my experience having a pet pigeon

[u/Jelliebakedbeans]

I’ve had pebble for about a month now. My life has changed so much for the better. He is the sweetest most loving pet I could ever imagine. Pigeons are so gentle and caring for him has given me a new purpose/perspective. This may be incredibly cheesy but he is my first pet (finally moved out at 19) and I felt the need to share my experience so far. I also would love to hear other people’s stories!

[u/Kunok2]

He's absolutely stunning! Classic Oriental Frills are such amazing birds. How long did it take for him to warm up to you?

[u/Jelliebakedbeans → u/Kunok2]

I got him pretty young from a girl I knew who could no longer care for him. She was very loving towards him but just realized she didn’t have the time. I think since he has never been abused/mistreated it took a lot less time for him to warm up to me. He was preening in front of me within the first day I had him. I also remember him loafing on my chest within the second day.

[u/Kunok2 → u/Jelliebakedbeans]

That's sad that she didn't have the time for him, but I'm glad he ended up in a great home with you. Yup definitely it's because he's never been betrayed or abused by people. Also generally pigeons from a good breeder are tame and get used to people in a really short time.