Pigeons are one of the most useful 'training tools' for a bird dog. Calvin Harpe, a long time aviculturist and Pudelpointer breeder of Oxbow Kennel, shares his knowledge on starting homing pigeons, flock size considerations, coop essentials, vaccination and diet requirements.

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4:40 – Importance of pigeons in training

5:40 – Homing vs feral pigeons

10:10 – Starting pigeons

11:20 – Where to find/buy

14:00 – Flock size considerations

16:20 – Nesting recommendations

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17:50 - Vaccinations/Diseases

22:20 – Perches

23:35 – Ventilation

24:50 – Cleaning and Feeding

27:45 – Keeping Pigeons within city limits

28:20 – Flooring

30:30 – Introducing puppies on pigeons

34:40 - Diet

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