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5th August 2009, 06:14 PM
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I found an injured pigeon please helpHi
I rescued a pigeon from out my back lane because kids where throwing stones at it and it did not seem to be flying away. When i approached it i soon noticed it was not able to stand on one leg. It does not seem particularly happy to be held but i managed to get the number from the ring. I phoned up its owner and hes asked me to look after it for a few days and then see if it will fly back. Its eating well but i am wondering if there is anything i could do to help its leg? Or will it heel by itself? i feel awful that it could be in pain. If i took it to the RSPCA do you think they would look at it? There are no cuts or anything on the leg but whenever it tries to walk on it it falls over. Your help would really be appreciated! Thanks 
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#2
5th August 2009, 06:22 PM
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Bless you for the rescue. I hope you boxed their ears, those kids. They did deserve it.
I don't know where you are located but I suspect the UK. Here's a link for some resources. Don't be surprised if the owner of the bird doesn't show. http://www.pigeons.biz/forums/group.php?groupid=21
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#3
5th August 2009, 06:30 PM
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I went mad at them.. hate hate hate animal cruelty
I am from South Wales the guy who owns it is from Birmingham. He didnt really seem that bothered about him, he said he would come get him in 3 days if he hasnt flown back but he didnt say nothing about how im to look after him or nothing about his leg. My dad is really into wildlife and things like that so we have basic knowledge about looking after it but we have no idea what to do about its leg. Thank you for the link i live like 10 minutes away from the Gower bird hospital. I will give them a ring in the morning.
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#4
5th August 2009, 06:33 PM
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Let us know what happens.
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#5
5th August 2009, 06:34 PM
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You know...if the leg turns out to be unfixable...the fellow may not want it back and so you could ask if you could keep it.
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#6
5th August 2009, 06:38 PM
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I wouldnt mind that. I dont want to give it back haha but i know i have to at least try and see if it will fly back. Its a racing pigeon and i would have no idea how to care for it properly i just know basics
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#7
5th August 2009, 06:55 PM
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Not a problem...we can teach you how to care for the bird.
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Charis If all the beasts were gone, men would die from great loneliness of spirit, for whatever happens to the beasts also happens to the man. Seattle 1736-1866 Another Life, Gone To The Birds! DO NO HARM Member, International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council
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#8
5th August 2009, 06:58 PM
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Alot of sites that i have been reading seem to say that many owners of racing pigeons will have it put down if it gets lost or is sick. I dont want that to happen its a lovely looking bird.
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#9
5th August 2009, 07:12 PM
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He may not do that but it is a concern....so do ask and if he doesn't seem all that interested, ask if you can keep him.
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Charis If all the beasts were gone, men would die from great loneliness of spirit, for whatever happens to the beasts also happens to the man. Seattle 1736-1866 Another Life, Gone To The Birds! DO NO HARM Member, International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council
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5th August 2009, 07:18 PM
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Ok. How would i go about caring for it then? When it still be able to go out? Or would it need to be kept inside?
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#11
5th August 2009, 07:25 PM
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It would all depend on the leg I suppose.
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Charis If all the beasts were gone, men would die from great loneliness of spirit, for whatever happens to the beasts also happens to the man. Seattle 1736-1866 Another Life, Gone To The Birds! DO NO HARM Member, International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council
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#12
7th August 2009, 11:04 AM
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So i phoned up the owner again and he asked me if i could tap up the birds leg (its broken) i have no idea how to do this properly so please could someone explain. Its quite swollen and the leg is broke at the joint.
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#13
7th August 2009, 11:20 AM
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I have read her that you can use a piece of gauze wrapped around the leg and then use a straw that you would cut open as a split. You would tape the straw and of course the gauze is to keep the straw from rubbing.I would first tell you to take it to a vet if you can or one of the resources that Charis listed.I know that is how you would make a splint but who would know if you are doing the right thing.I do know that many of folks here have one legged Pij's.
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#14
7th August 2009, 12:30 PM
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I would found out if the owner is prepared to come and pick up the bird. If not then I would take the bird to the Gower Hospital and tell them the owner is not willing to pick up the bird. The broken leg needs to be set as soon as possible.
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#15
7th August 2009, 12:55 PM
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Quote:
PS: They make excellent pets, loads of fun and easy to take care of!
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