How Do I Catch a Lost Homing Pigeon?
- 1). Reach gently for the bird. Kneel down and offer an outstretched hand with bird seed to entice the pigeon. Place a dish of water before the bird (dip a finger and splash the water to show the pigeon it is in the bowl).
- 2). Watch to see if the pigeon is tired and dehydrated. Look for signs including ruffled feathers and a hunched-up appearance. Note that ill or weak pigeons are easily approachable.
- 3). Pick up a docile pigeon. Alternatively, use a light towel or net to catch a pigeon that is not willing to be picked up.
- 4). Bring the pigeon to a secure, quiet location inside. Offer the pigeon more bird seed, pigeon food and water while it is inside.
- 5). Wait for the bird to recover. Birds that are very weak, hunched up or not eating or drinking in a few hours need immediate veterinary attention. Release a recovered and alert pigeon in a safe and open area and it should reorient and fly home on its own.
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