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What's wrong with my muscovy

Discussion in 'Ducks' started by Basschicken, Jan 30, 2016.

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  1. Jan 30, 2016 #1
    Basschicken

    Basschicken Out Of The Brooder

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    I bought a muscovy drake today and all it does is lays there and sneezes and or coughs. I've seen it walk and it can walk fine. Any help?
     
  3. Jan 30, 2016 #2
    DemonicFowl

    DemonicFowl Chillin' With My Peeps

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    How old is the muscovy? How many ducks do you have? Do you have a deep water bucket so he can clear his nares? Have you given your new duck some form of electrolyte/probiotics to ease the shift to a new location?
     
  5. Jan 30, 2016 #3
    Basschicken

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    I don't know the age. I have 2 male muscovy but he's in quarentine. He has a deep bucket but hasn't used it. And can I give him gatorade?
     
  7. Jan 30, 2016 #4
    Amiga

    Amiga Overrun with Runners Premium Member

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    I would not use gatorade . . . perhaps a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a gallon of drinking water. He may have a respiratory infection and need antibiotics.
     

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