What in Ducky Heck is this!?

[Ravynscroft]

Do you know how hard it is for me to about my god-duck???

 

[DuckyDoodles]

Do you know how hard it is for me to about my god-duck???

I DO recall seeing that he bequeathed unto you the title of ducky Godmother!

That’s just so awesome!

 

[DuckyDoodles]

Alrighty- after reading and thinking and plotting, I shared the chronology of this thread with my husband. He had a really good idea that I would like to throw out there. It may come off creepy but please hear me out as I come in peace.

Would anyone experienced with similar processes, and are somewhat near to Indiana, be willing to help me with this? I have a hybrid car so I get great gas mileage. I am a mom-in-the-home so work wouldn’t be a factor. Husband can stay behind for kiddo/pets. I could reasonably drive to Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio and maybe even Tennessee and Missouri.

I know this sounds ridiculous because the argument could be “why don’t you just take her to the vet?” Fair enough question! There’s only one bird vet in the state, an hour and a half away, and they specialize in exotic birds. I’d inquired into their ability to treat ducks (back when the other Pekin’s apparent illnesses took hold) and they said they did but it was their non-chalant attitude (“all birds are basically the same it’s just that their needs are what separates them”) and their high costs that I was a little put-off by. But if need be, due to stranger danger (reasonable) or others’ availability (also reasonable) I’ll try and see if I can visit them.

Truthfully, and this sounds odd I’m sure, but I trust this boards’ members better than I would a vet. The motivation for success is completely different. Money is somewhat of an issue as I can’t (as a parent) justify spending thousand(s) of dollars but I also can’t (as an animal caregiver/lover) not give it my all and reasonable sacrifice to try. I just don’t want some half-hearted/jut wingin’ it to see what sticks sort of treatment.

My hisband’s justification is that I lack another set of reliable hands needed for such a detailed endeavor. My 9 year old, who freaks when they think that the duck is going to nibble them and that it’ll hurt (side note, I think it tickles when they do that LOL) as well as my total inexperience and concern that I’d be hurting her = not getting it done right or actually inadvertently hurting her from less than ideal situation.

It sounds like a creepy How to Catch a Predator but I promise you it isn’t that. We’ve all grown accustomed to a ‘don’t meet strangers off the internet’ type living.

I could be at hotel and we could meet at an approved location if kidnapping/home info is a concern (though I assure you I won’t kidnap you LOL)

He just figured, and after consideration, I agree, that I would benefit from a supportive and knowledgeable hand being present. It would give me reassurance as it relates to the depth/dangers of the wound as well as a second set of helping hands for the work itself.

I could compensate for the assist, or buy supper or any other such recompense the helper would seek.

I know with our disastrous world this could sound super weird. Just thought I might swing the idea out there. Like it could just be labeled a small version of a duck convention

I could bring me, my duck and the supplies and I could do all the work myself. Would just like a supervisor or experienced duck friend nearby. Especially one who could tangibly assess the hole in person instead of just via photo.

Good lord I didn’t expect there to be such a leftover scene after that plug

I’m willing to do it... just scared on this one.

Either way, if no takers, no hard feelings will be had because I get it. I will still post updated pics sometime later today. I’m actually going to try and grab a nap before I have to get back up in 3 hours

 

[Ravynscroft]

Seriously, you're my kind of people...

I've done meet-ups with several BYC members, it's always turned out to be great visit with a good friend, j/s...

Hmm, trying to figure out who would be closest that can and would be willing and able to help...

 

[DuckyDoodles]

I’m glad it didn’t come off weird or anything. And since you’ve done it, and liked it and lived to tell about it, maybe it’ll reflect positively for anyone else as well. ——— I’m also short, spunky and crazy curly haired... I kind of grow on people like mold :haha:

I’ll be keeping an eye open for any takers. Thanks guys!

 

[Ravynscroft]

——— I’m also short, spunky and crazy curly haired... I kind of grow on people like mold :hah

Ya didn't have to slip my description in there too!

 

[WVduckchick]

Just read this entire ordeal. I applaud your commitment to a creature that "came with the property". It amazes me that she has allowed you to even touch her, seriously impressed with what you are trying to do.

I wish I was in a location able to help, but I was thinking if you popped over to your State thread, and/or the states you are closest too, and post a quick blurb and link to this thread, you might find someone within reach for a hands-on assist. I'd totally do it if we were closer.

Best wishes, and I'll be following along, figured Shaw might share a pom-pom with me.

 

[Miss Lydia]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/indiana-bycers-here.730582/page-5368#post-19544753

 

[WVduckchick]

Thanks Miss Lydia!

I see @Nyla posts on the Indiana thread! Can you help here?? If you don't have time to read this whole thing right now, please scroll back to post #73

 

[casportpony]

Sorry to disappear last night.

Since a vet is a possibility I really think that would be your best choice, though I understand that spending lots of money isn't an option. Perhaps you could take her in just to have them evaluate her, that should cost $45-$65. Explain to them that money is an issue and have them give a detailed quote on a conservative treatment and a money is not an issue treatment.

Here is an avian vet search link. Select United States, then Indiana.
http://www.aav.org/search/custom.asp?id=1803
http://www.majesticwaterfowl.org/vetfinder.htm

Edited to add:
Also google for your nearest large city and avian vet.