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After a swim, ducks may shake their wings and quack to shake the water from their feathers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n It might also have something to do with their mating rituals<\/strong> or if they\u2019re happy or excited.<\/p>\n As a duck owner, you should investigate the possible causes of your duck shivering as this doesn\u2019t always indicate something good.<\/p>\n Here are a few reasons that your duck might be shivering:<\/strong><\/p>\n It could be part of a mating ritual.<\/strong><\/p>\n A drake<\/a>, or male duck, may shake its entire body, but especially its wings and tail when trying to attract a female<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The duck might also shake its wings and splash water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n So if you see this behavior follow, and it\u2019s in the Spring or Summer, then it could be that the duck is shivering due to mating behavior.<\/p>\n Read our related article,<\/strong> Do Ducks Mate for Life<\/a>? for more information on duck mating season and habits!<\/p>\n If a duck is playing or excited, shivering will be accompanied by the wagging of its tail and the flapping of its wings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n You might also notice them gleefully hopping f<\/strong>rom one place to another.<\/p>\n This is a completely normal way of behaving as an excited duck, so if you notice your duck shivering because they are happy then this is a good thing!<\/p>\n Read our related article,<\/strong> Why Do Ducks Wag Their Tails<\/a>? Tail wagging isn\u2019t just a sign of excitement. Here\u2019s what else it means!<\/p>\n The preen gland is responsible for coating the feathers with an oil that keeps them resistant to water.<\/p>\n It is possible, however, that problems with the preen gland<\/strong> will prevent the feathers from drying normally and this can make the duck cold.<\/p>\n The oil output can become excessive or possibly halt completely.<\/p>\n In this scenario, you should look out for if there is a perceptible change in the appearance of their feathers.<\/strong><\/p>\n The feathers will likely appear mismatched<\/strong>, and if an infection has taken hold, you will likely detect a yellow hue towards the tail.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The quality of the feathers can be compromised if the gland becomes hyperactive.<\/p>\n This can make the feathers thin and then the ducks won\u2019t have proper warmth<\/strong> when it comes to getting wet and drying off.<\/p>\n It\u2019s important to feed your ducks a balanced diet so that they are keeping up with their preen gland health<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Inadequate nutrition in the duck\u2019s diet can contribute to preen gland dysfunction alongside illnesses, parasites, and obstructions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Ducks require vitamins B and E,<\/strong> specifically, for healthy preen gland activity.<\/p>\n Read More:<\/strong> How Long Can Ducks Stay Underwater<\/a>?\u00a0This article can give you a bit more information on how the preen gland works to keep ducks safe in the water.<\/p>\n A duck may shiver when they are infected with duck viral hepatitis<\/strong>, a disease that causes hepatomegaly (liver enlargement).<\/p>\n Young ducks, especially those younger than 1 month<\/strong>, are extremely vulnerable to and often die from viral hepatitis.<\/p>\n It can be deadly in a couple of hours and frequently is.<\/em><\/p>\n Consequently, if you can catch it early enough, keep the sick bird isolated from the flock<\/strong>.<\/p>\n After that, you should make an appointment with your vet right away.<\/strong><\/p>\n Tremors (including shaking and shivering) and leg contractions<\/strong> are the most prominent signs.<\/p>\n Diarrhea, a lack of appetite, and nasal discharge are some more symptoms.<\/p>\n Read our related article,<\/strong> How to Help a Duck With a Hurt Leg<\/a>, for more tips on what you can do to isolate and care for a sick duck.<\/p>\n New Duck Disease<\/strong>, also known as Infectious Serositis<\/a>, is a bacterial infection that spreads through the air or by cuts on the ducks\u2019 feet.<\/p>\n The good news is that vaccines<\/strong> exist to protect your ducks against this illness.<\/p>\n One of the most prominent signs to keep an eye out for is trembling or shaking in the neck and head.<\/strong><\/p>\n This shivering often occurs in one area of the body, however, it might spread.<\/em><\/p>\n Joints, oviducts, brains, meninges, and lungs are just some of the organs that might be impacted by this condition in your duck.<\/p>\n Get in touch with your vet<\/strong> if you notice these or any other symptoms, as the illness is treatable with medication.<\/p>\n Aspergillosis, brooders pneumonia, fungal pneumonia, and mycotic pneumonia are all names for the same non-contagious respiratory disease<\/strong> that is caused by the fungus Aspergillus<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ducks, chickens, and game birds are just a few of those who are susceptible to this illness.<\/em><\/p>\n Constant shivering<\/strong> is the primary symptom in this case, but there are other signs that may accompany this.<\/p>\n Here are a few signs to watch out for:<\/strong><\/p>\n Moldy bedding and feed<\/strong> are common sources of infectious spores that cause this disease.<\/p>\n If either of them becomes wet and stays wet, the chances of this happening increase dramatically.<\/p>\n Although not contagious from bird to bird, in severe situations it is best to keep the diseased bird separate<\/strong> from the healthy ones.<\/p>\n Fortunately, antifungal drugs can be used to treat the condition.<\/em><\/p>\n Inconveniently, the duration of treatment may be several weeks or even months.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you have young children, the elderly, or a compromised immune system<\/strong>, it is best to have someone else take care of the sick ducks rather than handle them yourself.<\/p>\n Cleaning the ducks living space and ensuring everything is properly drying with proper ventilation can help to prevent their exposure to moldy spores.<\/strong><\/p>\nMating Behavior<\/h3>\n
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