March 16, 2015
by Elizabeth
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Unfortunately, pigeon racing is a hobby that is deadly to the birds used. Racing hobbyists strive to selectively breed or purchase champions. They control every aspect of care in an effort to increase their chances of winning. Pigeon racers then … Continue reading
November 17, 2014
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Can Pigeons Live With Chickens? Can Doves Live With Pigeons?
Can Pigeons Live With Chickens? Can Doves Live With Pigeons? We are often asked, Can pigeons (or doves) live with chickens? Or, Can doves live with pigeons? While pigeons or doves can live get along with chickens 95% of the … Continue reading
October 17, 2014
by Elizabeth
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How Do I Hold a Pigeon? Palomacy adopter & volunteer Jill demonstrates how to hold, pet and make friends with a pigeon. (And gets told off at the end by Opal the demo pigeon!) No bird likes being “caught” but, … Continue reading
October 25, 2013
by Elizabeth
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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
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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
August 16, 2013
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Basics of Preventive Care for Pigeons and Doves
Basics of Preventive Care for Pigeons and Doves Providing your bird with a good diet, adequate sunlight (unfiltered by glass), and sufficient space and opportunity for exercise are the basics of insuring good health for your pigeons or doves. In … Continue reading
May 28, 2013
by Elizabeth
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Nutritional Recommendations for Pigeons & Doves In addition to a high-quality seed diet, there are a few things I feel are crucial to maintaining optimal bird health. The first is a good multivitamin/multimineral supplement, containing calcium and vitamin D3. Indoor … 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