Hi Kathy, I'm new to the group, too. I have raised albino ringneck doves in my home for about a year, and they have been prolific breeders! I live in...
Hi Kathy:Welcome if you go to www.internationaldovesociety.com you will find lots of information on doves that we who raise, breed and have doves for pets that...
Hi Synthia, Thanks. I went there and that's how I found your group also the formula for Mac Milk. I am looking forward to raising this baby. I have a friend...
Sounds like you are busy. I have no problem handling this little one. It prefers my hand over it's "nest" and cries for me whenever I have to put it down. I...
Hi Barb, I also keep zebra finches and would be greatly interested in your tips on caring for baby zebras that have been rejected or tossed out prematurely. I...
The entry deadline for the Kentucky State Fair pigeon/dove show is July 10.? Call 502-367-5190 for an entry form.? Or go online: www.kystatefair.org We usually...
Hi Cathy, My best guess for rejected zebra finches is that they hatch much later than the rest of the eggs. All of my other hatchlings were out of the nest...
I was told to use piperazine on my pigeons and doves. I can't find the dosage for routine deworming. Also, I have a Swiss Modene that lost weight when his...
Valerie, the dosage for Piperzine is on the bottle. Doves/pigeons is listed. I mix one capful per gallon of water, each day for three days. Taking the water...
Valerie, made a mistake the doves/pigeons is not listed on the bottle. "poultry" is listed. I have always used one cap full per gallon of water. been using it...
Valerie, Hello I'm Sal and you can also use ivomec (ivermectin) it's for cattle. I mix it 3cc per gallon of water, each day for three days. Taking the water...
Sal, is the ivermectin water soluble? Do they make the Ivormec for cattle as water soluble now? If not it will not mix with the water. I also use it, but ...
John, I have always use ivomec, It is injectible for cattle and I put 3cc per gallon and mix it really good. I breed Mountain quail on the ground and have...
Hello Can you worm doves durning breeding season? Do you only worm doves that are in a flight with dirt floor or it best to worm all doves no matter what kind...
Thank you, I will try that. Any thoughts on the Modene? Could it possibly be worms? He is at least 6 years old. Maybe a bit older. Valerie ... Looking for a...
Valerie, the only experience I have with pigeons (Columba livia) is the true Rock Pigeon, received a pair thru an importation many years ago. No experience...
I had a pair of zebra finches that were kicking all the babies out of the nest as they hatched. I kept picking them up and putting them back. Lost 1 out of 4....
Valerie You may want to syringe some water to him. Giving very small amounts often. I find when an adult birds gets sick if you try to fill the crop they...
Pigeon Radio News Letter Pigeon Radio is now Broadcasting in Stereo The staff at Pigeon Radio is happy to announce that this week's guest will be Bill "The...
Hi Kay: 1/2 inch is rather small. They like 2-3 inches bendable dry grass leaves or stems, soft pine needles (white pine type) about 3 inches, or the like....
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I have posted the pictures on clipping a beak. I used a chicken as the beak is larger and the pictures were clearer and you could see the transparent end to be...
I need help to find this Dove a new home! We had a storm Last week and the next day my husband and I went out and saw the Dove sitting on our Grape Vine! The...
I cannot get the pictures to upload. So I have added them to my album online. Below are the links along with instructions on beak clipping and trimming. I can...
I use pick blocks in the lofts. It keeps the beaks trimmed and gives them the extra calcium and minerals they need. I have watched the Doves & Pigeons slide...
When I put the 3 inch hay in the cage, they both broke them into peaces. So I cut the hay the next time and they went to putting in the nest. I did use a...
In a message dated 7/3/2007 4:34:53 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, rdksmith@... writes: I am not sure what caused the cock to throw out the babies. Just...
Yes, this is the second pied that's been posted about that seems to have escaped from somewhere. Pretty bird! Sue ... From: doves-pigeons@yahoogroups.com...
