Duck 💩 and knee

[Duckyismylove]

Hello everyone. Can anyone help me? Ducky, our duck, has a problem with his foot...it was a year ago that he started limping...we noticed his right knee was larger that the other one. Then a veterinarian told us that he could take some medicine and vitamins....he got well but after that it happened again. And now he is again like that....it seems like he can't walk well on his right foot. Is it niacin deficiency or ...?
And nowadays his poop is kinda green...light green. Why is it like that? Is it natural? He is 1 year and 10 mths...he eats well plays well....he eat spaghetti and tomato eggs sometimes fruit....i have a picture of his foot if it is needed....and than u in advance

 

[FowlProtector]

I can only imagine how distressing it must be to see poor Ducky go through the cycle of getting better and then having problems again. It seems like he has been dealing with this leg issue for a while. Since his knee is much larger and the problem keeps coming again, it may be arthritis or an earlier injury that never fully healed.Although a chronic deficit is less likely at his age, additional vitamins could still be helpful. Ducks may eventually experience joint issues as well, especially if they aren't receiving enough of certain essential nutrients like niacin.
Given that this has been going on, it might be beneficial to maintain his diet as balanced as possible by using high-quality duck feed that has been supplemented with vitamins, particularly B3 (niacin).Spaghetti isn't particularly nutrient-dense, so cut back on your consumption. In the event that his knee seems swollen or unpleasant, a veterinarian may be able to prescribe medicine to lessen inflammation.
I would be pleased to look at your photo and see if there is anything particularly noteworthy. Does he generally refrain from bearing weight on that leg, or does he attempt to walk on it at all?

I would be pleased to look at your photo and see if there is anything particularly noteworthy. Does he generally refrain from bearing weight on that leg, or does he attempt to walk on it at all?

 

[FowlProtector]

Tag @Jenbirdee

 

[KathiQuacks]

Does he have a main feed, or are you only feeding the spaghetti, tomatoes, eggs, etc.? I agree with cutting out the spaghetti. *Pictures of his poop would help. I think I’ve read that light green poop can be caused by a bad diet / lack of food.

Also, wow, those nails are long! Normally, ducks don’t need their nails cut, but I’d definitely trim those back.

 

[FowlProtector]

Yes, @KathiQuacks, you are correct. Ducks' green excrement is typically the result of digestive or dietary issues. It may occur if they consume insufficient fibre or an excessive amount of goodies. Additionally, it's common for them to have green feces after eating a lot of leafy greens like lettuce. Green drops may also result from a malfunctioning digestive tract or from undereating. Although it's typically just a food issue, it might occasionally be an indication of liver issues.What is she eating?

 

[Duckyismylove]

I can only imagine how distressing it must be to see poor Ducky go through the cycle of getting better and then having problems again. It seems like he has been dealing with this leg issue for a while. Since his knee is much larger and the problem keeps coming again, it may be arthritis or an earlier injury that never fully healed.Although a chronic deficit is less likely at his age, additional vitamins could still be helpful. Ducks may eventually experience joint issues as well, especially if they aren't receiving enough of certain essential nutrients like niacin.
Given that this has been going on, it might be beneficial to maintain his diet as balanced as possible by using high-quality duck feed that has been supplemented with vitamins, particularly B3 (niacin).Spaghetti isn't particularly nutrient-dense, so cut back on your consumption. In the event that his knee seems swollen or unpleasant, a veterinarian may be able to prescribe medicine to lessen inflammation.
I would be pleased to look at your photo and see if there is anything particularly noteworthy. Does he generally refrain from bearing weight on that leg, or does he attempt to walk on it at all?

I would be pleased to look at your photo and see if there is anything particularly noteworthy. Does he generally refrain from bearing weight on that leg, or does he attempt to walk on it at all?

I really thank you for your reply dear.
He walks but i think it is a little hard for one leg( his right foot) to stand well....and sometimes it gets better sometimes worse...i just heared that it can be ok with surgery but i am scared....you know here vets aren't good in my country unfortunately...

And i want to change his food but he doesn't eat anything except spaghetti or rice... Can you please recommend a way to change his food? I really wanna give him pellets but he doesn't like.
Do you know a good brand for vitamines? I gave him Apex which has niacin... I'd be happy to hear from you and thank you once again

 

[Duckyismylove]

Does he have a main feed, or are you only feeding the spaghetti, tomatoes, eggs, etc.? I agree with cutting out the spaghetti. *Pictures of his poop would help. I think I’ve read that light green poop can be caused by a bad diet / lack of food.

Also, wow, those nails are long! Normally, ducks don’t need their nails cut, but I’d definitely trim those back.

Thank you dear for your reply... So spaghetti isn't good...i wanted to change his food but he doesn't eat anything else...can you please recommend a way to feed him good food? He doesn't like pellet unfortunately...and about his nails which nail clippers is appropriate for him? Is it ok if i cut it myself?
I'd be happy if you help me and once again thank you

 

[KathiQuacks]

Thank you dear for your reply... So spaghetti isn't good...i wanted to change his food but he doesn't eat anything else...can you please recommend a way to feed him good food? He doesn't like pellet unfortunately...and about his nails which nail clippers is appropriate for him? Is it ok if i cut it myself?
I'd be happy if you help me and once again thank you

He’s probably not eating the pellets because he doesn’t recognize it as food. I would mix a little bit of the pellets in with the rice. Over many days, use less rice and more pellets, until eventually it’s all pellets.

Pellets are the best, but corn, oats, peas, lettuce, bugs, and fish are all pretty good, too. You can also still give the tomatoes, eggs, and fruits occasionally.

Nutritional yeast and vitamin B supplements both contain niacin and would help the best with his legs. The peas and fish have a good amount of niacin in them, too.

Hmm, I would probably try dog nail clippers or something similar. Trim just a small amount to start so you don’t make him bleed. In a week or 2, clip again until they’re about half the length they are now.

 

[TOMTE]

Oohh those nails are gnarly! Yep, you can clip them a little bit at a time. It's a good idea to have some corn starch and rags ready in case you get the quick. Sometimes, the nails grow so long that the quick fills more of the nail. In that case, you might have to cause some discomfort by cutting back the quick, too. It will bleed but the corn starch will stop it pretty fast. Hopefully it won't come to that but it might, given the length of his nails.

 

[Duckyismylove]

He’s probably not eating the pellets because he doesn’t recognize it as food. I would mix a little bit of the pellets in with the rice. Over many days, use less rice and more pellets, until eventually it’s all pellets.

Pellets are the best, but corn, oats, peas, lettuce, bugs, and fish are all pretty good, too. You can also still give the tomatoes, eggs, and fruits occasionally.

Nutritional yeast and vitamin B supplements both contain niacin and would help the best with his legs. The peas and fish have a good amount of niacin in them, too.

Hmm, I would probably try dog nail clippers or something similar. Trim just a small amount to start so you don’t make him bleed. In a week or 2, clip again until they’re about half the length they are now.

Thank you love. I'll try and do my best for him.
And another thing do u know a good checkup for ducks?