Article Provided by Bob Prisco In both the racing and breeding loft the true value of a pigeon will be found only by actual results (good and bad), either by flying or by the quality of the young it produces. …
Culling Unproductive Flyers and Breeders (part1 of 2)
Article provided by Bob Prisco Culling is a procedure that is easy for some, hard for others and impossible for many fanciers. Each fancier must identify the goals for his loft that he wishes to achieve before he knows which…
Pigeon Feeding Schedule Utilizing Raw Peanuts
Pigeon Feeding Schedule Utilizing Raw Peanuts Before breeding season keep all breeders on a protein diet of 15-17% grain mixture and an assortment of various grains, 12-18 different types of seed, plus electrolytes, vitamins, minerals in the water 2 times…
Conclusion – Feed and Medication Programs for Young Birds in Training
Over the past few days we have discussed Bob prisco’s feed and medication program for his young birds during weaning, settling & loft flying and road training. If you missed those articles you can read them by clicking the links below. =>…
Helpful tips for Pigeon Auctions (part 3 of 3)
Helpful tips for pigeon auctions continued… 6. Avoid “Auction Fever”. It will cause a buyer to spend more than he or she wants. Hold you emotions in check. Free food and alcohol affect these emotions. The food is OK, but…
Pigeon Auction Helpful Tips (part 2 of 3)
Helpful Tips for purchasing pigeons at auctions. 1. Make sure the representatives of the auction company or the sponsors and management of the auction have a vested interest to provide a positive image for the sport and have excellent reputations…
Pigeon Auctions, Helpful Tips (Part 1 of 3)
The vast majority of public auctions are credible events that provide an excellent opportunity for buyers and sellers to meet at a central location and conduct business. Also, they provide an excellent opportunity for buyers and sellers to arrive at…
Education: Important to Young Bird Training (Part 2 of 2)
When we start road training, we start about 1/2 mile away from the loft, releasing the birds at this point 2-3 times. Remember, the routine is the same training, land, trap and peanuts. We gradually increase the distance of our…
Education: Important to Young Bird Training (Part 1 of 2)
As parents, we want the best for our children. We send them to the best schools. We want them to have the best teachers. We buy them the best equipment to learn and study. We spend time and money to…
Breeding Program for Success Part 2
Breeding Program for Success Part 2 11.One or two pair of proven breeders and their closely related bloodlines (brothers / sisters, etc.) can bring great honor to a fancier for many years. The 3 season young bird race series requires…
