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Keymaster

Hi Anita

He needs to be seen by a licensed veterinarian with bird/waterfowl experience. He basically has a bloodied nose and severe beating (think of boxer). He needs some pain meds, feeding and rest. Do not let the veterinarian try to convince you he needs to be euthanized. He Does Not, just some pain meds and rest. If you can’t find a veterinarian, try to find a wildlife rehabber with a no kill facility. Do not return him to the family until he has healed which may take 1-2 weeks. Adults can be released at anytime and will be fine. If you release him too early and he is not healed and gets attacked again, he may not survive. The Regal Swan