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March 16, 2026

The pet I’ll never forget: Penny, the pigeon who never left my side

Why would anyone kick a bird? Penny was delightful company from the moment I rescued her from some bullies in a pub

The pet I’ll never forget: Penny, the pigeon who never left my side

TL;DR

  • A pigeon was rescued after being kicked by customers in a pub.
  • The pigeon, named Penny, became imprinted on her rescuer and refused to leave.
  • Penny went viral online, with people naming her and following her story.
  • Penny lived with her rescuer, learning tricks and enjoying companionship.
  • Penny died after 1.5 years due to an abscess on her liver.
  • Penny's Pigeon Aid was established in her memory to change perceptions of pigeons.