Best Feed For Pigeons

Looking for the best pigeon feed? Look no further. I have done all the research for you.

I love my pet pigeon Gerard so much that I bought 30+ different feeds for pigeons to make sure he has the best one and the one he likes the most.

Not surprisingly, some pigeon feeds turned out to be better than others. In this review, I am showing you the 10 best pigeon feeds together with the photos of the feed, its packaging and main information.

Ready? Let’s get started!

The 10 best feeds for pigeons

Here are the top 10 feeds for pigeons I have selected for you out of 20+ that my pigeon tried!😀

The best pigeon feed #1: Hagen Pigeon & Dove Seed

This pigeon feed is the best nutritionally complete bird food. It is great for both pigeons and doves (check the article comparing the pigeon vs dove). Overall, this is the best feed for pigeons, in my opinion.

What makes it the best pigeon feed

• High variety of seed types and added iodine
• Essential vitamins and minerals
• For all pigeons (including pet pigeons) and doves
• Superior quality as seeds are air-cleaner and polished
• Seeds are air-cleaned and polished

Photos of the packaging of this pigeon feed

Here are the photos of the packaging with more detailed information about the ingredients and/or feeding instructions.

Best pigeon feed #2: King 45 Pigeon Mix

This is the best feed for pigeons that have high-energy needs like racing pigeons or larger show pigeons.

What makes it the best pigeon feed

• This is a very nice mix of larger grains for easier feeding
• The feed contains 45% of various peas, which makes it high in protein needed by racing or larger pigeons.
• Contains approximately 17% of protein and 67% of carbs
• Around 351 kcal per 100 g, which makes it high-calorie
• Ingredients contain Canadian field peas, yellow popcorn, white milo, maple peas, hard red wheat, safflower seed, Austrian peas, barley, green field peas, hulled sunflower seed
• It is very important that this feed contains hulled sunflower seed
• Non-GMO

Photos of the feed and/or packaging

Here is a similar but more detailed photo of the feed and the claim it makes that it is non-GMO.

The best pigeon feed #3: Morning Song

This is not strictly pigeon feed but rather feed for ground feeding for wild birds, including doves. However, it has very nice ingredients and can be easily mixed with the main feed of your pet pigeon.

What makes it the best feed for pigeons

• Contains a blend of favorites for doves and ground-feeding birds
• Great for attracting wild birds, including doves
• Ingredients include red milo, white millet, and black oil sunflower
• A great addition to the mix you are feeding your pigeon

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

Here are the photos of the packaging with more detailed information about the ingredients and/or feeding instructions.

Best pigeon feed #4: No Corn Special

This is the best pigeon feed that does not contain corn. If you don’t want to feed your pigeons with corn, this is probably the feed you are looking for.

What makes it the best feed for pigeons

• The lack of corn makes the feed more nutritional, which is ideal for the summer months
• The feed is made of 20% of peas, which makes it high in protein
• There is approx. 13.5% protein and about 67% of carbohydrates
• Ingredients include milo, hard red winter wheat, Canadian field pies, safflower seed, white proso millet, Austrian peas
• Non-GMO

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

Here are the photos of the packaging with more detailed information about the ingredients and/or feeding instructions.

The best pigeon feed #5: Sunburst

If you are looking for some healthy and delicious treats for your pigeon, this is probably the feed you are looking for. It is a mix of fruits, vegetables, and seeds.

What makes this pigeon feed the best

• A healthy and natural snack
• No artificial flavors or colors
• A great component of a balanced diet for pigeons

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

The best pigeon feed #6: Blue Seal

If you are looking for complete pigeon feed aimed at the digestive health of your pigeon, you may definitely want to give the Blue Seal pigeon feed a try.

What makes this pigeon feed the best

• This is a blend of high-quality grains and seeds
• It is great for both fancy pigeons and pet pigeons
• The guaranteed analysis of crude protein min. 13%, crude fat min. 2%, crude fiber max. 4%, and moisture max. 13%.
• The main ingredients include red milo, graded popcorn, flint corn, whole wheat, Canadian pea, white milo, Austrian pea, maple pea, vetch seed, and whole buckwheat

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

The best pigeon feed #7: Tumbler Pigeon Mix

If you are looking for pigeon feed that is high in safflower seed, you may want to try (or rather your pigeon may want to try) Tumbler Pigeon Mix.

What makes this pigeon feed the best

• This is a great formula for pigeons that have high energy needs like show pigeons or racing pigeons
• This is great for feeding pigeons with smaller beaks or your pigeons as it has no field corn or maple peas
• It contains 14% protein and 61% carbs
• 100 g of the feed contains 398 kcal
• The main ingredients include safflower seed, Canadian field peas, hard red winter wheat, milo, yellow popcorn, barley, white proso millet, oat groats, red proso millet, vetch, and flax.

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

The best pigeon feed #8: Regular Pigeon Mix

If you are looking for a pigeon feed that is high in small-graded Nutra Corn, then Regular Pigeon Mix will be a great choice.

What makes this pigeon feed the best

• Ideal for pigeons with high energy needs due to its high content of small-graded Nutra Corn (33%)
• The feed is also high in peas (20%)
• This is a well-balanced ratio for general purposes for most pigeons, including pet pigeons
• It contains 12% protein and 72% carbs
• 100 g of the feed has 355 kcal
• Non-GMO

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

The best pigeon feed #9: Premium 22 Pigeon Mix

If you are looking for an all-purpose pigeon feed with a good variety of grain, you may want to give your pigeon Premium 22 Pigeon Mix.

What makes this pigeon feed the best

• Great all-purpose feed that satisfies fussy eaters.
• The contains 22 different types of grains
• 25% of peas, which makes the feed high in protein
• It contains 13.5% protein and around 65% carbs
• Ingredients include small-graded Nutra Corn, Canadian field peas, hard red winter wheat, red milo, white milo, safflower seed, maple peas, Austrian peas, roasted soybeans, red dent corn, hybrid red flint corn, lentils, white proso millet, green field peas, oat groats, brown rice, barley, vetch, flax, hemp, rape seed, red proso millet.

Photos of the feed and/or its packaging

A word about understanding the nutritional needs of pigeons

The basic nutritional requirements of pigeons

Pigeons, like all living organisms, have specific nutritional requirements that must be met in order to maintain good health.

• The basic nutritional needs of pigeons include protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Protein is essential for the growth, repair, and maintenance of body tissues.
• Pigeons need a diet that is high in protein, particularly when they are growing, breeding, or recovering from illness.
• Carbohydrates provide energy for the pigeon’s body and are also important for maintaining healthy digestion.
• Vitamins and minerals are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system, as well as promoting growth and reproduction.

The different types of feed available

When it comes to feeding your pet pigeon, there are several types of feed available on the market.

• The most common types of feed include seed mix, pellets, and fruits and vegetables.
• Seed mix, as the name suggests, is a combination of different types of seeds that are tailored to meet the nutritional needs of pigeons.
• Pellets are a type of feed that is made from a combination of seeds, grains, and other ingredients that are compressed into small, uniform-sized pieces.
• Fruits and vegetables are a great source of vitamins and minerals and can be offered in small amounts as a supplement to the basic diet.

How to choose the best feed for your pigeon

Tips for selecting a high-quality feed:

• Look for non-GMO ingredients
• Avoid fillers like corn and barley
• Try different feeds and observe which ones your pigeon likes the most

The importance of variety in a pigeon’s diet:

• Pigeons require a balanced diet to maintain optimal health and performance. Feeding a variety of ingredients can help ensure that they are getting all the necessary nutrients.

Factors to consider when choosing a feed:

• Age of the pigeon (e.g. chick, adult)
• Breeding status (e.g. breeding, non-breeding)
• Health conditions (e.g. specific dietary needs for birds with certain health issues)

I have already written a lot of articles about pigeon diet, so make sure to check them all out:

• Can Pigeons Eat Rice?
• Do Pigeons Explode When They Eat Rice?
• Best Food For Pigeons
• What Do Pigeons Eat?

What pigeon feed is my pigeon’s favorite?

Gerard has tasted 30+ different pigeon feeds and the following feeds are his favorites by far:

• Hagen Pigeon & Dove Feed
• King 45 Pigeon Mix

Frequently asked questions about pigeon feeds

If you are not an experienced pigeon owner, these questions may really help you.

Check other articles about pigeons:

• Do Pigeons Make Milk?
• How Do Pigeons Know Where To Go?
• What Sound Does A Pigeon Make?
• Why Does A Pigeon Coo?
• 11 Myths About Pigeons
• 30 Facts About Pigeons