Two of our ducklings have been throwing their heads back every time they have a drink and end up doing a back flip. Any advice on this and could you explain why? thanks.
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Unbalanced Indian Runner Duckling
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Posted 1 year ago #
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Hi, how old are they ? Mama
Goose GirlPosted 1 year ago # -
two-three days
Posted 1 year ago # -
Don't worry yet, had a gosling that was doing the same as your duckling. Hand fed it and it was just fine . Think it was because it was weak and not enough food . Hope this is the case with your little ones . Best wishes ,Mama
Goose GirlPosted 1 year ago # -
I've been putting my hand behind them when they drink and they seem to lean on me, and tuck their necks right in so their heads are looking right up, but i might put them in their own pen and feed them myself?
Posted 1 year ago # -
Hi Farmfriend,
How are the ducklings today? Sorry to hear about this, it is always a worry when they are small, I have call ducklings who are 3 wks but I have not had that particluar problem, hope things improve.Best Wishes
LornaPosted 1 year ago # -
I found number 7-Jibby today in the pond and with a very floppy head, she is the youngest, she is very weak, I have taken her and fed her some sugared water and put her in the incubator, I think Sausage doesnt realise how young she is, I am worried I am going to lose her, reading this I think she just needs warmth, sugared water and TLC, I shall wait until she is stronger before I reintroduce her to the others. Poor thing
Posted 1 year ago # -
its generally called star gazing. try a vitamin supplement
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Sarah LPosted 1 year ago #
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