July 11, 2014
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on A Home Fit for a King: A Guest Post by Donut & Mia Skillern
Donut- age 3 months, as told to Mia, Hi! I’m Donut, a young King pigeon. I was bred to be meat (squab) and when I was barely a month old, I was plucked from my life with my parents and … Continue reading
October 25, 2013
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on How Do Pigeons’ Feet Get Injured?
How Do Pigeons’ Feet Get Injured? Anyone who watches urban pigeons has probably noticed birds with injured or missing toes and feet. One of the most common problems that feral pigeons have is something we call “stringfoot.” Pigeons need twigs, … Continue reading
October 3, 2013
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on What Do I Do If I Find an Injured Pigeon or Dove?
What Do I Do If I Find an Injured Pigeon or Dove? If you find a pigeon or dove that needs help, pick the bird up (with your bare hands is fine, they won’t hurt you and you won’t hurt … Continue reading
September 26, 2013
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on I Live Outside the Bay Area — Can I Still Adopt?
I Live Outside the Bay Area — Can I Still Adopt? Palomacy encourages local adoption and we only rescues and rehome birds in Northern California. There are, though, pigeons and doves everywhere in need of homes. If you are out … Continue reading
May 3, 2013
by Elizabeth
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What are Pigeon Pants? Rescued, unreleasable pigeons (of which there are so many) make great indoor pets. They are smart, good natured, easy going and quickly learn household routines. They bring lots of fun and happiness to your life. Pigeons, … Continue reading
April 1, 2013
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on What Are Pigeon Pants?
Rescued, unreleasable pigeons (of which there are so many) make great indoor pets. They are smart, good natured, easy going and quickly learn household routines. They bring lots of fun and happiness to your life. Pigeons, with a little … Continue reading
February 13, 2013
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Racing Pigeon Hanging Around- What Should I Do?
Racing Pigeon Hanging Around- What Should I Do? Dear MickaCoo, I am hoping you can help me with what I should or should not do, who I can contact, etc. I have called our local animal shelter and was told … Continue reading
October 5, 2012
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Accidental Pigeon People: A Guest Post by Jane Shaffer
It all began in mid-August of 2011. Annye and I were standing out on our back porch, enjoying a beautiful San Francisco day, when we saw neighbor Ana walking slowly up the backstairs toward us. The way she was walking…so … Continue reading
October 5, 2012
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on FAQs
ABOUT PALOMACY What Is Palomacy? Who Is Palomacy? Contact Info & More RESCUE BASICS FOR NEWBIES What’s the Difference Between Pigeons & Doves? What to Do (& Not Do) If You Find a Pigeon or Dove How to Catch a … Continue reading
March 17, 2012
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Avian veterinarians
These veterinarians know birds . . . Avian vet care is a specialty and is very different from the treatment of dogs and cats. Please seek avian vet care for your bird! San Francisco Bay Area Medical Center for Birds … Continue reading