Found domestic duck at Guelph river - what to do?
Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2017 10:49 pm
A week or two ago someone posted a pic of this duck paddling about downtown Guelph on the river (posted in a facebook group for lost pets). No one claimed the duck or (seemingly) tried to catch it.
Today, I was walking along the river and came across it. I believe it's female (by her voice and colouring... But not 100% sure). She did seem slightly stressed, trying to join groups of wild ducks. They didn't attack her but rejected her and would swim/fly away. She's quite small.
This is a domestic duck right? Swedish blue? I'm not sure what to do... I assume she's unlikely to survive on the river? I'd hate to "kidnap" her if she belongs there but I really don't think she does. Also, Im not sure I could even catch her... I have a hard enough time catching my own ducks, haha. I did toss a few leaves and rocks at the edge of the water and she did look interested... But was more concerned with following the wild ducks. (If I had tossed real food that might have been different).
I feel sorry for the little thing and would like to help if I can. Any suggestions? Anyone around guelph who could help? I intend to contact the humane society tomorrow, although i don't think they often will catch animals but pick up ones already caught.
Thank you
Today, I was walking along the river and came across it. I believe it's female (by her voice and colouring... But not 100% sure). She did seem slightly stressed, trying to join groups of wild ducks. They didn't attack her but rejected her and would swim/fly away. She's quite small.
This is a domestic duck right? Swedish blue? I'm not sure what to do... I assume she's unlikely to survive on the river? I'd hate to "kidnap" her if she belongs there but I really don't think she does. Also, Im not sure I could even catch her... I have a hard enough time catching my own ducks, haha. I did toss a few leaves and rocks at the edge of the water and she did look interested... But was more concerned with following the wild ducks. (If I had tossed real food that might have been different).
I feel sorry for the little thing and would like to help if I can. Any suggestions? Anyone around guelph who could help? I intend to contact the humane society tomorrow, although i don't think they often will catch animals but pick up ones already caught.
Thank you