http://community.wxyz.com/blogs/albert_the_duck_blog/archive/2008/03/28/2813435.aspxToday was a great day for Albert - he got his leg bandage off.&nbsp; While the actual process of removing the bandage was slightly stressful, liberating his leg seemed to please him immensely.&nbsp; The leg looks good, there is no swelling or signen-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60217.2664)http://community.wxyz.com/blogs/albert_the_duck_blog/archive/2008/03/28/2813435.aspx#2822152Sun, 30 Mar 2008 16:14:44 GMT4b9ee3cb-a5d5-4a9d-b351-f17705c7c68d:2822152VeronicaWe have just returned from vacation and checked up on Albert today. &nbsp;How wonderful to hear he is doing well and is making many new friends. <br> <br>While Albert's experience was painful both for him and for us to watch, his ordeal should serve as a vivid reminder to all who choose to give wildlife as gifts--a huge responsibility to take on for both the gift giver and recipient. &nbsp; <br> <br>These are living creatures that when put into a domesticated environment become solely dependent upon a human for food, shelter and love. &nbsp;If you become unable to provide that, be humane, be human, and place the animal with a wildlife sanctuary, or take the responsibility of finding a family who can take care of him. <br> <br>Much gratitude to the Mallard Marsh Wildlife Rehab Sanctuary in Ypsilanti. <br> <br>