I recently rescued a young pigeon, and she has been acclimating to her new environment. So far, she prefers not to be touched, but does not have a problem coming up to me sometimes. As soon as I reach over to pet her head, she move or flies away. It is fine, and I'd like her to feel comfortable, but I need to give her these four in one pills to kill any bugs she might have, and was only successful doing this last night because someone else (who she took to a bit easier) held her while I gave her the pill. Today when I tried on my own she became scared and flew around my apartment. I think she may have bumped her head because I noticed a very thread-thin red mark on her head, and so decided to call it quits for the time until someone can help me.
My question is, are there dangerous ways of holding a bird?
Also, will the bird eventually enjoy being pet/ held? Will I need to introduce this activity to her or will she eventually just come to me? At this point, she is interested in a wooden doll and a toy that I hung up in her cage, but is not so confident in greeting me.
So, that is two questions, really.
Thanks to anyone with feedback!
My question is, are there dangerous ways of holding a bird?
Also, will the bird eventually enjoy being pet/ held? Will I need to introduce this activity to her or will she eventually just come to me? At this point, she is interested in a wooden doll and a toy that I hung up in her cage, but is not so confident in greeting me.
So, that is two questions, really.
Thanks to anyone with feedback!