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I can answer questions concerning color, genetics and breeding of Pigeons.
I have 30 years experience in breeding pigeons, specifically in creating new colors and new breeds. I studied informally under Dr. Hollander.
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The only way to positively identify is with a stool sample under microscope by a DMV. Common roundworm can also show these symptoms, and likely other diseases. I am not a vet. Medications used here in
I don't claim to be an expert on pigeon health, but it sounds like the classical description of coccidiosis to me. You will need parasite meds.
I don't believe the word dove is even in my bio. Perhaps you should read that before wasting my time with silly questions concerning health issues. Not my field. Never claimed it to be. I have answered
Sorry, I can't be of much help. However, 8 yrs is a LONG life for a pigeon/dove. I guess old age would be my first guess!
A little vague on details, but I will give it a shot! Domestic pigeon males do occasionally enter other pigeon nests and harrass the babies to death. I don't claim to be an expert on doves. And I seriously

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