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My pigeon loves fried mustard seeds. Are they safe and healthy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female

My pigeon likes black mustard seeds which is fried with oil. If I give her mustard seed which is not fried with oil ,She doesn't like to eat it. She won't eat that. But she loves to eat fried mustard seeds. Is it good for her health??? Shall I give her??? Please tell me.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 2nd, 2018

I would not give her too much as the oil and seed itself is fatty and doesn't provide much nutritional value, but would keep trying to offer her the seed without oil as an option. As a treat once in a while, it may be OK, but I would look toward finding healthier alternatives such as fresh fruits and veggies that Sheephony may enjoy more instead.

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