Instructions
Contact local farmers. Pigeons often nest in the overhangs in barns. Some areas are accessible with a ladder. Ask the farmer if you can collect the fledglings in the spring before they are old enough to fly away. The farmer will be glad to reduce the number of pests in the barn, and you may get a large supply of pigeons for free.
Call the state environmental agency, such as the Department of Environmental Conservation, or DEC, in New York. They may have a program that removes pigeons from urban areas and may be willing to offer a batch to you for free.
Inquire at hunting supply stores. They may know local people who raise pigeons for bird dogs.
Ask bird dog owners if they trained their dogs with wild pigeons and where they came from. Contacting area bird hunting groups can also be a useful way to network towards finding a pigeon supplier.
Look online for wild pigeon suppliers in your area. They may have a website or advertise in a classified ads section. You can also post on hunting forums that you are seeking wild pigeons. Another forum member may be able to point you to an area dealer.
How to Buy Wild Pigeons
Wild pigeons are useful in training bird dogs and can often be obtained cheaply. The most difficult part of buying wild pigeons is finding a place to purchase them. The most reliable way to locate a pigeon dealer is to get in contact with other bird dog owners and ask them where they obtained their pigeons. Wild pigeons may also be able to be collected for free by asking local farmers or getting in contact with the state environmental agency.