Pekin Duck Club!

[Jharper]

Something got my drake!

My hen is all alone now.

 

[duck commander]

now....look at these quackers.... they are supposed to be 3 jumbos....one male ....2 female. I have a sneaking suspicion that only one is a jumbo...look at that head! I can't determine if they are the right genders. Help.

 

[harvestmoonGal]

I want to get more ducks now! I love mine!!

 

[JohnnyandDara]

Hi, my duck broke her wing some how do any of you know how to bandage her up? There are no vets around here and she's not eating.

 

[HollyDuckFarmer]

Hi there, I think your duck is in pretty severe distress if she's not eating. I don't know exactly how to bandage a wing, but I do know for certain there is an excellent pictorial thread that was written by CelticOaksFarm about how to bandage a wing to treat Angel Wing. That's not what you asked for and I'm sorry that I do not have the answer to that. Hopefully Celtic will be here soon to advise you, or you might find the post with the search bar. Either way, I'd focus on keeping your duck warm, but not too hot, and comfortable for the time being. See if you can get her to start eating and drinking. I hope things turn out ok.

 

[The Howards]

Hi, my duck broke her wing some how do any of you know how to bandage her up? There are no vets around her and she's not eating.

Hope these help and duckie gets to feeling better.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Here's the one you were looking for H. . https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...how-we-wrap-to-mend-it-pictorial#post_8682154

 

[Amiga]

Hi, my duck broke her wing some how do any of you know how to bandage her up? There are no vets around here and she's not eating.

Sad to read this. Here is what Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks writes about broken bones.

The bones of birds have a wonderful ability to mend themselves. HOwever, to prevent a duck from being permanently disfigured or crippled, it is often helpful to set and immobilize a wing or leg that is fractured.

Broken bones should be treated promptly, within 24 hours after the accident. A bone is set by gently pulling apart, and if necessary, slightly twisting the two halves until they mesh properly.

Broken bones should be held in alignment with splints (popsicle or tongue sticks often work well). A rigid support should be positioned on either side as far above and below the fracture as possible, and held securely in place with strong tape. The patient should be checked frequently to ensure that the brace is taying in place and blood circulation is not being restricted. Splints can normally be removed in 14 to 28 days.

end of SGRD quote

If this is a recent injury, she could be in shock, and not eating at first is not unusual. Make sure there is food, her favorite kind, near her, and fresh water. She needs to be in a safe, clean, comfortable, quiet place.

I always recommend vitamins and electrolytes for support, to help her system recover.

Please let us know how it is going. Any photo's you can upload will help.

If this was an encounter with another animal, there could be some internal injuries as well. Get her into a tub of lukewarm water deep enough to float in, and watch how she moves. Check for any signs of punctures, any swelling, unusually warm places. Are her eyes clear? Has she been pooping?

 

[JohnnyandDara]

She is eating now and she seems a lot calmer!!!

 

[Amiga]

Wow. Please keep us updated on how it goes. I pray it works out well. Remember, Storey's Guide recommends setting within 24 hours.