The Heroic Story of Cher Ami Prior to the age of electronic communication, pigeons were one of the most reliable forms of communication in existence. During World War I, pigeons carried thousands of messages that saved many hundreds of lives.…
*Video* Pigeons Helping People
This is a fantastic news story from CBS News Assignment America with Steve Hartman that shows how pigeons are helping save people. In this video you’ll meet former gang member Bobby Wilson who has changed his life because of pigeons…
Sexing Racing Pigeons
Sexing Racing Pigeons Let me get this out of the way here first I am not an writer by trade, this will be a listing of statements, facts and observations on the many ways of telling the gender of homing…
Pigeon Health Matters Part 2 – The Race Stage
Race stage Aim: To maintain winning form through the entire season by good management and maintenance of health. This is when it gets interesting. It is also the time when most fanciers start making serious mistakes. During competition medication is…
Tricks for Pigeon Foster Parenting
Trick 1: If you have a pair where the hen has stopped laying eggs due to any kind of reason, know that you can use this pair as foster parents. A pair which has been trying to get some…
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…
10 Mistakes of Non-Champions
10 MISTAKES OF THE NON-CHAMPIONS by Ad Schaerlaeckens Many champions share the same ideas and fanciers that will never be champions are also of a type. The reason why they will never be champions is not the fact that they…
Spraddle Legged Pigeons
I am sure we have all experienced spraddle-legged youngsters in the nest. Here one or both legs splays outward producing a deformity in the leg or legs. The deformity is mainly in the ability to position the limb in a…
Difficulties with Eggs and Babies
Difficulties with Eggs and Babies This time of the year when many of us are expecting our first round of youngsters to hatch, we are disappointed with some aspect of our breeding success. The most common problems being clear eggs;…
The Fundamentals of Pigeon Racing
Ever since becoming interested in pigeon racing I have had the pleasure of talking with and interviewing dozens of champion pigeon fanciers and I have noticed that they all pretty much have one thing in common, and that thing is that they…
