Tube Feeding Ducks - Updated 5/7/2020

[auce99]

When I do it, I sit with my thighs parallel to the ground and them on my lap facing right (I am right-handed). I hold them tightly & close to my body with my left arm and keep their mouth open with my left hand. That leaves my right hand free to hold the syringe.

I considered doing it like that, initially, but he's still so squirmy, even wrapped in a towel! But I can see where that might be easier.

I DO want to get comfortable with this. I have 5 ducks - I can't imagine this will be the last time I need to tube feed. I can hope it is, but I'm realistic.

Thank you for your expertise!

 

[BabesDucks]

I got the tools now the suplement. I found this page;

feeding waterfowl

Is is a good guide? What is the best thing for a sick duck?

Did anyone reply to this? I have a sick duck who need nutrition. STAT

 

[Kiki]

Did anyone reply to this? I have a sick duck who need nutrition. STAT

Did you see the first post of this thread?

What specifically do you need help with?
How to tube feed or WHAT to tube feed?

 

[BabesDucks]

I did see the first part. Been giving meds this way so I’ve got the method down. O can do the calculation on how much bu WHAT do I feed and do I really have to warm it that hot for a 2.5yo duck? Also, she hasn’t eaten for two days had a significantly decreased appetite for a few days before that. She is drinking on her own and has been intaking pedialyte most of the day. How do I know if she is hydrated enough to tube feed?

 

[Kiki]

I did see the first part. Been giving meds this way so I’ve got the method down. O can do the calculation on how much bu WHAT do I feed and do I really have to warm it that hot for a 2.5yo duck? Also, she hasn’t eaten for two days had a significantly decreased appetite for a few days before that. She is drinking on her own and has been intaking pedialyte most of the day. How do I know if she is hydrated enough to tube feed?

Do you know how much Pedialyte she drank today?
How much does she weigh?