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Dr. Walker's The Pigeon
World famous Dr. Colin Walker has written one
of the most extensive books on pigeons since
Wendell Levi wrote his book “The Pigeon”.
Dr. Walker’s book, released here in the United
States, in 2014, is a hard back, 664 page
book, that is destined to be the Go-To book
of the 20th century. Dr. walker has been at the
forefront of the pigeon hobby for years, and 15
years age wrote the book I have used as my
pigeon heath bible for years.
Dr. Walker’s “The Pigeon” is full of up-to-date information and
includes chapters on Common Diseases, Young Birds, Breeding,
Health Programs, Nutrition, The Loft, Diagnostics for the Fancier, The
Modern Pigeons and much more. The book contains 1250 color pictures
Dr. Walker’s The Pigeon covers such a wide range of topics that
there is sure to be something here for every fancier. Yet, at the same
time, it will be no doubt be referred to by veterinarians world-wide
and also people simply wanting to learn more about these remarkable
birds.
Hard Back, 664 pages, 1250 Color Pictures, It is a must have for any
fancier from beginner to life-long fanciers.
#9010 Dr. Walker's The Pigeon $140.00
PIGEON GENETICS
Pigeon Genetics III
Have you ever bought a pair of pigeons and wondered
what they will produce as far as color and pattern?
Have you ever had a pair of pigeons produce a
"surprise"? Have you ever obtained a pair of pigeons
having been told you will get this color or that color
from them only to be disappointed in the results? If
you answered yes to any of these questions than this
book is for you!! Written by Bob McGuan who is by no means a genetics
expert, but has studied genetics and applied many of the rules
and examples you will read about in this book. The book is full of
colored pictures which gives you an example of what Bob is writing
about. Some of the colors discussed are fish red, blue/black, brown,
dilute, indigo, grizzle, opal, red & yellow, milky, almond, kite and more.
The book is written so that anyone will understand and it is really easy
to check a particular color by going to the page with that color. 44
pages, soft cover, 5 1/2" x 7 1/2", in color.
#827 Pigeon Genetics III $9.00
Pigeon Genetics
Available to the North American pigeon hobby in
2013, this 527 page, hard cover book is the most
complete book on pigeon genetics ever written.
Written by Axel Sell, who also authored the book
"Breeding and Inheritance In Pigeons", the most acclaimed
book ever written on genetics in pigeons.
The new book contains nineteen chapters, some of
which are; The Main Colorations, Grizzle and other
Whitening Traits, Selected Dominant Traits, White and Pieds, Mosaik
etc., Linkage and Correlations and so much more. Just about all
of the pictures are excellent quality color. Breeders form around the
world, including the U.S. have made significant contributions and PI-
GEON GENETICS is a must for the beginner or experienced breeder
who wishes to further his knowledge of pigeon genetics.
#9052 "Pigeon Genetics" $85.00
"White Pigeons: The Color of Money"
A booklet, written by Jerry Gagne, to address the needs and
questions of the novice pigeon flyer, who wishes to tap into
the multi-million dollar white dove release business. Chapters
Include: "Where Do I Start?", "The New Building", "Loft
Maintenance", "Feed & Feeding", Health Management", "Breeding",
"Training" & Advertising".
#9002 "White Pigeons: The Color of Money" $13.00
PIGEON HEALTH
"Coughs & Colds: Croaks & Canker"
By Frank Harper, well known Vet and fancier. Easy to
understand, illustrated in a color booklet that takes
the fancier through the causes, signs and treatments
for each respective problem. This book is intended
to help explain and identify some of the signs of respiratory
trouble the fancier might see. 64 pages, 6
1/2" x 9 paperback.
#9040 "Coughs & Colds: Croaks & Canker" $16.00
"Problem Droppings Explained"
A great little book that will help the fancier recognize health
problems by paying attention to the pigeon’s droppings.
This book sets out to: Describe and explain some of the
reasons (and possible causes) of the changes that might
be seen in the droppings. To explain the usefulness (and
limitations) of the laboratory examination of the droppings.
To help the interested fancier make use of a microscope. To suggest a
sensible approach to treatment. Chapters include Normal Droppings,
Changes That Might Be Seen., Trouble-shooting Guide to Changed
Droppings, Droppings Testing, Control of Droppings Problems by
Management. Treatment by medication. Many colored pictures are included
in this 59 page book. When you have a working knowledge of
what healthy droppings look like, and what changes to healthy droppings
mean, you are well on your way to correcting health problems in
the loft. Written by Dr. Frank Harper.
#9041 "Problem Droppings Explained" $13.00
"A Veterinary Approach To Pigeon Health"
by Dr. David Marx, DVM. Probably America’s best
known pigeon vet. An accomplished racing pigeon
flyer, he was founding and two-term president of the
Association of Pigeon Veterinarians. This book is a
must for all pigeon fanciers and discusses medication
available in the USA. Chapters include: Bacterial
Infections-Paratyphoid, E-Coli; Viral Infections-Adenovirus,
Paramyxovirus, Pox, One Eye Colds; Parasites-Coccidiosis,
Worms, Trichomoniasis; Reproduction-Hen Problems,
Sterility; Flying; Injuries; General Health; Nutrition; Medications;
Do’s and Don’ts; Medication Mixing; Health Overview and Prevention.
Space does not allow a complete description, but I know I wouldn’t be
without it. Hard cover, 212 pages.
#880 "A Veterinary Approach To Pigeon Health" $56.00
"Understanding Pigeon Paramyxovirus"
The sole purpose of this booklet is to explain to pigeon
breeders what Paramyxovirus (PMV) is, and to
stress the need to vaccinate the birds and to take
hygienic precautions. The pigeon-breeder will then
understand that if there is an illness in one of the lofts,
washing hands, changing shoes and overalls before
going from loft to loft may prevent a catastrophe. The
book includes sketches, photos and vaccinating info.
#9001 "Understanding Pigeon Paramyxovirus" $8.00
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