Sick duck?

[CayugaJana]

Here is the b complex at TSC. It’s is a vitamin that 1) develops the nervous system 2) helps with mobility 3) literally makes them “feel good”

I believe 1 ml gives a duck what they need per day (100mg) if they are deficient. So it’s pretty concentrated. You do have to buy a syringe to pull it out. But you don’t have to inject it. It can be taken orally (which is what I do).

If you have vitamin b complex already, use it first. It will be just fine. If it isn’t the liquid, it will not be absorbed as fast. Let me know if you have any questions.

 

[CayugaJana]

This is the one at tractor supply or you can get a version at Wal-Mart apparently. Brewers yeast is also a form of niacin. what feed are your ducks on? Sorry if you already mentioned it.
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/durvet-hi-level-vitamin-b-complex?cm_vc=-10005

 

[HuskerHens18]

B3 is the one with niacin.

When I googled B3, Nutri-drench popped up. I actually just bought some, could that work? Or do I specifically need a bottle of vitamin b3? I'm so sorry for all the questions, it's been so long since I've owned baby ducks. 5 years and I forgot every ounce of knowledge

 

[HuskerHens18]

Here is the b complex at TSC. It’s is a vitamin that 1) develops the nervous system 2) helps with mobility 3) literally makes them “feel good”

I believe 1 ml gives a duck what they need per day (100mg) if they are deficient. So it’s pretty concentrated. You do have to buy a syringe to pull it out. But you don’t have to inject it. It can be taken orally (which is what I do).
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If you have vitamin b complex already, use it first. It will be just fine. If it isn’t the liquid, it will not be absorbed as fast. Let me know if you have any questions.

I will be in TSC tomorrow, I can get that! I've seen it before! 1 ml is enough for ducks of all ages and weights, or should I weigh him first?

 

[CayugaJana]

B3 is the one with niacin.

Yep that is the one ducks need more of. Vitamin B12 is in the “complex” that makes you feel good.

The complex just means it has an array of B Vitamins as they are all slightly different. B3, B6,B6, B12 etc.

The one from Walmart is cheaper but will cost more long term if you have to buy a bunch.

 

[Soon2BChixMom]

When I googled B3, Nutri-drench popped up. I actually just bought some, could that work? Or do I specifically need a bottle of vitamin b3? I'm so sorry for all the questions, it's been so long since I've owned baby ducks. 5 years and I forgot every ounce of knowledge

I am not exactly sure what is in nutri drench, but it couldn't hurt since it is a booster of sorts. You would want the niacin for sure though especially if he is on chick feed. All your ducklings would need the extra niacin.

 

[CayugaJana]

I will be in TSC tomorrow, I can get that! I've seen it before! 1 ml is enough for ducks of all ages and weights, or should I weigh him first?

Yes it’s fine for them. I have 8 Pekin ducklings. I squirt out 8mls onto a treat or in their water and they slurp it up. I don’t do it everyday though since none of mine are currently having any issues.

 

[HuskerHens18]

I am not exactly sure what is in nutri drench, but it couldn't hurt since it is a booster of sorts. You would want the niacin for sure though especially if he is on chick feed. All your ducklings would need the extra niacin.

Oh yeah he is on Flock Raiser crumbles, as is my other ducks.

 

[HuskerHens18]

Thank you all for all your information!!! I am so happy, I got really worried about him. I will keep this thread updated for any changes

 

[CayugaJana]

The nutri drench is a concentrated liquid poultry vitamin. So if you already have it, I would mix it in with their water. And yes it has niacin in it and I’m too lazy right now to get up and look at the label in my closet.

But nutri drench is a good choice. And will be excellent for all of your ducklings should you want to go with that one.