Creekside Farm and Equine Rescue

We’re still closed to intake.

But sometimes a situation lands in front of you and you already know how it ends if nobody steps in.

This sweet Indian Runner duck was found alone at a neighborhood pond after being dumped there. A resident noticed immediately that she wasn’t wild — instead of avoiding people, she walked right up looking for comfort and safety.

They caught her, started searching for help, and refused to just turn her loose again. After multiple places couldn’t take her, they reached out to us.

And now, less than 24 hours later… this is her.

Curled up indoors in her duck diaper, wrapped in blankets, completely relaxed and asleep with her tiny head tucked under her wing like she’s finally able to rest.

That’s what makes this so heartbreaking.

Domestic ducks are not wild animals just because someone abandons them outside. Most struggle terribly once dumped. They face predators, injuries, stress, hunger, bullying from other waterfowl, and a very lonely, confusing existence. Female ducks especially can end up severely injured when left alone without a flock or protection.

People often buy ducklings because they’re adorable and tiny at feed stores this time of year. But they grow quickly. They become messy. Loud. Expensive. Time consuming.

And too many end up abandoned when they stop being “cute.”

This girl was lucky.

Lucky someone noticed her.
Lucky someone cared enough to catch her.
Lucky someone kept searching for help instead of walking away.

Because of that, she’s safe, warm, sleepy, and finally able to relax.

Welcome to Creekside, sweet girl. 🖤