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There's a lovely young pigeon in our garden, but it's lame. Is there anything I can do to help it? We have two cats, so bringing it into the house isn't an option.
Any advice appreciated.
Any advice appreciated.
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Usually nothing much can be done for their legs
. You could try putting him in a box outside for a few days, some raisins would go down well, bird seed etc and some water. Don't offer bread. If after a few days rest it's no better I'm afraid the best option would be to do the deed. If you can't do it, take it to the vets. Sorry, probably not what you wanted to hear.
# a hot water bottle covered in an old blanket might perk him up. Stick a brick on the box so the cats can't get in.Last edited by Scarlet; 26-09-2015, 10:50 AM. -
Thanks Scarlet.
When I said lame, I just meant that it can't fly - it's legs seem fine. Maybe it hasn't learnt to fly yet, it seems very young?He-Pep!Comment
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If it's wings aren't broken just put it on a shed/garage roof, if it's fallen from a nest it's most probably "winded"He who smiles in the face of adversity,has already decided who to blame
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Oh, if there doesn't appear to be anything broken you can put him somewhere out of the way as BB has said. He might just need a recovery period.
I'm a sucker for an animal in need...the OH brought home a weasel
yesterday! It's very young, but still has teeth, I started him on milk out of a dropper but he's eating out of a saucer this morning.
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Good news! I called the number on helpwildlife.co.uk and they contacted our local SSPCA officer, who came and picked the poor wee thing up. No injuries apparently, just a bit thin and exhausted. Hopefully it'll make a full recovery!He-Pep!Comment
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Good work Bario and the SSPCA
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Bless you for caring.Originally posted by bario1 View PostPain is still pain, suffering is still suffering, regardless of whoever, or whatever, is the victim.
Everything is worthy of kindness.
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Always good to hear about successful rescues!
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