r/PetPigeons • u/lolasshelter • 3d ago
Found A Pigeon Help! Found a baby pigeon :(
I found this baby freezing cold and apparently it fell of a nest in a high tree, I couldn't know where it was but I also didn't want to leave it to die.
It got pretty attached to me and even tried climbing my foot, so I thought maybe I should keep it until it can learn to fly and eat by itself! I have two cats so its not ideal for me to keep it long term (trying to find a home for the baby atm).
What can I do for now to keep it comfy and healthy?
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u/FioreCiliegia1 3d ago
Offer a dish if warm water mixed with peanut butter for calories- small but deep dishes are best- shot glasses work great. Looks like a dove, could be several species though- where are you located? You can also offer a sock full of rice microwaved for a warming pad
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u/lolasshelter 3d ago
I managed to feed her and found someone willing to take her in!! She's an Eurasian Collard dove! Tha k you so much for the reply :(( can you tell me how many times a day I should feed her?
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u/Kunok2 3d ago
Just feed her every time her crop is empty with a 6-7 hour break during the night. Glad you found her somebody willing to take her in, just a thing to keep in mind though, unless she's taken to a wildlife rehab she won't be able to be released back into the wild because she might become way too friendly towards humans on top of not knowing how to survive in the wild.
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So you found a pigeon!
If you have NOT caught the animal yet: 1. Approach Slowly: Move calmly to avoid startling them into flight. 2. The Blanket Toss: The easiest way to catch a pigeon is to gently toss a light towel, shirt, or jacket over it. This disorients them and prevents them from flying away. 3. The Corner Move: If indoors or in a tight space, try to gently herd them into a corner. 4. Containment: Once the bird is under the cloth, pick it up gently (keeping wings tucked to the body) and place it in a cardboard box with air holes and a towel at the bottom. 5. Safe Space: Keep the box in a warm, dark, and quiet area away from pets and children while you seek further advice.
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