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My pigeon won't eat or drink and refuses to sit. Is she seriously ill?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

My pigeon is not eating anything except human food. She refuses to eat seeds . and refuses to drink water. From Past 3 days She poops a little only . I don't know what happened to her. She refuses to sit. She usually sits flat but now she refuses to sit. Plzz tell me what to do. What happened to her???

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on September 28th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out. A crop or other gastrointestinal infection, metabolic disorders or just plain individual preferences are possible. If acting ill, a veterinary visit is recommended. Otherwise, try limiting people food to see if this stimulated appetite for other food. Good luck.

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