Royal Pigeon Racing Association
Although racing pigeons are well trained by their owners before entry into races, they occasionally become lost due to fatigue and de-hydration. A tired racing pigeon needs protection from cats and other predators. Food (corn, rice, lentils), water and a day's rest will usually enable it to recover enough to continue on its way home. After being fed and watered for a couple of days a lost bird will usually be able to fly home to its loft. If a bird has been kept for several days it is advisable to release the bird some miles away from the place of confinement as,otherwise, it will develop an affinity for the place were it knows that food and water are available.