By Lorraine Aubert | President/Executive Director
This last March, an employee of a feed store contacted one of our board members to let her know that someone had returned a duckling and the duckling had a severely twisted neck. We soon realized that the little baby had Wry Neck, a neurological condition that causes twisting of the neck and depending on the severity, the bird may not be able to stand, eat, or balance. It can be caused by a nutritional deficiency, head injury, genetic abnormality, or by ingesting toxins.
We named the little baby, Rigley.
We quickly got Rigley to Medical Center For Birds the next day. Dr. Olsen assessed him and due to several positive Wry Neck cases in the past, he was confident that Rigley could beat it. Rigley was treated with medication and vitamin injections.
Rigley went to live with a volunteer where he gots lots of love, attention, and physical therapy. Rigley grew, enjoyed eating and drinking, and snuggling with his foster mom. He began to improve slowly and even learned to walk a few steps on his own. Rigley delighted every person he met. He had a sparkle in his eye and a zest for life.
Two weeks later, Rigley woke up lethargic and weak. He died in his foster mom's arms very peacefully, It was very sudden and we were shocked as Rigley had been doing so well.
Your donations had a positive impact on Rigley's life. Even though short, Rigley had a chance and he experienced love. He touched our lives and placed an imprint on our hearts.
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