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Technology teacher saves duck with 3D printed feet
phillip the duck
Phillip the duck is now learning to find his feet again.
Phillip is learning to waddle again

A duck who lost both his feet to frostbite can now waddle again after being fitted with a pair of 3D printed boots.

The duck, affectionately named Phillip, was rescued by school teacher Vicki Rabe-Harrison from the US State of Wisconsin.

Sadly his feet were in such a bad way that she thought the only option would be to put him down.

In a last-ditch attempt to save Phillip, Ms Harrison reached out to technology teacher Jason Jischke who owned a 3D printer.

Together with his students, Mr Jischke immediately began working on a prototype for the injured bird.

After a few weeks of trail and error, Phillip was fitted with his new feet and can be seen in a video taking on his first few steps.

Speaking to The Telegraph, Ms Harrison said: "He picked it up real fast and I'm sure he'll learn to balance again, and be able to waddle around with all the other ducks.”

Phillip the duck is now learning to find his feet again and will shortly be rehomed to an animal rescue centre.

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New roadshow brings free flea and tick checks to dog owners

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 A nationwide roadshow offering free, personalised parasite risk assessments and flea and tick checks will be visiting popular dog events across the UK.

The All About Dogs shows in Norfolk and Knebworth, will be among the first events to host MSD Animal Health's Big Parasite Check campaign, which aims to address common misconceptions and highlight the importance of year-round parasite protection.

A total of six dog-friendly events will feature the free clinics from summer through to winter. Full roadshow dates and locations are available on The Big Parasite Check map or through your local MSD Animal Health Representative.  

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'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'