Homing Pigeon Questions

[RareFeathers]

i just got 4 showpen homers, and the breeder said they were still young, and they aren't too good at flying. anyway, how long do i have to keep them in till i can be sure they will come back?

thanks

james

 

[Hoss1975]

How old are the birds?If the are more than a couple months old you will probably never be able to let them out.If they are just squeakers 3-4 weeks before they should be let out.

 

[larrylofts]

I Think What You Got Are What Americans Call American Show Racers . If So They Are Not As Well Bred For Homeing As The Racers . So After A Month And A Little Trap Training They Should Be Ok. If You Can Post Pics As There Are So Many Homer Vareitys .someone Can Tell What You Have For Sure.

 

[RareFeathers]

they are making squeaking noises, especially when i pick them up. would one photo be suffice to tell what they are?i haven't been able to get any good pictures so far.

 

[RareFeathers]

sorry, i found out that they're Racing Homers

 

[Mary Of Exeter]

If they are squeaking, then they are young enough to break. Yes, one picture would be good enough to tell how old they are

Keep them in for a couple weeks to trap train and get them used to a food call.