December 2, 2024
by Elizabeth
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Guest post by kiersten stein ◦Safeway Manager calls Jill: “There’s a pigeon running wild in the parking lot!” Jill texts kiersten: “Hey. Domestic pigeon at Safeway Livermore needs rescuing. Can you help?” First Attempt – kiersten arrives armed with a … Continue reading
November 27, 2024
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Jazmine Hernandez This is a story about Cosmo, he’s a king pigeon that I found near my office. I decided to go feed the pigeons by the beach during my lunch break and I was enjoying my … Continue reading
November 18, 2024
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Bluesky & Leroy Jenkins
On 11/8/24, I received this message:
Good morning. I recently joined Bluesky which is a very welcoming and kind version of Twitter, similar to how Twitter works. I saw several animal rescues over at Bluesky and thought of Palomacy. Just thought you might like to check it out to get more exposure for the rescue. Believe it or not, 10 years ago this week I emailed you the first time for help with a self-rescuing pigeon that I named Leroy Jenkins. He is doing wonderfully well and still delights us everyday. Cathy
I loved getting an update on Leroy (see his original story here) and have signed Palomacy up for Bluesky (@palomacy.bsky.social). Thank you, Cathy and Leroy!
Leroy Jenkins
Cathy Webb lives in North Texas with her very tolerant husband who immediately fell in love with Leroy and a shelter dog named Bailey. She has had birds all of my life but Leroy is their first pigeon.
October 30, 2024
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Palomacy’s 2025 Calendar is Here!
Palomacy 2025 Calendar Cover Photo: Will Feral by Adrienne Palomacy is honored to present our 2025 Wall Calendar! Much has changed since the first issue was published in 2013- our name from MickaCoo to Palomacy; our team has tripled in … Continue reading
October 1, 2024
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Patti Delaney This is Brad and Madeline Mardelle’s story. Pictures help to tell their relationship and life during their time with me. On August 11, 2020, I received a text from the Bradshaw Animal Shelter with a … Continue reading
September 27, 2024
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Liese Hunter On September 2nd, we lost our beloved Donovan and I want to (share a little bit) of his story. Donovan first arrived at my home in July 2020. Jill McMurchy had spent much effort persuading … Continue reading
August 13, 2024
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Pigeon Wants String Off of Her Feet
Stringfoot is the cause of much pain and suffering in pigeon flocks, and without treatment results in the loss of toes, feet or legs. Stringfoot occurs when pigeons get human generated detritus such as hair, string, fishing line or thread … Continue reading
July 8, 2024
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Lights & Siren Rescue for Patter
When Palomacy Care Director Jill got the late night text about a “very malnourished pigeon” found lying unmoving in a yard, she knew rescue was urgent. When she saw the failing bird’s photo, she immediately grabbed her keys and went … Continue reading
July 7, 2024
by Elizabeth
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Warning: Graphic wound photo included Palomacy received this message on 5/20/24: “We received a pretty injured racing pigeon on 5/16. The finder ended up tracing the leg band on their own and got into contact with the owner. The … Continue reading
June 12, 2024
by Elizabeth
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Editor’s note: Serafina passed away on May 20th just as her surgery was finishing. This is a sad but beautiful story that I feel deserves to be shared. Guest post by Nicole Smith, excerpted from Serafina’s Surgery GoFundMe Originally Posted … Continue reading