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Let’s Talk About Systems…(part 2)

Let’s Talk About Systems…(part 2) The quality of our pigeons is always NUMBER 1. Without athletes, we can never determine how good or bad a system is. I have witnessed many people that believe because they are trying a new…

Let’s Talk About Systems… (part 1)

Let’s Talk About Systems… (part 1) As we begin this subject I checked a dictionary and this is how the word “System” was explained! “A group of interacting, interrelated, or interdependent elements forming a complex whole.” Every one of us…

The Natural System – Tips to Remember

When racing the natural system with a hen and cock that are showing indications of pairing up, separate the two of them for several days before bringing them back together for 30-40 minutes prior to basketting. This trick will stop…

Widowhood – Tips to Remember

When racing the widowhood system, you may notice that the cocks appear to lose interest or the hens act as if they want to start mating with one another, switch the sexes. Allow the cocks to sit on the perches…

Early Race Season for the Old Birds – April in the Loft Part 2

April in the Loft Part 2 – Early Race Season for the Old Birds The month of April begins the racing season for the old birds. Depending on your location, your races may, in fact, be in full swing. Actually,…

April in the Loft Part 1 – Health of the Young Racing Pigeon

April in the Loft Part 1– Health of the Young Racing Pigeon The health of the young racing pigeon is the first and foremost priority of the successful fancier. By this time of year, it is common to have the…

Race Day Concerns—The Effect of Heat and Humidity on the Racing Pigeon

Race Day Concerns—The Effect of Heat and Humidity on the Racing Pigeon Because racing pigeons do not possess sweat glands, control of their bodies’ heat and hydration is regulated through their air sacs. Cooling occurs during respiration as moisture is…