Pigeon loses ability to fly. He adapts by becoming one of the dogs.

[@socialNrocker]

This lady literally gave Herman’s life a purpose. So cute.

[@foofookachoo1136]

She is SUCH a GREAT human being!!!

[@sovereignboss1841]

@@foofookachoo1136 yes she is better than most of the politicians

[@KaiNLinda]

Glorious purpose!

[@jecinhabibsaba1871]

Yeah true

[@socialNrocker]

@@sovereignboss1841 all of them xD

[@alexia3552]

This bird is definitely convinced he runs a puppy rescue and he’s not wrong

[@delilahoneill2941]

I love your reply when I read it I totally agree he's running the show

[@MultiMolly21]

How do they know the sex of Herman? I think he's a girl. Hannah. Herlady.

[@SPD87327]

@@MultiMolly21 just like any male or female… they looked under

[@mischiefthedegenerateratto7464]

@@MultiMolly21 pretty sure if they had him for years and he didn't lay eggs then he's a boy

[@ТамараКипарис-я7т]

Вы ошибаетесь,птица больна чумкой и ее крутит,тянет шейный нерв.Ее нужно поместит в помещение без сквозняков и давать водный раствор,на один стакан вода 500 мл т.е.полграмма витамина С. Хорошо чтобы она могла подходить к батарее Она будет греть шейку,а когда ей будет жарко будет уходить.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

The world needs more people like this lady.

[@alfredo5189]

Stop saying that and be one of them instead -some random dude

[@TheKat1959]

Sincerely 🌎❤️😊

[@wildlifeshorts3475]

I am this lady

[@eggbrain277]

@@wildlifeshorts3475 Fancy seeing you here, I'm the pigeon 🐦

[@returnedtheslab2126]

@@alfredo5189 stfu

[@gillistenbroeke3556]

He looks incredibly healthy, feathers look amazing and super water proof, he is happy and most importantly part of a family. Well done! Birds are awesome cuddly smart family members.

[@Trund27]

Oh, yes. He’s gorgeous and so well cared for!

[@marcycat]

I love this. Herman is a service bird for the other creatures. He has a very purposeful life thanks to you.

[@gentlemanman6600]

“I would say this lady deserves a reward but she already has a Herman “.

[@arianjaun]

Ok yeah you got me

[@larrytakesover8984]

@@arianjaun are you herman?

[@laurels2004]

@ Inspirational monke Very clever...LOL 🤣🤣🤣

[@larrytakesover8984]

@@laurels2004 dang that took me too long to understand 😂🤦

[@laurels2004]

@@larrytakesover8984 What didn’t you understand?

[@jesspavlichenko5745]

I think that because they are so common, people don't really pay attention to how pretty pigeons are. Plump, full bodies, rainbow sheen necks, an array of complementary darks... They're gorgeous birds, and Herman is quite handsome! Thank you for giving him a home and safety. It's sad that he will never be able to experience the joy of flying, but he seems to have discovered a whole new world on the ground

[@chaoswitheris463]

yeah, it's so sad how humans bred them and took them everywhere and then abandoned them :(

[@aikonriche]

Why can't it fly? I has wings.

[@johnjacob688]

@@aikonriche Deaf people have ears, blind people have eyes, mute people have mouths, paralyzed people have legs...

[@clairecurtis6639]

Beautifully said.xx🇬🇧

[@JWildberry]

@@aikonriche She said he probably survived a virus, but he might also have flown into something and hit his head. That can cause neurological damage, which in turn can cause a head tilt, balance issues and an inability to fly, along with a whole range of other things.

[@voyaristika5673]

What a special boy Herman is. I've never in my long life seen the words 'spoiled' and 'pigeon' together. I love it! Thank you for loving little sweet Herman ❤

[@crashoverride2345]

I never realized how beautiful pigeons are. It's really amazing to see him be so nurturing to another species. He's honestly better at it than a lot of people are.

[@gamesmoney1025]

Oh yeah. I once had a flock of pigeons on my arm and completely surrounding me as I was feeding them. Just like most animals, they can sense when a human isn't going to harm them. Although I had to wash my jacket afterward...lol

[@medianoche3]

They're rock doves mate, they just weren't fortunate enough to be the white doves that everyone loves. One of the most intelligent birds out there though, shame they get a bad rap as "flying rats" (At least in the states).

[@stirlingarcher7972]

@@medianoche3humans domesticated them then left them to fend for themselves when they were no longer needed

[@ladybugjess272]

They really do have gorgeous color patterns.

[@m0-m0597]

how about you get some friends or something

[@anatureperson5551]

Lady with a big heart.

[@shobhaalfred7391]

Very true. Very few humans can give love to just any living thing ...it's rare. So u r truly amazing. N that's good karma for u! Love from India❤️

[@johannmuster9726]

bigeon heart

[@Robert_Manners]

Absolutely, what a wonderful and amazing story by a wonderful and amazing lady.

[@amirahkhan3688]

Bird with a big heart ♥️

[@anatureperson5551]

@@amirahkhan3688 yes!

[@breadandcircus1]

Such a sweet story. Thank you for saving his life

[@evamarek5205]

Exactly! And he's just gorgeous with those colours and markings. A handsome fellow in a loving family! God bless!!!

[@margotann9361]

Outstanding. What one person can do by simply being kind. God bless her and her husband.

[@janicesullivan8942]

It looks like Herman is sitting on puppies like he would on chicks, if he were in a nest. Sweet fellow, cute puppies.

[@Nobody-dm2ol]

Yes, go vegan 🌱

[@janicesullivan8942]

@Wanga Dang Having a pigeon in the house is not everyone’s vision of a pet, but why do you care, it’s not your “flying rat?”

[@charlielondon722]

Thank you Herman for giving those pups love and warmth and everyone that met you a smile 🐸🙏♥️👍

[@angierodriguez4729]

People who show so much kindness to animals really warm my heart ♥️

[@g.e131]

Same ❤. But when people show so much kindness towards one another it warms my heart even more.

[@smitha1867]

Yupp same ❤️

[@matt8239]

@@g.e131 irrelevant comment to make

[@stephanietribuna8591]

It is because they have an abundance of compassion and love for our beautiful animals/birdal friends. Beautiful. Animals have so much to offer, it is almost hard to describe. Thankfully, I have lived with animals all my life - @ over 60 years. They are as important to me as oxygen. Not kidding. Never be without them.

[@petronelabotgros4102]

I love animals too. I saved two pidgies And tgey live with me in my small apartment . Pidgeons are șo hated for no Reason 😢😢😢

[@dawnkormendi7225]

I have a pigeon like this, living with us for 6 yrs now. Found her the same way. She now has her own room in the winter time, and her own backyard enclosure in the summer 😍

[@eddypuentes6155]

I also had had male pigeon except I raised it since it was little. It fell to the ground from what seemed to be it's nest and a blue Jay was attacking it. I ran down stairs from the 2nd floor of where I used to live and scared that mother f-ing blue Jay away. Who knew that blue Jays were so vicious towards a harmless defenseless pigeon baby chick. Had I nor intervene I can say with certainty it would die on that very same spot it fell cause that blue Jay was attacking it. I was so mad. I said to the blue Jay: I hope a hawk has you for lunch 😠. That baby pigeon used to chirp like a baby chick 🐤 as a newborn pigeon it sounded just like a chicken coop at a farm. I loved that pigeon very much 😢😭. At first I thought it was female so I gave it a female name. 😅 I was wrong all along it turned out to be a male pigeon. My dad scared it away cause he would not stop complaining about the poop on the floor and it didn't came back until after 6 months later. A lady in the 3rd floor thought it was odd that a pigeon was so tame so she put some rice in her hand and tge pigeon came to her and ate from her hand. She realized it was one of those raised by humans. One day it came back to the 2nd floor and I recognized it right away. He was a very handsome white cock with a few black feathers. When my dad saw it for the first time in 6 months he tried grabbing it. It never lety dad grab him only me and my sister. My dad kept trying to grab it but it never let him eventually my dad scared him sway after every attempt of trying to grab him. The reason why that pigeon didn't let my dad grab it is because he hated my dad. He remembered how many times my dad complained about the poop on the floor and he also remembered how many times my dad said he was fed up with the poop in the floor that he just wanted to get rid of it. My dad would not stop complaining much 🙄about the poop on the floor and just wanted to get rid of it. Pigeons have an extraordinary memory. He knew my dad didn't like him at first. I guess you can say my dad wasn't his cup of tea. Birds know who likes them or not and birds have their very unique personality. Moral of the story don't say mean stuff around birds cause they'll take it personal. That's my story.

[@HornyIndianMan]

God looks down and sees people freezing to death on the street and goes "YUCK! Let's find us a VERY lucky Pidgeon to smile on today!"

[@sparkysmalarkey]

@@HornyIndianMan We are meant to tender all life on this planet, and we (those of us with means) are failing to do our jobs. That doesn't take away from the compassion displayed in this video. We need to see how it's done to get the confidence to try it. Compassion literally means "to suffer with" and this video is a fine example.

[@Mr.Anders0n_]

@@HornyIndianMan "it's better to light a candle than to curse the darkness"

[@GodisMyNo1]

I love pigeons so much. They steaI your heart

[@rainahh3845]

Speaking as a bird owner-- I can see just how much Herman loves her. He's giving her what I call lovey eyes, that look when he squints up at her with a tilted head. It warms my heart when my little bird gives me those eyes when I scritch her, and it warms my heart to see Herman do it too. 💓

[@lilygg8018]

Birds are the best!

[@backapalanka8406]

Aym 2 Pigeon beutiful slip home. Love animal 🕊️🕊️🕊️🦉🐦🦜

[@theintr00dr48]

Yep haha, I scratch the super soft plumage and "birb spot" and my herb 🌿, just closes his eyes it's so adorable

[@ToxicallyMasculinelol]

I'm pretty sure his head is tilted because of a neurological disease. that's why he can only walk in circles. it's like when a stroke paralyzes half of your face or body

[@guinevereh3504]

@@theintr00dr48 Please forgive me when I ask - but you have at least two birds, right? Because they also need each other ...

[@whitebeardskydaddy6756]

I'm an old rough beardy hillbilly dude. That is about the most precious thing I've ever seen and cuts into my heart. Talk about 'finding purpose' in life! Flying around and being a pigeon isn't very glamorous, but what Herman's doing IS! Good on this lady for keeping and caring for him. Love.

[@CK_Loves_Tea]

A couple of cities have managed to completely erase “problem” pigeons… by giving them quality food & roosts. Their guano is not destructive when they’re properly fed - they even help new plants to grow. Their comfort means there’s less pressure to reproduce, which controls the population, & they’re a pleasure to be around. Compassion is a very effective solution to so many problems. Thanks for sharing Herman.

[@miyounova]

that's really interesting! Do you know which cities did this? I would love to look into it.

[@adroharv9213]

Yes indeed. I also find animals take well to when treated more like how you would behave in human company. It's not immediate of course but over time they respond more as if there's a real connection and not a barrier

[@YKnossos]

@d R Their "guano" in some environs become incredibly toxic. The birds can have a habit of roosting in areas where they end up covering entire areas in their waste. I don't mind these birds, but where I work we had to do preventive measures to get them to stop roosting in our main walking way. They would poop on customers, and their poop got all over the walk-way to the point that you couldn't even take strollers down it without the wheels getting covered. There are actually many places nearby far better for them to roost in, including forests. At least our methods were non-violent, and simply remove access to those spaces they were using. I keep hoping the flock will go to one of the much healthier places nearby that they could be using.

[@e-spy]

"compassion is a very effective solution"...yeah. I love that statement!

[@Fopenplop]

i think there's an obvious lesson there about what cities' policy could be on HUMAN homelessness and poverty

[@RubyDoobieScoo]

The world needs more pigeons like this dog.

[@chai1833]

THE FUCJ HAAHHAHA

[@RubyDoobieScoo]

@Rush yes

[@just4fame]

Yup! Good one.

[@hlcepeda]

Dogs need more worlds like this pigeon. _Okay. Your turn. (I figure four more permutations.)_

[@just4fame]

The world needs more pigeons like this dog.

[@snikksnakk4445]

I will always have HUGE respect for those that take in animals to give them a second chance. Bless you.

[@raymesquite]

When people rescue older animals, they don't get to enjoy the pets very long as the animals eventually die of old age. For this, I too have huge respect for those who give older animals a chance to live out their lives. It can be an emotional experience, but yet they still do it anyway.

[@Nursegirlalexandra]

@@raymesquite when I was 16 my dad and I took in my high school friends dog when she moved and couldn’t take him with her. He was 17. Sadly they were going to put him in a shelter but we took him because the dog knew me since I was always at her house. We knew that he didn’t have much time left. Unfortunately we only had him for a few months before he passed away. But I’m glad he passed away with me, somebody that he knew and he lived his last months with love instead of in a shelter. 💗💗 now I just adopted a 15 year old cat. I get it from my dad. He’s always adopting old animals and helping them.

[@raymesquite]

@@Nursegirlalexandra Wow, awesome 👍

[@Bonzi_Buddy]

Euthanatizing pigeons isn't easy. You take a cinder block and just smash them but you have to do it really hard and fast.

[@raymesquite]

@@Bonzi_Buddy Ok, you win the "want to show off because you never got attention" award. LoL! What's funny is you can't even spell 'euthanizing'. Euthanitizing? Haha

[@mgfroyo]

I remember reading an article about how we domesticated pigeons then abandoned them once we had regular mail and such and the species just never fully adapted to wildlife again. This reminded me of that. I've seen other videos where someone found an injured pigeon and brought it home and it just settled in like "yeah this is my life now"

[@bl00dFairy]

That is so sad...people suck sometimes

[@fgm1197]

@@bl00dFairy sometimes? unfortunately very often, too often

[@bl00dFairy]

@@fgm1197 Can't disagree with that.

[@scudfarcus4343]

​@@fgm1197 You're saying that you suck very often. Are you doing anything to improve yourself? Or are you content with being one of those people who very often suck?

[@lirastolons4951]

Yes, pigeons are feral not wild since they were domesticated and then discarded.

[@abcxyz6316]

When I was a child, my mom took in an injured pigeon & nursed him back to health. I can't remember his name (50 yrs ago), but he grew very attached to us. After my mom released him, he stuck around our yard. Anytime any of us left to walk somewhere, this sweet pigeon would fly along with us. If we went in somewhere, he'd sit in a tree till we came back out & then fly along with us again. Whenever we sat down outside, he would land on us & snuggle. ❤

[@deefeliz4610]

@ Abc. That sounds so wonderful, the awesome things about animals, sent from God above, Amazing extra Love

[@nacho_business]

cool!

[@oldboy1955]

How did you learn to fly

[@keiras_world]

💝

[@deefeliz4610]

@@keiras_world These are your little dogs ?

[@wafikiri_]

I have a story for you. When I was 10, a pigeon flew to my window and stood at its brink on one leg. The other was obviously broken. My mother and I took the pigeon to a clinic (vets were not common in cities those days). A doctor used a wooden tongue flattener and a bit of tape to cure the bird's leg. Some weeks later, that same pigeon came back to my window, a bit of tape still lagging its cured leg. And it had brought a companion with an injured wing. I've always wondered how the first pigeon could convince the other to go and get some help.

[@bullseye6969]

Wow interesting.

[@wsteven54]

Your experience has to be something other than coincidence. Good for you for taking the disabled bird to a doctor.

[@xymoriintus]

Very intelligent bird!

[@malcolmnicholls2893]

Years ago I bought my budgie a female companion, which it transpired was mostly blind ( I wondered why the shop owner didn't really want me to have it). The male would help it to find its way back into the cage on the occasions when I let them out.

[@bigrod359]

That's crazy

[@Cat-tastrophee]

Pigeons were domesticated and brought to the US, so all pigeons are actually feral, not wild. They make surprisingly good pets and are typically mellow and sweet-natured.

[@zoekarpin292]

Feral means wild?

[@Cat-tastrophee]

@@zoekarpin292 feral and wild are different. Wild means never domesticated by humans, whereas feral means returning to self-reliance after domestication.

[@blazednlovinit]

@@zoekarpin292 "Wild" animals can become "tame". "Domesticated" animals can become "feral"

[@Krystalmyth]

@@blazednlovinit Given enough time, the differences are minimal of course.

[@blazednlovinit]

@@Krystalmyth You would be surprised, domestication involves manipulation of genetics, taming a wild animal doesn't. Domestication happens over many generations with animals that have the best predisposition towards humans being consciously selected for. There was an experiment on domesticating foxes and it only took about 10 generations to make them act and look very differently from their wild counterparts (bigger eyes, more interest in being around humans and wanting human attention and approval, no fear)

[@user-uw5jn6tu6q]

I'm always late to the comments, but I hope you do see this. Herman is a handsome boy. How cute he was when he rolled over for you. So proud, (you could tell) that he even walked in circles. 😬. You, my friend, saved this boy's life. This boy that ended up helping and saving puppies. This is what love does. It pays forward, even with animals 💝🦴🤭😬.

[@judemartinez2271]

Can you imagine how the world could be if everyone had the love and compassion of this beautiful lady.

[@Moedow]

Forget about it. The vast majority of humanity is straight up ignorant, stupid & selfish. Nothing is worse than the human race.

[@maxk5065]

the thing is, human are both, they alll could show compassion to some and hatred to other, even hitler was kind to dogs and kids. the hard thing is beeing kind with those you don't care about or even don't like. that's what we lack and what capitalism exacerbate

[@jenniferbalogh9487]

I couldn't agree more

[@Jay-ft3xh]

@@maxk5065 you are confused. A switch can not be on and off. A human can be good or bad. The world is not gray.

[@maxk5065]

@@Jay-ft3xh really? i only see gray hues personally. every one have different definition of good and bad and they are blurrier than you think.

[@rpittillo]

Herman is a very special and necessary pigeon to your puppies. Their guardian. I really like Herman. He is very handsome. ❤️❤️

[@GeoBeatsAnimals]

Thanks for the comment!

[@teresaputnam7764]

I think seeing Herman with the pups is one of the sweetest things I've ever seen. Thank you for giving him such a wonderful life.

[@irenemarano8241]

I like him helping with the puppies and 🤗🤗🤗 snuggle 🥰 with them .I don't think Herman knows he is a bird 🕊️🐦.I thank you for what you do for the animals .💕💕❤️🇺🇲

[@ЕленаБорисова-щ6т]

Какая шикарная история!!! Спасибо добрым людям, что помогают животным!!! Храни вас Бог!🙏🙏🙏❤️💝

[@joycamp7451]

2:10 never seen a pigeon enjoy affection like that. So precious.

[@morganqorishchi8181]

This lady, seeing Herman: "A baby!" Herman, seeing a puppy: "A baby!" Truly, a match made in Heaven.

[@seedless5745]

Agreed 100%

[@lordniyo4979]

🙏♥️🌍

[@silviamariaborges8927]

Seria possível po humano chegar neste patamar de puro afeto e se doar com total sensibilidade? Então vou fazer esta pergunta quem racha ou melhor divide a bolada da PETROBRAS A RÚSSIA NAO ESTA DESTRUINDO O VIZINHO ENTÃO NÃO CUSTA EXPLODIR A ASSALTANTE PETROBRAS

[@kasdfhjsgjsgfjsgf8629]

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[@PurrfectlyTabby]

I see a pigeon: 'vermin'.

[@king--kang.]

"I decided to let him live with us, forever." That hit me right in the feels.

[@Native2Earth]

Time to go vegan 🥗 😅 🐓 🐮🐷are friends too :)😊

[@PinkPoo]

@@Native2Earth plants have feelings to and there are bugs on plants... but you can't hear them scream when you bite them so that makes it ok right?

[@2fifty533]

@@PinkPoo bruh what kind of dumb religion is this? plants don't have feelings, they dont even have brains

[@Native2Earth]

@@PinkPoo central nervous systems create sentience which is exclusive to animals. Killing an an animal should only be in defense of one’s life. Let’s not let imperfection hold us from responsibility. Would you imply we should continue rape because it’s impossible to end? “Human” as a term is synonymous with compassion, it’s time for humans to free ourselves from religion which is keeping humanity in a destructive state. Veganism is a reconnection to our innate behavior. We are protectors of life and it’s up to us to protect our planet and keep life sacred. 🌿 🤝 KZbin: The greatest speech you’ll ever hear - by Gary Yourofsky

[@simonasvaitiekunas5326]

Omg you read my mind... xD

[@peterford9369]

Awwww, little Herman is a real sweetheart 🕊️💞. We've raised 2 birds. A Blue Jay and a mockingbird. And yes, they can definitely show love 💕, no doubt about it. Ours both flew away after about 4 months. Y'all are so wonderful taking him in and giving him a beautiful life. Your hearts are huge ❤

[@jessical3441]

When I lived in an apartment in Belgrade, a met a pigeon I named Dwayne. Whenever my husband or I would sing or play guitar, Dwayne came to sit on the balcony and bob his head along to the music. If we stopped singing, he'd crane his head and wait till we continued to keep dancing. His favorite things included rolling in the flower beds, hopping along our clothes line when our clean clothes were drying (because he got more attention from us), and trying to get inside the apartment to spend more time with us because he missed us when we went inside. The people of Belgrade leave food out for pigeons, so we never fed him and he was never interested in our food. The bond was one of love. Leaving Dwayne was the hardest part about moving, and I loved that city. Pigeons are amazing.

[@margaretsmith927]

LOVELY BIRDIE DWAYNE HOPE THAT THE NEXT TENANTS TREAT HIM WITH LOVE ALSO STAY BLESSED

[@theintr00dr48]

I'm from Zerno originally, my father's a Serb war vet, he told me how the volunteer Serb guard actually used pigeons sometimes

[@evaadams8298]

Jessica, what a lovely story! Made my day 😀

[@marjoriegarner5369]

where is Belgrade? I am in Montana, USA. I love pigeons. Kept them as a kid. Then got parakeets, later at 40, got two cockateils. Birds are wonderful. My son is an ornithologist, teaches and works with the Audubon Society. A nature photographer and naturalist. So am I. His grandchildren love exploring with him. Can I actually be a great grandmother? I will be 80 next year. Hello and bless you all from Montana.

[@dexteros5770]

@@marjoriegarner5369 Belgrade is in Serbia(Europe) not Siberia Russia😉😀

[@moonstonepearl21]

That look in his eyes when he's being petted

[@ricardodasilveira646]

This is one of the most heart warming stories I've ever seen. Humanity still has a chance.

[@catyork6070]

Yes. I wish everyone was as kind and also weren't prejudiced towards certain animals, such as pigeons. So many ignorant people think they're awful but they're not and should be treated with respect, as any creature should, be it big or small. I rescued an injured pigeon a few years ago that had been attacked by a cat in my back garden. I took it to the local vet, assuming it could be treated and then I'd expected to be able to rehabilitate it at home and release it when it was recovered. To my shock, and disgust, the vet said that here in the UK they're 'officially' regarded as vermin so he had no option but to euthanise it. I was appalled and very upset. Had I known that I would, of course, never have taken it there and would have tried to treat it at home myself, as I did with a little blackbird baby one day that had also been attacked by a cat in the garden. With that little baby bird I took it in, realising it's wing was broken and mangled and that it couldn't survive. I literally sat with it cradled in my hands for a long time, to comfort it, and it was peaceful then. When, after awhile, I tried to lay it down in a little box I'd lined with a soft towel it became agitated but I managed to soothe it, quickly going to the kitchen to get a drink, but by the time I came back it had passed away. I was so heartbroken and wish I hadn't left it even for 5 minutes. :-(

[@JD_ALMIGHTY]

@@catyork6070 k

[@marciah0312]

For sure! :)

[@calebdonaldson7044]

Why don’t you do something about it instead of commenting useless crap

[@yokaiinu]

@@calebdonaldson7044 I mean what would they really do about it? Sometimes you just wanna comment things, dude

[@brendatrujillo2666]

What a lovely little darling bird cuddling a beautiful puppy. God bless you for loving and caring for that sweet bird.

[@TrueComboKing]

God bless this woman - she sounds like a wonderful, caring person.

[@josiepedroza8418]

She is angel from God

[@-LegioPatriaNostra-]

@@josiepedroza8418 Angels (like this woman) are real, god isn't!

[@beyondthefilms6302]

@@-LegioPatriaNostra- ^^^ tell me you're a virgin without telling me you're a virgin.

[@thecheshire5762]

@@-LegioPatriaNostra- I don’t believe in him either but do you really have to be one of *those* people

[@taneeka7107]

Yes God and his Son are real! ❤ (may I recommend Elder Murray ch & GTw church) God bless in Jesus name, our Soul depends on it. All good things come from above!

[@luhole]

Funny she doesn’t think she has a life. Rescuing animals - what a life she has!

[@user-bg7xp8of4p]

?

[@gingerisevil02]

I would love to have her life lol.

[@Rombbb]

where does she say that ?

[@joemon7463]

@@Rombbb In a building I think.

[@prettyvacant3605]

Humility is a beautiful thing

[@boratsagdiyev1586]

Pigeons dont get the respect they deserve, they are literally war heroes.

[@lillyoehler6261]

@friedrich Mertens yes and rats are also really intelligent and loving creatures

[@lillyoehler6261]

@friedrich Mertens ok i just commented a fact, cause rats are indeed pretty smart. And you are being rude for no reason

[@lovelydolltime8006]

@friedrich Mertens You're just saying that because you don't have a soul.

[@boratsagdiyev1586]

@friedrich Mertens pigeons where used to spot enemies in aircrafts before we had the technology. Literal war heroes. Btw rats are rodents, if any flying creature can be compared to rats its bats. They dont call them flying rodents for a reason.

[@sinnamontoastcrunch.]

@friedrich Mertens Why though? Why are you being so rude for no reason?

[@lenaonmealways4193]

That's the sweetest pigeon! So happy you rescued Herman, gave him love and a forever home to thrive in. ❤

[@D.A.DreamArt]

Herman lost his ability to fly, but not to love. There's a fable in that, somewhere, with a happy ending.

[@ashwalker4566]

True

[@rafreyes1190]

💎

[@valiken1]

You just wrote this to try to get likes

[@D.A.DreamArt]

@@valiken1 And you just ate a sandwich to get fullness. It's all good, mate. By the way, they vaccinated my left arm & now my right arm is feeling jealous & throwing all kinds of tantrum. To each his own, I guess. Enjoy your sandwich! ;)

[@valiken1]

@@D.A.DreamArt hehehe touche!!

[@madgen85]

I can't. I just CAN NOT take how adorable this is! Thank you for giving Herman a good life and home.

[@MYJ61]

I am not a huge bird fan, but it is so easy to see why you or anyone would fall for Herman’s charm, warmth and affection. Thank you for sharing him with us.❤️

[@johngolden891]

Wonderful that Herman found a loving home and has done so well despite his disability, Nice that he does so well with the dogs in the family, especially the puppies. May Herman have a long and happy life.

[@googlewolly]

So nice what she did for him. I'm so grateful for people like her.

[@TarotRider-t2m]

So you be like her too

[@googlewolly]

@@TarotRider-t2m Not everyone can just take wild animals in. However, everyone can treat animals well and with love.

[@ibelieveyou2066]

When he walks around,in a circle,after performing!What a beautiful creature.

[@ТамараКипарис-я7т]

Он ходит по кругу потому,что ему тянет шею,он больной болезнью Ньюкасла.Шею ему скручивает,нужно витамины давать.

[@JioVega]

He's so proud of himself! He starts Coo-ing, how adorable.

[@catyork6070]

I love when male pigeons do that too, strutting around and puffing themselves up because they're proud and trying to impress the ladies!

[@mr.sleepster4535]

I’m not a sappy guy. But, when 2 species become friends, it just hits me. The way the bird is sitting on the puppies to keep them warm, that’s just sweet as hell. That is the most domesticated pigeon that exists I would bet. Glad he found a loving home. That fact that he is friends with dogs, is just awesome. I have never seen anyone pat a pigeon in my life. Meanwhile, it loves it. Cool as hell.

[@animalobsessed1]

Pigeons are actually a domesticated species. They were originally domesticated as carrier birds, or for food, but nowadays there are a bunch of different breeds, bred for a variety of purposes: Pigeon shows, flight competitions, or just as pets. The pigeons you see in cities are the strays that were abandoned by their owners when carrier pigeons became outdated. They are no more native or "wild" than a stray dog would be. That's also why you see them mostly in cities, and rarely in the country side. They still rely on humans to survive. It's a real shame how humans have discarded them after all the help they provided in building our civilization. Also, the liquid white pigeon poo you always see in cities, is actually the result of nutritional deficiencies/upset stomach, because these poor birds are living off of stale bread and other leftovers (unless some kind people buy seed mixes to feed them). Healthy pigeon poo isn't anywhere near as disgusting.

[@mayevie]

@@animalobsessed1 i didn't know this, i always thought they were like rats that basically just live wherever humans are because of food! thanks for sharing that information, although it is quite sad :(

[@chinasaozonsi7106]

@@animalobsessed1 Wow! Fascinating, thank you for sharing this information.

[@thewanderingmistnull2451]

@mug wump They have brains, but it's the brain-to-body mass ratio that matters. A horse has a brain that's 1.5-2 lbs, which is the size of a human child's, but as their body is much bigger, a lot more of it is devoted to regulating the muscles. Or consider owls, birds that are symbols of intelligence everywhere, yet, due to their brains being fine-tuned to visual and auditory cues for hunting purposes, lack the survival instinct to get out of the way of cars that other birds possess.

[@Cindy99765]

@mug wump I agree. The ability to feel sadness and happiness is a truly universal thing among pretty much every animal species, and I have to remind myself not to get surprised when I see other animals acting 'human-like.'

[@MayLily]

So glad this sweetie was saved and now he's helping to save other sweeties one cuddle at a time!

[@Grapefruit_786]

I read the title as “Dog loses ability to fly. He adapts by becoming a pigeon.” And I didn’t even question it I’m gonna go take a nap 😴

[@mateabd.Beauties.and.theBeast]

Hahahaaah!

[@aaargh-angel]

Goodnight :D

[@GamerHubbyJ]

Have a good nap

[@marcirobins5144]

Naps are a good thing.

[@valleyham8476]

Next up, onion starts to cry and takes shelter in a near by ally way

[@un65tube]

It's obvious that Herman enjoys being alive and loves his owner and the little dogs. Thanks for taking care of him :-) Many greetings from Germany

[@monkeman8759]

I had a similar situation a while back, i’d let in a pigeon which was hobbling around, he had a broken leg and couldn’t fly, and let him enjoy some bread and birdseed and my cat was there, i panicked as my cat was always more of a hunter but she just walked up to ron (the pigeon) and snuggled him, like she could understand his pain, a trip to the vet and 3 months later ron and ginger(my cat) are snuggling each other in the cat bed, on some occasions you’ll find ron sitting on ginger’s back, truly a sight to behold

[@krissyu]

Monke Man: that is an ADORABLE story!!! Thank you SO much for sharing! I burst out laughing in joy when I read that Ron and the cat were snuggling together in the cat bed! TOO CUTE!

[@luxmifrei9759]

Such a heart warming story. 🇨🇭👍💖

[@JessieCristo]

GeoBeats Animals needs to contact you to make a video! :))

[@UsandEveryoneWeKnow]

I had a pet chicken and a cat as a kid, they got along really well and the little black chicken rode around on the cat (which was fluffy and black too) like some kind of odd conjoined twin pairing.

[@krissyu]

@@UsandEveryoneWeKnow LOL!!! The chicken riding on top of the cat! That is so funny and cute!

[@erosr1]

This is one of the most adorable animal stories I've ever heard. Truly precious!

[@seekingserenity1902]

Every life no matter how small the animal is worth saving even if their life isn't typical of the life they normally would live as long as they are loved and happy. It is clear Herman is living a very rich life even though he can't fly or necessarily be with his own. His life with other species is still wonderful. Thanks for saving and protecting him.

[@isaachunt5799]

yes i even make sure all snails are off my grass before i cut it. saved 2 snails today that were in the middle of the road trying to get back to the grass verge..they would have been killed for sure. i stopped my car and got out and put them safely on the grass. EVERY LIVING BEING IS PRECIOUS. please folks go vegan and donate to animal charities. thanks

[@kiwibonsai2355]

@@isaachunt5799 lol yeah I'm forever saving insects, I can't walk past a puddle with a drowning worm in it or insects caught in an old web etc. I don't care what people say it's my choice to care.

[@isaachunt5799]

@@kiwibonsai2355 fantastic. every single life is important. hope you're vegan .

[@israelduarte1189]

Amen

[@zebrasbean2385]

Wait till you meet mosquitoes

[@valkyrie1066]

He is living the best pidgeon life right now. He gets and gives snuggles, doesn't HAVE to fly to get food, baths and shelters. They are such mild and calm creatures. And I love his proud cooing! Our chihuahua (male) grew up with chickens (all female) and became part of the flock. They would dust and sunbathe. When we introduced chicks, he was smitten. He's a little afraid of hurting them, but he lays down where they are and permits them to sit on his wide back. He looks so pleased with himself!

[@redalex8794]

This is beautiful- he was sick, now he has a meaningful, nurturing existence and is loved! Dear Herman - ignore those crazy thumb haters. You and your new flock are all terrific!

[@joli395]

So touching!❤I am glad Herman ended up with you and grateful there are compassionate people like you out there. Thank you!

[@Bluesloversrv]

We need more people like Herman's mom in the world. 😢.

[@CelesteStClair]

We need more Pigeons like Herman in the world.

[@judywilshusen3150]

I thought pigeons were flying rat, until one came to me with a broken wing, the vet said it couldn't be fix. We put her in a tree fed and watered her, put in a cage at night. One day she came into the garage to listen to the music on the radio, soon she coming in the house and we fell in love. She layed her first egg in my hand. I put a stool by my bed so she hop up on the bed in the morning, she would stand on my pillow and wait for me to wake up, she would run to me and kiss me all over my face. She gone now and I miss her so. Now I have 200 pigeons, they just found me.

[@Forever.Dark.Knight1287]

Great story. Cheers!

[@princetamrac1180]

Pigeons are nice animals. But rats are also amazing animals. Booth just got a bad rep because they transmit disease. As if they wanted to carry the diseases.

[@Beaah]

Wait until you meet a rat... you'll realise they aren't something bad too

[@Beaah]

@@princetamrac1180 they don't carry, the fleas carry them.

[@iadesigns]

@@Beaah 🙁

[@ErnestoTani]

Herman can't fly. But he's the most lucky and sweetest pigeon of the world.

[@yulia1339]

Agree with you 💝☺️

[@ImehSmith]

💖💖🤗🤗🤗

[@mareksicinski3726]

a few

[@emekecho2024]

I rescued a baby pigeon. It was difficult to separate from him but I released him to a sanctuary later on. He was a ball of love. Not much different than a cat. Got lots of love, kisses and cuddles from him. He loved landing on my head playing with my hair. All animals are amazing. We humans must become more like them.

[@neldormiveglia1312]

imagine those dogs when they grow up they'll be like "my dad's a pigeon"

[@trinilovely860]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@laurencew5220]

Yes I am really a pidgeon in a dog's body

[@bountcy2627]

Just like kungfu panda with po and his dad

[@JesusismyGOD]

chuckle

[@suchisthisplace]

@@bharatgiri5883 just because somebody is bigger does not mean they will use that power over somebody else. humans do it a lot but animals dont really do it in the same way. think about it. elephants dont walk around squishing smaller animals because they are bigger. they usually only do it if somebody threathens their young. of course it could happen. but i think humans are more dangerous.

[@Living_a_spoonie_life]

You have a life, lady. You're living it. And from the looks of it, you're improving the lives of many little creatures. That's a pretty great life and quite a legacy.

[@morrisp.5583]

What a beautiful story. Love how he closes his eyes and slowly opens them when you're stroking his little head. You can see the love he has for you for giving him a chance at a good life. Thanks for sharing and Cheers and Prayers for little Herman and yourself from Canada.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

I love all the lessons animals teach us!

[@alexiboris6937]

Dog: goes up for adoption Herman: “I raised that boy”

[@aaronbillings3250]

🤣🤣

[@singularprime3114]

Herman is the father walking his dog daughter down the isle 👍

[@vic3467]

What wonderful humans she and her husband are! Herman is a sweet soul indeed ❤️

[@backaboki1926]

Ajm lowe humans people. Gud people love animals. Aym Pigeon 3 years Gud intelegent. Papige tigrice bird 3 litl sparow very gud. 🕊️🐦❤️

[@anthonyenos9857]

Animals teach us Humility and kindness.Thats what this world needs more of..........

[@AB-ju1ii]

👏👏👏👏👏👏well said and very true!! 😊

[@barbaraenglish3983]

What a perfect life you made for Herman and all the baby pups and even for yourselves. You have magical foresight and it was a pleasure for me to see this part of your life. Thank you.

[@DM-ye5qo]

That is so sweet. Never knew they were so adorable. Was always told they were dirty birds. Goes to show how uninformed people are.

[@telfargoldbeared6735]

We called them flying rats my city, and looked on theđ as pests. But this video really shows our ignorance.

[@NoJusticeNoPeace]

They carry a disease called psittacosis which they pass on through their droppings. The droppings dry up and blow around, and people inhale them. It causes pneumonia and kills about 1% of the people who catch it. A few pigeons are not a risk. The problem is pigeons (and sparrows, which present the same problem) have adapted well to urban environments, and without predators to keep their numbers down they create infestations which greatly increase the risk of psittacosis flying around.

[@5161estel]

@@NoJusticeNoPeace settle down, your over reacting.

[@Kiiltec]

I've always known that there is more to Pigeons than many realise... If one observes them silently for a while it gets very obvious , they got high social intelligence and many have their own quirks . If one observes Pigeon for a while that "dumb stare" as many would describe it turns around , there's much more going on behind it than people realise. In a way it is also obvious... considering how quickly and well Pigeons adapted to live almost perfectly along with Humans and within Human society and having a rough understanding what humans do to get around safely .( don't forget that Humans technically are the most dangerous/uncalculateable predator on earth in a way ). All that takes a lot of Brainpower to process.

[@sailesteele4372]

When something's too common, we take it for granted, sadly.

[@MrPittsbrother]

That would suck losing his ability to fly but this is the ultimate consolation prize. Much love to everyone involved for shared happiness.

[@BalliBee]

Thank god we have people in the world like this beautiful lady... every life counts, every living being and every life matters ❤️

[@HaleysArt]

I want a Herman!! 😩 He’s so beautiful and sweet! I’ve always thought pigeons are so underrated.. I mean, the amazing colors around their necks, the adorable sounds they make, and the way they move their head when they walk… what’s not to love!? ❤️😙🐦

[@whysterrn7841]

Plottwist: he can fly but pretends he can’t so he can stay with this wonderful person forever

[@meatydonkey2350]

Don’t underestimate pigeon

[@ResidentScrub]

Was thinking same 🤣

[@eziassegundo8839]

K...

[@motiveintentionsincerity]

😁

[@vivamigorky1646]

Untrue. He can fly but cannot control the flight, so he shouldn't be let in the open bacause he will crash into anything and probably die.

[@TOYSTITCHER]

“I need a life”…..oh my, you ARE living your best life - loving your animal friends and babies SO beautifully…and teaching us-all how to love too 🥰

[@FernandoHernandez-jw4yy]

The imporrtant question when someone is saying something like "I need a life" is their motivation to say that: Do they only say that because other people make them feel like the way they live their life isn't right? In that case you're totally right. But people also say stuff like that because they're unhappy with their own lives. In that, they really "need a life" or rather, they need a life that's right for them. That might even be the case for someone who seems to have a great, meaningful life.

[@verityv5284]

The way it guards over the puppies or snuggles with them are so adorable and precious!

[@Loveoldies50]

This is so cute! Who knew a bird would adopt puppies! I love this. Thanks for rescuing him! Pigeons used to nest on my grandmother’s porch every year. She had a screen porch on the second floor of our triple decker in Boston. She would sit out there for hours watching them. When we popped in, she would tell us not to disturb the pigeons and their babies. She loved them!

[@commonsense354]

Herman is adorable. I'm so glad you gave him a home. He's so full of life.

[@liamroberts9047]

Hello Amy, How are you doing?

[@splash4891]

thanks for shedding light on how wonderful pigeons can be...it seems that many animals are understated, and I love how you have given purpose to Herman...

[@francesth85]

There’s an excellent and surprising documentary, “The Hidden Lives of Pets” that highlights different species, i.e. soccer-playing goldfish, cats that play navigation games, dogs that know when their humans are coming, rats that can figure out complex mazes and problems, macaws that race cars, etcetera!! Animals are amazing and Earth would be a very quiet and lonely place without them. We are their caretakers, their ‘tenders’; they look to us for more than food and give us more than we deserve in some instances.🐾❤️

[@splash4891]

@@francesth85 indeed, great doco

[@sarahprice659]

“Oh my gawd! Where’s the puppy!? The tiny puppy , where is he?!?” “Check under the pigeon!”

[@rattyrachel4316]

How funny and sweet! 😂

[@biskkes]

😂

[@ashley_9286_]

You are truly amazing people! Bless you for saving Herman and not giving up on him, as well as all the other furbabies ❤❤❤

[@westcoastrey3679]

Such a beautiful story. This Woman and her family are what the World needs more of.

[@robertphillips2983]

Herman reminds me of when I used to keep pigeons as young teenager. I loved the way when holding them, they kept their head level no matter the angle that you would hold them in. I also loved throwing them up into the sky and listening to their wings clapping as they powered away! Great memories.....

[@jackileensauler4817]

I adopted a pigeon too. He had some kind of problem with flying and just couldnt stay up in the air long. I had him for a couple of years he would fly out my window and sit on a branch right outside it. He had a decent life...lived with my cats who never hurt him...they actually played with him. He ate well, slept on top of a door where I put a fluffy towel and became just one of the crowd. He was INTELLIGENT and knew his name. He'd snuggle with the cats and also with me. Very unexpected behavior I had never housed a pigeon for that long. I RESCUED a lot of them through the years but of course they got better and I released them. They are really the cutest birds. Fluffy and cute!

[@marinatedbeef1683]

Jackileen Sauler..., your story is beautiful too :). I always believed Pigeons, Morning Doves and Cardinals, are quite the intelligent bunch and well Geese, I've heard they r well attached & kinda needy, lol. You r so lucky to have had him. stay safe, maria

[@mohamednaufal8904]

Hello Jackileen, just want to say thanks for all the wonderful work you do to help all these beautiful creatures 😊 keep up the good work, world needs more people like you 🤗

[@delphilungwyn5308]

You are a good person✌

[@myriamvh1253]

Great 👍Merci from Nice France where I feed every day 200 pigeons and 50 seagulls. It a shame that they are not loved, and considered by those stupid people like"rats on feet". Bonne continuation

[@pilotmike7569]

Thank you for what you do for pigeons!😊🐦💙

[@tonitalas1757]

Such a heartwarming story! 💕 thanks for giving Herman a loving ❤️ and forever home!

[@wings71-p77]

What a sweet family if only all mankind could be this loving.

[@ascent8487]

“Oh Herman, I think I need a life buddy.” Madam you may not understand this, but a lot of people would love to have your life. God bless you.

[@Agbahizzal]

At least the youtu.be version

[@DCH20H9]

Amen!

[@janeeyre5981]

She’s toxic for Herman with statements like that. Take him away from her!

[@Snowville84]

@Jane Eyre you need help, seriously. Consider it please

[@firefrogs2464]

Yeah i always wanted a pet pigeon

[@gnarbeljo8980]

You are so sweet and so is your Herman❣️ He found his true calling thanks to your compassion. A lesson in how love always multiplies. We once relied on pigeons to deliver our love letters and send urgent messages. But if they couldn't fly they risked ending up in pie or stew. It'sovely to see someone care for a bird without his wings onky to find he has other superpowers. Thank you. ❤️🙏

[@lovelylioness7827]

That is the most adorable thing I have ever seen 🥺 you are so lucky to have Herman and the puppies!!! God bless you 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@alexandraahlen2201]

I love it when she says "Oh Herman I think I need a life, buddy".. I think all of us who are extreme animal friends and have pet friends who we adore and are that close to find ourselves enjoying the simple wonderful moments our animal friends give us. It's like an internal joke among us, because those who are not aware of the love and connection one can have for and with an animal thinks we are a bit cray, but no love is as real as love between a human and a pet who has found eachother in life

[@mandymcclure5314]

This is so true, I’m glad there’s other people out in this world who share the same perspective as I do about the unconditional love that humans are blessed with from our animal companions. ❤️

[@robert9595]

I spent 13, awesome, love filled years with the only friend I could ever rely on to be there for me even after yelling at him because im frustrated at life. I have a diamondart framed photo of him on my wall. Miseur Jacques.. rip my friend.

[@jonelliott4985]

Ain't that the truth... in fact our extended family aka our animal family are far more loyal and sensitive to a human's emotions than humans are to their own species weather it's family or friends...

[@sdenisedvs]

😂 That's my favorite phrase that she expresses❤❤❤

[@dancingbear5694]

I felt that too the minute she said it🤷🏼‍♀️ People disappoint and animals domestic and wild fill those voids💯💚 Well. It does for me☺️🤙🏼

[@alllifematters]

That is the sweetest bird! Glad he found a home and a good life!!

[@countrygirl3458]

Living In times of conflict and possible war,this is so heartwarming and very much needed in our world right now! God Bless this lady and Herman.😊

[@CristinaSilva-be5fj]

Que lindo! Como os animais são generosos!A pombinha adotou um cãozinho e cuida dele com todo amor e carinho.Quem dera se os seres humanos tivessem a metade dessa generosidade, o mundo seria muito melhor...

[@luminyam6145]

Our neighbour has pigeons and he just loves them. This lady is so kind. Those animals are very lucky to have her.

[@ТамараКипарис-я7т]

Покажите соседу и он вам обьяснит,что голубь больной болезнью Ньюкасла.Болезнь на людей не переходит.Ею болеют только голуби.

[@Jaidritz9285]

I love ❤ Herman's victory dance after the roll over. He is one compassionate pigeon looking after Animal's that aren't even his species. Herman is one Amazing Bird 🐦. Yes and Pigeons do get a bad rap, but I love ❤ them like any creatures ❤ that walk or fly or swim.

[@joalexsg9741]

May this lady and her loving family be forever blessed for her kindness. Thank you ever so much for saving Herman, not letting them euthanize him and even adopting him into your amazing home! Shared for sure, videos like this are a balm to our souls.

[@TrueComboKing]

Wish the world was filled with caring people like this.

[@joalexsg9741]

@@TrueComboKing So true!

[@Strangernightg]

The person who is taking care of those dog's , puppies and bird is just the greatest person giving all her animals love !!! Thank God for her and her husband. Thank you both for the people you are ❤

[@millsmoore24]

I rescued a pigeon once. I found him in front of the house on a Friday afternoon, I called him Friday. I didn't know what was the matter. He wouldn't fly but seemed fine otherwise. I bought pigeon food just for pigeons. I had pigeons in the garden too that could fly. Friday stayed with us for about a week. He knew where the kitchen was. And the bedroom. Each night he'd settle down next to me, in the bedroom. I too was impressed with how sharp pigeons are, mentally. He had access to the garden and one day, he left. Without saying goodbye. I was a little sad and glad that he'd gone back to his normal life. God bless Friday. 🕊

[@GodisMyNo1]

Thats such a sweet story and I hope Friday is ok. I love pigeons. They are smart, playful, curious, beautiful and adorable

[@TetsukoCrow]

mans didn't have a life around you or he might have stuck around and come seen you

[@ЛарисаБажова]

ты растрогал меня до слёз, милый Милли!

[@allisonmcdonald5488]

Im soo glad you kept Herman, I took over my dads racing pigeons when he was diagnosed with cancer, I got so attached to them, they would wait for me and follow me like a dog, great birds🕊. I also think Herman looks like a hen, racing pigeons tilt their head to lookout for birds of prey, bless you and your animals xx

[@cosmicbrotv6525]

I’m sorry ❤️ Stay strong. Jesus loves you. God will grant you peace.

[@allisonmcdonald5488]

@@cosmicbrotv6525 Thankyou for your kind words, bless you xx

[@cosmicbrotv6525]

@@allisonmcdonald5488 Anytime, God bless you too ❤️

[@cosmicbrotv6525]

He is in a better place.

[@joyfulplays1309]

her: can i see your baby? **moves pidgeon** her: **takes out a dog** me: wait, thats illegal.

[@Shuu99982]

How did a dog fuck the pigeon

[@RC-cd7sl]

@@Shuu99982 simple, it didn’t.

[@flamewater6639]

200th comment like

[@jesusssugarbabyuwu78yearsa63]

@@Shuu99982 maybe it was the other way round 😏

[@anijykous]

Lol

[@lmc2375]

Herman, you are amazing as a bird and as a foster pup dad. I can hear the pups saying, "Yeah, my foster mom was actually a dad-pigeon." 💖🐕🙏💝💫🌎