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a flock of pigeons sitting on the ground with text overlay that reads, self - sufficient projects why pigeons instead of chickens or ducks?

When it comes to raising fowl on your homestead, one type that is often overlooked is pigeons. They are a great way to raise your own meat with very little work on your part and with very little startup money. Pigeons have small space requirements with no need for incubators and space heaters to keep their young warm. Pigeons are often permitted in more urban areas where raising chickens or ducks aren’t legally allowed. #selfsufficientprojects #pigeons #chickens #ducks

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Have you ever considered keeping pigeons as a means of self-reliance? Pigeon keeping has been practiced for centuries and has proven to be a valuable asset in times of need. Whether you're looking for a sustainable source of food or a way to communicate during uncertain times, pigeons can provide a solution. Food on the

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Creating an aviary Originally published 3/17/12 & updated 3/5/21 Rescued domestic pigeons are smart, gentle, gorgeous, charming birds that mate for life and coo softly to each other. They are bred and used as if disposable for business and hobbies … Continue reading →

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Many of us are used to seeing poultry like chickens and ducks in backyards and on our farms, but have you ever seen pigeons being kept as pets or as a hobby? While less common, there is a large community of enthusiasts who keep pigeons at home for various reasons. Pigeons are not only smart animals but also relatively easy to care for and beautiful when kept properly. They can be a great hobby or a great source of meat. So, how do you prepare to keep pigeons at home?

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Maybe you’ve never given much thought to pigeons, other than to notice them walking around in your community.Did you know that many people keep pigeons as pets? That’s right! And there are so many reasons why. #pigeonpidea

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Homing pigeons (Columbia livia) are also known as rock pigeons or sometimes rock doves. Most rock pigeons are found in large cities, usually eating scraps of food off the sidewalk. Rock pigeons are not native to North America and were...

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Pigeons are really bad at making nests. Pigeons don’t know how to make sturdy nests. Their ancestors, European Rock Doves, live in areas with scarce building materials. This makes those wild birds put less effort into building nests, which has passed along to the pigeons. Basically they just need a few twigs to keep the eggs from rolling off.

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