Rehydration
Often, the greatest need for a rescued pigeon, including one which appears
to be starved, is that it is dehydrated and needs liquids. It may not be
sufficient to merely encourage the bird to drink water by itself, however.
The 'International Rehydration Solution' may be used to provide an immediate source of rehydration and stimulate the metabolism:
| Half a litre of water (preferably filtered) |
| Half a teaspoonful salt |
| Half a tablespoonful sugar or (preferably) glucose |
| Stir until salt and sugar are dissolved and administer lukewarm. |