pigeon feed

[fowlsessed]

the guy I got my pigeons from gets some feed that purina puts out and it costs $25 for a 50# bag. I'm not about to spend that much. What else can I feed them? I get layer pellets for $10 and scratch grain? can they breed and raise squabs on this diet real well? thanks

 

[KWAK]

Layer pellets is all I feed mine and I have 12 pairs on eggs now. I also give them scratch grains with it,

 

[deerman]

the guy I got my pigeons from gets some feed that purina puts out and it costs $25 for a 50# bag. I'm not about to spend that much. What else can I feed them? I get layer pellets for $10 and scratch grain? can they breed and raise squabs on this diet real well? thanks

DON'T feed pigeon scratch.....it has crack corn ,only feed whole corn never cracked. laying pellet just check the % match the pigeon feed

 

[fowlsessed]

deerman, why do you say not to feed cracked corn? just wondering cause I've been giving my pair scratch grains as a treat and cracked corn is the main ingredient.

 

[deerman]

crack corn ,good way to cause canker. plus damage to their throat, been known to cut ,or get stuck

 

[aaabirdman]

Dried peas are the best for a pigeons diet! they really need that. You can also add flaxseed,sesame seeds (occasionally), and sunflower seeds as treats!