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24th November 2008, 08:00 PM
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New pet pigeon...wing slap?Hi, I just got a new young pigeon last weekend. Not sure of the gender yet. But it is about two months old, not full grown. I just wondered how long it take these birds to get use to me and get a little tamer because every time I put my hand in the near the bird it wing slaps me and pecks at my hand. Is this a sign that the bird will always do this or will it eventually get use to me feeding and watering it?
Thanks. 
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24th November 2008, 08:24 PM
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They tend to get territorial about their living quarters, they can love you
big time but still wing wack you, not to worry. If this will be a pet, just handling every day and giving some free fly time in addition to daily care giving should acclimate the pigeon to you and in time create bonds. fp
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11th December 2008, 12:14 PM
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We humans just don't "get it."
Pigeons have been doing their best for generations to educate humans as to proper human-pigeon protocol: look at public statuary. Pigeons are meant to stand on shoulders, heads, the highest point of any human available at the time, for perching and pooping. Humans are very careless with their hands: look at all the places these hands visit, and be appalled: wiping undersides with toilet paper, blowing noses, other disgusting things. Look at all the damage hands do: pulling triggers, making netting, holding steering wheels of cars which go out of control. Hands are the devices humans use to perform most of their misdeeds. Hands have a bad reputation among birds. Humans do all these bad things with their hands because they resent that they do not have wings. Humans are unfeathered, wingless objects worthy of pity, and of being pooped on. It is not only good luck to be pooped on by a pigeon (a small amount of fertilizer to take home with you), it is an honor and a privilege for the human. The proper role of a human is as an "under-human," similar to that of an underdog, but one which knows its place and stays "under." Humans are probably incapable of evolution, and pigeons, of course, don't need to.
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11th December 2008, 12:28 PM
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Thank you for sharing that Larry, Skye shares your opinion completely!
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11th December 2008, 01:02 PM
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Pigeons are individuals just like people. Some become very affectionate, others can be feisty or aloof. Sometimes they want to socialize and sometimes they like quiet alone time. They have their likes and dislikes, cute quirks and annoying habits. And like people they can warm up to new friends quickly or take a while to get to know you and trust you.
Don't forget to try some favorite pigeon treats like peanuts or safflower seeds on your little friend jordanrw260. Pigeons love to eat and feeding by hand is a great way to interact with your bird. 
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11th December 2008, 01:46 PM
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LOL
that happens to me all the time at work I give myself away
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11th December 2008, 06:42 PM
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I think a wing slap is like a love slap in pigeon terms for humans to say dont get to close or hey dont get fresh lol
know your pigeon chi and you to will find sucess 
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 so many pigeons so little time
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12th December 2008, 12:46 PM
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bwahahahahahahaha
a chuck norris pigeon
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12th December 2008, 02:20 PM
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what you have there is wing fu ,a beauty in motion just not to the one close at hand hehe
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12th December 2008, 08:22 PM
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Quote:
I am Mr. Squeaks' mate! Does that mean I'm immune to Wing Fu or Beak Strikes? Not in THIS lifetime!! Even WoeBeGone, my West of England Tumbler, who is the most docile bird I've ever met/seen will Wing Fu and grunt at me when I invade her "territory!" Once I have her in my hands, she becomes a cuddle muffin! Who would have thunk??  Perfect, Larry, you posted the REAL POOP!! Love and Hugs Shi
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