Pigeons

External Since: Jan 24, 2005 Posts: 1

Hi, just moved to a farm and as a young child (in central Europe) I saw
lot's of people having pigeons. I live in Kingston area of Ontario, Canada
and would like to start raising them. I have lot's of barn space and all I
need is a basic starting information, because my knowledge is zero when it
comes to these lovely birds. I also would like to know where to get the
first starting birds in this area.
All advise and information will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Istvan

External Since: Dec 22, 2004 Posts: 17

Don't know much as I'm very new to the hobby myself. Two things though
if you want to really learn get "The Pigeon" by Wendell Levi, TonyF
recommended it to me and he was spot on. It can be hard to get a hold
of, I got mine for $65 US from half.com. The other thing is that if
you are just wanting to have pigeons flying around the house, its my
understanding that they will pretty much raise themselves, just put
food out for them and a water source, they may not be the healthiest
with little bird parasites and what not, but they should stick around,
before you know it you'll likely have more pigeons than you want. Again
if I'm wrong someone quickly correct me as like I said I'm a real
newbie.

~Mickey