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Racing Pigeons for Fun

admin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:08:19 +0000

Pigeon Elite asked:

Whether you love animals or racing, or looking for a fun hobby, sport or business opportunity pigeon racing may be the thing you’re looking for. It may sound strange to some but the numbers speak for themselves and is enjoyed by millions.

There are more than two million pigeon fanciers worldwide and continues to grow every year. Pigeon racing is a fascinating and educational sport and hobby and is frequently nicknamed “Horse racing of the sky” The reason being that pigeon racing provides the same challenges and satisfaction as horse racing but at a fraction of the cost. These aren’t your ordinary street fowl, to compare them together would be like comparing a thoroughbred race horse to a mule, but unlike horse racing, pigeon racing allows you to be part of the action instead of a spectator.

Although Pigeon racing can be a thrilling, exciting and fascinating sport that at times can be taken seriously it can also be a fun hobby that the whole family can enjoy. Often relieving the tension and stress of daily life as well as teaching important principals such as sportsmanship, responsibility and camaraderie and if that wasn’t enough pigeon racing can spark interest in subjects like nutrition, genetics, mathematics, psychology, physiology, problem solving just to name a few. Pigeon racing is an extremely fulfilling sport and hobby from the everyday life of the pigeon from watching them care and feed their young, building nests, incubating their eggs, putting together a brand new mating pair to the exciting job of building a race team, nutrition, training, breeding and of course racing.

Racing Pigeons – A little Known Sport

admin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:24:44 +0000

If there was ever an under-appreciated sport out there, its definitely the sport of racing pigeons.

I mean, there are a lot of bird watching groups, and other bird related hobby groups out there, but pigeon racing is definitely unique.

What is Pigeon Racing?

Well, exactly what it sounds like, really. But the thing with pigeons is that fact that pigeons can travel huge distances at once, and stay on course. They can also fly up to 60mph, no problem.

Many individuals use them as homing pigeons, to carry messages or small items from one location to the next. But that’s getting off the point…

Now, in order to race pigeons, they need to be exercised properly, and just like any other animal, they need to be trained. In fact, they have to be trained, so that they don’t fly away!

How do you get into Pigeon Racing?

First off, you need a pigeon of course! The best place is to look for pigeons that are for sale, then go ahead and buy one (or some) from a certified pigeon breeder, to buy young birds.

If you want to buy winning pigeons already, that may a great start as well. make sure you find out how old the bird is first, before the purchase is made.You should also verify that the owner has won races before you buy it.

Also, you may hear something that is known as “eye sign” but this doesn’t necessarily mean that the pigeon is a good racer, so don’t base everything on that item alone.

Probably the best way to learn about the sport is pick up a pigeon racing guide.

racing pigeons Video

admin — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:49:21 +0000

65c1343 asked:

racing pigeons

Can a male racing pigeon with a weak pectoral muscle produce,offspring that have a good muscle?

admin — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:13:45 +0000

Luke asked:

While doing some research I found that racing pigeons that stick their tail up when being handled,have a weak pectoral muscle so they are not good racers.One of my male pigeons does stick his tail up and I wish to know whether if his young would be good for racing.Another thing I wish to know is what pigeon size is the best for racing as I have some that are small and others are very big.Thanks

Hi, can a racing pigeon, or ring necked dove, breed with a normal pigeon and produce alive young?

admin — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:11:39 +0000

Bird Lover (pigeons and doves) asked:

Hello. I am going to buy some ring necked doves, some racing pigeons. Can racing pigeons breed with a normal pigeon off of the street? And can a ring necked dove breed with a white dove? Can they produce offspring?

I`m so confused. Thanks.

why do you tell me there wild birds i have racing pigeons?

admin — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:43:34 +0000

mego asked:

i let my pigeons race and they come home thats a homing pigeon,so why do you give me dumb answer?are u a pigeon head?

(Pigeon is going to die)PLEASE tell me where I can find Racing Pigeon supplies near me (Trenton NJ)?

admin — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:40:43 +0000

Gio16 asked:

I would GREATLY appreciate it if someone would tell me where I can locate some food and supplies for my racing pigeons, i have no food for them and they will die if I don’t find the right supplies.

PLEASE HELP ME

If a pheasant on my land, I have been told that it’s my property, would this also apply to a racing pigeon?

admin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:32:44 +0000

meemee asked:

I think racing pigeons is a cruel sport, they must be under stress for the need to get home, not to mention the exaustion.

How much is a racing pigeon worth?

admin — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 11:59:30 +0000

Charlotte H asked:

The bloke a few doors down owns about 15 racing pigeons but my cat killed one and ate it. He doesn’t know it was anything to do with my cat, but I was just wondering how much one racing pigeon is worth if he ever did find out about it and made me pay.

Just curious

Where do I report found racing pigeons to?

admin — Wed, 20 May 2009 20:56:52 +0000

Pippa asked:

This past week we have had two racing pigeons turn up at our yard, one was found dead in an out building but I’ve managed to catch the other. They both have numbered rings.