I have an Indoor pet duck and he is "getting to that stage" i would like to get him neutered, But can you even do that? any insight would be helpful :)
2006-12-04 04:02:05 · 6 answers · asked by sorry_dawn 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
My Duck is an Idian Runner. i just called around to the vets and it can be done but no one does it. and My little one (Dixie) her breed does not fly but she is "mad" all of the sudden and when u let her out she will bite you and kinna.. walk funny.. :-S i think its a mating thing im unsure on if mine is a female or male aswell
2006-12-04 04:14:00 · update #1
Nope, you can't do that. But I think that more people should get neutered instead. We need to control the human population. It is out of control!
2006-12-04 04:06:08 · answer #1 · answered by Jusme 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Neuter a Duck?
Just sayin I don't think that's a common one for vets?
I've had pet ducks. You don't get the same marking behaviour. Nor do you have to worry about population control. Only issue is if you have a female duck. Then just dispose of the eggs. Male ducks who are intact are not going to be considered a nuisance to neighbourhoods either as I doubt too many of your neighbours have female ducks.
Save your money and don't worry about it.
Only thing you have to worry about is him flying off south if he's outdoors, with a passing flock. Hopefully he'll return home
What kind of duck? Mine were non migratory so I made sure they had a nice warm area in the winter. You could have his wings clipped though. Again, have a vet do it if you're so inclined
ADD:
Ah, well wait it out. Female would begin laying eggs even if no male around. She'll also try to build a nest out of stuff laying around the house.
My males were always much sweeter in temperment (Muskovy) then the females and would actually hop in my arms for cuddles. The females were more aloof and tended to nip.
Generally, males have brighter, flashier colouring than females. Even if it's only brighter orange on their bills.
Enjoy your duck. They do make nice pets (although mine were outside ones- I had horses and the muskovies kept the flies down)
2006-12-04 04:08:12 · answer #2 · answered by L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds like a good idea, but I think you need some practice first. Go to a big zoo with a sharp knife. Neuter a couple of lions and gorillas first to be certain you get the hang of it. Then go home and neuter the duck. Of course, if the lions and gorillas don't appreciate what you are trying to do to them, all that may be left of you is what you are trying to take from your duck.
2006-12-04 04:06:46 · answer #3 · answered by brucenjacobs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea if you can neuter a duck...do you have a zoo or bird sanctuary in your area? The vet involved with that might be able to tell you if it is possible. I am not sure i see the advantages of that. Dogs and Cats should be neutered/spayed to prevent overpopulation and possible cancer in later life. i know of no such problems with a duck. Birds are not usually neutered or spayed.
2006-12-04 04:07:14 · answer #4 · answered by harpertara 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sue if you can get your duck fixed..but i had a ,male duck and when he got to that stage in his life it was impossible to go outside without him jumping on my digging his clawa into my legs and pecking me...he was trying to mate...I think the only solution here is to get him a female duck!
2006-12-04 04:13:01 · answer #5 · answered by aleks 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mhhhhhhhhhhh good question for your VET i guess......... never heard of that before
2006-12-04 04:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by silverearth1 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋