First Show

[salty]

Thinking of taking five of my birds to their first show...have nio idea where to start EXCEPT that I am getting the appropriate health tests done. YHELP

 

[Funky Feathers]

OK, I'll try to help. First- P/T & AI testing. Next, fill out entry form & mail it in. 1 week before show- spray or powder them for lice/mites. 2-3 days before show- trim nails, bathe & blow dry them, polish beaks & legs/feet (vaseline, neosporin, etc.). Day of show- touch up, polish beaks & feet again, fluff up (if Silkies). Then go to the show and enjoy!

 

[Pathfinders]

Quote:
I've written some articles about how to show, and prepare for a show, that might be of help to you. See them here:

How to Show Your Chickens

http://www.pathfindersfarm.com/Showing.html

How to wash a chicken:

http://www.ehow.com/how_4512807_wash-a-chicken.html

Conditioning & Prepping for Shows

http://www.pathfindersfarm.com/Prepping.html

Hope these help!

Best,

 

[loverOFchickens]

I use iodine to clean combs and wattles it works great!!