sausage Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Any advice would be appreicated on a sick duck. I have a pair of Aylesbury Crosses. They are about 8 yrs old (pets not for eating!). The male who is usually in excellent condition has recently deteriorated (over a week or two). He has developed wet feather. i.e. he's not keeping his outer feathers preened and therefore become wet and then deteriorate. He is also weak on his legs. He may have received a rat bite a few weeks back. On the plus side he continues to eat in his usual voracious manner and there is no sign of runny nose or breathing problems. I'm waiting for a response from the vet as to what he suggests (i'm relutant to take him to the vet unless he suggests it as from previous experience the stress of a vet's trip can be too much for a bird) The female appears in good health. Just wondered if anyone had any suggestions as to what it may be and remedies. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Sorry I haven't a clue about ducks, but I do hope you manage to get the help you need for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Sorry , I don't have any experience of anything like that. Have you tried looking at the Practical Poultry forum? they have a clinic section and more experienced duck owners. I hope he is OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
