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Tembo

  • Adult
  • Unknown
  • Small
  • dove
  • Pigeon

About Tembo

Chicago, IL

Species & Breed

dove
Pigeon

Physical Traits

Adult
Gender: Unknown
Small
Brown, Black, Gray

Behavior

Tembo’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Tembo's Story

"Mother Nature painted the sky a warm golden color which reflected on the mirror like calmness of the Zambezi River this dawn." Tembo, the larger than life pigeon, rode proudly on the back of his friend the Great African Bush elephant. He swayed with the easy smooth steps of the elephant as they made their way to the banks for morning breakfast. "Jambo jambo Tembo,” the animals of Africa greeted their friend with a cheerful "hello." Another glorious day begins on the coastal plain of Africa. Beautiful Tembo is a lovely pigeon whose name means "elephant" in Kiswahili. Two bronze sunsets have caught a likeness in Tembo's eyes...deep and soft and lovingly longing for a forever home. Tembo has survived "stringfoot." This is a term to describe pigeons’ feet that have become entangled in foreign matter such as hair, dental floss, yarn, and other materials that are cast off by humans as waste. It can be very painful, and at times the birds can loose toes. Rescued and relieved to feel better, Tembo is now waiting his chance to become a member of a special family. Bahati njema Tembo. Good fortune is just around the corner.

"Mother Nature painted the sky a warm golden color which reflected on the mirror like calmness of the Zambezi River this dawn." Tembo, the larger than life pigeon, rode proudly on the back of his friend the Great African Bush elephant. He swayed with the easy smooth steps of the elephant as they made their way to the banks for morning breakfast. "Jambo jambo Tembo,” the animals of Africa greeted their friend with a cheerful "hello." Another glorious day begins on the coastal plain of Africa. Beautiful Tembo is a lovely pigeon whose name means "elephant" in Kiswahili. Two bronze sunsets have caught a likeness in Tembo's eyes...deep and soft and lovingly longing for a forever home. Tembo has survived "stringfoot." This is a term to describe pigeons’ feet that have become entangled in foreign matter such as hair, dental floss, yarn, and other materials that are cast off by humans as waste. It can be very painful, and at times the birds can loose toes. Rescued and relieved to feel better, Tembo is now waiting his chance to bec

"Mother Nature painted the sky a warm golden color which reflected on the mirror like calmness of the Zambezi River this dawn." Tembo, the larger than life pigeon, rode proudly on the back of his friend the Great African Bush elephant. He swayed with the easy smooth steps of the elephant as they made their way to the banks for morning breakfast. "Jambo jambo Tembo,” the animals of Africa greeted their friend with a cheerful "hello." Another glorious day begins on the coastal plain of Africa. Beautiful Tembo is a lovely pigeon whose name means "elephant" in Kiswahili. Two bronze sunsets have caught a likeness in Tembo's eyes...deep and soft and lovingly longing for a forever home. Tembo has survived "stringfoot." This is a term to describe pigeons’ feet that have become entangled in foreign matter such as hair, dental floss, yarn, and other materials that are cast off by humans as waste. It can be very painful, and at times the birds can loose toes. Rescued and relieved to feel better, Tembo is now waiting his chance to become a member of a special family. Bahati njema Tembo. Good fortune is just around the corner.

How To Adopt

Tembo was listed as Adoptable by Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue
How can I adopt Tembo?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
When can I meet Tembo?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tembo, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue's Adoption Policy
Our adoption fee is $40 for a single pigeon or a married pair of pigeons. We offer shipping for an additional charge. Our adoptable pigeons have received necessary medical care to ensure they are strong and healthy. Adoption fees go toward these expenses and toward rescuing and caring for other pigeons.

Tembo is from Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue

[Chicago, IL]

Our Mission
To save the lives of homeless domestic and non-releasable pigeons and doves in the Great Lakes region, who otherwise would face euthanasia or a slow death from lack of care, by providing foster homes, adoption services, medical treatment, and compassionate education about the need for pigeon and dove rescue.
Please contact organization for hours
Visits by appointment only
Location
Greater Chicago Area Chicago, IL, 60611

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