i dont want to let it die a slow death and i dont know what to do i would kill it myself but i think that might be illegal i dont want to end up like vick
2007-08-28 10:53:26 · 41 answers · asked by pap232323 2 in Pets ➔ Birds
If it is a domestic (pet) duck, take it to a veterinarian. If it is a wild duck, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. You can find one here: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~devo0028/contact.htm
These people have the specialized training to care for sick, injured and orphaned wild animals. They also have the state and federal licenses required in order to keep wild animals, even for a short time, until they are healthy enough to be released.
I don't know why you assume it needs to be killed just because it is injured. Many injured animals can be treated, and recover nicely. If it is injured too badly to attempt treatment, the vet or the rehabber will see to it that it is humanely put down. You are correct, killing it yourself would be illegal. If it is a pet, it would be animal cruelty. If it is a wild duck, it is protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Let the professionals take care of it.
2007-08-28 14:23:30 · answer #1 · answered by margecutter 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT call animal control or a vet. They will just euthanize the bird. Call a wildlife rehab in your area. They can at least check the duck to see if it's injuries can be repaired and may be able to release it back into the wild if at all possible. Look here for one near you.
http://www.southeasternoutdoors.com/rehab_usa.html
2007-08-28 13:49:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is a wild duck, it is federally protected and you need to call Animal Control or you may get into serious trouble. If it's a domestic, call the vet. They will handle it.
2007-08-28 10:58:34 · answer #3 · answered by ibbibud 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you in the usa? if so call around to vets in your area to get a phone number for a wild life rehab person to take the duck..hurry dont waste time thinking about it just do it. get that animal some help
2007-08-28 10:56:55 · answer #4 · answered by darcymc 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
...I'm not sure where you live... but I'm sure there is a Fish and Wildlife Comm. in the Yellow Pages or Government section of the Yellow pages... Call the police on a non-emerg line and ask the dispatcher if they can refer you to some agency that will help...
2007-08-28 10:59:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
call the animal control and tell them your situation. u can call the info line for a animal control near u. you definately dont want to be like vick! you will get charges too because it's animal cruelty
2007-08-28 10:57:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should call the wild animal preservation.. if you can't find the phone number, call a vet or animal control to ask for the number to the preservation.
2007-08-28 10:57:01 · answer #7 · answered by future spa guru 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to call animal rescue and look them up online for your area. Try to find one that helps them and doesn't just lay them down. Good luck and plz help the duck!!!
2007-08-28 10:58:45 · answer #8 · answered by A to da Izzay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there should be a wild life rehabilitation center around your area. or call or take it to the vet. you wont have to pay just say you found it and dont know where to take it. they would also know the number for the rehabilitation center in your area. I found an injured baby opossum once and took it to the vet which directed me on where to go. the rehabilitation center will take it for free
2007-08-28 11:00:32 · answer #9 · answered by jenhicks87 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Duck is delicious. If you search for "how to clean a duck" you'll get some great tips. One thing my grandma used to do was to pluck 'em alive so they stay fresh. Be sure to band their beak if you do.
2007-08-29 12:48:26 · answer #10 · answered by I Luv NY 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋