I use turkey *starter* that's 27% protein, but since a literature recommends lower protein for ducks, I don't like to recommend it. Turkey starter will have 70 ppm niacin which is why I don't have to supplement mine. Turkey grower/finisher does not have 70 ppm niacin, so I don't know if that could be used.
Is it starter? Do you have a TSC near you? If so I can send you a link to the food I buy. I add niacin to the feed sometimes just be sure they are getting what they need.
Update: Mac got 4 full droppers worth in a shot glass and then I poured in mealworms and let him eat his fill. He polished off the 4mL of B-complex!
He's doing great for day 1 with the proper dose. He doesn't seem to be seizing anymore when he tries to stand, and can actually balance a little by himself!
He's still on his hocks (idk if that's what the part of the leg is called), but if i hold his leg in a way the puts him on his feet, he can balance by himself for a short time.
Thank you to everyone for all of your help. We aren't out of the woods yet, but he's improving steadily and I will keep you all updated!!
I don’t believe so. They are great at surviving and breeding in the wild so I’d say they are pretty tough birds. But Pekins were bred for rapid growth to butcher. So picking traits like strong legs etc. didn’t really matter.
