Looking for my first Homing Pigeons

[TracyChampion]

Originally Posted by spirit wings

I have not known anyone who has purchased birds from them so...I don't know. seems a little pricey, but if you find what you want it maybe worth it to you...I like the coop tumblers, but with shipping they would be 170.00.
also if you get a pair you could let them raise two babies and you would have 4 pigeons...then you would need to use the dummy eggs as to not have anymore as they multiply quickly...maybe someone will post that has bought from them....keep checking back.

Can you train a bird that age though? I thought that they needed to be much younger.

[TracyChampion]

Originally Posted by Lovebirds

Thank you. No one needs a loft as big as mine, trust me.........LOL

This man races birds. He also sells his birds for quite a bit of money. If you just want some "pets" he MIGHT have some that he would give you.........don't know, you'd have to ask. I expect he also quite breeding quite a while ago, but he's got a pretty big operation, so he might have some squeakers now.........
Hampton Roads R. P. C.
Steve Jenkins.................................(757)857-6202
541 Roland Dr., Norfolk, VA 23509
Steve67@cox.net

I spoke to Mr Jenkins ( He was a very nice gentleman) and I think I may have something worked out with him. YAY!

[Lovebirds]

Originally Posted by TracyChampion

I spoke to Mr Jenkins ( He was a very nice gentleman) and I think I may have something worked out with him. YAY!

Great! Let us know how it goes.

[LokotaLoft]

the flyhomeloft that Renee has listed has a lot of young birds for sale if you justr take a look thru their forsale page and some nice colors to boot just click here and look thru them you might see what your looking for http://www.flyhome.name/main/sale/YB%20for%20sale.htm

[dixiebuckeye]

Originally Posted by Lovebirds

Thank you. No one needs a loft as big as mine, trust me.........LOL

This man races birds. He also sells his birds for quite a bit of money. If you just want some "pets" he MIGHT have some that he would give you.........don't know, you'd have to ask. I expect he also quite breeding quite a while ago, but he's got a pretty big operation, so he might have some squeakers now.........
Hampton Roads R. P. C.
Steve Jenkins.................................(757)857-6202
541 Roland Dr., Norfolk, VA 23509
Steve67@cox.net

The babies will be ready in a couple of weeks. I will call you when ready Tracey for pick up.

Good luck,

Steve

[Lovebirds]

Originally Posted by dixiebuckeye

The babies will be ready in a couple of weeks. I will call you when ready Tracey for pick up.

Good luck,

Steve

Thanks Steve. I knew you'd help her if you could.

[TracyChampion]

Originally Posted by dixiebuckeye

The babies will be ready in a couple of weeks. I will call you when ready Tracey for pick up.

Good luck,

Steve

That's great! I really appreciate this.

[TracyChampion]

http://www.jones-seed.com/pc-42-6-70...d-quality.aspx


I'm having trouble finding a good quality feed around here. Is there anything wrong with the seed that I've linked above?


GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Crude Protein, not less than 17.00%
Crude Fat, not less than 2.00%
Crude Fiber, not more than 6.00%
Moisture, not more than 12.00%

INGREDIENTS
Canadian Peas, Austrian Peas, Wheat, Oat Groats, Milo, Red Proso Millet, Map

[Lovebirds]

Originally Posted by TracyChampion

http://www.jones-seed.com/pc-42-6-70...d-quality.aspx


I'm having trouble finding a good quality feed around here. Is there anything wrong with the seed that I've linked above?


GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
Crude Protein, not less than 17.00%
Crude Fat, not less than 2.00%
Crude Fiber, not more than 6.00%
Moisture, not more than 12.00%

INGREDIENTS
Canadian Peas, Austrian Peas, Wheat, Oat Groats, Milo, Red Proso Millet, Map

That seed is high in protein and that will be good for your new youngsters for a couple of months. I actually would LOVE to be able to get that here during breeding season. 17% protein is good for breeders.
Might ought to ask Steve where he gets his feed.

[TracyChampion]

Originally Posted by Lovebirds

That seed is high in protein and that will be good for your new youngsters for a couple of months. I actually would LOVE to be able to get that here during breeding season. 17% protein is good for breeders.
Might ought to ask Steve where he gets his feed.

Great idea. Thanks.


Edit: I just got a message back from Steve and he gave the name of the gentleman that he buys feed from. I really can't say thank you to him enough.

You too Lovebirds! Thank you all for all your help and all the information.

[spirit wings]

might want to check Clarks feed and seed if that what it is still called. it is off big bethel Rd if I remember right. they may be able to order what you want.

[TracyChampion]

Thanks! I'm going to check with steve's chap first but I'll keep that in mind as a back up.

[re lee]

Go to IF or the AU web site see if any race clubs are close by you THen contact the race sec, THey might just fix you up With a couple of birds. I looked at the web site you posted I would recommend you not get any there. If I did live so far I would send you some BUt shipping would be say 50 to 60 dollars and you would have to get a box. I think you can find some body close.

[TracyChampion]

Originally Posted by re lee

Go to IF or the AU web site see if any race clubs are close by you THen contact the race sec, THey might just fix you up With a couple of birds. I looked at the web site you posted I would recommend you not get any there. If I did live so far I would send you some BUt shipping would be say 50 to 60 dollars and you would have to get a box. I think you can find some body close.

Thanks but I think I'm set. I've spoken to a few wonderful people in the area who have been lovely.

[spirit wings]

Originally Posted by TracyChampion

Thanks but I think I'm set. I've spoken to a few wonderful people in the area who have been lovely.

keep us posted! and post some pic when you get yur birds....we love pics!