The ABC (Ameraucana Breeders Club) is currently completing a color variety approval process with the American Poultry Association on the large fowl splash ameraucana. The first pre-qualifying meet was held in Norman, Oklahoma on November 6, 2020, which was a success. The second pre-qualifying meet for the large fowl splash variety will be held at […]
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When you first walk into a poultry show, understanding the showroom layout can be overwhelming. If you are showing birds, knowing where to start looking for cages can take your stress to new heights. Understanding poultry shows comes with time, but knowing the showroom layout before you even enter the building can help you feel
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I frequently see and hear the terms grooming and conditioning used interchangeably as if they mean the same thing. There is a difference between the two and it can have a big impact on your birds. Think of grooming as a short term process while conditioning as a much longer process. Before you enter the
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Whether it’s a building structure or a sports program I think we can all agree they won’t last long without a strong, solid foundation. Have you ever given any thought to what the foundation of conditioning show birds might be? The best conditioning programs are built on good husbandry practices which can make all the
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Sourcing quality poultry can be a really complicated task! People raise poultry for various reasons: some people enjoy collecting eggs from the nest box, some are really serious about exhibition breeding, and other people enjoy having them as pets. This post is directed specifically towards individuals that are sourcing quality poultry with the intent to
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Here are some tips on how pack your poultry showbox to ensure you have everything you need before your first show. Some of the many things in my box; STANDARD apron paperwork mite spray bath in a bottle all the leg bands baby oil vet rx baby wipes nail files Silk cloth The “Bath in
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Many of you are going to be showing for the first time this fall. Here are a few words of advice from a former newbie now a show superintendent. Entry forms Please write clearly, often we have non poultry friends helping us out. If you write orpthinten that will be on your cage card. variety
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When washing dark colored chickens, or dark colored hard feathered breed of bantams to prepare them for show, I do things a little different from washing white birds. I use about half as much shampoo and if you can find it, Hartz Mountain Black Dog shampoo is great; otherwise I use a mild baby shampoo.
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