Mr G has returned to live outside with his pal Smith. Both are five month old muscovy ducks, probably brothers. Smith is white and Mr G is white with a little grey on his back. Smith would be considered aggressive for the normally passive muscovy and Mr G lives up to the quiet reputation.
Just over two weeks ago Mr G was struck by a car while we were away on our honeymoon. We came home to find Mr G bloody in the barn. After ten days of in home care, including how to inject a duck (not for cooking) with antibiotics Mr G has returned to his more normal self outside.
Very subdued he limps around the pen and swims passively in the pond. I hope to hear his hiss again soon, but for now he continues to heal. We can even see the start of a few tail feathers that we never thought would grow. Recovery from this massive trauma has taken it's toll on the little duck and he's significantly smaller than the magnificent Smith who is splendid with his layering of white feathers.
Smith has been kind to Mr G since the separation. We feared Smith would beat up Mr G, but even animals can sense when one of their own is no longer a threat.
They sit together at the end of the dock and watch the swirling pond. I wonder if they daydream?
2 comments:
Of course they daydream! And I'm glad to hear Mr. G is still improving, thanks to you and Brent!
Chris... his progress is slow, but he's moving forward. He's eating well and enjoying the pond. He's very shy, but getting stronger everyday!
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