- Apr 25, 2011
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Hi Everyone!
I am new to the forum, and new to game birds.
Okay, here is the background: I am unexpectedly receiving three adult Bobwhites tomorrow, who I believe have metal anti-pick bits applied. The man from whom I'm receiving them, is "getting out" of quail, and I am taking his final three, but he sent them just today, before receiving my check, so I was unable to request that he remove the bits before sending them. I quickly went out today to purchase general supplies: quail crumbles, feed & water stations, absorbent material (no cedar), hay for bedding, sav-a-chick (for stress), meal worms, etc. I've already built a pen with 1/4" welded wire, and will purchase fresh greens for them tomorrow. Please let me know if you recommend other supplies to have on hand.
My main question, however, is can anyone explain to me how to remove the anti-pick bits, or steer me in the right direction for finding instructions or assistance? I did some online research last night, but found absolutely nothing on how to remove the metal anti-pick devices. I'm sure some people feel I should keep the bits, but I really feel strongly about removing them, unless anyone can give a vital reason I need them. I will have only these three bobwhites with the hope of receiving 24 eggs in June. I plan to keep only a small amount of bobwhites, and to spend quite a bit of time with them, so I can be on top of any pecking or cannabilism. Obviously, I imagine the metal of the bit can be cut or separated, but I am particularly concerned about damaging their nares. I spoke to several people at our feed store that sells chickens/turkeys/ducks, but none of them have ever actually encountered a bird with a bit applied. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions on how to remove them, or how to find someone to remove them.
Thanks so much, and do have a lovely evening!
AdL
I am new to the forum, and new to game birds.
Okay, here is the background: I am unexpectedly receiving three adult Bobwhites tomorrow, who I believe have metal anti-pick bits applied. The man from whom I'm receiving them, is "getting out" of quail, and I am taking his final three, but he sent them just today, before receiving my check, so I was unable to request that he remove the bits before sending them. I quickly went out today to purchase general supplies: quail crumbles, feed & water stations, absorbent material (no cedar), hay for bedding, sav-a-chick (for stress), meal worms, etc. I've already built a pen with 1/4" welded wire, and will purchase fresh greens for them tomorrow. Please let me know if you recommend other supplies to have on hand.
My main question, however, is can anyone explain to me how to remove the anti-pick bits, or steer me in the right direction for finding instructions or assistance? I did some online research last night, but found absolutely nothing on how to remove the metal anti-pick devices. I'm sure some people feel I should keep the bits, but I really feel strongly about removing them, unless anyone can give a vital reason I need them. I will have only these three bobwhites with the hope of receiving 24 eggs in June. I plan to keep only a small amount of bobwhites, and to spend quite a bit of time with them, so I can be on top of any pecking or cannabilism. Obviously, I imagine the metal of the bit can be cut or separated, but I am particularly concerned about damaging their nares. I spoke to several people at our feed store that sells chickens/turkeys/ducks, but none of them have ever actually encountered a bird with a bit applied. I would greatly appreciate any suggestions on how to remove them, or how to find someone to remove them.
Thanks so much, and do have a lovely evening!
AdL