We got another visit from our #luckyduck Long Shot! The temporary lower beak came off, so we came up with a more permanent solution until his custom made beak has a chance to come in.
#ballyhoofarmandfiber #LongShottheDuck #newbeak #wecatertoall #cayugaducks
Ballyhoo Farm & Fiber Emporium is at Watkins Family Dental.
22 September at 17:58 · Louisville, KY, United States ·
The last one was the temporary. This beak is the crown...or...something.
Apparently Longshot really loves Dr. Watkins! He managed to tear his healing jaw apart over the weekend, so today he got another round of ducky dental surgery.
Longshot is as brave as the team at Watkins are talented. He barely fussed and refrained from pooping. Here's hoping this fix does the trick!
#hugyourdentist #dentistry #farmlife #worldscollide #louisville #longshot #cayuga #snappingturtle #ducksofinstagram
We want to express our deepest condolences to the Ballyhoo Farm and Fiber Emporium on the death of Longshot the Duck. It was truly a pleasure working with you on trying to give him the best shot after such a traumatic injury.
Ballyhoo Farm & Fiber Emporium
25 September at 15:17 ·
There will be a longer post later. Intending to honor self-care, I won't finish it today and that's okay.
It boils down to numbers, really.
1 turtle, 2 bites.
4 days of maggots.
51 tube feedings.
60+ bandage changes.
2 dental surgeries.
19 days of life.
2 prosthetic molds that arrived the day he died.
To borrow from friends, because I can't process more than this today, here are 10 Good Things About Longshot the duck.
10) He brought me joy for a whole week, and brought a beautiful hen with him that has made great friends with my other two Cayuga crosses.
9) He impressed me with his intelligence. When a shower wasn't enough, he learned to step on the bathtub stopper so he could have a bath at the same time!
8) He taught me how to listen to the language of ducks.
7) He taught a great many people about the anatomy of ducks!
6) He helped me practice patience.
5) His bravery inspired me and others to be more courageous and complain less.
4) He gave me the opportunity to overcome my fear of tube feeding.
3) He gave artists, experts, and craftspersons the opportunity to explore and hone their skills.
2) He was a tremendous ambassador for the value of life. What makes a life worth saving? When is it "worth it" to try? Is the value of life relegated to a dollar amount? Longshot answered all of that himself.
1) He brought hope and compassion to the forefront of our lives. Despite everything happening around us, despite a truly broken world where we are barraged by images of conflict and divide, Longshot brought people together. He gave non-farmers a glimpse into our world. He allowed experts in veterinary care, biotech engineering, pharmaceuticals, and dentistry the opportunity to express generosity, love, altruistic healing, and compassion, and I lack the words to express my gratitude.
If a duck less than a year old with unsurvivable trauma can leave such an impact in 19 days, think what we can do with our lives. It may be a Longshot, but there is always hope.
There will be a longer post later. Intending to honor self-care, I won't finish it today and that's okay.
It boils down to numbers, really.
1 turtle, 2 bites.
4 days of maggots.
51 tube feedings.
60+ bandage changes.
2 dental surgeries.
19 days of life.
2 prosthetic molds that arrived the day he died.
To borrow from friends, because I can't process more than this today, here are 10 Good Things About Longshot the duck.
10) He brought me joy for a whole week, and brought a beautiful hen with him that has made great friends with my other two Cayuga crosses.
9) He impressed me with his intelligence. When a shower wasn't enough, he learned to step on the bathtub stopper so he could have a bath at the same time!
8) He taught me how to listen to the language of ducks.
7) He taught a great many people about the anatomy of ducks!
6) He helped me practice patience.
5) His bravery inspired me and others to be more courageous and complain less.
4) He gave me the opportunity to overcome my fear of tube feeding.
3) He gave artists, experts, and craftspersons the opportunity to explore and hone their skills.
2) He was a tremendous ambassador for the value of life. What makes a life worth saving? When is it "worth it" to try? Is the value of life relegated to a dollar amount? Longshot answered all of that himself.
1) He brought hope and compassion to the forefront of our lives. Despite everything happening around us, despite a truly broken world where we are barraged by images of conflict and divide, Longshot brought people together. He gave non-farmers a glimpse into our world. He allowed experts in veterinary care, biotech engineering, pharmaceuticals, and dentistry the opportunity to express generosity, love, altruistic healing, and compassion, and I lack the words to express my gratitude.
If a duck less than a year old with unsurvivable trauma can leave such an impact in 19 days, think what we can do with our lives. It may be a Longshot, but there is always hope.
Here a sneak peak at Long Shot’s new beak!
Ballyhoo Farm & Fiber Emporium
20 September at 18:55 ·
Check out the progress on Longshot's new beak!! The pink is the mold created by Watkins Family Dental 💚
Here is an update on Longshot!
Ballyhoo Farm & Fiber Emporium was live.
17 September at 15:30 ·
Our fine feathered friend now has the best shot at a full recovery thanks to Dr. Watkins and staff! Thank you to Ballyhoo Farm and Fiber Emporium for your trust with Longshot the Duck in helping to restore his duckbill following his run in with a rogue snapping turtle!
Check back on our page to follow his transformation!
#duckdentistry #newbillforLongshot #ducksmile #ballyhoofarmandfiberemporium #wecatertoall
Thank you to Ballyhoo Farm & Fiber Emporium for allowing us to give Longshot, the lucky ducky, the best shot at a full recovery from his encounter with a snapping turtle!
#duckdentistry #newbeak #newbill #wecatertoall #ballyhoofarmandfiberemporium #ducksmile
Ballyhoo Farm & Fiber Emporium
16 September at 19:07 ·
I've promised to name the first batch of ducklings after the staff at Watkins Family Dental in Louisville. They have always taken care of our mouths and today they took exceptional care of Longshot!
Good hearts change the world, folks. Never doubt it.
#dentistry #louisville #worldscollide #longshot #cayuga #snappingturtle #ducksofinstagram #farmlife #care
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Watkins Family Dental
October 15 at 12:05 PM ·
The end of the year is quickly approaching and we want to make sure that you get the most out of your insurance benefits, including any health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) that you may still need to use. Call 502-423-7312 to schedule your next appointment.
If you schedule an appointment before the holidays, our in-office whitening and our take-home whitening kits will be 20% off!
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