Frag den Berger live episode 10

WaterControl, the step towards sustainable drinking trough hygiene for racing pigeons

Or: Why clean drinking water makes the difference between winning and losing The health, vitality and performance of racing pigeons depend on many factors, from high-quality feeding and optimum training to a careful breeding strategy. However, one aspect that is often underestimated is the quality of the drinking water. Clean water is the basis of all metabolic processes. However, dangers lurk in polluted water: Bacteria [...]

What makes a high-performance racing pigeon? Between theory, genetics and real-life practice

In racing pigeon breeding, there has always been a desire to be able to predict performance even before a pigeon goes on its first race. Numerous observation and assessment procedures have therefore been developed over generations. They are part of the culture of our sport and are valuable because they help us to perceive, compare and better understand pigeons. Many fanciers work [...]

Carrier pigeons and bird flu: how great is the danger really?

The show season is just around the corner with award ceremonies, auctions, fairs and meetings that we have been looking forward to for months. While the organisers have been preparing with great dedication, we fanciers have not been idle either: Our racing pigeons have been lovingly cared for, have come through their moult brilliantly or are ready for their grand entrance at shows and exhibitions and are full of [...]