you might get 3 rounds this year. The youngbirds will be homeset and get them flying in a group before you think about releasing the parents. Then, understand there are no guarantees, and don't fly a bird you can't afford to lose. But basically, keeping the pair captive while they raise young is your best chance of reorienting them to your location. It looks like a nice roomy loft and they won't suffer for not flying flee. You do your best to make them love your loft with good food, clean water, baths, treats, etc. They aren't robots,... if they get real comfy there then there's a good chance they will stay.
It can be very difficult, since they are so old. But you have an advantage since you have their loft. Firstly, you want to have a little wire cage\aviary so they can see their surroundings and get used to the place. You also want to start trap training them. There are several different types of traps. Heres a picture of one below.
you beat me!Congratulations @MatthewsHomestead that is a beautiful pair. My advice is that for the present you keep them captive as stock birds. Let them give you a few rounds of lovely babies, ...
Again, they are gorgeous!
The more the merrier!you beat me!
You covered it. I think matthew knows they need a cage/aviary or some kind of look around for them to get their bearings. but not sure if one came with the coop. Given that he brought the coop, I'm guessing the seller is not too far...?
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I agree.
Where you have their coop I think you have a distinct advantage.
Good to hear it since I'm passing on wise words I learned from you!
