swede baby with a curled foot

[jaspy]

I have a nine day old Swede that has a curled foot. It only happens on one foot amd only when he is at rest, he walks fine amd swims just fine. Is this something I should be worried about?

 

[HollyDuckFarmer]

My one Runner duckling was doing that, I have her I think 3 days of Sav-a-Chick in the drinking water and started Dumor Feed and issue went away.

 

[ShayBaby]

A Niacin deficiency also can cause leg/feet issues. You can buy capsules (regular, none of that spiffy flushing, time-released stuff) at a pharmacy, health store.. to add to drinking water.

Also went back and found this thread. Looks like you need to make duck shoes:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/513676/duck-with-curled-foot-need-advise

 

[jaspy]

Is it ok for all the ducks to have the niacin? I'm not sure i can seclude just one, will do if necessary though. Thank you all for your help!

 

[HollyDuckFarmer]

Oh yes, ducklings need the Niacin, and it would be very difficult to overdose.

 

[ShayBaby]

All ducklings should get Niacin supplement if there's not already plenty in their feed (usually not), so they'll be more than fine. And Holly's right, more is better than less. I give over twice the recommended dosage for ducklings and have seen nothing but benefits.
Keep us updated on his progress, if you can!