Source for training pigeons?

Jeff C. · Post by **Jeff C.** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 9:00 pm

I'm going to try training my new pointer myself. Anyone know of a source for pigeons near sacramento?

Thanks, Jeff

DeltaDan · Post by **DeltaDan** » Sun Jul 22, 2007 9:46 am

Most feed stores --- The Country type that cator to horses and other livestock.

Jeff C. · Post by **Jeff C.** » Tue Jul 24, 2007 2:18 pm

Thanks Dan,

Can you give me a name of a store or two that you know has them? I called all the feed stores up where I live (Placerville) and they acted like I was crazy, like pigeons are pests, why would you want to buy any? Plenty of chickens and ducks however.

Jeff

DeltaDan · Post by **DeltaDan** » Tue Jul 24, 2007 8:39 pm

I know some 6 years ago the feed store on Pleasant Valley Road near Hanks Exchange Rd. past Diamond Springs sold them.

When I had my first dog I would get them from there on my way to my parents to train -- as well as a couple of pen raised quail.

They would trap the Pigeons at the barn because they were pest.

--I'll put your question out to those that know more handily than I do.

The Lone Angler · Post by **The Lone Angler** » Wed Aug 29, 2007 6:58 pm

they sell pigeon traps. Look online to find one. Set on top of building where they are known to roost and whamo, you got game.

Jeff C. · Post by **Jeff C.** » Sun Sep 02, 2007 11:16 am

Thanks guys.

I decided to go with quail for now. The advantage I heard about with pigeons was that they would home back to their loft after being flushed but apparently they develop the homing instinct only if you get them before they learn to fly. Olive Hill Kennels near Woodland set me up with some quail.

Jeff C.