Racing pigeon can no longer fly. So this woman adopted him.

[@PrettierAfter50]

Pigeons are overlooked just as much as pigs, cows, goats and all farmed animals! Thank you for rescuing him! What an awesome creature!

[@sniffles8655]

I swear at first I read that as "Pigeons are overcooked just as much as pigs, cows....." 😅😅😅

[@parimalachatchewan8122]

I totally agree…I rescued one and keep it as my pet for 5.1/2 years and my pet pass away last year in August…keeping beautiful memories inside me…

[@kepnith]

@@sniffles8655 LOL

[@wendylinton453]

She is a pretty little pigeon .God Bless for looking after her.

[@-AAH-]

Yeah, cows are like big dogs who eat vegetarian :p

[@melissas7589]

I had a pigeon for 13 years growing up. They are incredibly smart...and pecky, lol it was a good experience, RIP Pidge!

[@VonSolo5]

🙏🏼💖

[@Nelis1992]

RIP Pidge

[@uabir8338]

I've raised them with my mom for about 18 years. I have a video of my last birb when she was 14 years old on this account. She lived like a queen 😁 They are the best ❤️❤️❤️

[@lynnlynn9124]

I rescued one who had gotten slightly injured, when I saw a car hit him. I was young and didn't know too much about them. He could turn his head almost 360°, so I named him Pigeon Ex after the exorcist movie where the girl could spin her head around. My mom made me let him go when he was feeling better, but I don't think he wanted to leave.

[@The.Original.Potatocakes]

Too bad you couldn’t get him into a Pidgeot! Needs more EXP points. Rip Mr. Pidgey.

[@PartTimeJedi]

We found a white racing pigeon in the parking lot of a local pharmacy trying to drink water out of a crack in the pavement. When we walked by she ran over to us and started following us. She let us pick her up and we could see she was not a wild pigeon, all white with 2 small black spots on her back and tail. She also wasnt banded. We took her home as we have a heated Ringneck Dove Aviary in our house. We named her Beauty and she has a Dove mate and is living the good life with us now.

[@susir2758]

Thank you so much for your kindness. I have 13 parrots at home, 12 are rescues. They are budgies, cockatiel and green cheek conure. (I live in Australia)

[@nmtsaki]

So many people would have went running in fear from a pigeon chasing them. I have picked up injured pigeons/doves also and taken to vets or rehabbers because of my experience with my dove. Such sweet and gentle creatures. I hope Beauty is ecstatically happy with her mate!!!

[@tasmiahrizu9306]

Hi i always wondered what a dove and pigeon mix breed will look like. Can you tell me?

[@voyaristika5673]

There's so many uncanny animal findings, like it can't be coincidence. She was in the parking lot you drove to, then she followed you, and you just happen to have an aviary....come on! This was pre-planned and meant to be, I swear. I'm so glad Beauty is in such a wonderful home living her best life with all that love. Bless you. ❤

[@BlondeCherry]

Thank God for rare great people like you

[@noodles169]

Honestly, pigeons make absolutely wonderful companions. Once they attach to you, the amount of love they show, is incredible. They are also extremely protective, of their human family ❤️🐦❤️

[@pengwan50]

Aww how sweet gatecrasher thanks for saying that 😊

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Love their song ! The cooing is relaxing and pretty. I hope it means their happy !🕊🕊🕊💖💖

[@nmtsaki]

My dove was always laughing.

[@Skvalpenotta]

While watching this, my pet pigeon came to me and huddled up under my chin to get cuddles. They really are amazing pets :)

[@pengwan50]

Aww the deep end how cute I wish I had. Pet pigeon I've saved three now two were young ones bless them the last one I travelled at night for 2+ hours to the rescue centre by train bus and walking getting lost on the way and was worried he would freeze so I took my jacket off put it over the shoebox I was nearly crying thinking what if he/she died it didn't they collected it from me when I finally found the meeting place I got home 1am (partly walking) they told me it survived ! In fact all of the pigeons survived.

[@dertreffer]

pigeons are so unbelievable underrated animals, thats for sure 😘

[@Saxeh]

Oh wow, I had no idea they could live up to 20 years. Hopefully he'll be your companion for many happy years to come!

[@IceQueenNL]

a white pet pigeon of an old co-worker of mine died at age 32, which is extremely old. She looked around for oldest pet pigeon information on the internet at some point after his death and too bad she didn't have an official birth certificate, else he would be the oldest one registered so far and get into the world guiness book of records.

[@vladimiryablokov3829]

I had one who lived 23 years (but the last two years completely blind). They are extreme ages and in captivity (good nutrition, security and care). In the wild, they live little, mainly due to predators. But this pigeon, protagonist of the video, is really amazing and special because of its behavior and expressiveness.

[@nmtsaki]

I had a mourning dove for 27 years; he was given to me as a gift from one of my students who raised them. It is amazing how much personality they have. Pearly was very gentle, and always cooing. He hated my cat (who would hang out under his cage) and my whippet (who would poke her head in his cage). He loved my greyhound though, and would pick his tail fur when he was out and about. The greyhound just ignored him. When I let Pearly out of his cage, the cat and whippet would go running, because Pearly chased them down!! Always funny. So glad you are giving Wednesday a good home, and be prepared, he may live longer than 20!

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

That's such a sweet story! I love the mix of species and breeds you had. A mix between dozy and crazy! ❤ As a greyhound mum of more years than I care to mention, it's very much an individual dog's temperament as to how good they are with other animals. Racers tend to only grow up with humans and hounds. Any number of my dogs haven't known what another breed of dog actually is! Our current boy would be more like yours despite being a racer. Unless there's a squirrel - they confuse him lol. (He's adorable but as thick as a brick! 😂) He's the most popular dog in the village with other dogs of every breed! There are even a few dogs (mostly smaller ones) who will bark and snarl at anything else, especially bigger dogs, but they all run to him and initiate play! Thanks for sharing your memories 😊

[@LostHorizon52]

Wednesday is so adorable and I just love how bonded he is with his lovely adopted Mom, and how much she loves and adores him 💞💞💞💞

[@margaretszuky7065]

**WOW!! I DIDN'T KNOW THAT PIGEONS CAN LIVE UP TO 20YRS!! HE'S BEAUTIFUL + YOU ARE A LUCKY LADY, MY FRIEND!!

[@ediekoller1144]

Great story. I have been a bird owner for 25 yrs having rescued a 3 month old cockatiel who can no longer fly and eye tumor and is blind in one eye. I call him my "baby" and he is very spoiled. I also have had many parakeets over the years and have owned two dogs. and one cat.

[@deborahtoupin6800]

I got a pigeon who was following a man at 11 p.m., wow, I said I can take him ! Wonderful, gentle, smart- neighbor put " Oogles' outside when I was at work-so I fed all pigeons every day since, have new friends too. BLESSINGS- LOVE YOU & YR BIRD.

[@anntrope491]

♡☆♡ Sweet little pidgin boy...♡☆♡ glad he found a safe place to land...in your heart ♡☆♡

[@happydays5989]

Birds are such wonderful pets, they honestly are just like a cat or dog. I love how they snuggle in your neck ♥️♥️♥️

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

My cockatiel liked to sit on my shoulder, kind of under my ear and hair. He'd give me a kiss once in a while. I'm thinking it's a bit warmer there, too.

[@crystalphillips696]

He is so beautiful I'm so glad you adopted him.

[@pianogirl7798]

So beautiful! I can understand your love 🕊

[@kuli858]

I just love people that allow animals to be a huge part of thier lives, and take CARE of them like they would treat their own kids.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Loved this, that is a lucky bird for sure. GREAT news :: many humane societies, shelters, rescues HAVE pigeons for adoption. Great way to give one a good life and have a lovely animal.

[@marie-christinemontegu9503]

Tous les Êtres sont émouvants remplis de l’amour qu’ils nous donnent. Il est adorable. 🙏🙏🙏. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@ninanord5256]

each animal / living being has its own personality. whether bird, mammal, fish or whatever. . . . the human needs only the patience, time and - especially LOVE to want to discover this personality. . . . so I think at least. . . . . who thinks the same way ?

[@TheBezaleel]

Well stated, animals just need to be treated with respect. I grew up with German Shepards, had cats all my life, spent 8 years working as a volunteer at a wild bird sanctuary. The last 23 years worked with hawks, falcons and owls (ten years teaching in education with my animals) as a Professional falconer. Every person and every animal is unique (and charachterful). As the saint Francis of Assisi staed 'they are our brothers and sisters'. Best wishes from the UK.

[@lt.ripley1590]

Yes I agree. They are sentient beings capable of huge ranges of emotion. Probably more than us sometimes. I hate the way people treat them without caring, without love and treat them like possessions to torture and hurt. Yes they are unique and wonderful ALL animals. IT annoys me when people call some vile person an animal. No love you'll find that's a human. So well said Nina Nord. Beautifully put.

[@ninanord5256]

@@lt.ripley1590 hello you, of course I agree with you, because I love how you think and certainly act. should you have the opportunity to take care of abused and/or abandoned animals, you will certainly know this wonderful feeling when such a poor abused animal "thaws out" = means to say, when it shows its true nature, i.e. plays, cuddles, completely fearless in the house moved etc.! 🙋‍♀👍🌞best regards to you - nina

[@ninanord5256]

@@TheBezaleeldear Douglas, that sounds wonderful how your life has gone so far. I imagine that you are very content and happy and definitely love going to "work" terribly. you know, as a child it was my dream to be able to "work" with animals one day, but unfortunately fate decided otherwise. but at least i've been able to fulfill my dreams of rescuing abused animals in my own way. I wish you a lot of fun with your work and send best regards 🤗😃🍀 nina

[@jase123111]

Yes, animals always surprise me with how complex and intelligent they can be. Even animals I myself would have considered dumb or only acting on instincts, like my pet snakes... they really do have unique personalities and sometimes show behaviour that is not expected of them at all, like curling up on my tummy under my T shirt and going to sleep, or following me around the house like a dog!!

[@eg1197]

He's a beautiful unique ❤ looking pigeon. So sweet and cute in his own way.

[@quashiesuzanne]

Love them, their colors and movement!

[@The6thelement9413]

Thank you! They are great pets. He’s beautiful. ♥️

[@lisabelle7553]

Pigeons are coveted in turkey by many pigeon lovers. The one place they are not overlooked. Turkey loves animals and pigeons are among them. God bless you for rescuing him!

[@pudletwoshoes5880]

Awwww. I love the sound pigeons make when they breathe out of their little nostrils. The underside of their little feet is slightly soft and you can feel it warm up against your hand when they sit on you. They are so soft! I. Used to feed the pigeons and there was one who would come and perch on my finger whilst munching the seeds from the bowl. I would carefully extend a finger and stroke his underside =)

[@pattibrooks1907]

This lady is so sweet to adopt this pigeon who cant fly now its a happy pigeon has a good Mommy !

[@robinsydney140]

It gives me so much joy to hear that there are people who do really care for pigeons (and pigs and farm animals in general). Wednesday is adorable. And, yes, you are absolutely right: he has so much personality. I love birds. They are my favorite animal. I hope he has many, many, many wonderful years with your also wonderful family. God bless!!!🕊❤

[@karenpokorny77]

I used to work downtown and many injured pigeons came home with me so I could get them to a rehabber. They were all so sweet and gentle.

[@dawnshimmerglow2259]

all animals deserve happiness and safety. bless all animal lovers and rescuers.

[@lorispicer4598]

I rescued a pigeon from a store window, they got stuck n couldnt get out n had an infected wing. I tried to nurse it back to health but it needed more care so i took it to a wildlife rehabilitation centre n they got it better. It had a snowy white head like yours does. They told me they let them go back to wild with other birds as flock mates. I didnt realize how long they could live though. Love ur baby bird, they deserve all the love u can give them💞🕊🐾👍

[@claudettenicholson5183]

Channels like this one are important to show we can and should be friends with all species of the world.💞

[@jenniferann6956]

You’re so kind ! Thank you for giving him a loving home!!! 🐦🥰😍 I love pigeons! I always try to feed them when I see them on the streets ❤️🐦 me and my fiancé feed street pigeons together too 🐦❤️🐦

[@m.k.1543]

I just love him!! I love pigeons and seagulls and i never knew how much i could absolutely adore to their core… chickens. Once i got chickens I was like oh yeah. These are my winged babies!!

[@Secret-sw8ih]

Oh wow! Amazing. 20 years..oh. Best wishes with him. Cute guy 😁

[@LFetterman7903]

This is SO heartwarming!! He is so precious! Bless you all!

[@galahadgarza6905]

After seeing how you saved Wednesday, you are my favorite person in the whole world!

[@coramcdonald509]

This is why I just love everything that lives ( maybe hornets and parasites aren't high on the list) . But everything and everyone is special in their own way and deserve love just as much. Thank you

[@anitacoogan4822]

He is beautiful, a co-worker I know has 'pigeon pants' for their bird. A Freind & I rescue songbirds that hit the glass skyscrapers in Newark NJ, TRT made a video named 'Window Strikes in the Business District' of us picking up injured Warblers. In Newark most songbirds that hit the glass skyscrapers perish on impact, or when fall to the cement pavement. We rarely find pigeons hitting the Glass Skyscrapers, the 2 injured pigeons we did find were white fancy pigeons that people let go at weddings. Read the reason the homers fly home is that they miss their family (mate & babies). Good book 'Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga of the World's Most Revered and Reviled Bird ' by Andrew D. Blechman, I was not a pigeon fan but this book was very interesting, and I become more aware of how amazing these birds are

[@spacecat3198]

I hate that whole wedding thing where they release the birds. Many don’t make it. Not a great way to start a marriage eg birds and flowers because flowers decay and the birds can be killed or injured.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Thank You for rescuing them, I doubt many even know this could be done. And recommending the book.

[@nmtsaki]

I always thought the white pigeons let go at weddings were homing pigeons. So sad that they may not be able to make it home when released at weddings. This practice should be banned; in fact anything involving live animals like this should be banned

[@nmtsaki]

I think I’m going to get this book, thanks for the heads up! I learned a lot about doves (vey similar in behavior to pigeons) when I had my two

[@1jazzyphae]

I always wanted a pigeon. I always rescue injured wild ones. They are so well mannered and beyond sweet. I just adore them

[@catcar8212]

I think it's amazing when people end up with the pet that really suits them! Lots of love in this family! Hi from Connecticut.🌷🌷

[@MoriAnimations]

I knew from the thumbnail this was Wednesday!! I love him so much. He's the perfect shape.

[@michelehemlokhexwhite4310]

My parrot is also a Wednesday 😄 He's so beautiful. Have a wonderful life together ❤🐦

[@terrideacon5480]

Bless his heart he's adorable I'm glad you got him I'm sure he's happy ❤❤❤

[@gabriellakaterina6782]

What a sweetheart he is... Thank you so much for saving this little feather-ball... You're a great fur-baby (feather) parent!

[@abdellahchakhmane7783]

So cute the pigeon and the woman

[@others4028]

Love animals. Thank you for giving him a good home and colorful life after everything he had been through.

[@pontevedra660]

Do not know why we have been living without animals in our life, but believe that we were always meant to live together, they enrich our lives, they give us joy, so much joy!!!

[@Victoria-qf2pk]

I love pigeons, I feed them daily, even before myself, they’re incredibly intelligent, and each of them are different, if I don’t feed one of them it walks up to my patio window and stares at me haha

[@r.blacky341]

I hope there life 30 years with you,20 years when there life out side,30years when he lifes at your perfect forever home for him!! Sorry for my bad english best wish Reiner from Germany

[@CTX700girl]

He’s one beautiful happy bird.

[@avacat8852]

super cute!! I love pigeons, too!!! 💖🕊

[@ImpyTheWildSeagull]

God bless that beautiful pigeon and his mommy 💕

[@-scrim]

i wish all animals got help like this! :(

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

maybe one day you will be that help ! Even posting good information, pigeon news, etc. can help.

[@kataiga]

All animals have this kind of personality when you get to know them !!

[@sarahmcfadden8990]

My neighbor took in a stray cat and thought it was female and named her Annie. Turns out it's a boy (the vet thinks he was fixed at a VERY young age) and they just decided to keep the name anyway.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

yes, and Wednesday isn't just a female name. IMO

[@OMalleyTheMaggot]

1:38 Look at him he's so happy!

[@nancyoffenhiser4916]

I Love Pigeons and can't wait to get one!! Wednesday is beautiful. I would be talking about him all day long too so don't feel bad about that.

[@frankcastle6003]

he is beautiful

[@vavanz]

Pigeons are great pets! ❤🤗❤

[@cynthusinfinite]

Yep. Love pigeons. So smart and engaging. Their heads are 1/2 heart shape and when you hold up the birdie their 2 wings shaped like a heart. When 2 pigeons make out they lock beaks making their 2 heads together heart shaped. Nothing absolutely nothing melts my heart like a pigeon. I hear you girl. Enjoy.

[@Rafviel]

My family rescued a baby sparrow that had fallen out of its nest when I was a little kid. Unfortunately, having him was not a good experience! We had limited resources on knowing how to care for him (the internet was not as easily accessible as it is today), and I had a lot of resentment towards him because he literally NEVER stopped making noise (and I am extremely sensitive to sounds). I really thought I would never own another bird ever again. Well, fast forward about 20 years and now I own two adorable green cheek conures. I knew we needed to do things much better than we did previously, so my partner and I spent two years doing research on conures before we adopted them and frequently visited pet shops to get acclimated to the sounds again. I’m so sorry to that baby sparrow for not getting better care, but really grateful I am older and wise enough now to do it right this time around. Our birds are very happy and extremely loved, but they can be tricky pets for non-experienced folk. Please do your research before adoption, unless, of course, it’s some kind of critical situation (in which you might have to pick up knowledge along the way in order to rescue the bird).

[@xxlightclawx]

I love pigeons, I adopted a pair from great Lakes pigeon rescue as well, their names are sweetie and bond. They're one of the most lovely pets I've had.

[@DannyDevitoOffical-TrustMeBro]

My mom calls pigeons-specifically the ones found in cities-the rats of the bird world. But ever since watching animaniacs, I think they’re the cutest berbs ever❤️

[@kekedream]

I didn't know pigeons could look that unique! He's a cutie and I love his name 💚

[@marinemom351]

So cute. Thanks for sharing his story. I will look at pigeons in a whole new wonderful way.

[@ellabeyer7035]

Hes a beautiful boy. Thanks for sharing!

[@bittycavmart4874]

Es un palomito con personalidad atrevida y la niña de los ojos de mami.

[@ooman56]

22 years ago my husband found a pigeon on the side of the road. He couldn't fly and he was walking in circles around a sewer drain. The vet said his wing was broken in such a way that he'd never survive in the wild, he never did fly straight after that. So we kept him. When he was young, he loved to run through our pizzas we made at home, before they went in the oven. He sat on my husband's head to watch TV and ran along the back of the couch and would peck our ears. Don is still with us. He's been better than a dog for alerting us to things going on outside. He's demanding, not the least bit affectionate, but he's extremely intelligent and bossy, we'll miss him dearly when he finally leaves us. We're so glad we got to know about pigeons, just like you and your feathered baby. Wishing you many happy years!

[@joycegausmann5840]

Wonderful loving story. You rule! 💖

[@eagleeye2300]

I really, really love the coo...What a beautiful bird.

[@valerieobrien5521]

Every creature is unique. I believe they all go to Heaven. The Bible says " Let everything that has BREATH .... praise the Lord ." !

[@Loveofpets]

He is so beautiful 😍

[@Patrilafea]

I love pigeons too.

[@AzlianaLyana]

What a unique name - Wednesday👆😁 Live to the fullest little one.

[@Guinnivere]

I think you are wonderful and you just taught me something I didnt know about pigeons. The Native American culture believes that every living being has a soul and a personality and I agree.

[@lynnlynn9124]

They are so amazing and intelligent! I hate when people speak of them as if they're pests, when they're probably more intelligent than the person saying it. They would patiently wait their turns, when I would feed them downtown. They would like up on my arm, and when there was no more space, some would rest on another's back, like double decker pigeons. My friend didn't believe me, so I took him w me the next week so he could see and video it for himself.

[@marykaywilson8821]

He is beautiful!

[@joannemurdock7899]

U R a kind lady! Beautiful story! 💕💙💜🙏🥰from Australia

[@crystalheart9]

He is the cutest pigeon ever!

[@miaeade3148]

God bless you for seeing his beauty ❤️

[@lauracarrow3691]

He is gorgeous!

[@atis9061]

What a beauty!

[@bebabajalski5830]

pigeons are adorable birds❤

[@yasminbarkho3623]

He is beautiful i feed about 70 pigeons daily i love all animals❤❤❤❤🤗

[@tofujelly]

People don't understand or appreciate pigeons. They are incredibly gentle animals and they don't carry disease contrary to popular belief. They are intelligent and loving.

[@noheapai4145]

All animals are overlooked. They are all super intelligent. It’s our human belief that we are superior to them that makes us surprised when we see such intelligence coming from a different species. If we all took the time to be with nature we’d all realize we are no different then them.

[@cuteduckdontlie4636]

So precious ❤️ 🐦 lots of blessings 🙏🏻

[@suzanneta8]

He's a cutie pie!

[@debbieschultz9768]

I’m so glad I watch this video. I love learning new things about animals. ❤️

[@enricotoesca3941]

Very sweet ❤️❤️❤️

[@kayblue1472]

I found my little guy 5 years ago n he’s my best friend he’s been sick but always pulls threw he loves his flock n we love him you can see him in pro🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

Super, bardzo fajny i ciekawy film. Pozdrawiam serdecznie !☺

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Czesc 😊😊

[@Monicalala]

Wednesday is awesome!

[@francedoumenjou8001]

Votre vidéo.est super....la vie de ce joli pigeon est .heureuse ... .il.est très drôle .....merci...🌼🏵🌹👏👍👐👐👐😁

[@wendylinton453]

One of the bonuses with pigeons is their poop ..it is brilliant for the garden..and growing veg and plants actually sells in bags after cleaning top of local Church so make sure to dig it into your garden and reap the benefits all for free..phosphate. potassium and bone meal..the famous three..

[@myfirstloopfavourite47]

So pretty 😍 Thank you! 💞

[@cecillbill]

I love when she showed her tattoo of him and he's like, "Yeah, that's me. I'm the love of her life!"

[@shendaraalshedir1933]

Pigeons, seagulls & rats/mice-- they are all very maligned in general and NONE of it is warranted. Every Animal has a soul & character & every Animal life matters & deserves to be treated with respect. We demand it for ourselves, but we shouldn't get it until we treat other lifeforms the same! Wishing you many long happy healthy years together with Wednesday, the little sweetheart!!🤗💖🐾🌈🇨🇦☮️

[@ninapearman]

Pigeons are awesome 💗.

[@catherinebrady2640]

Thanks for sharing this informative love story!

[@brittagruber7080]

😍♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🐥♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🐥🐥🐥♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🥰🙏 ANIMALS are sooooo wonderful 👱🏼‍♀️👋🏻🥰🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🐥🐥🐥♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️