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Sorry to read this. Consider getting a pigeon that will stay; one of my favorites are Indian Fantails.

I do no know why, but I keep thinking about you and the pigeon. It seems to me that the bird has made its choice. You let it go at least once and t came back to you. Pigeons do not work on mindless instinct alone; they can make choices. Enjoy your new pet.

No. Not crazy at all. Birds/pets can be quite compelling. Some of them capture the heart quickly. If you do find the owner perhaps they would be willing to sell him. As another post said, it is possible the owner will not want the bird back. A homer that can not return to its loft would not be...

I hope you get to keep him.

When I had pigeons (hope to have them again soon) I let them fly and exercise. But I know if I had one that was a pet and I was attached to it-it would not fly free. A single pigeon can be kept as a pet provided it is given attention. Pigeons need room to fly and exercise; it does not have to...

Homers are very fast fliers, but some hawks can fly faster. I posted about hawks so you would know there was a danger in letting your homer fly free. You have to decide on whether or not to allow the free flight. That danger includes him just walking on the ground. I've lost more than a few...

Yes. It is normal behavior for a tame pigeon. Being more intelligent than other species also means that they adapt faster. It does not take long for them to realize that you are not going to hurt them and they have a good thing going. I rave about my birds whenever I get the chance, so rave...

For a bird they are fairly intelligent and make good pets. I answered a post last week from a guy who's dove (very closely related to pigeons) considered him her mate. Enjoy your new pet.

A beautiful bird. I always enjoyed how sunlight makes their feathers gleam.

If you can, post a picture. Farm supply stores often carry wire rabbit cages that are not too expensive variety of sizes. They have to be assembled, but that's not too hard. We have FARM AND FLEET here in Wisconsin that carries many items that come in handy with pets and farm animals.

From your earlier posts it sounds as though the pigeon is tame. Tame enough to just pick up? Or offer food with an open door. Maybe he will come in again. A large net?

Not all homers have a strong homing ability. Most likely it's a young bird that was released and did not find its way home. At times his happens because the bird is tired out; don't be surprised if it leaves when it gets the chance. Check out the band-you may be able to locate the owner.