Things You'll Need
- Pigeon food
- Bird seed
- Deep container for water (at least 1 inch deep)
Instructions
Reach gently for the bird. Kneel down and offer an outstretched hand with bird seed to entice the pigeon. Place a dish of water before the bird (dip a finger and splash the water to show the pigeon it is in the bowl).
Watch to see if the pigeon is tired and dehydrated. Look for signs including ruffled feathers and a hunched-up appearance. Note that ill or weak pigeons are easily approachable.
Pick up a docile pigeon. Alternatively, use a light towel or net to catch a pigeon that is not willing to be picked up.
Bring the pigeon to a secure, quiet location inside. Offer the pigeon more bird seed, pigeon food and water while it is inside.
Wait for the bird to recover. Birds that are very weak, hunched up or not eating or drinking in a few hours need immediate veterinary attention. Release a recovered and alert pigeon in a safe and open area and it should reorient and fly home on its own.