Duck Attacked by Alligator

[slapplew]

One of my ducks was attacked by an alligator 4 days ago. It tore a lot of skin off of her chest but it isn't deep. She is doing fine now. I have her isolated and she is eating and drinking. I have been applying Neosporin and Blue Kote to her injuries. I can't tell if the skin is growing back yet or not. My question is how long do I need to keep her isolated? As of now you can still see her breast muscle.

 

[Kevin565]

Welcome to BYC!

I would personally keep her isolated as long as any muscle is visible. This could lead to pecking towards the area which could increase the chance of an infection.

 

[buff goose guy]

keep her until feathers form and get rid of the alligators

 

[Miss Lydia]

Protect her from flies also they will lay eggs in open wounds and then you'll have a worse problem than just dealing with her wounds.
How is she doing tonight?

 

[Lugh]

I'd take her to the vet, but that's just me-- I'm crazy for my ducks. And shoot the gator.

 

[drumstick diva]

Definitely, keep flies away, maggots can do more damage than the original wounds. Too bad the alligator doesn't choke to death on lead - you could make purse and shoes out of him.