September 14, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Nicole Smith I have two really special foster pigeons who need homes: Baby Dion and Reggie. Both are recovering from broken wings. Pigeons make incredibly good companions. They love being inside and with their people, and they … Continue reading
September 14, 2022
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Pigeon Racing in Southern Oregon is a Cruel Sport
Guest Post by Sindy Harris This past week, I was handed a racing pigeon at my Northwest Bird Club meeting in Medford. I have a sanctuary for rescued, domesticated pigeons in Jacksonville and belong to the Northwest Bird Club. A … Continue reading
August 18, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Hello, I’m Jennifer Lynn and, a seamstress for Cirque du Soleil and mother to a child on the autism spectrum. My daughter has O.D.D. and ADHD. As such, she has since an early age had uncontrollable rage fits and tantrums … Continue reading
July 14, 2022
by Elizabeth
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In April, a nice family stopped traffic to rescue a big, white pigeon standing in the middle of their busy street. They fell in love with the young King pigeon who had been bred for meat (squab) & inhumanely “released”. … Continue reading
July 12, 2022
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Palomacy 2023 Calendar Contest & Fundraiser Results
Wow!!!! So many amazing images of such wonderful birds! It is truly extraordinary to be part of such a loyal community. Treat yourself to seeing everybirdy here. We love our rescued and adopted pigeons and doves every day, 365 days … Continue reading
June 29, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Epic, inspiring bird rescue hero Michelle posted this to Mickaboo‘s list serve & I love it so much that I want to share it with you. Thank you, Michelle! Guest Post by Michelle Yesney CEO Retired, Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue … Continue reading
June 26, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Chava Sonnier Founder & Director of Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue Virginia is a gentle soul. She enjoys napping on her favorite basket, or in your cupped palms. She relishes her pigeon seed with all the finesse of … Continue reading
May 31, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Heather Hohlowski Why the *$@# Do They Call it A Sport? The so-called “sport” of pigeon racing began more than 200 years ago, in Belgium. The racing breed of pigeons is selectively crossbred and trained, with the … Continue reading
May 30, 2022
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Lea Krzan A few months ago, my neighbor called me to come look at this small white bird that had been circling his house for the past few hours. I saw that it was probably either a … Continue reading
May 20, 2022
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Palomacy Urgently Needs Your Support
5/24/22 UPDATE & GRATITUDE THANK YOU VERY MUCH to 147 very generous donors who emergency contributed the $12,191 so urgently needed to sustain this unprecedented rescue work. Brave little Tracy (now named Stardust), the “dove release” Homer, came through her wing amputation beautifully … Continue reading