My Duck Won't Eat

[debstar1]

I had a hatching of 5 duckings which would be 3 months old, we have lost 4 to cane toads with one left. My duck won't eat but drinks water and he doesn't like standing on his legs for very long. He doesn't go into water or preen himself. Any advise would be appreciated....Thanks Debstar

 

[ChickenCanoe]

I think he needs friends. Flock animals don't fare well alone.

 

[Frank Phinster]

How long has your duck been like this? For how long is he alone now? Have you noticed any irregularities in its growth?

I second what ChickenCanoe says, ducks need the company of conspecifics.

 

[HollyDuckFarmer]

X3

 

[Amiga]

I would get poultry vitamins with electrolytes, or sav-a-chick, or gro-gel. And I would get an unbreakable mirror and a stuffed toy or feather duster, and start looking for little buddies. I would also review my security system, and make it cane toad proof.


Sad for your loss. I hope you can figure out how to keep this one and the future ones safe.

 

[debstar1]

Thanks everyone for your replies....Little duck has picked up now eating, drinking, waddling, swimming and preening. I thinks it will be okay now...seems a lot happier.
I have duck around chickens, maybe he thinks they are part of the flock.

Thanks again
Debstar1

 

[Amiga]