Pigeon Loft Design

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STEP 3 HYDRATION:

When it comes to administering fluids they should only be given after and I mean only after your pigeon has been Warmed,  and examined for injuries. A thorough determination needs to be made on how severe the dehydration is with your pigeon.

All fluids should be warmed or at room temperature!

Here is a description and diagnosis of what a well hydrated pigeon should look like:

A WELL HYDRATED BIRD CHARECTERISTICS:

A  well hydrated bird will be very alert.  Your pigeon will have elastic skin.  They will also have bright eyes.

In addition they will have a moist plump membrane inside their mouth and their droppings will be moist and well formed.

ISOLATION:

Whether your pigeon is sick or hurt isolation is necessary.  Allow your pigeon to get stabilized in a quiet, dark warm area.  The key is isolation and rest.

While your pigeon is warming and becoming stabilize take the time to prepare any other items you may need to care for your pigeon.

If your pigeon is cold it should never be given any liquids or food PERIOD.  THIS CANNOT BE STRESSED ENOUGH!

We don’t like to dwell on it but an unfortanate part of life is that your pigeon may need emergency care.  I am including a three step basic process to help you in the event you face a dire issue for your pigeon.  As allways consult with an experienced rehabber or avian vet if situation gets worse or unsure of any procedure.

HEAT

As with pigeons and any bird they must be warmed gradually to a normal body temperature.  Be careful on ensuring a gradual warming to reach a temperature for your pigeon to be responsive and able to swallow.

It should come to no suprise or unusual for a baby pigeon presented for rehabilitation to be very cold.  If a bird is unresponsive it is allways best and recomended to seek the assitance of an experienced rehabber or avian vet immediately.  Give your pigeon a quick, superficial examination.

Unless there is a critical situation such as severe bleeding your pigeon should be covered and placed on a heat source for at least 20-30 minutes to bring the body temperature back to normal.

If you suspect head trauma do not place your pigeon on any heat or heat source.

* Heat source suggestions: Again these are suggestions!

1) The first suggestion is a towel lined heating pad, that is  set on low
2) The second suggestion is a towel lined hot water bottle.

3)  The third suggestion is a low wattage lamp that directly shines light into your loft or other housing for your pigeon.

* In the case of an Emergency here is a heat source substitute:

A) Fill and old sock with about 2/3 full of rice.  Next you will microwave the sock for a few seconds.  Be sure the sock
isn’t too hot, and then place it around the bird.

By following this basic step you will be ensure to provide basic care for your pigeon until further assitance could be given.

Here is several building options that serve as food for thought.  Each one of us has different needs and what I suggest here is a way to bring out your ideas into putting your dream pigeon loft to motion.

After all its all about you and what you think is right for your pigeons.

OPTION #1
If you feel that you need a larger loft here is a suggestion intstead of building from scratch just expand the dimensions of your loft to add on a compartment.  This seems self explanatory. But if you are just starting out I wrote an article that explained the importance of drawing your blue print of what you have in mind for your pigeon loft first.  This is the most smart and financially sound way to function since the blueprint is in place you can just expand the dimensions of the print to a four compartment one. If you desire a smaller pigeon loft reduce the print to a
one-compartment loft.

BUILDING OPTION 2
For those of you who live in a warmer climate and have the  desire for a more open loft look raise it up by two blocks and then as an added benefit try a wire floor.  You can also  leave out the wall that is connected to
the fly pen.

 

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