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What can I feed my pigeon? Is wheat okay, and should I soak it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

Hello. How to feed wheat to my pigeon? Do I need to soak it? And please give me a list of pigeon food. Thank you.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on January 22nd, 2019

You can feed wheat to Sheephony as a snack, however a balanced diet is best to ensure she gets the right balance of nutrients. The wheat can be soaked/sprouted to increase nutrient value as well. Doves and pigeons have very similar nutrient needs, so a commercial dove food, such as [this Kaytee formula](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/kaytee-supreme-daily-blend-dove-food) or [Brown's](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/browns-dove-pigeon-and-quail-blend-bird-food), can be used for feeding a pet pigeon. Additional fruits, grains, veggies and even live insects can be fed to help round out the diet and provide some fun and interesting snacks as well.

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