February 21, 2019
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Rescuing the All Star Doves
Your support saved these birds’ lives. On November 28th, Palomacy received word that 28 domestic Ringneck doves (all descended from five) needed rescue as their person, a resident of the All Star Trailer Park, could no longer care for them. … Continue reading
January 14, 2019
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Star & Fizz: Survivors You Can Adopt!
Fizz & Star are exceptional. They survived what most “released” domestic pigeons don’t. Star and Fizz are two of many domestic pigeons constantly being left at the San Francisco Powell Street BART station as if they could just join up … Continue reading
December 23, 2018
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on The Continuing Adventures of Adoptable Foster Pigeons Noodles & Dallas
Note from Elizabeth- This beautiful story of transformation- from wary, unsocialized aviary birds to companionable & curious house mates, shows the amazing adaptability of pigeons & the incredible difference our fosters & adopters make. Guest Post by Chava Sonnier Years of … Continue reading
October 1, 2018
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Palomacy Party 2018: COO-CHELLA!!!!!
Wow! Wow wow wow! Our COO-CHELLA party Saturday 9/22 was awesome! We had so many amazing people and birds all gathered together in a big love fest! (Here’s our party playlist, courtesy of Ellie Paterson!) We were maxed out with more … Continue reading
September 11, 2018
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Destringing Pigeons: Freeing Feet and Opening Minds
Guest Post by Suzy Cincone Anyone who has lived in an urban environment has seen stringfoot pigeons; many wonder how the feet of these birds come to be bound and twisted, but few people seem to realize that something can … Continue reading
August 29, 2018
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on “Puppy Training” Pigeons Rescued
Warning: This post is about cruelty and while no graphic images are included, it may be upsetting. Reader discretion is advised. “Dog Training Birds” Heartbreakingly, pigeons are used to train hunting dogs. Sometimes they are “planted” out in fields (with … Continue reading
August 15, 2018
by Elizabeth
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Guest Post by Jill McMurchy I care for a sweet disabled dove named Jingle. He’s not the first disabled bird I’ve cared for. I’ve had the privilege of caring for a few birds that people who don’t know these birds … Continue reading
July 4, 2018
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on 4 Ways to Get Involved With Palomacy Pigeon & Dove Adoptions
Guest post by Cara Benson Did you know that Palomacy has rescued over 800 pigeons and doves in the San Francisco Bay Area since 2007? Without the work of our organization, these birds would have been euthanized. Even in the animal-friendly … Continue reading
June 13, 2018
by Elizabeth
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Palomacy’s first ever Coo-loring Book generously created by Artist Meg Germundson Get yours here! Palomacy’s first ever coo-loring book is a fun way to educate & involve even more people in recognizing the beauty in our fabulous rescued birds. Support Palomacy’s advocacy for … Continue reading
May 30, 2018
by Elizabeth
Comments Off on Meet Palomacy’s Help Group Moderators
Our Palomacy Help Group provides fast, bird-centered, trustworthy support, information and referrals 24/7/365 for people who need help & answers about pigeons & doves, thanks to our amazing team of volunteer moderators! They attend to more than 1,000 posts every … Continue reading