can't find owner of IF-2095-PAOF-09

[LokotaLoft]

Originally Posted by ewing

OK, got the organic apple cider vinegar in the water, and got an adoption post up. Still working on the other foods & probiotics, and will get a photo to attach to the adoption post. Making progress.

And the bird is making very encouraging progress, too. Yes, when I first found him, I scooped him right up - he didn't so much as wiggle a wing. Now he's alert, perky, and has a voracious appetite. He made one attempt to fly, but couldn't stay aloft. I don't see any signs of injury or feather damage - I'm pretty sure it's just weakness.

I'm interested in wildlife rehab, and would like to get certified someday... so I have a bunch of books and journals around the house that hopefully will come in handy. But I doubt I'll find anything more helpful than what I'm getting here on the forum!

glad things are turning out good for this little lost soul happy endings are the bestest arent they ..keep up the good work

[Big T]

Originally Posted by LokotaLoft

lets just say I fought the law and the law won lol

Once caught, no longer wanted. law wins. I resemble that remark. LOL

I'm very glad one of God's creatures was lost and alone, in need of help and care, and it found you.

You are blessed,
Tony

[ewing]

I gotta say, this forum has been as entertaining as it has been informative.

He's looking better by the hour; the poo seems to be improving, too. Although I did find a discussion of poo-quality that indicated there's as much art as science in evaluating droppings.

I talked to my local wildlife rehab shelter. Racing pigeons are sort of a wildlife gray-area, but they do take them in sometimes. Their policy is to get them healthy, clip the bands, then release them.

If he's released, even weeks from now, won't this little guy just go right back to the owner who doesn't want him? Where he'd be excluded from the loft and not fed?

For what it's worth, the bird has apparently been missing for about a month... does it ever happen that some of these birds aren't good at or interested in returning home? Seems like in his case, going home is not the best option!

[spirit wings]

Originally Posted by ewing

I gotta say, this forum has been as entertaining as it has been informative.

He's looking better by the hour; the poo seems to be improving, too. Although I did find a discussion of poo-quality that indicated there's as much art as science in evaluating droppings.

I talked to my local wildlife rehab shelter. Racing pigeons are sort of a wildlife gray-area, but they do take them in sometimes. Their policy is to get them healthy, clip the bands, then release them.

If he's released, even weeks from now, won't this little guy just go right back to the owner who doesn't want him? Where he'd be excluded from the loft and not fed?

For what it's worth, the bird has apparently been missing for about a month... does it ever happen that some of these birds aren't good at or interested in returning home? Seems like in his case, going home is not the best option!

clip the band and release him! no no no....these birds are domestic birds and need to be placed in a home, the band has the date he was hatched so one would know his age, he could one day find his "home" and yes you do not know what would become of the bird, esp without a band, sounds like by releasing him without a band they are making him a feral pigeon which is a hard life. some young birds get lost he should not be turned lose just because of that. he needs a home where someone would care for him.

[ewing]

Originally Posted by spirit wings

clip the band and release him! no no no....these birds are domestic birds and need to be placed in a home, the band has the date he was hatched so one would know his age, he could one day find his "home" and yes you do not know what would become of the bird, esp without a band, sounds like by releasing him without a band they are making him a feral pigeon which is a hard life. some young birds get lost he should not be turned lose just because of that. he needs a home where someone would care for him.

That makes sense to me! But figured I would ask, just to see what all the viable options are.

[M Kurps]

If you care about the bird, DO NOT i repeat DO NOT cut off the band. Only if the birds leg is swollen and the band is cutting off circulation should the band be cut. If you visit the if lost and found bird section it states that birds with no bands are wild birds. Pigeons raised in captivity are raised on grain,or pellets even,they do not know how to fend for themselves.Or should I say most because rarely some do. As to your question about not releasing him,you are right he (or she) will eventually return home. This bird was trained.I will not go into detail anymore on that (I have my own opinion on this bird). Keep him/her or give it for adoption or let it go (with BAND) once the bird recovers, this is your choice.

[ewing]

I've found a home for him! I've seen pictures of their loft and wow - that is some swanky bird-housing they've built.

I can't say enough how much I've enjoyed and appreciated everyone's input. My good intentions wouldn't have gotten me very far without your quick replies and support.

I wish all of you and your birds all the best.

Wendy

[M Kurps]

Wishing you all the best also Wendy. I bet from now on you will be watching our fine feathered friends from time to time.
Take care and job well done.

[LokotaLoft]

Originally Posted by M Kurps

Wishing you all the best also Wendy. I bet from now on you will be watching our fine feathered friends from time to time.
Take care and job well done.

we wouldnt mind seeing a picture of you and your lil friend saying good bye either, we love pictures here and again I say great job, you were a humungus help for this wayword soul ,thanks for everything you've done

[Mindy]

That is good news. You did tell them that he CANNOT fly outside of a pen because he would fly back to his old home right?

Great job on saving him and doing the right thing and asking allot of questions. min