January 16, 2023
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Anonymous I don’t know how to share all that Crouton was with you. In mid-December, I started writing the story of my foster bird, Crouton. While writing the story, I realized that Crouton’s story was inextricable from … Continue reading
January 5, 2023
by Elizabeth
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Pomelo by Adrienne Ruork By Clare Malone Prichard, Palomacy Board Chair It’s hard to believe, but it’s been fifteen years since Elizabeth Young met and rescued Gurumina, the lovely King pigeon who exposed the unmet need of domestic and unreleasable … Continue reading
November 29, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Jill McMurchy On October 31st, we got a voicemail about a pigeon sitting in the same spot outside a motel for three days, unable to walk. They had trouble finding anyone to help and were very happy … Continue reading
November 17, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Belle Cifu In early August of 2022, my partner Beau and I moved to the Bay Area, specifically Oakland, for his work. We arrived to a completely empty apartment, filling out a small section of the living … Continue reading
September 15, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post with Michelle Norman Another wonderful rescue story. On July 9th, Razzle was discovered by my neighbor Tara. Razzle self-rescued herself to Tara who noticed her sitting all day in the same place in her backyard. Concerned, we posted … Continue reading
September 14, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Nicole Smith I have two really special foster pigeons who need homes: Baby Dion and Reggie. Both are recovering from broken wings. Pigeons make incredibly good companions. They love being inside and with their people, and they … Continue reading
September 14, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Sindy Harris This past week, I was handed a racing pigeon at my Northwest Bird Club meeting in Medford. I have a sanctuary for rescued, domesticated pigeons in Jacksonville and belong to the Northwest Bird Club. A … Continue reading
August 18, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Ellie Paterson Are you looking for a fun, short-term commitment to show off your pigeon and dove love? We are seeking leaders and helpers for our party on October 22. Palomacy’s annual party gathers us all together … Continue reading
August 18, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Hello, I’m Jennifer Lynn and, a seamstress for Cirque du Soleil and mother to a child on the autism spectrum. My daughter has O.D.D. and ADHD. As such, she has since an early age had uncontrollable rage fits and tantrums … Continue reading
June 29, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Epic, inspiring bird rescue hero Michelle posted this to Mickaboo‘s list serve & I love it so much that I want to share it with you. Thank you, Michelle! Guest Post by Michelle Yesney CEO Retired, Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue … Continue reading