Found pigeon in Alameda CA

[cheddarfeta]

Ok, I just tried dipping my fingers around in the seed and he just tried to bite my fingers. I tried doing the same with the veggies/cat food that he's been eating on his own up until about yesterday and no luck, he won't eat that either now. But he's totally feisty! I'll keep trying...

Liz

[Charis]

Have you felt his crop to see if he has food in it?

[cheddarfeta]

Hi Charis,

That's a good idea! I should have thought of that since I feel my parrot's crop once in a while. I feel bad because I'll have to handle him and it scares him when I pick him up. :-(

[Charis]

You really need to make sure he's getting enough water too. Don't be afarid of scaring him. Hands on is the only way you will know if he's eating unless he's pooping a lot.

[cheddarfeta]

Ok, I'll do it. Thanks!

[Elizabethy]

Hello, Cheddarfeta-
If you're in the Northern California area, either WildCare in San Rafael or Peninsula Humane Society would rehab and release your little, found feral pij. If you're not in the area, it is possible that you could find similar rescue organizations in your area. Just be sure and confirm that they WILL rehab a pigeon. Some discriminate against pigeons.