Story Feeling better since I got a pet bird

[Opera]

I got a pet pigeon half a year ago, and it honestly healed me. I was able to get up every morning without any problems, want to look forward to tomorrow, and has made me very happy. Because of him, I didn't see a purpose to log into this website (I will attach a picture of him).

With all that said, I know he will pass on one day, and I will end up wanting to CTB again. Even with that in mind, I am very calm and have accepted this. I will end up doing that one day, and I'll likely use this site more when that happens.

I'm glad this community/site exists, since friends don't even want me to CTB at all, honestly I have considered it carefully and it's the best outcome for me. I'm enjoying the time I have with my bird, he's made me want to continue living for him. I love him so much.

 

[sanctionedusage]

hes beautiful

 

[secretariat]

i love pigeons so so much. ur pigeon is adorable (his beedy eyes!) and im so glad hes helping you! truly under-appreciated animals.

 

[Opera]

i love pigeons so so much. ur pigeon is adorable (his beedy eyes!) and im so glad hes helping you! truly under-appreciated animals.

Yes!!! Me too, I searched a lot on how to take care of him, and I wanted one ever since I saw how much people look down on them. He's the biggest helper :D

 

[NearlyIrrelevantCake]

I love pigeons ♥ What's his name?

 

[secretariat]

Yes!!! Me too, I searched a lot on how to take care of him, and I wanted one ever since I saw how much people look down on them. He's the biggest helper :D

thats wonderful you're being so thorough about his care. im sure hes the happiest boy with you!

they're just such silly animals and such attention seekers lol. i love when you pet them and you can tell theyre absolutely loving it!

i wish you both a happy long life together

 

[fedup1982]

Aww, beautiful. I love the sounds pigeons and doves make. They can be surprisingly affectionate too

 

[Opera]

I love pigeons ♥ What's his name?

His name is Hubert

 

[CatLvr]

We had pigeons when I was a kid. I absolutely loved them -- and oh my gosh when the coo when you pet them!! How can that NOT melt your heart?? They are beautiful birds.

I am SO happy you found something that makes you happy. I have my dog and my cats. Well, and my ducks ... Lol And chickens and guinea pigs. It is amazing what a pet can do for your peace of mind. And yes, I also worry about what will happen my mental health when I lose a pet. I guess I have kinda insulated myself from that by having a BUNCH of lovely animals to cate for. Lol

I can tell you having other pets to comfort you does help with the loss of anyone or thing. I recently lost my husband. A month later I lost my OG dog. Honestly, I am not sure what I would have done if I hadn't had everybody else around here to love and comfort me. They really are a lifeline. Literally.

Could you get another pigeon?? That way you and Hubert would have another friend?? A lot of what lightens my heart is watching my dog and cats play together -- my dog thinks he's a cat and my cats think they are dogs so it's "interesting" around here to say the least. I'd give ANYTHING if I could convince the dog he shouldn't try to get in the window sill ... Or walk on the back of the sofa!