My ducks were attacked by a fox.

[Leighwilliams]

A fox got in my coop and killed all my chickens and ducks except 2 Rouen duck that are about 2 months old. One of my ducks is severely hurt on her head like the fox tried to crush it in his mouth but got interrupted. I brought her inside and cleaned her up all she wants to do is lay down with the other Rouen. I need help on how to help her.

 

[The Phantom]

I’m so sorry.
Are both of her eyes gone? @casportpony
I would put some antibiotics on her head and any wounds.

 

[AmyJane725]

Yeah, give her a wash with warm water and check for all wounds. Definitely get some kind of disinfectant on all wounds. That head wound looks really deep.
I'd let them sleep for now but try to get them to eat and drink tomorrow. If they won't, tube feeding might be a good idea.
Poor things.
I'm really sorry for the loss of the rest of your flock. That's awful.

 

[Thornflower_gal]

I'm very sorry. And yes, definitely disinfect, and make sure they are warm. I would give them some kind of electrolytes in their water if you have some on hand and some good food to give them a boost. And just let them rest.

 

[cottagecheese]

This is so horrible, words are difficult to find... This is a good thread for predator attack:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...of-my-old-girls-help⁉️.1289013/#post-20895115

Something extremely important: Anyone who is wounded, even if the wound is a trifle, needs to be brought indoors, or to a safe place where the flies can't reach them. Flystrike season has begun, please take my word for it, let's prevent an additional problem.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

A fox got in my coop and killed all my chickens and ducks except 2 Rouen duck that are about 2 months old. One of my ducks is severely hurt on her head like the fox tried to crush it in his mouth but got interrupted. I brought her inside and cleaned her up all she wants to do is lay down with the other Rouen. I need help on how to help her.

Hi @Leighwilliams Welcome To BYC

I'm so sorry to hear about your losses

How is your duck doing today?

 

[Leighwilliams]

I have brought them inside and put them in the brooder I had for them with lots of water and food with a heat lamp. I washed them and have been putting Neosporin on her.

 

[AmyJane725]

I have brought them inside and put them in the brooder I had for them with lots of water and food with a heat lamp. I washed them and have been putting Neosporin on her.

How is she behaving today? Still kinda lethargic I assume? Any interest in the food and water?

 

[Sea Wolf]

Best thing to also do is dim the lights where they are so they will stay calm and rest better. Neosporin on the wounds will help keep them moist and prevent them from drying out too soon. They need to be able to drain for a couple of days. Electrolytes in the water. They need water but can go a couple of days without food with no issues. Let them rest and see if they start eating on their own first.

 

[Muscovy Wunda]

I'm so sorry. Wish I could give you a big hug! Hope your girls recover quickly