June 11, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Pebbles: An Almost-Survivor of Pigeon Racing
Pigeon racing hobbyists breed thousands of domestic pigeons, transport them hundreds of miles from home and then release them in a competition to see which birds return first. Unfortunately, many (sometimes most) of the pigeons will never make it home. … Continue reading
May 11, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Sunshine Makes a Difference
Guest post by Laura Lee Sunshine took our world by storm. On a frigid Canadian winter’s day, Sunshine was rescued by our special friend Bob. How something so sweet could be found alone in a garbage can, I will never … Continue reading
April 27, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Feather & Bone
This young pigeon, now named Vivian, is extremely lucky to be alive. She was bred to be used for pigeon racing. Taken miles from her home and “tossed” to her fate, she tried her best to fly home. But she … Continue reading
March 17, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Josie: An Almost-Survivor of Pigeon Racing
March 12, 2015 It was 5:15 and I had just finished up a presentation about pigeons to a youth group at the Marin Humane Society. I checked my email before heading to my next appointment (a care consult for a … Continue reading
March 16, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on What’s Pigeon Racing?
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
March 11, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Little Bell’s Big Recovery
Little Ringneck Dove Bell (along with her healthy mate Reed) came in to our care in December with a big problem- torticollis (a neurological movement disorder characterized by a twisted neck and tilted head) so severe that it triggered violent … Continue reading
March 11, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Leroy’s Story- Guest Post by Cathy W.
Leroy Jenkins came into my life in November of 2014. I found him huddled in a corner at my office complex, unable to fly, miles away from food or water and alarmingly vulnerable to some of the busiest traffic in the … Continue reading
February 26, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Pet Pigeons Have a House, Need a Home!
Ajax, a dark-eyed King pigeon beauty with stunning black, white and grey plumage, has come a long way. She was found, at only 4 weeks old, near death in Alameda, CA in early November. Thankfully, she was rescued by Debbie, … Continue reading
February 9, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Jimmy- Feral Ringneck Dove with Head Trauma
On Friday, January 30th, animal lover and Palomacy supporter Charlene found a dove grounded and helpless in the gutter. His panic at being handled and the flocks of feral Ringnecks living wild in the area suggest he was living free … Continue reading
February 9, 2015
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Aubrey & Hedwig- Guest Post by Sarah Wilson
When I first found Aubrey, she was shivering, hungry and scared, trapped by some neighbors beneath a laundry basket. It was a warm Wednesday evening in Downtown Los Angeles and my roommate and I were on our way to pick … Continue reading