Name:	Pudge
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Pudge is a large, gentle king pigeon who was dumped in a box on the side of the road with one other bird. Local community members attempted to capture them, but were only able to see secure Pudge. At the time of rescue, Pudge was underweight and scared, but we expect that rest and loving care will restore his strength and confidence.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Belinay
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Belinay, which means "the reflection of the moon on a lake," is a beautiful bird who came to Palomacy with a large mass on her abdomen. She's getting the best possible medical and foster care and we are hoping for good news for her. We'll update her record when we learn more.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Liberty
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Liberty's rescue story is one of the most amazing we've seen; it was all recorded by the rescuer's doorbell camera: A raptor attacked Libby and pinned her to the ground on the front porch; when the homeowner opened the door, the raptor was frightened away. Libby immediately ran toward the very thing that had frightened her attacker -- a human's front door. She wanted to get into the house! Thankfully, the kind homeowner grabbed her and kept her safe. Brave, smart little Libby is recovering well from her injuries. She loves to get head skritches from her foster mom and enjoys interacting with other fosters, too. We're pretty sure she's a hen. If you have a safe and loving space for Libby, let us know!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Reggie w/ Vernon
Sex:	Female
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Little Reggie is a very sweet roller pigeon full of personality that shines through despite a wing injury and poor body condition. She is cute as a button and a good snuggler. Once healed up, Reggie will make a fantastic addition to a safe and loving home or aviary.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Paprika
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Sweet Paprika is a beautiful, gentle bird just learning what it means to be shown kindness. Paprika is nervous and shy, so foster mom and dad are taking things slow while Paprika's wounds, both physical and emotional, begin to heal. Stay tuned for updates as we get to know Paprika better! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pidove
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Pidove was rescued as a youngster with a broken wing. Because she was unreleasable, her finders raised her indoors, where her curious, affectionate personality blossomed. Pidove would make a great pet pigeon for someone with a loving home and heart to share with her.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Freedom Fred
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE 2/25/24: Unfortunately Freedom has proved to dominant for his rescuer’s small gentle flock & he has been returned to Palomacy & is once again available for adoption. He’s a big, strong, beautiful white & brown King that really needs a queen to call his own.

Update on 11/17/23: We are so incredibly THRILLED that Freedom has been adopted!!

Freedom is a gorgeous king pigeon who was rescued from the streets. Aside from being dirty, hungry, and a bit dehydrated, Freedom was very lucky to have been found, as a big, white king pigeon in the wild cannot survive for long! Now he/she is in their foster home where they love to snuggle up against a mirror, listen to spa music, and watch the wild finches flittering about through the window. Soon he/she will be moving into an outdoor aviary with other pigeons at their forever home! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pavlova
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bugsby
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	19 weeks
Breed:	Pigeon

Bugsby is a spunky teen pigeon who honks! Pigeons start out peeping as hatchlings, fledglings squeak, teens honk, and adults coo! Just like with humans, their voices go through awkward puberty phases. It's the funniest thing, and Bugsby's personality sure matches his silly voice! He's a very imprinted feral who loves to be with humans no matter what they're doing! He's going to make one amazing companion for the lucky family who adopts him!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Charlie
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Charlie was in very bad shape when he was found. He was dirty, very stinky, and badly injured. We rushed him to the vet, and after some bloodwork it was determined he was on the verge of sepsis. Despite having been put through the wringer, Charlie fought ferociously to heal up, and now he's on the mend in his foster home. He is very much deserving of a loving, safe forever home that will pamper him and cater to his every pigeon whim.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Shortcake
Sex:	Male
Age:	8 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Shortcake is just as adorable as his name! He's a breed called an Old German Owl and are usually used for shows and competitions. Humans have selectively bred these pigeons to have an abnormally small bill, and it more often than not causes the bird a lifetime of difficulty with eating, preening, and even feeding their own offspring! Regardless of his small bill, his big personality makes up for it! He is constantly flirting with the ladies, and his foster mom describes him as "a lover, not a fighter." So handsome Shortcake is looking for a forever home that will love him as much as he loves living life as a charmer!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Angus
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Angus is a racing pigeon survivor who was found injured by a predator. He suffered several puncture wounds but was lucky to be taken to a local wildlife hospital. There the staff was kind enough to start treatment to put Angus on the path to healing. Now he's all healed up and in his foster home where he's awaiting a loving, safe forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Popcorn
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	17 weeks
Breed:	Pigeon

Popcorn may be young but this cutie is already full of SASS. He's a tough little kernel who was found being attacked by a hawk. The good samaritan saved him and surrendered him to Palomacy where he quickly began to assert himself as a bird with tons of personality! We love a pigeon with sass here at Palomacy, as it means the bird is very confident! Popcorn is still very young, so he might mellow out once he passes pigeon puberty, but we're hoping he always stays sassy, and finds a forever home who will appreciate his spunk!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Piper
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

There's something undeniably adorable about Piper's face. We think it's those doe like eyes she has when staring head on. They're full of emotion and a sweetness that is sure to melt anyone's heart! Piper originally came from Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue, but had to transfer into Palomacy's care when her previous owner could no longer care for her (through no fault of her own). We've welcomed Piper in with open arms (and wings!) and hope that someone will open their home to her forever soon!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Waldo
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Waldo is probably one of the dorkiest, adorable pigeons Palomacy has ever had the pleasure of fostering. Her foster mom says she is "the best bird in the world. Seriously." Seriously! She has heaps of personality, is so comfortable with people, and is endless entertainment! We are so happy she was rescued and brought to safety. Now she just needs a loving forever home, and she's set up with the whole package!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Alma
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Sweet dove Alma was found injured and alone in the city. A very kind family found her and immediately contacted Palomacy about how to care for her. They fostered her for a while, but Alma unfortunately suffered another injury which required some stitches. Now she's recovering in the care of one of our very best fosterers! She'll be needing a loving, safe forever home soon!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Winnie
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Winnie is the survivor of horrible breeding practices in the pigeon world. Much like in the dog world with breeds such as Pugs and English Bulldogs who are so overbred to have "interesting" characteristics that they suffer debilitating deformities, Winnie was bred to have an abnormally small bill. Her breed of pigeon is selectively bred to have what we can only assume to be a "vogue" look, because her bill is utterly nonfunctional at this length. It is so small that she cannot even feed herself. From the day she was hatched, she had trouble being fed due to her parents also having the same bill deformity. The hunger and suffering only continued as she fledged. She was surrendered to Oakland Animal Services and then transferred to the care of a veterinarian friend of Palomacy's. Our amazing vet friend worked tirelessly to teach Winnie how to eat for several months. Once a spot opened up within Palomacy's foster care, one of our very best fosterers took Winnie in to continue the hard work of feeding Winnie. Right now Winnie is learning to eat from a very deep bowl filled with seed so all she has to do is open her beak and hope that seed enters her mouth.

Despite her physical challenges, Winnie is named as such because we know she will WIN at life! She has the determination and zest to conquer her disability. She is one powerful pigeon who will not let anything bring her down!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Snickers
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Snickers, much like the candy, is an absolute treat and delight! We are so grateful that she was found and surrendered to a local pet shop because she wouldn't survive long in the wild being a domestic pigeon, and white to boot (white stands out to predators). The kind people from the Bird Shop in Roseville, CA, contacted us about Snickers, and we were quick to take her into foster care. We're hoping someone will have a craving for a Snickers bar but opt to adopt this Snickers instead!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Colm
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Dove

Colm is a quiet fella who has the softest coo coo. He's an older dove who has trouble seeing and hearing, but isn't fully blind or deaf. He will step up onto your hand reluctantly because he'd rather be hanging out on soft fleece blankets, low hanging rope perches, and eating safflower seed!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Maeve
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Dove

Maeve is an older dove who may be blind and almost deaf, but that doesn't stop her from being a sweetie who will step up on your finger if she feels it against her feeties. She's a quiet lil love who can't fly and will need a very special person to care for her and love her like she deserves. She loves lounging on soft blankets, low hanging rope perches, and LOVES safflower seed as an occasional treat!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Peppermint w/ Penny Freckles
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 02/19/24: Beautiful minty Peppermint has married Penny Freckles! Congratulations to the very hppy pidgey couple!!!

This minty white and wintery looking pigeon is Peppermint! This cutie was lucky to be found wandering around a good samaritan's backyard. For whatever reason, Peppermint was left stray and helpless to survive in the wild. Being a white bird means a target is painted on his back (white stands out to predators!) and time was against him. Despite being abandoned or cast out from whatever life he previous had, Peppermint remains confident and trusting enough of humans to eat out of your hand! Also can we just point out that his feathery lil legs are like a pair of snow boots? He's ready for winter fun and games in a forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cinnabun
Sex:	Male
Age:	21 weeks
Breed:	Pigeon

Warm, soft and gooey cinnamon rolls are always a good choice. Cinnabun is certainly no exception! He's large and warm and will fill your heart with ooey-gooey-goodness! He's still young and learning the ways of being a pigeon, so he's a gentle fella.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Paige
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Dear little fancy pigeon Paige came to Palomacy after being found on the side of the road by a kind soul. This beautiful bird is clearly suffering from head trauma, probably from a collision with a car or a predator strike. Palomacy's bird care coordinator is taking loving, diligent care of Paige and has seen slow but steady improvement. We now know Paige can see but aren't yet sure how much s/he can process; s/he's drinking but not yet eating without assistance. We'll post an update when we know more.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Binx w/Esther
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Binx is a feral pigeon who was rescued with a very damaged wing and taken to Medical Center for Birds, where it was determined that the wing couldn't be saved. But Binx is adjusting wonderfully to being a one-winged pigeon! He does all the pigeony stuff an able-bodied pigeon does, except fly. Bonus, he has the cutest little wing nub! He loves to bathe, eat, loaf and loaf some more. For now, he is shy and defers to other, more assertive pigeons. He settles nicely when held.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Martin w/ Fenwick
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 07/19/23: SWEET MARTNI HAS BEEN ADOPTED!!! We are over the moon that this lil lady is now HOME!

Martin might be missing a few of her toes on her right foot, but that doesn't really slow her down. She's able to move about just as any other pigeon can, all while looking so gorgeous with her very dark feathers! She's quite the stunning lady, and she knows it! She's hoping to be admired in a forever home soon. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sky Puppy
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	9 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Sky Puppy is a beautiful, poised, calm, bi-cultural pigeon. She’s more swan-like than puppy-like.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sprinkles w/ Doc Brown
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

"A unit" is what Sprinkle's foster mom said the day she met him. He's only been in Palomacy's foster care for a few short days, but he's made a very strong impression already! The day of his rescue, he demanded to perch on foster mom's hand instead of riding in the carrier to his new home. She could hear the pitter patter of his pacing inside, so she reached in and soon felt the warmth of his tiny feet climbing up onto her hand. He was much more comfortable being in the action rather than sitting back being chauferred. He's already shown he can be sweet, spicy, and adventurous! Plus with his gorgeous coloring to top it all off, this bird is the WHOLE PACKAGE. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mariposa
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Mariposa is the whole package: Looks, personality, friendliness! We truly cannot speak highly enough of this little pigeon. The first day she was surrendered to Palomacy, she was already flirting with her new foster mom within minutes. She rules the house now, constantly following her foster mom around, demanding attention but while giving back endless entertainment and lots of preening kisses! Mariposa is extremely people-oriented and needs a home where her person either works from home, is retired, or is otherwise home a very good portion of the day (and rarely travels). She is very much uninterested in other pigeons, and wants nothing more than to be with her human 24/7. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Chai
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Dove

Many of our birds are lucky to be alive after the conditions they're found in, and Chai is definitely no exception. This little Eurasian-Collared Dove had been the victim of a cat attack. Somehow little Chai survived, but sustained a horrible head injury. Through many weeks of recovery with her foster mom, Chai has healed beautifully well! She still has a head tilt as a result from the head injury, and from being blind in her right eye, but she is self-sufficient and eats on her own just fine. Once having been a wild (non-native) dove, Chai currently is wary of humans. She would require a home that would be very patient, understanding, and appreciative of her for who she is. Whoever does decide to give Chai a forever home would be rewarded with the sounds of her beautiful coo. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Havoc
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Havoc is the *slightly* smaller twin of a pair of gorgeous oops kid twins hatched (against all hatch-prevention intentions!) by racing pigeon survivors Augustus & Duke. Havoc is all white except for a couple of very light tan spots kissed amongst his feathers (including two on the back of his neck) that he inherited from his mom Augustus. Havoc is a lovely elegant, shy & spooky pigeon.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Shambles
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Shambles is a gorgeous, snow white oops kid hatched (against all hatch-prevention intentions!) by racing pigeon survivors Augustus & Duke. Shambles is very elegant, shy & spooky.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Red w/ Udon
Sex:	Female
Age:	13 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Red showed up in the yard of some bird loving folks who took her in and set to work tracking down her human. When they found the breeder, he said that Red is too old to be useful for breeding or flying, so he didn't want her back. Many domesticated animals are only wanted when they are "useful," but from now on, sweet little Red will always be wanted, loved, and cared for unconditionally. Red is a social, low drama, intelligent, gentle, and friendly pigeon. She appears to be very observant and sensitive to her flockmates and the flock dynamics. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Aster
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Aster (short for Asteroid!) is a lovely white ringneck dove who literally fell out of the sky. Most likely the survivor of a ceremonial release, Aster was rescued by a kind man and his 11-year-old daughter who found Palomacy and brought her to safety. She and her new husbird, Butterscotch, are available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Penny Freckles w/ Peppermint
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 02/19/24: Mr Penny Freckles has fallen in LOOOOOOVE with beautiful Peppermint!!! Congratulations, PF!!!!

Penny Freckles for whatever strange reason was dumped and abandoned at a business. A kind-hearted employee noticed poor Penny Freckles trying to gain her bearings and survive. After her rescue, she went right to being one of the many sweet pigeons at local outreach events. She did amazingly well her very first time in pigeon pants and being an ambassabird! Albeit a bit shy, Penny Freckles seems to be on the cusp of blossoming into one amazing pigeon, and we truly hope someone will adopt her and give her the safety and love she absolutely deserves. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Esther w/Binx
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Gorgeous speckled Esther is possibly a domestic pigeon that was found doing poorly on the streets of San Francisco. One of our amazing volunteers rushed out to rescue her within minutes of hearing of Esther's plight. Once rescued, it became apparent why she had been lying on the cold ground for who-knows-how-long. Both of her feet were entangled with human hair (known as stringfoot), causing her legs to be bound together, and her toes to become necrotic. Esther was transported to the vet where they promptly began removing the embedded hair and amputating several toes on each foot that were now entirely devitalized. She's on the road to recovery in her foster home, but will soon be ready for someone to give her the loving, safe forever home she deserves. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Domino
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Domino is a beautiful young pigeon, hatched in the spring of 2023, who, we're told, must have been disoriented by a storm while trying to "race" back home and wound up starved and weak and grounded and lost. She walked up to the door of a nice homeowner seeking help and was lucky enough to be taken to the city shelter and then tranferred into Palomacy's care. She is gorgeous and very dignified despite her youth. Welcome to your best life, Domino! We're so glad you're safe. (And great job on your self-rescue!)Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Last July
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Last July is a shy little ringneck dove who was found injured by an outdoor cat and taken to a local shelter. Palomacy picked him up and noted that he had some trouble with his breathing, as well as missing his entire tail! After a few weeks of medicine and cage rest, Last July is ready to start his new life in the safety of a forever home. He seems rather timid of humans still and would do well with an adopter who can patiently work with him to gain his trust. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Storm w/Snow
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Storm is a lovely, fluffy, soulful Fantail pigeon whose beautiful white feathers are swirled with sandy brown lowlights. He has a wonky leg which inhibits him from walking or flying though he does scoot around to do what needs doing. He is quiet and sweet and well loved by his wife Snow. They are a devoted couple.They have come to Palomacy on the sad occasion of their amazing person's passing. They have been much loved and spoiled and yet they are handling all these sudden transitions very well. Because of Storm's disabled leg, they would love to live in a soft, plushy, gentle setting where they can relax, and be pampered and appreciated.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Snow w/Storm
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Snow is a slender, elegant semi-Fantail pigeon whose snow white feathers include a few peeks of sandy brown which are exactly color coordinated with her mate Storm. They are a devoted couple and Snow dotes on her less mobile, special needs mate.They have come to Palomacy on the sad occasion of their amazing person's passing. They have been much loved and spoiled and yet they are handling all these sudden transitions very well. Because of Storm's disabled leg, they would love to live in a soft, plushy, gentle setting where they can relax and shine.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Merlot
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Merlot is not a shy bird. Perhaps it's because of her name being a type of liquid confidence, or perhaps because she now has a second lease at life after being cast out as a racing pigeon or possibly a "dove release." Regardless, she's a survivor of these terrible practices and now knows she's on her way to a loving and safe forever home. Her foster mom said the first thing she did when she got into the aviary was kick some of the men out of their coveted spots! We do so love a woman with CONFIDENCE! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Dijon
Sex:	Female
Age:	8 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Little Dijon had one rough start to life, but she had a whole team of guardian angels looking over her! Her first angel was the one who found her huddling behind some trash cans with a compound fracture in her leg. Her first angel scooped her up and contacted Palomacy, where her second angel appeared. One of our dear volunteers took Dijon in for the night and triaged her. The next day, Dijon was taken to the vet to help save her life since her leg had become necrotic and needed emergency amputation. The staff at Medical Center for Birds were her next set of guardian angels. Now Dijon is healed up and with her foster family (also guardian angels!) and is awaiting a forever home that will provide all the safety and soft comforts she needs. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Luna
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Sweet, beautiful and strong Luna has defied many odds and also is a tangible testament to the power of Palomacy! She was found huddled under some cars, exhausted and bleeding from a large wound on her chest. She most likely was a lucky survivor from a very unlucky and cruel ceremonial release (such as a wedding or a funeral). A wonderful family found her and jumped into action to get Luna all the help she needed. They contacted the Palomacy Emergency Phone Line, and with their love of animals fueling them, they drove several hours to meet Palomacy volunteers who were attending the Solano Stroll festival. The family navigated the throngs of people overflowing the street to seek out our booth where she handed Luna over for treatment! From there, Luna was rushed to the vet to undergo cleaning of the wound and plenty of stitches. Now she's healed up and ready to begin her new life in safety and love. Luna is the very embodiment of what we do and what we stand for! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Henri
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Henri is a beautiful, curious, gentle pigeon still recovering from a rough start in life. Henri, less than a year old, was found lost and injured in a residential backyard. Henri has proven to be very friendly with foster mom and dad, willing to sit on their shoulders and choosing to fly to and perch on the back of foster mom's office chair while she types this description. Henri is a super likable, gorgeous little bird with a wonderful life to look forward to in a safe, loving home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Appletini
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 10/22/23: Brando, now renamed Appletini, has shown that he might actually be a she! And she is now in a new foster aviary with lots of other pigeons to keep her company! She's still spicy and confident, but hey, even an appletini can pack a punch! Besides, who doesn't stan a confident woman??

Brando, as described by his foster parent, is a "big macho meanie!" Here at Palomacy, we love big macho pigeons! Most pigeons who are viewed as "mean" are in actuality just very CONFIDENT, and we're certain Brando is just that! He views his space as HIS and will make sure everyone knows it. That can often be misinterpreted by first-time pigeon parents as being aggressive, but it's truly a sign that: A) the pigeon is confident; B) the pigeon views their human as an equal, and C) the pigeon has enough trust in their human to not be afraid! We think Brando would do very well in an aviary setting with lots of room to strut about, or with someone who has the time to really get to know and appreciate Brando for who he is! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Fig
Sex:	Male
Age:	8 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Tiny baby Fig was found alone at a BART station with neurological symptoms and likely head trauma. With prompt vet care and loving foster care, spunky, precious little Fig is growing big and strong. Fig's neurological symptoms are continually improving.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Quill
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Quill doesn't need any ink to write her own rescue story. She most likely was released as a racing pigeon and found herself trying to survive out in the wild with little to no survival skills. At some point she suffered an injury to her wing, and that's when she knew she needed help. She honed in on a keen man who just happened to be in his yard. She flew into a tree and the man was quick to realize she was not just hurt, but domestic and in need of saving. He captured her and brought her inside until he contacted Palomacy. Now Quill is in foster care, living the soft and cushy life she deserves. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Beakers w/ Will
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Beakers is a gentle, easy-going, curious, happy soul. Beakers was rescued from the feral pigeon life with a serious beak injury. Thanks to veterinary intervention, it has healed quite nicely to the point that it is barely noticeable, although permanent structural changes make release impossible. Beakers loves being an aviary bird. When the weather is nice, you can bet you'll find Beakers laying on a ledge with at least one wing outstretched for maximum luxury and relaxation. Beakers quickly integrated with the foster flock and is a joy to have around.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Doc Brown w/ Sprinkles
Sex:	Female
Age:	9 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Can you blame us for naming this cutie Doc Brown? Look at that "hair!" It screams quirky and eccentric much like Christopher Llyod's character in "Back to the Future." Lil Doc Brown here though is too young to have seen that movie franchise, as he or she is only but a tiny squeaker! Doc was brought into a local pet shop where the owner knew just where to send him/her! Palomacy doesn't exactly have a DeLorean or anything, but we do have open arms and endless love for little Doc Brown! So far Doc has quite the sass on him/her and isn't afraid to show it. We'll have to wait for the future to get to know Doc a bit more, but perhaps you'll be the Marty McFly in Doc's life and adopt him/her! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Whisper
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Whisper here is a charming little roller pigeon who was lucky to be found in someone's yard. She was unable to fly, possibly from being attacked by a predator of some sort. She's now in her foster-to-adopt home and is getting to know the comforts of love and safety.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Phoenix
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Phoenix is a bird who rose from the flames of being cast out as a racing pigeon. We're not sure for how long she had been surviving in the wild, but she was smart enough to land in the yard of a keen individual who noticed something wasn't quite right. After a few days, the individual managed to capture Phoenix and contacted Palomacy. Now she shall rise even higher than the flames of her exploitation, and live the rest of her life being a loved and cherished companion in a forever home. She just needs to find the right person who will give her such a home. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kazoo
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/6/22: Kazoo and Lily are adopted and HOME!

Update 5/15/21: Kazoo has married lovely Lily; they're both doing great!

A kind woman saw little Kazoo pinned by a hawk in the middle of the street. When a car scared the hawk away, the rescuer rushed out into the street and grabbed Kazoo as the hawk was returning for a second grab. Kazoo is recovering in Palomacy foster care and we're expecting a full recovery!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Ariana w/ Tilly
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/6/2022: Ariana got married to Tilly. They are adopted and HOME!

Beautiful young Ariana (a roller-cross we think) was saved by a Palomacy adopter and volunteer who saw him get attacked by a hawk. Ariana suffered a serious wound to the chest but quickly got expert medical care and we're very hopeful for a full recovery.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tilly w/ Ariana
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9j/6/22: A few months back, Tilly married beautiful Airiana. They're now adopted and HOME!

Tilly is a sweet, gentle and very lucky pigeon. Somehow she got lost and she helplessly hung out for 10 days on a patio before she was rescued and brought into safety. Tilly is a Frillback pigeon, a breed whose curly feathers are lousy for flying & protection against the weather but that humans have selectively inbred for their own amusement. Tilly is safe now and will never be scared, starving, and stranded again.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kip
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Kip is one heckin' cute chonker! He's a strong fella who, for whatever reason, found himself trying to navigate surviving the wild. At some point he became sick with a respiratory infection and managed to pick a driveway to stand in. The kind homeowner quickly spotted him and recognized he needed help. From there, the man was determined to make sure Kip became healthy enough to foster! Now Kip is recovered and awaiting a forever home with the man who rescued him! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Orville
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Orville is a young, curious pigeon just starting to learn about the world with sibling Wilbur. Orville and Wilbur are swift, very cute, and have big snugglebug potential. Volunteers are still getting to know these two and their individual personalities.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Marley
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Marley is a spicy bird who stands up for themselves and likes to challenge their foster mom whenever her hand gets near. A pigeon with sass is one with class in our book, and Marley is no exception. If you're looking for a friend to zest up your life, this is the bird! Embrace the 'tude, and make Marley your dude today! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Calvin w/ Timber
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/11/23: Calvin recently lost his husbird, Hobbes, but found a new love with Timber shortly after! We're so happy for them!

Calvin is a white King pigeon (squab survivor) who recently transferred into my foster aviary along with his beloved Hobbes (grizzle brown & white pigeon racing survivor). Pigeons are very loving & committed partners but Calvin & his Hobbes are one of the most connected couples I have ever seen. They are ALWAYS together. They are always side by side, twinning. They have eyes only for each other & it is the cutest darn thing ever.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Ace
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Cats have nine lives, but some pigeons, like Ace, have just as many if not more. Ace is a story of getting knocked down but coming back out on top. He was found under a bush in the city, and when a Palomacy volunteer rescued him, it was soon discovered that not only had Ace been hit by a car, but he was also attacked by a predator. As if it couldn't get any worse, he was missing a foot with a break in the leg, and the other foot was badly entwined with human hair and string. This pigeon had been through the worst of the worst, but now he's recovering from all this trauma. He's spirited, lively, loves being talked to. Ace knows and appreciates what it means to be alive, safe, and cared for. We hope that you will show him a lifetime of devotion and security in a forever home. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Riley
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

This li'l cutie has quite the remarkable story! It's one that begins out at sea. The Caribbean Sea, South of Cuba to be exact! It was a dark and stormy night, as cliche as that sounds, and through the wind and the rain and the waves, a little lost racing pigeon appeared on the back deck of the tugboat Julie F. The kind captain, Captain Riley, scooped her up and brought her inside where he bathed away the salty water soaking her feathers. He warmed her up, fed her, and that night she flew up to his bunk to say hello! From there, she traveled with the crew from the Carribean sea all the way to San Francisco! It was a long voyage, but the kind Captain brought the little pigeon, now named Riley, to Palomacy's care. Unfortunately, Riley at some point during her journey suffered a broken wing, but it's healed now and she can fly short and low distances. Riley is one special, lucky, and well-traveled seafaring pigeon who would like to retire to a life of a loving forever home. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mort
Sex:	Female
Age:	11 months
Breed:	Pigeon

Usually fire fighters do the saving, but Mort, a juvenile king pigeon, decided to save herself by waltzing right into a local fire house. There she hung around for several days, coming and going as she pleased, and even took up residence in the station's kitchen. The firefighters were absolutely delighted to have such a smart bird do all the hard work for them! All our Palomacy volunteer had to do when she got to the station was just pick Mort right up into her arms. Mort made her own rescue one of the easiest, yet immensely rewarding save we've had so far! Now we're hoping Mort will be able to waltz into a forever home soon! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Topaz
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Topaz is a gem who shines bright no matter where she is or what she's doing. She is a young dove who came from a flock of thirteen who were all older. Topaz was not just the youngest, but also was having trouble standing, and had a callus on her keel because of it. Palomacy took her in for some tender loving care. Now she's on the mend, and would do well in a loving forever home of her own. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Idyll
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Dove

Idyll is the idyllic dove: Regal, beautiful, picturesque! We don't know Idyll's history. All we know that he or she was found and turned into a local animal shelter. They were not there for long before Palomacy was contacted, and Idyll was brought into foster care with one of our dove experts. Idyll seems to still be figuring themselves out in their new foster home, but perhaps they would much rather be in a forever home before letting loose with their personality! Or maybe Idyll is just truly as serene as their name implies. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Zelda
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Zelda is a very strong, intense, brave little pigeon racing survivor. She suffered a break in her leg which was exacerbated by the constriction of the racing band. She was also badly scalped (either by fellow pigeons in the loft or wild birds) and the skin of the top of her head was barely hanging on & looked like a wig when it came off. By the time she was found stray & taken to the shelter, her broken leg had died & it fell off (self-amputated) while she had her intake exam. She's healing up but will always be challenged with the loss of her foot & half a leg. Legs are important to pigeons. They are ground foragers!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Piper
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Piper is a gorgeous pigeon who has such unique colors! We rarely see pigeons with cream tones, but this beauty is the exception. We don't really know much about her; all that we know was that she was surrendered to a vet clinic with an injured wing and leg. She's been healing up in foster care these past few months, and could use a forever home to keep her safe and loved. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tulin
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Tulin is an adorable li'l bird who self-rescued to a woman on her deck. Since coming into Palomacy's foster care, Tulin has shown to be a very laid-back and easygoing bird. There's no drama to Tulin's llama, so if you're looking for a companion to just vibe with, Tulin's your friend. (Please note that this photo is the one taken right before he was captured. Palomacy requires all birds to be either in a harness on a leash outdoors, or secured in a predator and rodent proof aviary) Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Speculoos
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Deliciously colored like the Belgian cookie, Speculoos is rich with a brown, cookie buttery goodness. And this li'l one is a TOUGH cookie. Speculoos was in the middle of the road when a car drove right over, yet somehow she remained unscathed! The driver rushed out of her vehicle and scooped this cookie right up into her arms and immediately called Palomacy. Now Speculoos is being oh-so-delectable in her foster home but would love a forever home to sweeten up. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sasha
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Sasha is a survivor of pigeon racing. When she came to Palomacy, she refused to eat, and it wasn't long before we discovered she had severe abdominal bruising. Right now she is on the mend and is slowly starting to gain back her appetite. We theorize that while she was trying to survive in the wild, she managed to evade a hawk attack. But by doing so, she crash landed and that's what caused her bruising. Now the only crashing we hope she does is crashing into your heart (and then onto your couch for lots of snuggles and love!) Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Vornado
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Vornado was rescued by Palomacy volunteers when she and 9 of her friends were found dumped at a trail head. Vornado is a very sweet and gentle hen. We are overjoyed to announce that she has been transferred from her rescuer's foster care to an adoptive family and forever flock, where she has married a lovely, snuggly husbird.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Lotus
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Lotus was rescued by Palomacy volunteers when she and 9 of her friends were found dumped at a trail head. Lotus is a very sweet and gentle hen. We are overjoyed to announce that she and her mate, Bryn, have been transferred from their rescuer's foster care to an adoptive, loving family!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bryn
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Bryn was rescued by Palomacy volunteers when he and 9 of his friends were found dumped at a trail head. Bryn is a very bold and flirty guy. We are overjoyed to announce that he has been adopted along with Lotus by a wonderful family!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mopsy
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Mopsy was rescued by Palomacy volunteers when she and 9 of her friends were found dumped at a trail head. Mopsy is a very sweet and gentle hen. We are overjoyed to announce that she has been transferred from her rescuer's foster care to an adoptive family and forever flock, where she has married a lovely, snuggly husbird.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	George
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Dove

George is one of five Ringneck doves who (with along with Florence, Mackenzie, Breeze & Lucas) were rescued alive after being "let go" from their aviary home when their person died. George was initially confident in the temporary cage short-term shared with Lucas but has been a little overwhelmed joining the foster flock (with buddy Lucas) of 7 other foster doves. George has a mauve-lilacish head and neck attached to a fawn colored body. George is mostly staying out of all the new bird drama & excitement.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pal
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Look at these fancy legs on Pal! They're like fluffy white bellbottoms that never go out of style. He's always ready for whatever fashion show comes his way, and we gotta say that we'd love to sit and watch him strut his stuff on the catwalk! But something's telling us that he'd much rather strut his stuff in a forever home with a very select VIP audience. Perhaps that might be you? Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Waffles
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

This little one was spotted by a young man who saw her on the street and thought she was a very pretty bird. He casually snapped a photo and sent it to a friend to enjoy, too. That friend passed it to another, who just happened to be one of Palomacy's volunteers. The volunteer spotted the bands on the pigeon and immediately instructed that the pigeon must be saved due to being domestic. Within minutes, the original finder sprinted back to the location and scooped her up without question! The simple act of snapping a photo and sharing it saved Waffle's life, as when she was brought to Palomacy, she was still a baby and extremely underweight. Sadly, we think her right wing was pinioned (intentional surgical removal of crucial wing bones) to stop her from flying. We suspect she must have been intended to train hunting dogs, or used for some other horrific thing. But all of that is past her now. She is safe, gaining weight, becoming stronger by the day. Soon she'll be ready for adoption!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Hudson
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Hudson is a sun-loving, peaceful pigeon who would love to find a home where he will get lots of attention and love and will be provided with a soft, easygoing lifestyle. He favors his right leg, but is mobile and active.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Dill w/ Terrence
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Dill is a sweet, gentle, King pigeon hen who is married to big husbird Terrence. Dill is friendly and social with other birds; she seems to have an independent spirit while still enjoying her time with Terrence. Volunteers are still getting to know Dill. Check back soon to find out more about her personality!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Clifford
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Clifford is the best. He has big, bold energy and wasted no time upon transfer to his new foster home claiming a nesting box for his future wife, still yet to be discovered. Clifford has the most beautiful HOP that he does while dancing for and trying to impress the ladies, which never fails to charm the volunteers, although we are clearly not his intended audience. Clifford is impossible not to adore.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Wilbur
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Wilbur is a young, curious pigeon just starting to learn about the world with sibling Orville. Wilbur and Orville are swift, very cute, and have big snugglebug potential. Volunteers are still getting to know these two and their individual personalities.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Champagne
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Beautiful Champagne is as bubbly as her namesake! She is described by her finder as "alert, intelligent lady pigeon with beautiful colors! Healthy and ready for her forever home!" Intelligent is definitely right, as this smart racing pigeon recognized she was lost and had no chance of surviving on her own, so she took matters into her own wings! She marched right up to the garage of a kindhearted person and demanded she be saved! And saved she was! Now she's currently in foster care, being wooed by a fellow pigeon named Rosebud. We all know Champagne and roses go well together! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bungalow w/ Tippy Toes
Sex:	Male
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Bungalow is a handsome, charming ex-racing pigeon. Bungalow was rescued by a caring woman who found him lost and exhausted, laying on the ground at Point Pinole. She carried him, tucked up against her chest, for over a mile to get him to safety. Bungalow is now in Palomacy's care, rebuilding his strength and showing us his personality. He has a beautiful singing voice, and makes the most perfect, adorable little loaf shape when he rests on his box. Bungalow is inquisitive and adventurous, but he has a calm, dignified way of carrying himself as he explores.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cocoa w/ Oreo
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Everyone loves a cup of hot cocoa from time to time, and Cocoa the pigeon is certainly no exception! He is a dominant but sweet boy who loves to nest with his wife, Oreo. Cocoa and Oreo were both found on top of a shed, trying to survive together. They are both very devoted to each other and would be an absolute delight to have as pets! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Oreo w/ Cocoa
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Everyone loves a tried and true Oreo from time to time, and Oreo the pigeon is certainly no exception! She is a shy, but sweet girl who loves to nest with her husband, Cocoa. Oreo and Cocoa were both found on top of a shed, trying to survive together. They are both very devoted to each other and would be an absolute delight to have as pets! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kimchi
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Kimchi may be named after a delicious food, and he is a King pigeon that is often used for meat, but he is certainly not on the menu! Kimchi is for admiring, for enjoying the sounds of his coos! He's for telling him how handsome he is, and for lavishing him with seed and love! You can eat him up with your eyes only! And what a feast to the eyes he is. He's BIG and BEAUTIFUL, just the way we like 'em here at Palomacy! Available in the SF Bay AreaPlease apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Farrah w/ Kismet
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Farrah is one gorgeous homer pigeon whose past is a mystery to us. She came from a wildlife center through a volunteer of Palomacy's, and that's all we know! We have theories, such as she survived the cruel practice of "dove releases" at weddings or funerals. What we do know is that Farrah is looking for a forever home with someone who will love and cherish her as she deserves. She knows she's worth it, and we know she's worth it too! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bonnie w/ Clyde
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Beautiful married pair Bonnie and Clyde came to Palomacy when their people were threatened with eviction by a landlord who didn't understand that pigeons make great pets! This sweet pair went to a foster home where their foster mom immediately fell in love with them and decided to adopt them. Unfortunately the new adopter soon had the same issues with their own landlord, so Bonnie and Clyde had to come back to Palomacy yet again. Now we're hoping the third time's the charm and they'll land in their true forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Clyde w/ Bonnie
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Beautiful married pair Clyde and Bonnie came to Palomacy when their people were threatened with eviction by a landlord who didn't understand that pigeons make great pets! This sweet pair went to a foster home where their foster mom immediately fell in love with them and decided to adopt them. Unfortunately the new adopter soon had the same issues with their own landlord, so Clyde and Bonnie had to come back to Palomacy yet again. Now we're hoping the third time's the charm and they'll land in their true forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Breeze
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Dove

Breeze is one of three Ringneck doves who (with Florence & Mackenzie) were rescued alive after being "let go" when their person died. Breeze was the most confident of the three upon arrival. Breeze has very striking coloration with a gorgeous mauve-lilac head and neck attached to a fairly tangerine body. Very striking. Breeze is currently being flirted by & flirting with everybirdy in the flock pretty much.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mackenzie
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Dove

Intrepid Mackenzie is one of three Ringneck doves (with Breeze & Florence) who were rescued alive after being "let go" when their person died. Mackenzie arrived seeming to be interested in the hazing & courting that erupted when the new doves joined the flock of three already there & so I guessed male but now after a couple of weeks in the foster aviary, Mackenzie seems to be acting more like a female...?Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Florence
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Dove

Little Florence is an enigma wrapped in a mystery. They are one of three Ringneck doves who were rescued alive after being "let go" when their person died. They arrived seeming very demure & timid & mild mannered & I guessed female but then after a couple of weeks in the foster aviary, Florence has been acting very bold & forward & mannish... This little dove is the complete package! (6/23/23 UPDATE: Based on Florence's bow cooing today, I'm going with male.)Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Donovan
Sex:	Male
Age:	29 years
Breed:	Dove

Update 7/31/20: Dono is adopted and HOME!

Sweet senior dove Donovan -- 26 years old! -- was surrendered to Palomacy by his previous person who cared for him very much but felt she could not give him the life he needed and deserved. He is now in a loving foster home where we hope he will be adopted soon!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sam w/ Layla
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Sam, or Sam the Sammich as her foster parents call her, is one hefty, spirited gal. She's so spirited that she somehow survived for three entire weeks outside of a store until she was rescued! She had been reported to stand outside the store every single day as people passed by, unknowing that she is a domestic pigeon who couldn't survive on her own. We're thinking passersby kept her fed, because when she was finally saved, her body condition was fantastic, as was her feathers and overall health! Her foster parents report that she secretly loves head scratches, even though she acts like she doesn't. Perhaps she'd rather receive head scratches from the comfort of a forever home with you!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pinball
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

This is Pinball! He is a racing pigeon survivor who was rescued just a few hours ago by a very kind bird lover who happened to be in the right place at the right time! She was walking down her driveway when Pinball suddenly jumped out from a bush and stopped her in her tracks, pleading for help! He was exhausted, hungry, thirsty, and knew he had no chance of survival out in the wild (it was bobcat territory!) She got in contact with Palomacy, and soon Pinball was safe and sound in his new foster home. He's had one whirlwind of a day, but luckily he no longer has to worry about his safety and survival!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Davy w/ Hippo
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Davy is about as sweet as they come. He was rescued by a kind, loving family when he got tangled in a net at a golf course and was quickly transferred to Palomacy's care. Davy has an old leg injury that caused the bones to heal in the wrong position before he was rescued. His leg and foot require that he be on softer footing so he doesn't develop sores. Davy is extremely gentle and easygoing. He adores his new wife, Ferris, and would like to spend his days snuggling, loafing, and hanging out with you and Ferris. He is not people-bonded, but doesn't mind being held and loved on. He is an A class loaf, sweet potato, soothing energy kind of guy with a handsome, gentle expression.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kismet w/ Farrah
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Kismet is one handsome fella! So handsome that he was quick to marry beautiful Farrah, and quick to settle into a foster home! If there's one thing Kismet loves (aside from Farrah) it's to loaf in the sun like the king he is. Baths, seeds, and wifey snuggles are what he lives for, too! We just absolutely adore this fluffa-fella and hope he finds his forever home soon!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tippy Toes w/ Bungalow
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Tippy Toes is full of character. He's a cute, gentle, emotive little guy. He gets along easily with people and other pigeons, although he is known to do a very dramatic single or double wing bounce when he feels that another bird has entered or is about to enter his personal space bubble. Although he is not people-bonded, Tippy is happy to snuggle and to gently nibble his foster mom's fingers and test her necklace for edibility. Tippy is missing some toes, and his left leg was surgically repaired due to injury as a little squeaker. He is now fully healed and back in action, but his left foot will probably require that he be on soft or forgiving footing in his forever home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Nilla w/Luigi
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Nilla is a mild-mannered and gentle pigeon who was found stray and brought into the local animal shelter. It's lucky that he was found because as an all white pigeon, he sticks out like a sore thumb to predators such as hawks, stray dogs, or raccoons! While Nilla may be named after the vanilla wafer cookie, he certainly is not a tasty snack! She doesn't have to worry about any of that anymore now that she's in a foster home with her newly wed husbird Luigi, awaiting a forever home. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Frankie w/Augustus
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE 4/18/24: Frankie has married a lovely fellow pigeon racing survivor divorcé named Augustus & he is so happy. He loves nest-sitting!

Frankie, a lost racing pigeon, wandered into someone’s patio looking for shelter, missing all his tail feathers and bleeding from a deep wound under his wing. Fortunately, the kind family who lived there would become his rescuers; they kept him safe and called Palomacy for help. The rest is history! Frankie deserves a happy life free from exploitation, pain, and fear.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Rosebud
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Rosebud, a rescued racing pigeon, was found on the side of an interstate with a wound to her abdomen and her wing. A very nice couple who were on a road trip in a motorhome spotted her and saved her. They took a slight detour on their vacation by finding Palomacy and brining Rosebud to us for immediate care. Now Rosebud is healing and will no longer have to endure the horrors of being lost and injured on the side of the road. She deserves a safe and loving forever home from here on out. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cori w/Cisco
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/10/21: Cori grew up and got married to Cisco! They're available for adoption together.

Cori is one of six king pigeons dumped in Alameda and saved by a Palomacy volunteer after she had jammies on and was in bed for the night! Cori is the youngest of the abandoned group and demonstrated a lot of smarts and spunk, doing her best to keep up with the others -- but she's just a baby, still squeaking and so lucky to be alive. We know she's a hen because the boys were already pursuing her amorously. We've placed her in a gentle foster aviary where she'll have a chance to grow up safely! Cori is petite (for a King pigeon) and understandably wary, but she accepts some handling. With a bit of time and care, this little one could make a great pet.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cisco w/Cori
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/10/21: Happy news! Cisco is doing great and has married a young King pigeon named Cori. They're available for adoption together.

Update 6/15/21: We're happy to report that Cisco is doing well and has transferred from medical foster care to a backyard foster aviary! He's ready for his forever home.

This beautiful young pigeon was rescued in the backyard of a kind person after a neighbor shot Cisco with a pellet gun. We took Cisco straight to Medical Center for Birds. He is struggling and we are all pulling for his recovery. We'll post updates here as we get them.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Luigi w/Nilla
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Luigi is a “dove release” surviving Homer pigeon who was rescued & then accidentally injured when the family dog grabbed him. He’s very lucky to have survived & is healing well (now that he’s wearing a custom collar to keep him from biting & scratching his itchy stitches & new feather growth. He’s a people bird who expresses himself firmly with sweet head nods, alluring coos & fierce bites & pecks. He’s full of personality & a strong little survivor!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tramonto
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 6/1/23: Tramonto has grown into a strikingly colored lilac with brown pigeon, very sleek & chic. He's strutting & courting like a man bird & still hanging out with childhood friend Alba so they may yet marry.

Tramonto is one of two juveniles who were rescued by a kind passerby who saw them being thrown in a dumpster and intervened. Tramonto's buddy Alba was easy to catch; Tramonto was a little speedy. They were transferred to a dog rescue and then to Palomacy's care. The two little nuggets, despite the cruelty that was being shown to them, have no fear of humans. They are curious, charming, explorative, snuggly, and willing to crawl all over people together. Of the two, Tramonto seems to be more of the easy going type, but loves to follow Alba around on adventures. Tramonto particularly enjoyed their first bath in Palomacy's care. As these two grow, their personalities will certainly bloom. Stay tuned for updates!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Alba w/ Batman
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 07/19/23: Alba has married recently widowed Batman! These two cuties are a great fit for each other, and we're so happy for them!

Update 6/1/23: Alba's grown into a lovely, sleek adult & seems to be staying close with childhood friend Tramonto though no firm signs of being mated.

Alba is one of two juveniles who were rescued by a kind passerby who saw them being thrown in a dumpster and intervened. Alba was easy to catch; Alba's buddy Tramonto was a little speedy. They were transferred to a dog rescue and then to Palomacy's care. The two little nuggets, despite the cruelty that was being shown to them, have no fear of humans. They are curious, charming, explorative, snuggly, and willing to crawl all over people together. Of the two, Alba is the curious, confident leader, but also enjoys a comfy spot and a good head scritch. As these two grow, their personalities will certainly bloom. Stay tuned for updates!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Freedom
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Freedom is a rescued king pigeon who either was the victim of a ceremonial release such as a wedding or funeral, or escaped from the meat industry (squab). While trying to fend for hinself out in the wild, he was attacked by a hawk and severely injured. Fortunately, he took refuge in the backyard of a quick-thinking, and kindhearted person who contacted Palomacy immediately. Right now, Freedom is recovering in foster care and is looking forward to his future in a forever home. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Fenwick w/ Martin
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Fenwick is a young rescued racing pigeon who had a rough start in life. He had been raised with the sole purpose of flying races for human entertainment, and money. What was most likely his first race became his last race as he had suffered some sort of collision which fractured his wing. We're not sure how long he was trying to survive grounded in the wild, but he was extremely lucky to have been found and brought into Palomacy's care. We're grateful that Fenwick will no longer be exploited, and instead will be spoiled, loved, and live out his life in a forever home one day. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cassia
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Cassia is quite the striking bird, isn't she? She's what's known as a German Beauty Homer, a breed that's used for shows and competitions. The unique shape of her head is a result of selective breeding. Cassia was found in the yard of a kind person who was quick to realize Cassia would not survive in the wild. Whatever exploitation Cassia endured before is now behind her, and her future will be one of safety, love, and pampering!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bunny
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Bunny hopped her way into the yard of a keen person who soon realized she was too friendly to be a wild dove. Bunny followed their rescuer around for several days until Palomacy was contacted. She is a confident dove who would love to follow you to her new forever home! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Moonlight
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Moonlight is one smart pigeon! He knew he was in need of help, so he found someone's house and planted himself on the stairs until the homeowner realized he was in need! She contacted Palomacy immediately, and within the hour, a volunteer was already bringing him to safety and security in foster care. Moonlight will be living the life of a pampered pet from here on out! Maybe you will help make that happen? Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Beanie w/Pidgy
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Beanie is a cute l'il bean with luck on her side. She is a hawk attack survivor who was thankfully taken to a veterinary hospital for treatment! Now Beanie is on the road to recovery in her new foster home. Perhaps her luck will continue with finding a forever home with you! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Ramesses w/Horace
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Ramsess is a king pigeon, but also the King of Luck. Somehow, Ramsess survived a horrible hawk attack and was found by a kind person who rushed him to the local wildlife center. Palomacy embraced this lucky king and now he is recovering in his new foster aviary, wondering when he will have a kingdom of his own to call home. Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Spreckles w/ Ricky
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Spreckles is a rescued racing pigeon who wandered into the garage of a Palomacy member! It was as if he knew to choose her to save him! Except, Spreckles didn't want to make it too easy, and gave our volunteer quite the challenge to catch! The best way to catch a pigeon is with seed, a crate, and lots of patience! Once the crate was set up with a trail of seed leading in, Spreckles's hunger took control, and soon he followed the trail into the crate to eat. Our patient volunteer waited until just the right moment to close the door, safely capturing Spreckles. Now he is in his foster home, getting all the seed he could possibly want while he awaits his forever home. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Lyric w/Angel
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Lyric can't exactly sing you a song, but he can definitely coo and grunt his own special melody! But Lyric doesn't coo for free, no sirree. He requires a forever home, lots of attention and adoration, sunbeams to sleep in, and of course heaps and heaps of seed. Seeds are like the coins to his jukebox, after all!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Fletcher
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Dove

UPDATE: Fletcher is a fabulous haughty dove man who loves to nest sit & is determined to hatch his feggs. He permits his bromance dove man Artemis to sit in the nest but rarely gives him a turn on the eggs.

This little enigma hatched in total secrecy (invisible & inaudible!) to foster mom who checked the nest & swapped in 3 feggs without spotting him/her till their 8th day in this world. WHAT?! Fletcher is beautiful, aloof, spicy, cool & extra all at the same time! Can’t wait to see who this little bird person grows up to be!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	August
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

August is a pleasant, loafy, intelligent ex-racer found by a Palomacy volunteer while attempting self-rescue at a park and quickly scooped up and brought into Palomacy's care. August has an inquisitive, friendly nature and is known to melt hearts by cheerily sitting in a perfect loaf shape on a brick.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kirby
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Kirby came to us under nourished and in need of some love. While being transported and observed Kirby was gentle and calm and wasn't overly afraid of the humans helping him. He would do well as an inside bird as long as he had another bird companion because he got so excited to see the other birds in the new aviary he's living in. He's adapting well to the Foster aviary. He gets along well with the others and is working on putting on some extra weight.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mouse
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Mouse was just a little fledgling when his owner grew very ill and was unable to care for him any longer. Palomacy took Mouse, and two other fledgling friends, into foster care where they all grew up and learned how to be pigeons together. Now Mouse is a big kid who is looking for a forever home and a forever person to love and care for him. Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pashmina
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Tiny Pashmina has big personality. It took all of 3 seconds for Pasha to settle into foster care. Pasha is vocal, explorative, and brave. Despite being half the size of the majority of the other birds in the foster flock, Pashmina has big confidence and finds comfy spots to hang out, paying no attention to any drama the other birds might want to start. Pasha marches around with purpose and intention and is ready to march confidently into your life.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Jones
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Are you jonesing for a pal? A little friend to brighten your day, make you smile, and fill your ears with wonderful coos? Then jones no further than Jones! This little Roller pigeon will charm your heart and soothe your soul if you decide to give him a forever home! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Thimble w/ Trevor
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Thimble took her name a little too seriously and had somehow ingested a sharp metal, needle-like wire! She was rushed to Medical Center for Birds to undergo emergency surgery, but now Thimble is healed up and raring to be adopted! She's hoping she'll find a forever home where the only thing she will ingest is seed and love! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bill
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

If you're looking for a sweet little dove, Bill will fit the bill! He's a special li'l Eurasian Collared Dove who has trouble walking, but that just means you get the luxury of carrying him around and snuggling him at will! Will Bill be your lovey dovey? Apply to adopt him today! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Snow w/ Daisy Duke
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Snow has a certain "je ne sais quoi" that strikes and warms hearts. She is a perfectly shaped, gorgeous lady pigeon with the most endearing mannerisms and a humble, gentle way of interacting with the world. She immediately charmed her foster family and all of the boy pigeons in her foster flock, but she has chosen to marry a good natured little owl pigeon with some fancy footwork, Daisy Duke, who is her gentle and attentive husbird.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Harper w/ Rufus
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Harper sure needed a helper when they were found injured. Harper is a racing pigeon survivor who was thankfully taken to the local shelter to receive immediate care for a wounded wing. Now Harper is healing up in his foster home and would love a forever home free of exploitation and the dangers of racing. Apply to adopt Harper today! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Rashad
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Big King pigeon Rashad was found helpless in Oakland, lucky enough to be rescued & taken to Oakland Animal Shelter. He was able to walk & fly upon arrival but after a couple of months, one of his legs went wonky (he can’t stand or walk) & he was transferred into Palomacy so that he could get the avian vet care & supportive fostering. His radiographs don’t show any problems with his bones so we’re hopeful that his soft tissue trauma soreness will heal up. We don’t really know who Rashad is yet & look forward to finding out who they become as they recover. For right now, Rashad is grumpy & skeptical & happy to be safe & loved from afar.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Parasol
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Patio umbrellas are great for lounging under, and Parasol knew just that! This clever racing pigeon self-resched to a kind woman, who took care of her for three months before finding Palomacy. Parasol is hoping to find her forever home where she can hopefully lounge in the lap of luxury! Apply to adopt Parasol today! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cargo
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

A kind person found domestic ringneck dove Cargo on the street, alone and confused. She found Palomacy and now Cargo is doing great in foster care, waiting for a forever home. Maybe with you?Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Hemera
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Hemera is a hen who is very confident. Much like many female pigeons, she is fiercely protective of her nest and will puff up like a jumbo marshmallow if your hand dare comes near. Have you ever tried toasting a marshmallow in the microwave and witnessed how unbelievably GIGANTIC it gets? Yeah, that's Hemera (as seen in her profile pic)! Any other time of the day she's of regular size as she goes about enjoying her many pigeon hobbies as such: preening, sunbathing, eating, and napping.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Lulu w/ Cameron
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Beautiful Lulu here found her way into Palomacy's care after a good samaritan spotted her trying to survive in a park all by herself. The person who found her could tell right away that she needed help as she looked nothing like the rest of the birds and wildlife around. The good samaritan contacted Palomacy and a few of our amazing volunteers rushed out to the rescue! Despite being a damsel in distress at one point in her life, Lulu is now quite the spicy li'l lady who isn't afraid to advocate for herself! Her foster caretakers say that she does a "really amazing double wing-slap" whenever she's disturbed in her nest! Lulu knows not to settle until she's in a safe, loving forever home! Available in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Speckie
Sex:	Male
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Cats aren't the only species with 9 lives, and Speckie here is living proof! After being hit by a car and suffering severe injuries, a good samaritan rushed Speckie to a pigeon-friendly facility for immediate surgery. He was then kept under close watch for the next few days to make sure he didn't give up. But Speckie, being the fighter he is, healed up and even found love with a beautiful girl named Angel (perhaps she was his guardian angel looking out for him?) Now all he wants is to continue the rest of his lives with his wife in a forever home! Apply to adopt to help make his dream come true! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Angel w/ Lyric
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Angel is a sweet girl who was rescued by a conscientious young man on his way home from school. Angel is inquisitive and vocal, and she loves to hang out where the action is. She doesn't mind being held and she loves to be petted. She's now sharing her general enthusiasm for life with her new husbird, Speckie. Angel and Speckie are available for adoption together in the greater Sacramento/San Francisco area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Nell
Sex:	Male
Age:	13 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Twelve year old lost racing pigeon Nell narrowly escaped a predator (which took his whole tail) and terrified, pasted himself onto the narrow windowsill of the highrise apartment of a very nice couple who noticed him and eventually opened the window for him. He came inside to safety, food and water and two days later Palomacy picked him up. He was still terrified and very traumatized. He stayed terrified even in the aviary, barely functioning. He regrew all his missing tail feathers in a couple of weeks and finally, after four safe weeks totally undisturbed in the foster aviary, he has just now started to relax enough to come back to life. He just took his first bath and coo'ed his first coos. It's not easy to survive for 12 years when you're a racing pigeon and Nell is past ready for a nice, safe, trustworthy aviary home for his retirement years. He'd like a Mrs. Nell too.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Charlotte
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Charlotte is a beautiful, graceful, feminine pigeon that we think is female but time will tell. S/he is a pigeon racing survivor who was trying to keep up with a feral flock in Fremont, CA. Very polite & mild mannered in the aviary, a very good pigeon citizen.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Petey w/ YoYo
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

You know what rhymes with sweety? Petey! Petey here is a girl who knows what she wants, and that's three things: Baths in a casserole dish, her husbird YoYo, and a forever home with you! Aren't the little flecks of white on her face just the cutest?? Apply to adopt sweety Petey today! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Fleek
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young Fleek was an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. Fleek is a beautiful pied (mostly white with some "orange") ringneck dove who's under two years old. S/he is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Artemis
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young Artemis was an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. Artemis is a beautiful "orange pearled" ringneck dove who's under two years old. S/he is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Egret
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young Egret was an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. Egret is a beautiful fawn-colored ringneck dove who's under two years old. S/he is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	McDreamy
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young McDreamy was an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. McDreamy is a beautiful fawn-colored ringneck dove who's under two years old. S/he is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Ari
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young Ari is an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. Ari is a pretty "orange pearled" ringneck dove who's under two years old. Ari is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sylvie
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young Sylvie is an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. Sylvie is a pretty "orange pearled" ringneck dove who's under two years old. Sylvie is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Piper
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Dove

Young Piper is an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. Piper is a beautiful fawn-colored ringneck dove who's under two years old. Piper is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Baby Tiffany
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Dove

Baby Tiffany is an "oops baby" who came to Palomacy when their person surrendered a flock of 14 doves. This sweetheart is an "orange pearled" ringneck dove who's between 3-6 months old. Baby Tiffany is ready to be adopted in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Larry Bird
Sex:	Male
Age:	14 years
Breed:	Dove

Update 10/7/22: Larry Bird has been returned to Palomacy for no fault of his own. This sweet dove is once again available for adoption.

Update 11/4/2021: Larry Bird is adopted and HOME!

Everybody loves Larry Bird! Larry was surrendered to Palomacy on October 2019 when his previous owner found herself unable to care for him. He had been living as a solo dove, but we quickly learned that this adorable guy genuinely loves having dove friends. (Unlike some other doves, this one is not a fighter or a drama queen! He co-exists peacefully and gently with others.) We want to find Larry a forever home where he will have other doves for company. Larry has a chronic overgrown and misaligned beak, so he will need a confident adopter who can keep his beak safety trimmed.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Argyle w/Skye
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Dove

Update 10/3/2022: Argyle and Skye have been returned to Palomacy for no fault of their own. This lovely pair is once again available for adoption.

Update 11/4/2021: Argyle and Skye are adopted and HOME!

Argyle is the lone survivor of a tragic rat attack in his owner's aviary. The aviary had a small hole where the hardware cloth was not connected securely to the frame, and that was all the predator needed to get in and kill several other doves. A predator-proof aviary is so important. One mistake can have devastating effects. Argyle is now safely in Palomacy's foster care but has been through a lot. This little dove is looking for a safe haven and a forever home where he can find happiness again, and possibly a little dove friend/mate.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Skye w/Argyle
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Dove

Update 10/3/2022: Skye and Argyle have been returned to Palomacy for no fault of their own. This lovely pair is once again available for adoption.

Update 11/4/2021: Skye and Argyle are adopted and HOME!

Skye is a Dove that was found in the driveway of a good samaritan. They contacted Palomacy and we took him/her into fostercare. Without rescue this little dove would not be able to survive. They do not have the survival skills needed for life "in the wild," and would surely fall prey to a predator or starve. Skye is now safe and looking for his/her forever home. We don't know too much about Skye yet, but we will know more soon! Consider bringing Skye into your life. Doves make great pets!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Trevor w/ Thimble
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

King pigeon Trevor is a miracle survivor! He lived in the backyard and under the eaves of a house belonging to a kind family who cared for him for a year. Finally, they were able to capture him. He's now safe in Palomacy foster care,Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Hippo w/ Davy
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

We think dear Hippo is a Carneau pigeon -- one of the "utility" pigeons, originally bred for meat but now mostly used for show. Hippo was lost or abandoned and suffered severe injuries from a predator attack before being rescued by a kind person. We're getting Hippo the best of care and pulling for a full recovery. We'll post updates here as Hippo's condition continues to change -- hopefully for the better!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Nutmeg
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Nutmeg is a unique-looking pigeon who self-rescued in Oakland. A shy but curious guy who escaped from a breeder, Nutmeg did a great job figuring out indoor life with his first foster mom and is now learning the ways of a bigger flock in his new foster aviary. This cutie is available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Daisy Duke w/ Snow
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update on Daisy Duke: Daisy Duke did not recover use of his left wing. His foster parents maintain the feathers trimmed short so that they don't get in the way while he parades and dances about. He's very happy and gets around well with his marching and his big hops. Because he occasionally gets flipped onto his back with no way to right himself, his foster parents only put him in the aviary or give him access to large bath pans with supervision. Daisy Duke is very gentle with humans. He's more interested in his wife, but is happy to take a ride on foster dad's back during aviary cleaning time, or sit with foster mom during a Zoom call. He's a curious, easy going little guy with a big personality.

Daisy Duke is a curious and charming little survivor. A suspected breeder cull, Daisy was found struggling upside-down with a broken wing and was quickly rescued by a kind person. After making arrangements with Palomacy, neighborhood families gathered to send Daisy off with a new name and a Palomacy volunteer. Daisy is now receiving care for the broken wing and is in good spirits. Daisy has been sharing an inquisitive nature and beautiful coos. Look for more updates as we learn more about Daisy's personality!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sweetie w/ Gray
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Sweetie is a gentle King pigeon hen who was found lost and alone in a San Jose neighborhood. Luckily, the kind person who came across her recognized her plight, rescued her, and reached out to Palomacy. Sweetie is doing great in her foster aviary, and she recently married a handsome racing survivor named Gray. They're available for adoption together in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bounty
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Big boy Bounty is bountiful indeed! This cutie recently transferred to Palomacy from a wildlife rescue that provided temporary care (not all will do so) until we could bring him in. He's available for adoption in the greater San Francisco/Sacramento area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sylvie
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Sylvie is a beautiful black and white speckled bird with shimmers of purple. She is calm and gets along with other birds in the aviary. She makes little grunting sounds when she doesn't like what you're doing. She always stands with her little chest puffed out. She seems like a female but we don't have confirmation of that yet. She seems comfortable around people and with some attention might make a great house bird.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Delphi
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Delphi is a beautiful, curious homer pigeon who was found lost and alone, most likely a (very lucky) survivor of a "dove" release. Delphi is getting used to the good life in a Palomacy foster aviary, where she's waiting to find her forever home . . . maybe with you?Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Wish
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Beautiful racing survivor Wish was rescued, exhausted and lost, outside the home of a kind person who knew she needed help. She's a real sweetheart who's now thriving in foster care and ready to find her forever home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Beth w/Beluga
Sex:	Female
Age:	1 year
Breed:	Pigeon

Gentle Beth has grown up into a very elegant lady bird & married Beluga.

Tame baby Beth figured out how to get herself rescued at the grocery store. She chose a kind lady and landed on the hood of her car. Said kind lady drove five laps around the parking lot hoping her visitor would fly off. When that didn't happen, the lady picked Beth up off the hood, and Beth lay in her lap all the way home. This is one very sweet youngster! She is DNA tested so we know she is a hen.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Clara
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Clara was taken in by a Palomacy volunteer after she saw a Nextdoor post about his plight. He's doing great in his foster aviary and is available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kuro
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Kuro is a big, strong, handsome King pigeon who was lucky to be fished out of a backyard koi pond. We can tell by the corners of his beak that he has fed babies so most likely he was being used in squab production. We don't know how he got out in the world alone but most likely he was sold from a live poultry market & then misguidedly "released" by someone thinking he could survive on his own. He got very lucky!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Razzle w/ Tooney
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/8/22: Great news! Razzle is all healed up and walking again. (Just look at her long, strong legs after the casts came off!) And she just got married! Razzle and her husbird Tooney would love to find their forever home in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Brave racing survivor Razzle was found downed with both legs broken. Palomacy and the devoted avian veterinarians at Medical Center for Birds have teamed up to provide needed surgery to set the leg bones in the hopes that Razzle can heal and walk again. Pigeons are incredibly resilient, and we are all pulling for Razzle. We'll post an update here when we know more.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Daisy w/ Rooney
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Daisy is a beautiful young pigeon who was rescued from the middle of a busy road by a kind man who noticed she needed help. She suffered a severe wound to her scalp but she is healing well and has just transferred from medical foster care into a foster aviary with other birds. She's a sweet, shy girl who's getting stronger by the day and will soon be ready for a forever home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Rufus w/ Harper
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Rufus is a great guy! He's a feral pigeon, unreleasable because he was hand raised. (In this photo, he's hitching a ride on the shoulder of Palomacy's Bird Care Coordinator, Jill, and showing how charming he can be.) Rufus is healthy and happy and wants a person to call his own. Maybe that's you?Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	YoYo w/ Petey
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update (11/18/22) YoYo has married sweety Petey! Ring those wedding bells!

YoYo is a young guy with a lot of restless energy. He transferred to Palomacy from the Wildcare Association of Sacramento and whatever he went through in his life before rescue put him very much on edge. He's been in his new foster aviary for a couple of weeks and his foster mom says he's starting to calm down a little bit. Pigeons are very resilient and, while he may never be totally chill, YoYo will continue to mellow out as he finds his place and knows he's safe.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Luna
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Luna is a semi-tame, unreleasable feral pigeon who survived a now-healed broken wing. The loving person who saved her and cared for her for several months has to rehome her due to an out-of-state move. This little girl will make a wonderful addition to a caring forever home or aviary.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Rooney w/ Daisy
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Rooney self-rescued to the backyard of a kind person in Oakland, who got him to safety and found Palomacy. He's thin and a bit roughed up but his energy is great and we know he'll bounce back and then some. Rooney is a delightful, curious guy looking for his forever home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pattwo
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 04/16/24: Sadly Pattwo's lovely wife, Violet, has passed away. Our hearts are with Pattwo as he grieves his wife. We love you, Pattwo!

Update 7/5/22: Pattwo has wooed and married Violet. They're both doing great in their foster aviary but would love to find their forever home!

Beautiful Pattwo (PAT-TOO) is one of four unreleasable feral pigeons recently transferred to Palomacy from the Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley. We're just getting to know Pattwo and will post an update when we know more.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cascade w/ Peewee
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Cascade is a beautiful survivor of the cruel "sport" of pigeon racing. She was brought to the Wildcare Center of Silicone Valley and then transferred to Palomacy, where she's doing great in her foster aviary. She recently married a very handsome, gentle bird named Peewee.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Zinnia
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Zinnia is one of four unreleasable feral pigeons recently transferred to Palomacy from the Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley. He's a great, gentle bird who's getting along well in his foster aviary despite a partially amputated wing. Zinnia is available for adoption in the Sacramento/San Francisco area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Gumball
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Racing survivor Gumball (left) and adorable little Lodi (right). The perfect pidge couple! Very sweet, calm, and not too shy around people. They have settled into their current foster home quickly and happily, eating their tasty seeds and basking in the warm sunshine next to a window. Gumball is missing his right wing (can still move his shoulder) but this doesn't seem to faze him one bit. His mate is always close by, she has full flight ability. They would make great house pidges!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Eunice
Sex:	Female
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Dove

Eunice is a sweet ringneck dove hen who was brought stray into WildCare in San Rafael. A Palomacy volunteer fetched her and delivered her into our foster care where she's doing just great. Eunice is ready for her forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Gray
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Gray is a rescued racing pigeon who was found stray and trying to survive out in the wild. He was rescued by Palomacy and now resides in his foster home where he enjoys building nests, sunbathing, and eating seed! Available in the SF Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Peewee w/ Cascade
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 6/2/22: Peewee is doing great! He's healed beautifully and turned out to be a real gentleman. He recently married a beautiful racing survivor named Cascade.

Peewee came into Palomacy after he was struck by a hawk. His finder got in touch and a volunteer picked him up and took him straight to the hospital. He's currently recovering from her wounds and his feathers are growing back nicely. We hope and believe he'll be all healed up soon!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Star w/Skye
Sex:	Female
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE 3/3/22: After four very happy years as pet house pigeons, beautiful, friendly Star & her mate Skye (formerly named Guiseppe & Hercules) were returned to Palomacy due to their adopter's health. They have cheerfully adapted to the change (as pigeons do), are available for adoption & are fostered in the Palomacy aviary in Kibbles n' Gifts pet supply store in Half Moon Bay. You can visit them there!

UPDATE 3/14/2018 Today Hercules married sweet Guiseppe!! They are happily honeymooning. Anyone would be lucky to adopt this pair. Hercules is shy, but very sweet, and Guiseppe loves people and enjoys spending time being in your hand, on your shoulder, and sometimes on your head! This pair would do well as house pets with a lot of out of cage time, or in an aviary outside with lots of human contact.

Hi! My name is Guiseppe and I am a social pigeon girl who likes people and would do well as an indoor bird, or as an outdoor bird in an aviary with some bird friends and lots of human interaction! I enjoy baths and am an all around likeable little bird. I was found abandoned, and some nice people took me in, made sure I was safe for a while, and got me to Palomacy so that I could find my perfect forever home. Please consider adding me to your family. I would love to share the years making wonderful memories with you!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Skye w/Star
Sex:	Male
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE 3/3/22: After four very happy years as pet house pigeons, beautiful, gentle Skye & his sweet wife Star (formerly named Guiseppe & Hercules) were returned to Palomacy due to their adopter's health. They have cheerfully adapted to the change (as pigeons do), are available for adoption & are fostered in the Palomacy aviary in Kibbles n' Gifts pet supply store in Half Moon Bay. You can visit them there!

UPDATE 3/14/2018 Today Hercules married sweet Guiseppe!! They are happily honeymooning. Anyone would be lucky to adopt this pair. Hercules is shy, but very sweet, and Guiseppe loves people and enjoys spending time being in your hand, on your shoulder, and sometimes on your head! This pair would do well as house pets with a lot of out of cage time, or in an aviary outside with lots of human contact.

Hercules was brought into a local wildlife rescue because she was following people around. The people thought she was a super-sized wild pigeon and had no idea that domestic pigeons could have such naturally good looks as she does! While being rehabilitated, Hercules displayed a unique maternal relationship with a group of orphaned wild doves. This big mama raised a large flock of babies, teaching them to forage and defending them from what she believed were potential threats. She was released with her adopted babies miles away but a few days later she was sitting on the step of the rescue waiting for more human attention and another flock to care for. A wildlife center with raccoons and bobcats is no place for a domestic pigeon. Hercules needs a safe, loving home, where she can share her big heart and nurture all the flock mates around her.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Doll
Sex:	Female
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Dove

Doll came to Palomacy all the way from Oregon with a small flock of ringneck doves that lost their home and needed help. She's now doing well in a new foster to adopt home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Button
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Dove

Button came to Palomacy all the way from Oregon with a small flock of ringneck doves that lost their home and needed help. He's now doing well in a new foster to adopt home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Lady Marmalade
Sex:	Female
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Dove

Pretty Lady Marmalade came to Palomacy all the way from Oregon with a small flock of ringneck doves that lost their home and needed help. She's now doing well in a new foster to adopt home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tiptoe
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Dove

Baby Tiptoe has grown up a lot since this photo was taken. Tiptoe is a sweet and friendly young ringneck dove whose ready for home or aviary life. We'd prefer to place her with her sibling, Tuba.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tuba
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Dove

You can see from the photo how baby Tuba (on the right) got his name. Now he's a more grown-up, very healthy, somewhat shy dove who's ready for aviary or home life. If possible, we'd like to place Tuba along with his sibling, Tiptoe.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Marble w/Slim
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Phil
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Tiny roller pigeon Phil had to come into Palomacy's care when his owner could no longer keep him. He's a sweet guy who really, really wants a wife and a forever home -- both things, in either order! Let us know if you'd like to know more about Phil!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Kenny w/Hermione
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE: Kenny has recovered from his injuries & is doing great. His broken wing healed drooped & frozen & he can't fly but, with it taped out of his way, he does fine on his feet. He needs a safe home protected from pets or birds that would bully him & he's married a sweet & spicy special needs feral named Hermione who needs the same so they are a really perfect pair.
Sweet, shy Kenny was rescued on the campus of a local high school. His finder connected with Palomacy and it wasn't until we took Kenny in that we discovered a terrible wound to the throat. We hate to think about what may have happened, but Kenny is lucky. The wound is stitched up and healing well. Kenny is in medical foster care right now but, knowing the resilience of pigeons, he'll soon be ready for a forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Hermione w/Kenny
Sex:	Female
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE: Hermione has married a very handsome gentleman pigeon named Kenny & though their conditions are different, their needs are the same. Both need a quiet home where they are safe from other pets or birds who would bully them.

Hermione is a proud feral pigeon lady who was living wild & free in the SF Haight District. She was doing great! Strong, sleek & perfect until 12/15/21 when her human neighbor saw that she had torticollis (twisting neck, also called star gazing) & motor control problems (stumbling, unable to pick up food). Hermione was caught & brought into loving supportive care for what may be paramyxovirus (PMV) or may not. After 6 weeks without improvement, she transferred in as a Palomacy medical foster. She's doing fairly well (mostly self-feeding) but still very affected by the head-twisting & dis-coordination. We are doing our best to help her recover but even if she doesn't return to normal, she can live a long, happy life as a beloved special needs pigeon.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Chocolate w/Ashi
Sex:	Female
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/8/22: In an unusual move (for pigeons if not people) Chocolate divorced Horace! The couple went to a new aviary and Chocolate fell in love with Ashi. As the world turns.

Update 2/27/21: Unfortunately, Chocolate's mate, Champagne passed away. She has remarried and is making a new life with charming Horace.

Update 1/22/22: Chocolate's mate, Champagne, developed life-threatening health issues and he came back to Palomacy for intensive medical fostering. Of course, Chocolate came along, too! We are hopeful that Champagne will recover and that this lovely couple will again be available for adoption into a gentle home.

This little Roller pigeon, Chocolate, is a former "show" bird surrendered to Palomacy with six flockmates. Lucky girl, she is happily married to Octavia Champagne, and they are adopted and HOME!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Amelia
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Amelia Toppins is an extremely lucky pigeon. He (we thought for a long time that he was a she . . . but no!) sustained a big, huge abrasion on his breast (suspected road rash) & was rescued by kind people who recognized he needed help. He is strong & in great body condition except for the wound (for which he is on antibiotics & cage rest) so wasn't out lost for long. He's a racing pigeon with a blank band and he's getting spunkier as he feels better.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Horace w/ Ramesses
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Horace is kind of a miracle pigeon. He was badly hurt but lucky to be taken in by a vet at Medical Center for Birds who nursed him back to health. His injuries left him with the funniest hairdo we've ever seen, but we try not to laugh in front of him because of everything he's been through. Horace is friendly but cautious. He'll eat out of his foster mom's hand as long as other pigeons go first. He reminds us of a vintage movie star . . . Jimmy Stewart maybe? Anyway, he's a cool kid and would make a great addition a your safe, predator proof aviary.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sprocket w/Abby
Sex:	Female
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE NOVEMBER 2021: Sprocket & her husbird Virgil were adopted in 2018 & lived very happily in their aviary until Virgil got sick & died (cause unknown). Sprocket is doing fine & has returned to Palomacy's care where she is looking to remarry & rehome too. She prefers birds to people & is a lovely & easy aviary resident. Sprocket has married lovely, gentle racing survivor Abby & they are a very happy couple.
This lucky to be alive Roller pigeon was found grounded by a couple of good Samaritans. They caught it and kept it safe and contacted Palomacy. Once in Palomacy foster care, Sprocket met and fell in love with another black Roller named Virgil! They are a happy couple!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Rose
Sex:	Unknown
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Rose is lucky to be alive today. Her rescuer saw her hit by a car and stopped traffic to get her to safety. We're so grateful for her care and that she's now fostering Rose with support from Palomacy. We'll post updates when we know more about this little one!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Captain
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Before coming into Palomacy, Captain survived against the odds in a rough & tumble aviary flock. Inadequate nutrition and care as a baby resulted in metabolic bone disease, leading to several fractured bones & no flight ability. Captain loves soft blankets, heating pads, and surfaces within big-enthusiastic-hopping-height for a sense of accomplishment. Captain would probably do fine in a gentle aviary, but we think he would especially love to be a house pet. He shows a curiosity & willingness to engage with people and to spend time hanging out with other (gentle) pigeons. He's an intelligent and lively bird.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Nate
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

This is Nate, a thrice-rescued, twice-released little feral pigeon. His rescuer found him this time with a wound torn from chin to hip. He needed avian vet care, was hospitalized for a couple of days & has been discharged into supportive foster care where he is receiving wound care that will require time, meds & debrieding to succeed. He’s feisty, sassy & opinionated- all great signs- & we’re hopeful he’ll have a long happy life. Thank you for helping Palomacy help Nate!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Parsnip w/ Myrta
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 10/2021: Smart, sassy Parsnip fell in love and wooed the widow Myrta. They're now happily married!

Welcome to Palomacy, Parsnip! Found at Home Depot, cared for by the employees for two months. Both wings stop at the wrists. We don't know if Parsnip hatched this way or was injured. We're grateful Parsnip's caretakers reached out for help because being flightless means needing a gentle forever home, even for a sassy, confident pigeon like this one!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Ashi w/ Chocolate
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update: Ashi has married a cute little roller named Chocolate. They're both doing great in their foster aviary where they're hoping for a forever home!

Racing survivor Ashi transferred to Palomacy from the Lindsay Wildlife Hospital in Walnut Creek. (Lindsay doesn't treat domestic birds but they kindly facilitate these transfers so survivors like Ashi can get the care they need.) We took him to Medical Center for Birds where his broken wing was carefully wrapped. He's currently on cage rest with lots of loving care. We expect he will recover well and will soon be available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Jessie w/Cooper
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/21/21: We're happy to announce that Jessie is doing great and has married a handsome King pigeon named Cooper!

Jessie is a brave and bright young survivor of the cruel "sport" of pigeon racing. She was found downed in the street with a serious keel injury, most likely from a collision of some sort. We're giving Jessie medical foster care and lots and lots of love. Jessie is a strong bird and we're hoping for a full recovery!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Poppy w/ Pinks
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/2021: Poppy has grown up into a very handsome young manbird & married his childhood sweetheart Pink. They are a very devoted couple & whoever adopts them will be lucky to bring so much love into their world.

Poppy is one of six king pigeons dumped in Alameda and saved by a Palomacy volunteer after she had jammies on and was in bed for the night! Poppy went to their foster home on Wednesday with a pal, Pink. Poppy is just a baby, still squeaking and so lucky to be alive.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pinks w/ Poppy
Sex:	Female
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/21: Pinks has grown up into a lovely young ladybird & married her BFF Poppy. They are a very sweet couple & ideal for adopting as either house or aviary pigeons.

Pinks is one of six king pigeons dumped in Alameda and saved by a Palomacy volunteer after she had jammies on and was in bed for the night! s went to their foster home on Wednesday with a pal, Poppy. Pinks is just a baby, still squeaking and so lucky to be alive.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mello
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Contrary to his name, Mello is a very energetic and curious bird who came into Palomacy with injuries sustained while being raced. He sought shelter on an Oakland window ledge and, by luck, the homeowner is a friend of a wildlife rehabber who is a friend of Palomacy. Mello is recovering well in foster care and he'll soon be available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Abby w/Sprocket
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

NOVEMBER 2021 UPDATE: Gentleman Abby has won the heart of a beautiful Roller named Sprocket. They are very happy together & will thrive in an aviary.

Abby is a survivor of pigeon racing who was found in a local backyard, hungry, tired, and lost. After Abby walked right up to the homeowner's big dog with no sense of fear, this kind person set about getting some help. Abby is now safe and getting stronger in Palomacy foster care & will be available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Udon w/ Red
Sex:	Male
Age:	2 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Tooney w/ Razzle
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/8/22: Razzle and Tooney are married!

Tooney got lucky three times over. First, he was lucky to be found and brought into the animal shelter in San Jose. Then, he was lucky that someone reached out to Palomacy to take him in before she was euthanized. After that, he got the best medical care to help him heal a deep wound on her backside. This beautiful King pigeon is now recovering well in foster care, getting used to the idea that he's going to be valued as he deserves for the rest of his life. He'll soon be available for adoption into a loving forever home in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Casca w/Jonesey
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update: Casca is male & he’s now married to Jonesey who divorced her husbird to marry him!

This is Casca, a feisty survivor who nearly walked in through her rescuer's back door! This big, beautiful King pigeon was exhausted with hunger and thirst when a Palomacy volunteer arrived, but perked up fast once we provided food and water. Casca is not yet used to being handled or hand fed, but we think a patient caretaker could change that quickly. We think Casca is a hen because a male began his attempts to woo her as soon as she joined Palomacy's foster aviary at Ploughshares Nursery in Alameda. This sweet bird is so ready to be given the love and care she deserves!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Dumpling w/Sam
Sex:	Female
Age:	8 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Dumpling is a shy and spooky pigeon originally adopted in 2016 by April to be a companion to her clever self-rescuer Pidge. They were a very happy family until tragedy struck when April passed in 2020 and then Pidge was killed by predators in 2021. April's family lovingly transported her hundreds of miles to become a Palomacy bird and upon arrival, she was wooed by and married handsome bachelor Sam. They are adoptable as a couple.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Slim w/Marble
Sex:	Male
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 1/23/22: Unfortunately, Slim's mate, Sunny, developed some reproductive issues and we had to separate the couple, something we do only as a last resort. Sunny is doing well, and Slim is now an eligible bachelor who will soon be wooing a new lady bird.

Slim, an amiable little homer pigeon, is married to Sunny, a German Owl hen. They're a strong little pair that can hold their own in an aviary. These two are extremely sweet with each other and fun to watch, and they also keep a tidy nestbox! Neither one is hand-tame but we think they have great potential to be. They would do well at home or in a safe, predator-proof aviary.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Caper w/ Raisin
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Welcome to Palomacy, little pigeon. This kid's name is Caper. Caper was found thin, weak, and walking in circles. Most likely a lost wedding release homer, Caper is curious, adorable, and now recovering in Palomacy foster care. We think this sweetheart would make a great indoor companion for the right person or do well in an safe, predator-proof aviary with a flock of friends.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Bonk w/ Jeffrey
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update: 5/20/21: Bonk didn't marry Miles, but she and Jeffrey are married!

Bonk is a sweet, tame girl who was found in an alley with a hurt wing. Her rescuers gave her a loving home (where she happily roamed around the living room for most of the day, bathing in her water dish and sitting in the dog's bed) until there was space to transfer her into Palomacy's foster care. We're hoping Bonk will make a match with a special single male, Miles, in her new foster aviary. Please submit an application to adopt if you're interested in Bonk and her maybe mate-to-be -- or if you want to meet any of Palomacy's other wonderful domestic pigeons and doves!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Uma
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/07/23: We're so sad to report that Uma's mate, Speckle, has passed.

Update 8/2/22: Let's talk about adorable, adoptable pair Uma (left) and Speckle (right). These two are very much in love and make it clear with lots of sweet gestures to each other. Uma spends much of his time laying as flat as possible, humming for Speckle, who is happy to give him sweet nibbles and to stand or sit on top of him to give him snuggles. These two are fantastic flyers, and Speckle is a particularly talented hover-er. They would make a wonderful addition to a safe, predator-proof aviary where they can stretch their wings. Uma uses his flying skills to build SUPERB nests efficiently, using as much building material as possible. We can't provide new nesting material fast enough! Speck has an adorable tiny little face and dainty little eyes and beak. Her voice is also cute and tiny. Uma is very handsome in every way and has lovely, thick, smoky plumage and gentle eyes. Apply to adopt this loving pair!

Update 5/01/21: Because of family changes -- and no fault of his own! -- Uma has come back to Palomacy foster care. He has married a cute hen named Speckle.

Update 9/12/20: Uma is adopted and HOME!

Update 8/30/20: Brave Uma recovered beautifully from HIS injury and has found a loving foster to adopt placement!

Hatched in 2020, Uma is a young survivor of pigeon racing. Uma is beyond beautiful and emanates grace and strength in the face of a devastating injury from a predator attack, in which a large patch of skin on her breast was ripped away, leaving the muscle exposed. Thanks to the amazing staff at Medical Center for Birds, she has been treated with a technique that involves separating the skin from muscle and stretching it to close. It sounds awful -- and it IS awful that pigeon hobbyists put Uma in this position -- but she is doing GREAT and we have good reason to hope that she will make a full recovery.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Chicky
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Chicky is a happy, flirty, white male ringneck dove looking for his forever home in the San Francisco Bay Area. Chicky has a mild, chronic wheeze. We're still investigating the cause -- it's nothing obvious -- but he's had it for a long time and it doesn't cause him any distress. We feel he would do best as an indoor bird, but he's otherwise a very healthy guy!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mindy w/ Mork
Sex:	Female
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Devoted pair Mork & Mindy came into Palomacy when their person lost their housing and had to rehome a small flock. These two beautiful survivors of the cruel "sport" of pigeon racing would be right at home in a safe, predator-proof aviary. They're available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Mork w/ Mindy
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Name:	Cooper w/ Jessie
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 9/21/21: We're happy to announce that Cooper has remarried. He's partnered with a lovely racing survivor named Jessie.

Cooper & his ex-wife Moo came into Palomacy after their person lost their housing. They were a devoted couple until Moo had some health problems, spent some time at the hospital, and then, while she was in medical foster care, fell in love with fancy man Apollo! Sometimes stuff just happens. Cooper is a big, beautiful bachelor ISO a lady bird to love & a home to share.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Percy
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 6/1/23: Handsome Percy is still single but not for lack of trying. He is very flirty & shows off his striking black fantail for all the ladies. He's small, cute, flashy & would love be adopted & get married too!

1/11/23 Update: Percy's mate Kenya passed away & he seems to be playing the field for now. He's doing great and is gorgeous with his white front & dramatic black half-fanned tail.

Percy (right) is a super beautiful petite fantail with a splotch of black tail feathers. He is loving toward his mate, Kenya, and gets along well in his somewhat raucous foster flock. These two sweet birds are available for adoption in the San Francisco Bay Area.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Jonesey w/Casca
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Jonesey is a big, beautiful King pigeon who was found wandering stray in an apartment complex in El Sobrante. A nice person noticed that she needed help & couldn't fly but had no place for her. Neighbors were misguidely suggesting she re-release the (weak, helpless, domestic) when another neighbor who knew about pigeon rescue & Palomacy took her in & cared for her while she was on our waiting list for 6 weeks. Jonesey is a DNA tested female pigeon who is now fostered in our aviary in Alameda.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cortez
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

This is Cortez. S/he was too starved to fly & too weak to survive much longer & self-rescued by following a nice guy into his house & trying to come back in when he shooed her out. As a domestic pigeon, she has no ability to live in the wild. Someone clipped her wings show style which is a misguided method to try & keep a pigeon from flying away. (Clipped wings do reduce their ability to fly but don't prevent it. We rescue lost birds with clipped wings all the time.) Emaciated Cortez's body condition scored a 1 on the 1-5 scale. Despite what she's endured, Cortez is a lovely, long pigeon that we think is a breed called Oriental Roller. She's safe & recovering in foster care now.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Myrta w/ Parsnip
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 10/2021: Sadly, Myrta's first husbird, Felix, recently passed away. After a brief period of widowhood, she remarried feisty guy Parsnip!

Please meet very clever King pigeon, Myrta. She was caught by a hawk in front of a local house and when the homeowner opened the door, he startled the hawk who dropped Myrta. She saw an opportunity with an open door and flew partway, then ran inside! Needless to say, this happened very fast and the homeowner was baffled, but he went inside and realized he had to help the pigeon!
They contacted a friend who had previously volunteered at the Hayward animal shelter and saw Palomacy's presentation introducing pigeons! This kind friend has offered to foster Myrta while she heals from her puncture wounds. We know Myrta is feeling quite a bit better because in her first days with Palomacy, she was wooed by an older King pigeon named Felix. They are now married!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Aurora (Rory) w/Cotton
Sex:	Female
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Aurora (Rory) is a young king pigeon, white with brown markings, who found in a local backyard, starving and frightened. Rory was banged up a bit but is making a mighty recovery in foster care -- at a healthy weight and starting to display a strong personality! We think Rory would do great in an aviary with other pigeon friends and room to stretch those strengthening wings! Please consider applying to foster or adopt, or donate to support the care of beautiful, abandoned birds like Rory!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Jeffrey w/ Bonk
Sex:	Male
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 5/20/21: Jeffrey and Bonk are married!

Jeffrey is a big, handsome King pigeon who was found alongside a mountain road and sheltered in a horse stall for a few months before he came to Palomacy. This guy is a big fluffy lover bird, about four years old, in search of a wife and home to call his own. We think he’d make a great indoor pet if given the chance, though he is also fine with aviary living.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cameron w/ Lulu
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

King pigeon Cameron was rescued by a Good Samaritan after suffering a hawk strike. He's a clever bird with lots of personality and the potential to be a good fit indoors or in a safe, predator-proof outdoor aviary with other pigeons.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Garfunkel
Sex:	Male
Age:	26 years
Breed:	Dove

Elder dove Garfunkel is one of four retired ambassador doves from the Lawrence Hall of Science. (Due to the pandemic, LHS had to rehome all of their ambassador animals.) Garfunkel has received excellent care but has lived primarily in a cage. We think that friendly guy Garfunkel, along with his best pal, Wolfgang, would do well with an indoor placement, perhaps one with gentle children.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cotton w/Aurora
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Big beautiful manbird Cotton is the all-grown-up oops baby of an adopter. When he hit puberty, he became too ambitious to live peacefully with his older, not-as-strong parents & despite being very loved, he had to be rehomed (common occurrence when oops babies grow up). He became a Palomacy bird & joined our Ploughshares foster flock. He has married striking Aurora & they are a very adoptable pair.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Clever
Sex:	Male
Age:	8 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 04/09/2024: Clever had met a wonderful pigeon named Lemon, and fell in love. With his new wife, he transferred from Ploughshares to a foster aviary with one of our wonderful foster volunteers. There he found the quiet, slow-lane life he needed. Sadly, his wife Lemon passed away and has left him befreft. Keep Clever in your thoughts, and send him all the loving vibes he needs to heal with this loss. We love you, Clever!

Update 6/1/23: Clever is a mellow senior citizen King pigeon who would love to be fostered or adopted in a slow-lane-style setting & bonus score if there is a single lady who might like his type. Clever's mate Augustus divorced him last year. Due to foster home availability changes, he's been transferred to the Ploughshares foster flock in Alameda & seems to be settling in but he's showing his age & time will tell if he has the moves to get remarried in this big busy flock.

Update 11/21/20: Clever has married a gentle racing survivor named Augustus and they have moved to a new foster aviary. Clever has blossomed into a grown up guy with lots of personality!

Update 7/5/2020: Today, Clever went off to a new foster to adopt aviary where we hope he will make a love match!

Clever is a survivor of the squab industry who was inhumanely released then sought shelter in Alameda backyards until injured by a predator. He cleverly survived by self-rescuing in a public beach bathroom.

We initially thought Clever was a girl but as soon as he got more comfortable in foster care he started strutting for himself in the mirror and for his reflection in the window at night.

Clever is quite mellow and keeps to himself. He’s becoming less flighty when approached by his foster mom but he's still got a ways to go. She is helping to clean some oily dirt from Clever’s feathers. In his current state, he can't fly well and that’s probably affecting his confidence. We think that when he’s finally clean and relaxed, he will turn into a whole new bird! He's already super smart and is starting to train his foster mom to do what he wants! He is also getting used to pants. Clever is on the way to making a wonderful pet pigeon.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Augustus w/ Frankie
Sex:	Female
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

UPDATE 4/18/24: Augustus has divorced Duke & married a handsome younger pigeon man named Frankie. They’re a happy couple.

Update 1/11/23: Augustus is doing well. She only has one eye & is shy & aloof while her new mate, Duke, is big & bold & full of personality. (She divorced Clever & married a big, white pigeon racing survivor.) They are good flock citizens & would love to be adopted & go home!

Update 11/21/20: Gentle widow Augustus has married big, beautiful pigeon racing survivor Clever. They are available for adoption together.

Augustus (on the right, shown with her mate Shmuel), is a beautiful, sweet & very lucky survivor of pigeon racing & a hawk strike. She was rescued in December & lovingly cared for by the Good Samaritan who found her bleeding from both eyes & a wound on her neck. She made a great recovery & is a very sweet, gentle bird. She & Shmuel will be wonderful pets for their lucky adopters.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Sam w/Dumpling
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Super smart Sam I Am self-rescued by landing on top of an aviary already full of rescued domestic pigeons! We think Sam is a homer/roller cross. We know he's male, high-spirited, and eager to get married. Sam isn't a people-oriented bird; he's striking to look at but spooky and hard to catch. He'll do well in a good-sized aviary with a community of fellow rescues.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Fern
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Little red Fern came to us through the Wildlife Care Association in Sacramento after he was he was found stray with an injured wing. His rescurer named him after "Where the Red Fern Grows" because of his beautiful coloring. This sweet boy has recovered in Palomacy foster care and is waiting for his lucky adopter!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Timber w/ Calvin
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 11/11/23: Gorgeous Timber has married recently widowed Calvin!!

8/8/23 Update: Timber healed up perfectly and has blossomed into gentle, quiet and very beautiful pigeon. We thought male and then female and for now we're going with unknown.

Timber was brought to the animal shelter in San Jose as a stray with an injured leg. Palomacy will get this beautiful bird the medical care he needs and provide a loving foster home until she can find a forever place -- maybe with you?Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Beluga w/Beth
Sex:	Male
Age:	3 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Beluga is a Homer pigeon, most likely the survivor of a "dove release." He showed up outside an apartment complex, catching the attention of the kind people who rescued him and contacted Palomacy. Beluga was thrilled to join other pigeons in our foster aviary at Ploughshares Nursery in Alameda. He is also mellow with people and seems all around happy to have a new lease on life. Beluga was very happily married for awhile but his wife left him for another (bolder) male & so he’s single again & lonesome. He’s a lovely, gentle manbird.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Revali w/Dearheart
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Revali (pronounced Re-VAHL-ee) came into Palomacy from the San Jose Animal Control Shelter. An abandoned racing pigeon who survived a predator strike that took his tail and injured a leg, young warrior Revali is now recovering in loving foster care. Revali is named after a bird in Legends of Zelda: One hundred years prior to the events of Breath of the Wild, Revali was the Champion of the Rito tribe. He was known as the most skilled archer of all the Rito and could fire Arrows with the speed of a gale. Revali has the ability to create an impressive updraft that allows him to soar, later named Revali's Gale after him!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cookie w/ Higgins
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 6/1/23: Cookie is a lovely, shy, unreleasable feral pigeon who is married to a very high energy husbird Higgins. I get the feeling that she appreciates having other birds & people around to help keep him occupied & give her a break sometimes. This couple is very dedicated to egg-laying & nest-sitting & they have to be monitored carefully as they will try to hide eggs & hatch oops babies!

Update 10/10/20: Sweet Cookie has married Higgins!

Cookie is a lovely unreleasable feral pigeon. She's bird oriented & also enjoys riding around on your back while you're cleaning up in the aviary. Her rescuer lost his aviary & transferred Cookie & 6 other pigeons into our foster care. About Cookie, he writes, "She's a stable, shy, independent, robust, observant, loveable female who will probably make a great strong partner for a male who has had a rough time. And she recognizes your love even if she retains her shyness."Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Higgins w/ Cookie
Sex:	Male
Age:	8 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 6/1/23: Higgins is a high energy, highly social & very bi-cultural (avian-human) pigeon. He & his mate Cookie have transferred to the Ploughshares foster flock in Alameda & he is very, very busy driving his wife all over to a nest they don't yet have & landing on all the humans to demand attention, recognition, respect & admiration. He is a lot! (And a favorite of the volunteers.)

Update 1/11/23: Higgins & Cookie are happily married, determined egg layers, nest sitters & good flock citizens. Higgins is happy in the aviary & loves to land on his people friends & supervise their chores. He's a bit of a micro manager.

Update 10/10/20: Confirmed people-pigeon Higgins surprised everyone by marrying a sweet pigeon lady named Cookie!

Handsome Higgins came into Palomacy when his person, who had lovingly cared for him for four years, went away to college. This gentleman deserves a fine forever home and we'll do all we can to make that happen for him!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Pidgy w/Beanie
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 2/2723: Pidgy lost his never recovered wife Carmel to her sharpshooter fly out. He’s been single for a year but he & little Beanie baby were love at first sight & are very happily married & honeymooning so cute! They are an incredibly sweet couple & would make wonderful house pigeons.

Update 6/26/2020: This week Pidgy married Tippler pigeon Carmel and he is also going to have a leg reconstruction surgery that we hope will allow him to bear weight and even walk again. We are holding our best thoughts for a good outcome for sweet Pidgy!

This brave, gentle racing survivor came to Palomacy badly injured and incredibly lucky to be alive. Pidgy was struck by a hawk and dropped into traffic where a kind person pulled over to assist. Pidgy's rescuer found Palomacy and we are stepping in to provide medical help and supportive foster care, hoping that Pidgy will have a full recovery!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Penelope w/Xiya
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

King pigeon Penelope was found badly injured and brought to Oakland Animal Services. Palomacy helped him get medical attention and brought him into foster care. Now he's healed, happy, feisty, and married to a boy named Xiya. They are ready to find their forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Xiya w/Penelope
Sex:	Male
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Xiya (pronounced Zee-ya) is a beautiful King pigeon who was found injured in the street by a kind person who couldn't keep him. Xiya is healthy, easygoing, adaptable, and married to a boy named Penelope! They are ready to find their forever home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Swan w/Cooper
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Swan is a pretty little girl pigeon that is half Homer and half German Owl and predominantly snow white in color. She is very petite and has cute little ruffled feathers down her neck (from her German Owl side). She is still young, (both May of 2019) and recently matured enough to want to find a husbird to snuggle and a nest to call home! She is not hand tame, but is young and confident and would do well in an aviary setting or in a home with someone willing to give her time and attention to get her that way.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Penny w/ Courageous
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Penny is a big King pigeon boy, married to lovely Courageous. They are mainstays of Palomacy's foster aviary at Ploughshares Nursery in Alameda and they would LOVE to find their forever home.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Dearheart w/Revali
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

12/20 UPDATE Dearheart has been widowed & remarried to a fine strong racing survivor named Revali. She's doing great & shares his passion for extra nesty nest building. When her first mate, Ivy, got sick, she was incredibly loving & devoted to him, comforting him around the clock & right there with him when he died.

Dearheart is a brave little feral Rock pigeon who, when just a nestling, was injured by a predator. Her left wing was mangled but she managed to survive and get to wildlife rescue where she was cared for while on Palomacy's waiting list. Dearheart is very cute and sassy. She can't fly but is happy to march all over, climb ramps, snuggle with her mate Ivy (who is also missing a wing) and together they are looking forward to being adopted & going home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Regalia
Sex:	Male
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

NOVEMBER 2021 UPDATE: Regalia is all grown up & a very intense manbird. He was married to a small, timid pigeon for a time but was too domineering with her & is now single. Will be interesting to see who he is when he marries again. He may be the same or quite different. Time will tell.

Regalia is all white with a little (at the moment) pink bottom, named Regalia because of her marina rescue, she is constantly trying to figure these humans out. She is sweet with a stop it-some more attitude. She is a favorite of her foster mom. She had a small preening injury from a flock mate and is working through it like a champ with no foreseeable complications. Regalia & friends' rescue is a cautionary tale of an inhumane release done by a well meaning person. They were raised for squab, bought from a butcher and released, they were unable to feed themselves, drink or know that they could fly. At least 5 were released, one was killed by a predator & we rescued the surviving 4 10/7/19.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Courageous w/Penny
Sex:	Female
Age:	4 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Courageous is a beautiful white King pigeon with a grey ring in her eyes. She is on the small side for a King, but she is mighty with a very sweet disposition. Courageous was one of several birds who were rescued after being raised for squab, bought from a butcher, and released by a well-meaning person who didn't know these domestic pigeons have no way to fend for themselves. They don't know how or where to find food or water -- or even that they can fly. One of Courageous's cohort was killed by a predator and Palomacy rescued four others. Courageous and her husbird, Penny, are part of Palomacy's foster flock at Ploughshares Nursery in Alameda. They would love to find their forever home!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Casper w/Taylor
Sex:	Female
Age:	5 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Casper is a very lucky pigeon. She was found badly injured & taken to wildlife rescue who compassionately assisted her even though she is a domestic rather than wild bird. They contacted us & together we got her to an avain vet for wound care & stitches & then to a foster home where she could heal in safety & then, when she was ready, we transferred her to our foster aviary in Alameda where shhe met & fell in love with big handsome Taylor. Casper's shy with people, has beautiful gold eyes & makes Taylor super happy! They are available for adoption together.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Scoop w/Atom
Sex:	Male
Age:	17 years
Breed:	Dove

This poor little dove and its mate came to Palomacy when their owner died and a kind neighbor helped get them to safety. They were kept indoors, in a very small cage (inappropriate for a dove for any length of time) for about 12 years, probably without ever being let out to fly. They are now safely in Palomacy foster care and where that will all change! We will find out more about these sweet doves over time, but for now they will have food, space to fly, and lots of love in foster care until their forever home is found! If you would like to give these doves the home they deserve where they can live out the rest of their lives with love, space, and attention, please apply online to adopt!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Atom w/Scoop
Sex:	Female
Age:	17 years
Breed:	Dove

Name:	Taylor w/Casper
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 10-2019: We are happy to announce that lifelong bachelor, Taylor, has fallen in love with and married ladybird, Casper! The pair would love to find their forever home in a predator proof, outdoor aviary, or in your home! Consider adopting and watch their love unfold!

Taylor was rescued from Oakland Animal Services and went straight into a foster to adopt situation where 3 lone bachelor birds anxiously awaited her arrival. She is being courted, but has not accepted advances at this time. She is enjoying flock life in a safe, predator proof aviary in the mean time. Hopefully Taylor will get married and be adopted very soon!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Layla w/ Sam
Sex:	Male
Age:	6 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update: Layla is now married to a gorgeous fellow King named Sam and is residing in a volunteer's foster home!

Update 6/15/21: Layla has been a resident of Palomacy's foster aviary at Ploughshares Nursery in Alameda for a few years now. He's a great guy who's just married a sweet hen named Popcorn. These two are ready for a forever home!

Hi, my name is Layla and I'm a very low maintenance King Pigeon. I was found at the Powell St. BART Station and a kind lady rescued me. I am currently in Palomacy foster care getting used to people and how to wear pigeon pants! I am still shy around people, but my foster mom is working on that with me every day. I don't require much. I often hang out and sleep on top of my cage. I'm a mellow little birb! If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out the foster/adoption application online.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Terrence w/ Dill
Sex:	Male
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Big King pigeon man Terrence usually never has a feather out of place except he did on picture day! He's a big strong bachelor bird, a survivor of the squab industry & an inhumane release. He would so love to have a home to call his own!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cornell
Sex:	Male
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Cornell is a very handsome little Roller pigeon with a spiffy crest & lots of pet potential. He's a lonesome bachelor & would really love to get married & adopted.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Vernon w/Reggie
Sex:	Male
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 3/11/34: Vernon has married a sweet little hen named Reggie! They are available for adoption together.

Update 12/01/23 Dear little Vernon has been widowed and is sad and grieving his beloved late wife Jeannie. He is the tiniest little pigeon with the biggest heart. He's a GREAT husbird and who gets to marry him will be a very lucky ladybird.

Update 1/11/23: Very tiny adorable Vernon is so happy to be married to sweet special Jeannie (one-leg) & living the VIP life indoors with her & their foster family. This is the sweetest, most adoptable little pair of pigeon pets!

Vernon is an itty-bitty little Roller pigeon man who is super cute & also very shy. He would be so happy to have a lady pigeon to love & a home to call his own!Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Norman w/Serafina
Sex:	Male
Age:	9 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Norman is a big strong King pigeon with beautiful dark brown eyes. He is married to Serafina. They are aviary birds who would take patience to socialize.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Serafina w/Norman
Sex:	Female
Age:	9 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Serafina is a lovely pigeon whose bright white feathers are offset with a couple of black markings, including one on the tip of her beak. She & her mate Norman are shy aviary birds who would take patience to socialize.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Cooper w/Swan
Sex:	Male
Age:	7 years
Breed:	Pigeon

11/15/19 Update: Cooper's beautiful wife Boba passed away as a result of reproductive disease & subsequent kidney failure. Despite her illness, they were comfy & happy (thanks to their foster volunteer & avian vets) & honeymooning right up till the end. The widower Cooper is now single & in time, will remarry.

Cooper is a very sweet, soulful pigeon who is very happy to be married to Boba (also a pigeon racing survivor). Cooper & his rescue-pal Wicket were "surplus" racing pigeons that were sold for use as "dog birds" (to train hunting dogs). Their wings & tail were cut as short as possible, the shortest I've ever seen. They couldn't even jump up on the low ledge in my aviary. They were found stray in a South Bay parking lot (likely bought & "released" where feral pigeons live by someone thinking they'd be able to survive, they wouldn't have). They were very lucky to be rescued in time & taken to the Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley who helped them until Palomacy could take them into foster care. Pigeon racing kills birds in lots of different ways. #FlyYourOwnDamnRacePlease apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Batman w/ Alba
Sex:	Male
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 2/9/2021: We're so happy that Batman has found love again with the recent rescue 8Ball. With names like that, we wonder what these two will get up to!

Batman is a big, beautiful, 50 shades of gunmetal gray racing-type pigeon (we think). He's much bigger than a wild Rock Pigeon though he has the familiar "blue check" coloration. He and another big racing type pigeon (Mocha) were left on the doorstep of a pigeon lover who took them in until she had to give up her flock. Batman has been a member of our foster flock at Ploughshares Nursery for several years. He is a recent widower, having lost his beloved mate, Max, in December 2020.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/

Name:	Zee
Sex:	Male
Age:	10 years
Breed:	Pigeon

Update 6/1/23: Sweet old King pigeon Zee has been widowed once again. His mate Adele passed this spring & he is single. He's a silver fox for sure but hale & hearty, young at heart. He would love to get adopted & married.

Update 1/11/23: Big old man King pigeon Zee has remarried since his beloved Mango passed & is now very happily married to the widow Adele.

Mango & Zee are big, beautiful King pigeons. They are all white, full of sass and beans. They are a very devoted couple.Please apply to adopt http://www.pigeonrescue.org/birds/apply-to-foster-or-adopt/