"Stumpy"

Posted by Stan Harrington

"Stumpy" was born on February 17, 2007 at the Warrawee Duck Farm in England. The duckling was born with two extra appendages that are very important to a duck. I have several questions as well as concerns for this little duck.

1. Will the other ducks laugh at him?

2. Will "Stumpy" be able to swim faster than he other ducks his age?

3. Will "Stumpy" be barred from any swimming competition in the future?

4. Will his extra appendages affect his sense of balance so he will not be able to stick his "butt" in the air and feed from the bottom of the pond?

5. Will "Stumpy" require mental or rehabilitation counseling in the future?

Having never raised a duck, I have no knowledge in this area so I would appreciate any knowledge that you may have so I can stop worrying about "Stumpy".

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3 comments

Heidi

Stumpy will have many challenges to work through. My understanding is that Stumpy has limited use of his hind feet. I believe that using them to swim is out of the question, without proper physical therapy treatments. I would encourage the care givers to look into social integration with the flock, this will allow them to trouble shoot any social issues and find the proper means to ensure this duckling leads a healthy and normal life that can be expected with its abilities.

2/20/07, 6:31 PM

Stan Harrington

Wow, your professional analysis makes your sound like a real "quack"!

2/20/07, 10:55 PM

john r mclay

he doesn't know he's a freak! Ducks are stupid, ya know...

2/21/07, 6:34 PM