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How can I help my baby pigeon with a splayed leg that won't fold?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

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

Hi. I want to ask that my pigeon (baby) has a stretched leg since birth and it doesn't fold or bend to normal position. What can I do?

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Jessica Desrosiers

Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on September 6th, 2018

Splayed legs can sometimes be splinted together to help the leg grow back into a normal position, strengthen it, and help your bird start to perch and move around. It would be best to bring Piji into a vet so the leg can be examined for any injuries or other issues that might be causing it to be splayed, and splinting can get started if needed. Making sure your birds are also on a balanced diet is a good idea to help prevent any nutritional deficiencies during the growing process.
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  • Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on September 6th, 2018

    Hi there! As mentioned before, you may need to have the leg splinted so it will grow straight. In some cases of splayed or bent legs, splinting it to the other leg can help it to straighten out as the baby grows so that they can use the leg and perch normally. If the leg is unable to bend, physical manipulation and massage may also help. If you already have a vet monitoring it (and taking X-rays) they can let you know if you need to do this, or if you should just keep an eye on the leg as the baby develops.

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