Feather lice are an irritiating part of raisng Pigeons. The pictures above shows what they look like. Although not harmful to the birds, they do chew holes int he feathers of birds. When you hear someone talk about “pinholes” in…
How to Give Your Racing Pigeons Oral Medications
How to Give Your Racing Pigeons Oral Medications by Slobberknocker Lofts To give a racing pigeon a pill or other oral medication or vitamin supplement, I simply use my index finger to gently open the beak as shown in the pictured below.…
Vaccinating Your Racing Pigeons The Safe Way
Vaccinating Your Racing Pigeons The Safe Way by Slobberknocker Lofts The second way to vaccinate is much safer on the racing pigeon and has virtually NO health risk to the bird. I put the bird upside down between my knees with the…
Vaccinating a Racing Pigeon Subcutaneously
Vaccinating a Racing Pigeon Subcutaneously by Slobberknocker Lofts There are two ways to vaccinate a racing pigeon. One is subcutaneously in the back of the neck. To vaccinate this way, lay the racing pigeon across your lap, holding the bird…
Things to Avoid When Medicating Your Racing Pigeons
Things to Avoid When Medicating Your Racing Pigeons By Dr. David Marx We have all heard these things before, I am sure, but we all forget and need to be reminded periodically of the medication no-no’s. There are all degrees…
Medicating Racing Pigeons
Medicating Racing Pigeons Requirements for medicating racing pigeons differ depending on each fancier’s specific situation. There is no hard and fast rule for medicating. Overall, medication should be given only if there is a specific reason for doing so. Situations…
Pigeon Disease – The Eight Most Common Health Problems in Pigeons
The eight most common health problems with our pigeons are: Paratyphoid, Paramyxovirus, Canker, Cocci, Worms, Adeno-Coli Syndrome, Ornithosis and Candida. 1. PARATHYPHOID (Salmonella) Paratyphoid can be caused by un-sanitary conditions and the contamination of feed by rodents. It also can occur…
Settling and Loft Flying Pigeons – Feed & Medication Program For Young Birds In Training
Settling and Loft Flying Pigeons – Feed & Medication Program For Young Birds In Training SETTLING and LOFT FLY: 35-40 DAY OLD BIRDS should be settled to the loft and know the trapping procedures. As birds start flying freely around…
The Wonders of Apple Cider Vinegar
The Wonders of Apple Cider Vinegar Real apple cider vinegar is a natural substance, but only if from a bio farm. It strengthens the immune system, as it is an excellent source of trace and micro elements. However, this is…
Pigeon Medical Formulary
The following medical formulary was compiled and is recommended for use by the Association of Avian Veterinarians, General Considerations Purpose: The purpose of this formulary is to provide a concise, accurate description and proper dosage of the common drugs used…
