Showing Crevecoeur's and how to train them to allow handling. I've seen several posts that indicate the Crevecoeur is or can be flighty. Seems that judges would not be keen on reaching for a bird that is bouncing off the cage wall. What training do you all do other than handling a bird from...
It would help if you identify your general location so folks would know if you are close to do a pick up vice mailing him. Presume not possible to give him his own private space.
Folks, what matters is that the breed gets seen!
I became interested in the Portuguese Water Dog in the late 80's. VERY few and far between. Seeing and talking to owner/handlers was a thrill. We now have our 3rd PWD who I had shown for awhile (OFA xrays came back mild dysplastic.)
I plan to...
No chickens yet. I like the crested breeds. Figured that when I retire in 11 months, I'd foster a heirloom breed or two as it probably costs the same to house and feed a heirloom breed as a popular breed. The American Livestock Breeds Conservation lists this breed as critical; found this...