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My pigeon laid an egg and is weak. What food and calcium to give?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

My pigeon has laid an egg. She is weak. What food should I give her during these days? I heard of grit. Is it good for pigeon? Will they eat them? Is it a stone or what? Give me a list of healthy foods.

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on November 18th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Sheephony. Grit is for the grinding of food in the stomach and does not provide any nutrients. Oyster shell or cuttlebone can supply some calcium, generally lost in the forming and laying of the egg. Green vegetables will also help with calcium. If she is weak, a veterinary visit is recommended for caloric, nutrient and fluid administration. Give heat support in the 80-85 F range for aid. Good luck.

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on April 28th, 2020

    If Sheephony is not getting enough calcium or the right balance of nutrition, then the egg shells will likely be very weak and it will be very taxing on her. It is best to remove any eggs if they are weak or broken, and to make sure she is on a balanced diet along with extra calcium such as grit, eggfood, oyster shells, etc, to make sure she is able to lay without becoming ill.

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