What a difference a day makes ! After a good nights rest with plenty of food and medication, the injured duckling was in a lively mood this morning. It appeared to be walking almost normally and the hock joint swelling had reduced. I decided to give it a bath and see how it's swimming ability was with the improved leg. Short movie clip below.
The anti inflammatory has made a big difference, but to be certain I took it to the Vet for assessment.
Claire of Moray Coast vets, seemed to think it may have had ligament damage and that I should continue with the anti inflammatory until further improvement, hopefully it wont need antibiotics unless signs of infection appear. A diet of soft lettuce, mealworm, chick crumbs, porridge oats and a cuddly toy, all help with the recovery. Hopefully back to the river soon !
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