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BOOKS
“The Adventures of Eddie: An Extra Special Pigeon” - Baby Eddie falls out of his nest and breaks a wing.  Not being able to fly usually means the end for a pigeon, but Eddie survives!  This is the story of a little pigeon who achieves stardom, and his adventures escaping from hazards fame brings.  “Eddie, you must be a most extraordinary bird”, the professor said.  He has discovered that Eddie is able to talk by exchanging thoughts.  One morning, the professor finds a message on his computer, “This is my story by Eddie”, but the news of this remarkable pigeon is leaked to the media.  It’s then that Eddie’s adventures really begin… Hard cover, illustrated, 46 pages.  By Pauline Hyde.  For children ages 6 to 10.
#9080 “The Adventures of Eddie”                    $24.95


“The Latest Adventures of Eddie: A Famous Pigeon Goes to France” - Eddie has become a living legend in the world and as an “A List” pigeon, he is invited to all of the best parties.  His fame has now reached Paris and some very important pigeons want to meet him.  In France, he survives some very scary adventures with the help of his new friends.  Francorse a charming guide, Carlos a talkative parrot and Hugo a savvy owl.  Hard cover, 54 pages.  By Pauline Hyde.  For children ages 6 to 10.
#9081   “The Latest Adventures of Eddie”       $26.95


“Eddie Goes to Hollywood” - Eddie, the incredible pigeon, and his French girlfriend, Fracoise are whisked first-class from France to New York.  They manage to escape certain death from the perils of cats and sparrow hawks.  Eddie goes on to achieve fame on television and conquers the film world in Hollywood.  Hard cover, 46 pages.  By Pauline Hyde.  For children ages 6 to 10.
#9082   “Eddie Goes to Hollywood”        $24.95


"Pigeons & Their Economical Health”
By Dr. Zslot Talaber. Not so long ago, a Pigeon Fancier kept a little Potassium Permanganate at home, a little garlic extract, a little parafin, and this was more or less adequate to preserve the health of his flock.  Those days are over.  In the past few years, a number of viruses and bacteria have appeared in our enviroment which pigeons had not previously encountered.  These new pathagens have caught the bird's immune system unprepared.  This book not only strives to present the most important pigeon diseases, including the newest ones, but also tries to assist you in protecting the health of your flock.  264 pages, soft copy.

#9000 “Pigeons & Their Economical Health”   DISCONTINUED

“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 Preventive. 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   $55.00

Problem Droppings Explained”
This booklet by Frank Harper, well known Vet and fancier, sets out to explain some of the reasons and causes of the changes that might be seen in droppings.  Fully illustrated in color, signs and treatments.  Explains the usefulness and limitations of laboratory examinations, helps the fancier make use of his own microscope and suggests a sensible approach to treatment.  59 pages, paperback.
#9041 “Problem Droppings Explained”          $17.95


“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”x9 paperback.
#9040 Coughs & Colds: Croaks & Canker”            $17.95


"The Flying Vet’s Pigeon Health & Management”
By Colin Walker. Colin Walker is well known in both avian veterinary circles and the pigeon fancy. His book is a stunning update of modern pigeon veterinary knowledge, written in an easy to read manner. Twenty years of veterinary experience and 30 years of racing his own team of pigeons, ensures you’re getting up to date information on improving or treating your pigeon’s health. Contents include: The Common Diseases-Canker, Parasitic Diseases, Respiratory Infections, E-Coli, Paratyphoid, Viral Infections; Health Programs; Diagnosis and Medications-Dropping Interpretation, Use of a Microscope, Pigeon Queries A-Z, Medication Guide; Breeding-Problems, Genetics; Young birds-Weaning, Health Problems, Racing; Racing-Health Effects, Disease Control, Developing Fitness, Stress and Winning. This Book should be a great help to everyone, but it is meant for the special interest of those with flying birds. 285 color photos.  Hard Cover.
881 “The Flying Vet’s Pigeon  Health & Management”  $65.00


“Eyesign, the Reality”
Booklet by Rob Wooliss who is one of Britain's leading eyesign writers.  The booklet includes no less than 30 color photographs and is a must for the eyesign enthusiast want to learn “real eyesign”.  Topics include: the pupil, the color circle, the iris, the outer circle and more!  52 pages, paperback.

#9042 Eyesign, the Reality”   $16.95 OUT OF STOCK


"Understanding Pigeon Paramyxovirosis"
The sole purpose of this booklet is to explain to pigeon-breeders what Paramyxovirus PMV) is, (it's a scourge which at present affects pigeons), and to stress the need to vaccinate the birds and to take hygenic 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 Paramyxovirosis"    $5.95


“The Pigeon Guide”
By Jon Espositio DVM and Shannon Hiatt. Released in 2000, this 274 page, hard cover book includes information about breeding systems and genetics, nutrition, loft systems and equipment, showing, racing and much more. Of particular interest to fanciers is information about the general health and well being of their flocks, preventative health measure, recognition of diseases and disease treatment. While there are many pigeon books available, reviewers have declared The Pigeon Guide to be one of the most up to date and comprehensive works that will be available.
#805 “The Pigeon Guide”           $64.95


“Pigeons: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual”
By Dr. Matthew M. Vriends & Tommy E. Erskine.  Here is everything bird fanciers need to know about keep pigeons, including feeding, housing, protection against parasites, general health care, and breeding.  There is also information on various pigeon breeds, and on breeding pigeons for racing.  96 pages, color and black & white photos, paperback.
#9037 “Pigeons: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual        $7.95


“Encyclopedia Of Pigeon Breeds”
By Wendell Levi. This is the beautiful reprinting of Levi’s commanding reference book on pigeons. Eight Hundred high quality glossy pages with 768 color photos make this one of the most impressive books published about pigeons. Levi’s encompassing book details the many colors and patterns of birds that a fancier interested in genetics would rarely encounter and may otherwise have difficulty in recognizing. Find out why this important resource is so sought after.  Hard Cover.
#803 “Encyclopedia Of Pigeon Breeds”           $134.95


“The Pigeon”
By Wendell Levi. A classic for those who raise pigeons. Levi is recognized the world over for the wealth of knowledge compiled in this masterpiece. Covers: The Relationship of Pigeon and Man, breeds and varieties, anatomy, physiology, genetics variations and inheritance, practical breeding, behavior, diseases, parasites and pests, feeds and feeding, housing, commercial squab production and the pigeon fancy, exhibiting, racing, etc. Hard cover, almost 700 pages, 1127 pictures on pigeons or pertaining to them. A 26 page index. An ideal gift.
#804 “The Pigeon”          $114.95


“Pigeons For Everyone”
By Douglas McClary. Published in 1999 in England, this is a great book for someone fairly new to our great hobby. Two hundred and eighty pages of easy to understand reading. Chapters include: General Care, Shows and Showing, Pigeon Racing for the Busy Man, A Pigeon Miscellany and The Pigeon Year-A Month by Month Guide. Every breed has its admirers, for every derivation from the original rock pigeon carries with it a personality, character and appeal. It was with this thought in mind that the author included as many aspects as possible in this book.
#801 “Pigeons For Everyone”         $53.95


“The Natural Winning Ways”
Published by the Natural-Granen Company of Belgium.  Each issue contains valuable information on the health of pigeons, words of advice and much, much more.  This booklet is meant for the racing pigeon flyer, but the information would certainly be of use to any pigeon breeder.  Included also is a section devoted to record keeping: Birds in the Loft, Breeding Results, Race Results, Particulars of Performances.  Issued yearly.  100 pages, soft-cover.
#9013 “The Natural Winning Ways”  $7.95


“Born to Win”
Specifically written for the pigeon racer and deals with all the essentials of raising pigeons 
and pigeon racing.  Chapters include: Management, The Loft, Stock Selection, Genetics and Breeding, Homing, Flight and Stress, and Questions Most Asked.  Winning is the name of the game!  It is the sole purpose of this book.  Color photos, sketches and a large section on eye sign.  Also included is a discussion of artificial insemination and the effects of radar.  Soft cover, 235 pages.  Save yourself from heartbreak and the trail and error method.  Written by Dr. Wim Peters.
#9003 “Born to Win”    $39.95


“Fit to Win”
This is described as the most comprehensive book regarding pigeon diseases, their condition and how to deal with them.  A special section devoted to anti-biotics, pro-biotics and the way they work.  Not to be aware of these disease conditions, deal with them, diagnose, prevent or treat them is a sure road to failure.  Chapters include: Seasonal Treatment Programs, Problems Encountered, Problems Solved, Immunity and Disease, Viral Diseases, Bacterial and Fungal Diseases, Prorozoal Diseases, Parasitic Diseases, Breeding Problems, Drugs &  Medications, Vitamins, and Minerals and Amino Acids.  All photos are in full-color, 396 informative, educational and interesting pages.  Hard cover and a must addition to your library.  By Dr. Wim Peters.
#9004 “Fit to Win”    $62.95


“Feed to Win: Part 2”
This great book is an A-to-Z guide on the correct use of feed and the value of individual grains, vitamins, minerals, fats, carbohydrates and proteins and is a must read for any fancier.  Some of the information that is covered is: avoiding disease, anti-biotics, the great danger, fighting adeno-virus, natural remedies, feed mixes, home-grown vegetables, garlic, elderberry and so much more!  If you are interested in natural products, this is the book.  Hard cover by Andre’ Christiaens.  Over 166 pages.
#9017   “Feed to Win”      $55.95


“The Racing Pigeon”
By Richard Parry. A great how to in racing pigeons. Part I:  Training, Racing 1 and Racing 2, Raising the Young Birds. Part II: A Bit of Pigeon History, Fun With Pigeons. 142 pages.
#821 “The Racing Pigeon Story”   $13.95


“Racing Homer Topics”
By Leslie C. Swanson. Another book by Mr. Swanson. This is considered Volume II of Racing Homer Facts and Secrets. Forty-five pages containing 9 chapters. Some chapters are :Loft Construction, Breeding Fundamentals, Young Bird Racing and General Loft Management.
#834 “Racing Homer Topics”    $5.50


“Racing Homer Facts and Secrets”
By Leslie C. Swanson. A booklet explaining how to train Racing Homers to win. Goes into detail on all phases of care, feeding, flight and training. Written by a veteran breeder of racing pigeons.
#838 “Racing Homer Facts and Secrets”  $6.95


“It’s Up To You”
By Roy H. Dick A 68 page booklet just crammed full of great information, hints, insight and more. I started to read it one night and couldn’t put it down. If you race pigeons, this will be a great addition to you library.
#896 “It’s Up To You”     $9.95


“The Pobor 1-5 System of Eye Sign Evaluation in Racing Pigeons”
The simple, consistent eye sign system that works. Written for those who want to be the best and go all the way to the top. The recognition of a high percentage of race winning pigeons and pigeons that breed winners is impossible using any other method of selection without using eye sign too. Written by a breeder of multiple AU Champions and ace pigeons. Paper back; 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”. 122 pages, 86 four color photos.
#886 “The Pobor 1-5 System”    $49.95


“Young Bird Training Methods”
By Charles Heitzman. Explains in detail the training of young racing Homers from weaning age through their first races. Thorough instructions for teaching young birds to trap, first training flights and exercising, etc.
#842 “Young Bird Training Methods”  $5.95


“Lofts for Racing Pigeons”
By. Charles. Heitzman. This booklet was originally issued in the 1960's and this is now the 7th printing This issue is true to the original text of the great pigeon flyer and author, Chas Heitzman.  This issue is the first update and contains lots of new photos.  If you plan on building a loft or perhaps redesign the one you have, this is a must read!  Photos feature the contributions of many flyers in North America.  Information on appropriate size, ventilation, landing boards, trapping, perches, nest boxes, feeding and more!  36 pages, soft copy.  Many color photos of lofts!
#840 “Lofts for Racing Pigeons”  $9.95


“Champions Of The World”
Secrets of the masters featuring 24 top lofts from around the world. 41 full color photographs, 488 pages of gloss paper in hardback book form. Topics include breeding methods and how to win 150 to 600 miles races. Full of practical advice and tips on how to gain the edge.
#882 “Champions Of The World”  $79.95


“The New Winning”
Jim and Wanda Wiley are famous for their young bird racing and their Wileyway Janssens.  Jim also wrote a series of articles for various pigeon magazines.  These articles are so popular that they were complied into book form.  The original book, “Winning” was completely sold out.  This new book, “New Winning” is destined to be another pigeon flyers best seller.  Information discussed includes pigeon arithmetic, the loft, the birds, breeding and developing a family, young and old bird racing, developing a champion, wintering and more!  96 page expanded version.
#9027 “The New Winning”   $29.95


“Domenic-Oh: Race Horse of the Sky”
Manus E. Norton delights readers with an endearing tale of heroic activities inside and outside of the loft.  “Domenic-Oh” is an inspirational story showing that helping a friend in need is the most important victory of all.  Domenic-Oh instinctively and rapidly learns all of the techniques needed to be a champion racing bird.  The other pigeons in the loft look up to his leadership.  However, on the day of the great race, something particular happens, Domenic-Oh ahead in the race, suddenly dropped out of sight, leaving one to wonder, what has happened to Domenic-Oh.  54 pages, paperback.
#872   “Domenic-Oh: Race Horse of the Sky”   $10.00


“Rotundo on Racing Pigeons”
By Joseph Rotundo. “...once (Rotundo) had discovered or perfected a certain concept that would have been more than adequate for the majority of people, he did not rest. He was constantly trying to improve on whatever it was that he was involved with at that moment. Pigeon breeding and racing was the primary area in which he loved to practice this philosophy”. A classic book, nothing like it in the United States. This book is amust have books in any flyer’s library.
#800 “Rotundo on Racing Pigeons”  $65.95


“Try Pigeon Racing”
By Ray LeBlanc. A 40 page book written for the fancier who may be interested in the joys of pigeon flying. The author is a successful pigeon racer who starts you off with the basic of building a loft, purchasing stock, breeding, training and more.
#863 “Try Pigeon Racing”    $6.95


“The Will To Prepare”
By Bob Kinney-Published in 1995 as a guide for beginners with Racing Homers but also serves as a resource for more advanced flyers. Covers methods of training, loft design, racing strategies, etc.
#811 “The Will To Prepare”    $59.95


“The Golden Widow”
By Roy Dyck. A great little book on flying the widowhood system. Single widowhood cocks, double widowhood, the care of the hen and more. 44 pages.
#808 “The Golden Widow”     $9.95


"White Pigeons: The Color of Money"
A brand new 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"  $15.95


“Falcon’s Dictionary Of Ornithology”
by W. F. Hollander, PhD. An alphabetical list of terms, breeds, body parts and everything you can think of when it comes to birds. Illustrations. 46 pages.
#807 “Falcon’s Dictionary”  $2.00


“Genetics Made Simple”
by Paul P. Cook. This book should be in your library. The purpose of Cook’s book is to help people with no formal training in biology or genetics gain a firm and usable knowledge of genetics. An understanding of genetics can add much to both pleasure and success and leave less to luck. Will help you to comprehend the conversations that have only confused you at the shows and conventions.
#826 “Genetics Made Simple”        $18.95


“Origins and Excursions in Pigeon Genetics”
by W. F. Hollander. A very nice book. From the forward: “It is practically impossible for the layman or fancier to comprehend formal reports anymore, even when the subject should be highly interesting. Over the years I (Hollander) have tried to bridge over the chasm between the fancier and professional scientist. The present compilation of essays is the essence of that ridge...informality is key.” Very thorough.
#828 “Origins and Excursions”          $4.00


“The Center’s Primer on Pigeon Genetics”
by the NPA’s Research Committee. This is a continuation of the NPA’s genetics study and is most useful when paired with the NPA’s Project on Genetics. The old book has color illustrations and the new book has revised and expanded genetic information with nearly twice the listings under mutant genes. The same clear, comprehensive layout as the earlier book. 
#874 “Center’s Primer on Pigeon Genetics” (only)       $2.50

“NPA Information Booklet 31-Project on Genetics”
by W.F. Hollander and R.E. Gilbert. A handy 40 page booklet covering genetics, breeds and strains, reversions, origins, cross formulations, color, auto sexing, eye color, inheritance and more. A very informative little book for your library.
#830 “NPA Project on Genetics” (only)               2.50

#873 Center’s Primer Set (#874 & #830)              4.00

#875 “NPA Standard”  $59.95



“Pigeons for Pleasure and Profit”
by Charles Foy and Clair Hetland. This book will bring you up to speed on the essential basics. Insights into the unique relationship of people and pigeons throughout history. Highlights the popular breeds. How to determine best housing, fly pens, sun porches and nesting arrangements as well as the equipment needed for sound loft management. Need to know the proper grain mixture for your region? It’s covered in a chapter dedicated to feeds. Explanations of pigeon habits as well as how to control  behavior for flock harmony and optimal performance. Clear guidance for identifying and controlling internal and external parasites. Details the most common pigeon disease and the best medications for safe and effective cures. Twelve informative chapters explain every detail of the pigeon business. Used as a standard reference in many public libraries. Soft Cover. 112 pages.
#836 “Pigeons for Pleasure and Profit”  $10.95


“Pigeons Of North American In The 21st Century”
A visual feast for all pigeon fanciers and enthusiasts alike. Over 200 pages packed with information and photos on the breeds you love and the fanciers who create them. Design and layout by the #1 premier graphic artist in the U.S. serving the sport, Dan Miller. A publication of the National Pigeon Association. Published in 2004, a must for all fanciers. The perfect gift for those who loves pigeons and wants to know more about the origins of their favorite breeds. Sure to be a collectable.

#884 “Pigeons of North America” Hard Cover        69.95


“Fancy Pigeons”
Covers all aspects of keeping and caring for Fancy Pigeons.  Subjects covered such as housing, daily care and feeding, as are the pros and cons of keeping the birds free-flying and in aviaries.  Attention is also given to picking the right breed, health, illnesses, feed, purchasing birds, breeding and fighting parasites.  All together, this makes this book a practical reference for those who are considering keeping Fancy Pigeons or already have them.  Hard cover, 128 pages.  Written by Aad Rijs.
#9083 “Fancy Pigeons”             $15.95


“The Spin Masters”
by Tom Hatcher. If you want to succeed in rollers, you must pursue breeding in a scientific manner. Strains need several years to fully develop. Success is not a matter of luck. If you want to have yours spinning, this book will lead you in that direction.  8 1/2” X 11”, Soft Cover. 96 pages.
#897 “The Spin Masters”  $19.95


“The Birmingham Roller”
by William Pensom. 131 pages by a respected authority on Rollers. Gives the history of Rollers and tells how to breed, train and fly them for the best possible performance. Chapters on behavior, performance, the ideal Birmingham Roller, flying, color and markings, particulars of strain, flight, inbreeding, housing and management, competition flying, exhibition, judging and more. A complete book on Rollers.  5 1/2” X 8 1/2”.  Soft Cover.
#832 “The Birmingham Roller”  $11.95


"Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga"
Written by Andrew D. Blechman.  The author traveled across the United States and Europe to meet with pigeon fanciers and pigeon haters in a quest to chronicle the pigeon's transofmation from beloved friend to feathered outlaw.   This book captures a Brooklyn man's quest to win the Main Event (the pigeon world's equivalent of the Kentucky Derby), as well as a pigeon shoot where entrats pay $150 to shoot live pigeons.  Blechman tracks down Mike Tyson, the nation's most famous pigeon lover, and he sheds light on a radical "pro-pigeon underground" in New York City. 
#9014  Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga    $24.00


"Keys to Competition Rollers"
by Tom Hatcher. Over the past 30 years, Tom Hatcher has written several books documenting the history and times of the Fancier, and true performing Birmingham Rollers.  He has dedicated much of his life to the preservation of the hobby.  Since the introduction of World Cup, the sport of flying Rollers has gone on to an all new high.  This book focuses on the competition and keys that sucessful Roller Men, who have made it to the top a time or two, or more.  They offer their knowledge to all in hopes that it will inspire another Fancier in their effort in competing.  8 1/2" X 11", paper-bound, 148 pages.  This is their story...
#831 "Keys to Competition Rollers"  $19.95


“True Spinning Rollers II”
by David D. Kowaiski. The even more complete step by step guide to breeding your own aerial champion Birmingham Roller pigeons. From the back cover: “The author, a publisher and writer by profession, concisely and clearly takes the mystery and myth out of the breeding world’s finest pigeon athlete. He offers an accurate breed history, the basics of loft management and sensible training, plus tips on health and nutrition for top performance. For beginners who want to become experts and veterans who want to move up to the next level, he goes way beyond the basics. More than 115 photographs, line drawings and their captions illustrate every concept. Use this book to breed better birds and come back to it often to add more insight to your hobby.”  5 1/2” X 8 1/2”, 256 pages, soft cover.
#899 “True Spinning Rollers II”  $25.00


“Winners and Spinners”
by Graham Dexter. The art of cultivating high quality Rollers in England. Chapters cover: for the beginner and general revision, general loft management, health, feeding, breeding, selecting stock and managing the breeding loft, training kits of young, feeding for flying-a few problems discussed, the psychology of the Birmingham Roller and the fancier, competition flying, judging, debating the issues about Rollers, flying old bird kits and the show pen. Also interviews and insights from British flyers. Great information from a country serious about these birds.  6” X 8 1/2”, hard cover.  257 pages, 16 pages of different colored rollers.  Chapters include: “Making a Start with Rollers”, “General Loft Management”, “Health”, “Feeding”, “Breeding”, “Selecting Stock”, “Training”, “Competition Flying”, “Judging”, “Flying Old Bird Kits”. 
#833 “Winners and Spinners”          $66.95


“Breeding Better Rollers”
A booklet designed to make information available to beginners and intermediate roller hobbyists, written in an easy to understand way that takes the hobbyist step-by-step to success.  Of special interest is the “7 Steps” that includes:  1- Acquiring Stock, 2- Breeding Stock, 3- Weaning & Training Young, 4- Culling Young, 5- Training Holdover Birds, 6- Culling Holdover Birds, 7- Selecting New Breeders.  Written by Tony Chavarria, this booklet is 8 1/2” X 11” with 32 pages.
#9005 “Breeding Better Rollers”  $13.95


“The Roller Manual”
Ten chapters full of information designed for the beginner or the experienced Roller fancier. Lots of pictures of lofts, Rollers and individual old time Roller men. Ten chapters written in a style that anyone can benefit from. A hands-on type of book that you’ll take to the loft and use as a daily reference. This is a book about flying competitive Rollers. Chapters include: How to build a loft, Breeding, Training, Off season management and more.

#885 “The Roller Manual” DISCONTINUED


“The Tippler Pigeon”
A book on the Tippler breed, in which a beginner can fully learn how to manage his loft and the old hand find nothing to grumble at. Fifteen chapters which include: housing, breeding, management, flying, diseases and show. This is an old world book published in England. 54 pages, 7 1/4” x 8 1/2”, paperbound facsimile reprint circa 1910. 
#888 “The Tippler Pigeon”  $29.95


“Horseman-The Thief Pouter”
by James Dollier. Thief Pouter pigeons are flown out in competition with the objection of capturing other fancier’s birds, a practice which has been common place in cities throughout the world for years. The sport and its origin in Spain and different versions, with essentially the same basic principles, are practiced in cities around the world. A leading authority in Horseman Pouters, Jimmy Dollier gives an in depth account of this fascinating sport, from his early beginnings in Glasgow as a young boy to the present day. 120 pages 7 1/2” x 6 1/4”, paperbound. 100 black and white or color photos.
#887 “Horseman - The Thief  Pouter”  $39.95


“The Flying Tippler”
Originally printed in 1932 and written by the world famous Tippler breeder, Job Ofield.  Many short, but to the point chapters which include:  Attention to Young Birds,  Training Young Birds, Competition Flying, Hints and more.  Learn of the Tipplers’ origin and development.  If you pick up one or two new ideas, it’s worth the purchase price.  Soft cover, 58 pages.
#879   “The Flying Tippler”      $29.95



“Courageous Couriers”

In November 2008 I received a call from Jake Van Dyke of Florance, Alabama. He told me that after the American Pigeon Journal went out of business, a relative of Frank Hollmann, who was a relative and member of the Tennessee Pigeon and Dove Club, acquired the remaining copies of an out of print book called "Courageous Couriers". The relative distributed copies to all the club members and then Jake acquired the remaining books. These books have been in storage for many years and in November 2008, Foy's purchased the remaining books and, while they last, we offer these antique, World War II books to you our customer. This edition was published by Frank Hollmann of The American Pigeon Journal in May 1977.

These "Memoirs of a Pigeon Soldier" and the chronology of events commence with the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. It was a well kept secret, but an american infentary division landed in Northern Ireland in Januatry 1912, and by mid 1912 the United States was deploying military pigeon communications detachments to overseas destinations. Chapter 1 covers pigeons and Pearl Harbor. Chapter II covers the pigeon as "Messengers Since Dawn of Civilization".

Many black and white photos are in this 136 page, soft covered book, including many well known and some lesser known pigeon heroes. Army lofts, equipment, personel, methods and training information is in this interesting book. Were you aware that you can train racing homer to fl y two ways, back and forth to two different lofts? This book tells you how to do it.

There is just so much fascinating information. You'll be better informed about your pigeons and you'll also learn much abouthow the Pigeon Corps operated. This is a real collectors book.


#9069   “Courageous Couriers”      $18.95


“The Flying Birmingham Roller”

Birmingham Rollers are a very unique performance breed. What they do in the air is far different from performance of other breeds of pigeons. The breeds unique ability and the unaswered questions as to why they spin probably explains why so ew books have been written on Birmingham Roller despite the number of roller enthusiast. Written by Dave Gehrke who acquired his fi rst Rollers in 1971. Dave and his wife Rita are also editors of the publication "The Roller Journal".

"Flying the Birnmingham Roller" is a well written 236 page , soft cover book 6" x 9". Chapters cover breeding, conditioning, flying and managing for success plus more. A great read and a great gift.


#9063   “Courageous Couriers”      $41.95


“The Complete Roller Pigeon”

Jeff Davis has had a lifetime interest in livestock and has kept Birmingham Rollers since 1951. His fi rst 20 years with the breed was devoted to kit fl ying and performance. But in 1970 his interest changed to the exhibition side. Chapters include: Developing a Strain, Color and Pattern, The Moult, Performance, Health and The American Show Roller. Soft cover, 62 pages with color and black and white photos. By Jeff Davis.


#9018   “The Complete Roller Pigeon”      $14.95

“The Search For Those Fabulous Whittinghams” (Rollers)

This is actually a set of two booklets, totaling over 300 pages. This was a home publishing project so be aware the booklets are not professionally done. This is an archival project to preserve elements of the Birmingham Roller history in the United Stats and Canada. These two booklets are an attempt to replace a scrapbook stolen from the United Roller Club in 1937. Both authors Steve Roth and Joe Quinn have maintained private collections of letters, bulletins, articles and personal correspondance. Both authors feared that their collection would be loss on their demise, so they produced these booklets of rollers in the mid 1800's. In the fall of 1947 Bill Pensom came to this country and brought along some of his best rollers which were a mix of the Whittinghams. If you are a fl ying roller/breeder, these books will offer an insight to the history of rollers and make you a better informed roller fl yer. Written by Steve Roth and Joe Quinn. 406 pages.


#823   “The Search For Those Fabulous Whittinghams” (Rollers) - Set of 2      $42.95
“The Pigeon Breeders Notebook”

This edition "98" covers the physics of fl ight and feather design. Intense study of pigeon anatomy and how the system works together to produce fl ight. Very good glossary and numerous illustrations help guide you through this book. Quinn provides valuable information here, really quite a work. Spiral Bound, 8.5"x 11, soft cover, 152 pages. By Joseph Quinn.


#824   “The Pigeon Breeders Notebook”      $16.95
“Bits & Pieces: Flight Feathers and Powder Dust”

From the research notes of Joseph Quinn. A lifetime's worth of interesting and insightful facts. Also has poignant excerpts featuring the pigeon's presence in literature and quite a bit of pigeon humor. A good read. Spiral bound, 5.5" x 8.5", Soft Cover with 182 pages.


#837   “Bits & Pieces: Flight Feathers and Powder Dust”      $9.95
“Passenger Pigeon Story”

A complete history detailing this country's infamous slaughter of this now extinct bird. By Joseph Quinn.


#835   “Passenger Pigeon Story"      $12.95
“The African Owl”

Includes: Standard loft, breeding, raising, showing, preventive medicine, loft fi ttings. Black and white photos. Hard cover and 128 pages written by "Master Breeder of African Owls" John Izzo.


#812   “The African Owl"      $33.95
“A Guide to Pigeon Keeping”

A 50 page booklet chock full of basic information on keeping pigeons. Contents include housing, feeding, breeding, banding, racing, breeds, health and hings. Soft cover, 50 pages. Richard Puccini.


#839   “A Guide to Pigeon Keeping"      $13.95
“Pigeon Squib Hash”

by W.F. Hollander. An insightful little book of antidotes about the pigeon hobby. Compiled by a very respected pigeon author, quarky and entertaining.


#844   “Pigeon Squib Hash"      $1.50
“Pigeon Genetics”

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 wil 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 fi sh 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. 39 pages, soft cover, 5 1/2" x 7 1/2", in color, writeen by Bob Mc-Guan.


#827   “Pigeon Genetics"      $12.95


 
DOVE BOOKS

“Diamond Doves”
by Jeff Downing. A guide to colors and care. Diamond Dove Standard, colored pictures and how to contact the Pigeons and Dove Society. 28 pages.
#813 “Diamond Doves”  $20.95



“Doves and Dovecotes”
The first substantial account of dovecotes and their inhabitants in over 50 years, is more than just a study of one of the least recorded kinds of ancient building. The entertaining and highly readable text attempts to classify a wide variety of types and styles. 248 pages, fully illustrated P&J Hansell.  Hardcover.
#816 “Doves and Dovecotes”  $59.95


“A Dovecote Heritage”
This will appeal to anyone interested in the social, historical or architect aspects of dovecotes. There are detailed studies of particular areas, including London, Scotland and mainland Europe. 200 pages, fully illustrated. P&J Hansen.  Hardcover.
#817 “A Dovecote Heritage”  $49.95


“Images Of The Dove”
This is Jean Hansell’s latest work. A masterpiece no pigeon fancier should be without. Over 200 color and 150 b/w illustrations. Hansell’s easy-to-read text clearly explains the history of the Dove in the art of ancient civilization, religious and modern times. This collector’s edition is printed on high quality gloss paper and features specially painted end covers and binding. 182 fully illustrated pages.
#822 “Images Of The Dove”  $49.50


“Ringneck Dove Colors”
This is the 2nd edition with new written materials, a genetic diagram, color charts and a standard for Ringneck Doves. Paperbound, 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, 22 pages.
#815 "Ringneck Dove Colors”  $16.95


“Ringneck Doves”
A handbook of care and breeding.  Both new and experienced keepers alike will find great value in the over 100 full-color photographs, including photos and descriptions of over 30 different color varieties.  Also included is a discussion on Ringneck Dove genetics by John Fowler.  Those new to Ringneck Doves will also find the easy to understand care and breeding instructions in the book very helpful.  Written by K. Wade Oliver.  5 1/2” X 8 1/2”, soft-cover.
#9012 “Ringneck Doves”   $24.95


“Dovecotes”
A gorgeous booklet on Dovecotes of Europe.  All photos in color with text by Peter and Jean 
Hansel.  A detailed study of Dovecotes and related topics.  40 pages, soft-cover.
#898 “Dovecotes”      $8.95


“Doves”
These small and gentle members of the pigeon family make facinating pets. "Doves" includes information about its origins, anatomy, life cycle, traits, and more. Experts offer advice on feeding, caging, health care with step by step directions for everyday care. Everything about housing, health, nutrition, and breeding. Filled with full-cover photographs. 6 1/2" x 8", 96 pages.
#818 “Doves”      $8.00


“The Complete Guide to Raising Diamond Doves”
This book is devoted to the understanding well being, housing, breeding and happiness of diamond doves. This publication is intended to be a guide for the beginning dove enthusiast, as well as the seasoned fancier. Included in this book are chapters on housing, feeding, color mutations, breeding, genetics and proper care for diamond doves.

The author, Richard Puccini, has successfully raised diamond doves for over 30 years.. Richard has won Grand Champion at the National Young Bird Show for 3 consecutive years. The author has also raised cade doves and zebra doves and this book also contains chapters on all aspects of raising these beautiful birds.

This book could have never been printed without someone like Rich Puccini. His love of the diamond dove and desire to make others aware of these beautiful, tiny birds, demand that he write and publish this book.

The book is a soft cover book with 88 pages and 75 color photos. If you have diamond doves or are planning on acquiring some, this book is a must. This book will give you guidance that you need and prevent your making mistakes that will delay your success. Self publication in color is expensive, but Mr. Puccini refused to take any shortcuts and you will agree that is a fi rst class publication and love a work of love.
#9006 “The Complete Guide to Raising Diamond Doves”      $34.95



 
POULTRY BOOKS
“Living With Chickens”
by Jay Rossier. Chickens have long been a symbol of a good life in the country and the idea of raising poultry is as popular as ever in today’s busy world; whether for fun or for profit. Vermonter Jay Rossier gives any future chicken farmer the tools he needs to get started, from step by step instructions on building the coop to a brief background on chicken biology (“gizzard talk”); from hints on getting high quality eggs from the hens, to methods for butchering. Personal anecdotes, interesting facts and lush images of the birds and their landscape round out this comprehensive book. The 256 pages with color photographs.
#894 “Living With Chickens”  $20.95


“The Chicken Health Handbook”
By Gail Damerow. A must have book for the small flock owner.  Covers diseases common to chickens.  Identify common symptoms and diseases.  6” X 9” with color photos.  352 pages.
#9039 “The Chicken Health Handbook”             $18.95


“The Mating & Breeding of Poultry”
This is the only book, first published in 1920 and now back in print, to outline in detail all the necessities to becoming an accomplished breeder.  Illustrated throughout with numerous line drawings and easy-to-follow instructions.  This book teaches everything one needs to know to raise just the right chickens for them.  Soft-cover with 341 pages.
#9011 “The Mating & Breeding of Poultry” $12.95


“ABC’s Of Poultry Genetics”
Dr. W.F. Hollander, PhD. This book discussed poultry genetics step by step. Includes black and white illustrations. Soft cover with 65 pages.
#890 “ABC’s Of Poultry Genetics”  $8.95


“A Guide To Better Hatching (Poultry)”
Janet Stromberg. A good book for beginners as well as the old pro. Discusses structure, formation, fertility and more. Contains a hatching table and the 10 commandments for successful hatching. Soft cover, 100 pages, black and white illustrations. 
#891 “A Guide To Better Hatching”  $8.50


“Poultry Of The World”
Loyl Stromberg, Sr. The author has spent his life involved in poultry. His book is the fruit of his experiences and years of research. He sought out information on the history of all breeds of poultry in the world. He search the world over for photographic records and antidotes concerning all the different breeds of poultry. This is a fascinating collection of over 396 pages and hundreds of color photographs.
#893 “Poultry Of The World”  $80.00


“Exhibiting Poultry For Pleasure”
Helps you to do the needed things in order to have your birds ready for show. Includes the do’s and don'ts of exhibiting.  128 pages, soft cover.
#892 “Exhibiting Poultry For Pleasure”  $10.95


“Sexing Fowl and Baby Chicks”
by Loyl Stromberg. Soft cover, 88 pages, black and white illustrations. Helps you to know how to sex your birds. Tells you how to vent, sight, crossing for wing and micro-sexing. For all fowl, baby chicks, game birds and cage birds.
#843 “Sexing Fowl and Baby Chicks”  $7.95


“Extraordinary Chickens”
A Stephen Green-Armytage book. Many people are not aware of the exotic nature of “fancy breed” chickens, so this unique volume from Abrams, with 165 amazing color photographs of all kinds of international breeds. 112 pages, hardcover.
#895 “Extraordinary Chickens”  $21.95


“Bantams: A Complete Pet Owner’s Guide”
By Helga Fritzsche, translated by Dr. Helgard Niewisch.  An all-inclusive, lively exploration of more than 50 breeds of bantams, including rare species.  Experts answer all your questions about the care, housing, feeding, nutrition, diseases, breeding and breeds, with a special chapter on understanding bantam behavior.  Up-to-date and informative, yet clear enough for young bantam keepers.  72 pages, color and black & white photos, paperback.
#9038 “Bantams: A Complete Pet Owner’s Guide”      $6.95


“Chicken Coops”
We receive many calls from folks who want to get information on building a chicken coop or get some ideas about improving the coop they have. Just like houses, chicken coops come in all sizes and styles to meet the needs of every chicken family. Here are plans, elevation drawings, and basic building ideas for 45 original coops - from strictly practical to fl ights of fancy. There's one here to meet the needs of every chicken owner. An eight-page color section shows detailed photos of many of the featured coops. 176 pages, soft cover, 8 1/2 x 10 1/2 by Judy Pangman.
#875 “Chicken Coops”      $19.95


“Raising Poultry”
The best advice on raising chickens, turkeys and dame birds. An invaluable resource for everyone who raises poultry. Chapters include selecting birds for meat or egg production, housing and equipment, name processing of eggs and poultry, fl ock health, brooding and rearing. Soft cover, 343 pages, by Leonard S. Mercia.
#9076 “Raising Poultry”      $18.95


“Raising Ducks”
Comprehensive, fully illustrated guide to take you through every step of owning ducks. Individual breeding, feeding and housing, maximizing egg production, breeding for color varieties, showing, health care and disease prevention. Soft Cover, 316 pages by Dave Holderread.
#9077 “Raising Ducks”      $18.95


CAGE BIRD BOOKS
“All About Your Birds”
These books are brief, attractively illustrated, inexpensive manuals that teach inexperienced adults and older children the basics of responsible pet ownership.  They also contain information about each species in it’s natural habitat, and includes unusual and little-known facts about the species.  Each book is 32 pages.
#9046 “All About Your Budgeigar”        $2.95
#9047 “All About Your Cockatiel”          2.95
#9048 “All About Your Finch”                 2.95


“Exotic Birds from A to Z”
A beautiful 4”x7” softcover with a protective see-through jacket cover.  Full-color with over 250 pages by Angelika Lang.  Detailed advice on selecting and keeping the world’s most unusual birds.  Facts and photos, clearly arranged to help you identify, close and buy exotic birds.  Includes an overview of major bird groups and advice on setting up indoor and outdoor aviaries.  Over 200 full-color photos.  This is a compass guide reference book that fits in your pocket.
#9044 “Exotic Birds from A to Z”           $13.95


“Hand-Feeding and Raising Baby Birds”
This book is for both amateur owners and professional breeders.  It offers instructions on maintaining a bird nursery, keeping it heated and sanitary, and tending chicks.  Feed formulas are given for different species.  Advice pertains to correcting problems often suffered by baby birds.  176 pages, soft cover.
#9049 “Hand-Feeding and Raising of Baby Birds”       $13.95


“Living with a Cockatiel”
The cockatiel is one of the most popular of all pet birds and has a well-deserved reputation for being easy to care for and fun to own.  This book tells you about cockatiels in the native habitat and describes the different colors and varieties that have been developed.  This book also gives funny and heart warming stories from owners who describe what it’s really like to live with a cockatiel.  Full-color, hard cover, 127 pages.
#9045 “Living with a Cockatiel”                $16.99


“A Guide to Gouldian Finches” (Revised Edition)
This complete revision features concise information on Gouldian Finches in the wild and in captivity, including housing, nutrition, breeding, mutation and color breeding, health and disease.  Supported by over 330 images, including an extensive selection of mutations.  Authors have contributed to various chapters within the book.
#9020 “A Guide to Gouldian Finches”   $34.95


“A Guide to Zebra Finches”
Features 96 pages of easy-to-read, highly informative text covering such topics as History and Ecology, Housing, Feeding, Health, Choosing Stock, Exhibiting and includes all currently recognized Australian color varieties of these internationally popular endemic birds.  Full color throughout, this book is a must for Zebra Finch enthusiast.
#9023 “A Guide to Zebra Finches”  $19.95


“A Guide to Cockatiels and their Mutations as Pet and Aviary Birds”
Written by two of Australia’s foremost Cockatiel breeders, this title features beautiful color photos, including all known mutations.  Excellent easy-to-read information covers the care, management, housing and breeding of these popular birds.   96 pages.
#9021 “A Guide to Cockatiels and their Mutations”     $49.95


“A Guide to Incubation & Hand Raising Parrots”
Written by Western Australian aviculturist, Phil Digney, this title covers all the necessary requirements needed to successfully take an egg through to a fully weaned chick.  Beautifully illustrated with color images throughout, this valuable title also includes many charts and diagrams and informative text laid out in an easy-to-read format.  An invaluable reference for any serious bird breeder.  Contents include Incubation: Artificial Incubation, Meet the Egg!, Choosing an Incubator, Equipment, Handling the Egg, and more!  Also including: Handraising parrots: The goal, fundamentals, brooders and brooding, formulas, feeding instruments, and more.  104 pages.
#9024 “Guide to Incubation & Hand Raising Parrots”   $19.95


“A Guide to Color Mutations and Genetics in Parrots”
This title, that has taken Australian author, Dr. Terry Martin BVSc, some five years to complete, is the most definitive, collective work ever attempted on this intriguing and contentious subject.  Drawing on information from specialist parrot mutation breeders from all over the world, Terry Martin has collated over 700 color photographs in this 296 page soft and hardcover title within text that is both approachable and easily understood.  Presented in three parts, the author take the reader through a comfortable and absorbing introduction to understanding the basic principles of mutations and color genetics in the first two parts.  The information has been supported throughout with a plethora of color photography resulting in highly digestible and understandable journey.  Part three is for the adventurous, being the technical manifest of genetics in parrots.  Over 80 species of parrots are discussed with numerous examples of breeding outcomes to assist the breeder in understanding how various mutations can be bred and developed.  The underlying objective throughout this book is Terry’s attempt to standardize the naming of color mutations internationally.  All in all a compelling read that will undoubtedly stand the test of time and become a major reference source for many years to come.
#9025 “A Guide to Color Mutations & Genetics” $49.95


“Avian Medicine: Principles and Application”
This Abridged Edition makes the details included in the comprehensive book more accessible on a daily, quick-reference basis.  This is especially valuable for the busy avian practitioner or breeder who wants instant access to familiar passages, tables, and charts.  Abridged by Zantop, an experienced avian practitioner, to contain relevant clinical material in a condensed format.  Also includes an updated formulary chapter.    809 pages, softcover 4” X 8 1/4”.  Black and white photos and drawings.  By. Dr. B. Ritchie, Dr. G. Harrison, Linda Harrison and Dr. D. Zantop.
#9028     “Avian Medicine: Principles and Application”  $35.95


“A Guide to Basic Health & Disease in Birds”  (Revised)
Since it’s first publication in 1996, this book has proven to be one of the most sought after and respected titles worldwide in this generic range of avian publications.  The author’s devotion and concern for all aspects of avian health and husbandry have again been reflected in this revised edition.  Diagrams include: features of a typical bird, The Alimentary Canal of a Typical Bird, The Respirator Tract of a Typical Bird. Tables of anti-biotics and common parasiticides.   112 pages.
#9022 “A Guide to Basic Health & Disease in Birds”     $21.95


“Under the Microscope"
Microscope & Pathogen Identification in Birds and Reptiles” - This 56 page, soft cover new title from ABK Publications’ most prolific author, Dr. Danny Brown, is truly a “little gem” of a book.  This easy-to-read reference has been produced to provide basic training in microscope use and pathogen identification for those aviculturists and herpetologists with the desire to take control of the potential health problems in their collections.  It will also improve their management procedures and support in responsible medication practices by using a more scientific and educated approach.  This title will also become a necessary and useful reference for all veterinarians and veterinary students, and is the ideal companion to Dr. Mike Cannon’s “A Guide to Basic Health and Disease in Birds” (Revised).
#9026 “Under the Microscope”   $27.95


“The Complete Pet Bird Owner’s Handbook”
Covers all aspects of pet bird ownership, nutrition, behaviour, home physicals, emergency medical care, preventative medicine, and much more.  Presented in 17 chapters, this book provides guidance on getting started, achieving optimum health, and understanding what your bird needs from you for a happy, healthy life.  Includes an index, bibliography of additional resources, and superb photos and illustrations to support the detailed text.  You will consider this book to be the most essential reference in your avian library, a constant source of reliable advice, assistance, and assurance for your birds well-being.  By. Dr. Gary A Gallerstein.  Color and black and white photos.  Hard-cover 6” X 9”, 441 pages.
#9029  “The Complete Pet Bird Owner’s Handbook”    $34.95


“Parrots: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual”
By Mattie Sue Athan.  Well-known parrot expert, Mattie Sue Athan, instructs on all aspects of bird care, as well as on behavior problems and ways to solve them.  Includes information on parrot specials, life cycles, behavior patterns, housing, feeding, health care, grooming, vocal and body language, and appreciating and enjoying your parrot.  96 pages, soft-cover, 6 1/2” X 8 3/4”.
#9030 “Parrots: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual” $7.95


“The Parrot Problem Solver: Find Solutions to Aggressive Behaviour”
By. Barbara Heindenreich.  When not properly trained and socialized, parrots are prone to developing a number of behavioral problems, including aggression and self-mutilation.  Many owners face these problems and need guidance on solving them.  This book will help you turn your pugilist parrot into a feathered friend.  It provides the tools and advice you need to prevent and solve aggression problems in your pet bird.  With the easy-to-follow training techniques, you can say goodbye to biting, screaming, lunging and other not-so-friendly behaviors and build a warmer and more loving relationship with your companion parrot.  Some of the topics include: Wild bird behavior and how it affects the bird/owner relationship; the best and worst ways to modify pet bird behavior; understanding their body language; and sidebars on the myths and misconceptions of keeping pet parrots.  192 pages, hard-cover, color photos.
#9031 “The Parrot Problem Solver”     $16.95


“Parakeets: A Complete Pet Owner’s Guide”
By Annette Wolter & Karin Heckel.  This handsomely illustrated book presents basic information about Budgerigars (Parakeets) for new or soon-to-be owners. Topics covered include purchase, caging, equipment, general care and maintenance, health care and much more!  87 pages, paper-back, color photos.
#9034 “Parakeets: A Complete Pet Owner’s Guide”     $7.95


“The Canary Handbook”
By Dr. Matthew M. Vriends & Tanya M. Hemming-Vriends.  The canary, the most popular songbird among pet owners, comes in a wide range of colors and varieties.  This book offers detailed information on the housing, feeding, health care and general care of canaries.  176 pages, soft-cover, color photos.
#9036 “The Canary Handbook”  $11.95


“The Complete Book of Finches and Softbills”
By David Alderton.  Wether just starting out with one Zebra Finch or beginning to breed Greater Indian Hill Mynah, readers will find this book an essential tool for success.  Practical information on the different species of finches and softbills, including identifying birds, specific housing and nutritional requirements, improving breeding results, building an aviary or birdroom, and treating illness.  191 pages, color photos, hard-cover.
#9033 “The Complete Book of Finches and Softbills”    $29.95


“Zebra Finches: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual”
By Hans-Jurgen Martin.  This handsomely illustrated book presents basic information about Zebra Finches for new or soon-to-be owners.  Topics covered include purchase, caging, equipment, general care and maintenance, health care and much more!  64 pages, color photos and black & white photos, soft-cover.
#9032 “Zebra Finches: Complete Pet Owner’s Manual”  $7.95


“Canaries: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual”
By Otto Von Frisch.  This handsomely illustrated book presents basic information about Canaries for new or soon-to-be owners.  Topics covered include purchase, caging, equipment, general care and maintenance, health care and much more!  64 pages, paper-back, color photos.
#9035 “Canaries: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual”     $7.95


“My Parakeet and Me”
By Immanuel Birmelin. This handy book is for new or inexperienced parakeet owners, parents who’s kids would like to have one, and kids who want to know more about parakeets.  You will find facts and advice as wells as 80 full color photos and drawings.  64 pages. 
#9050 “My Parakeet and Me”       $6.95


“The Parrot Breeder’s Answer Book”
By. Gayle A. Soucer.  We offer a detailed guide for the parrot owner who wants to breed the birds but has no experience.  The author, an experienced breeder, covers all the basics in laymans terminology.  More than 60 full color photographs, plus line art.  175 pages.
#9051 “The Parrot Breeder’s Answer Book”    $12.95


 
RABBIT BOOKS

“Training Your Pet Rabbit”
A great little book covering the correct training which should be every rabbit owner’s responsibility.  The book provides advice and step-by-step instructions.  Other topics include the discussion of special behavior problems and including many color photos.
#9053 “Training Your Pet Rabbit”        $8.99



“The Rabbit Handbook”
By. Karen Gendron.  A book written for new or prospective rabbit owners.  Written and illustrated with detailed information needed by a rabbit owner.  Information covered includes: purchasing, feeding, heath care, housing and understanding rabbit behaviour.  144 pages.
#9055 “The Rabbit Handbook”       $11.99


“Rabbits”
This complete pet owner’s guide with a special chapter on understanding your rabbit.  Professionally illustrated with full-color photographs and line art.  64 pages.
#9054 “Rabbits”         $7.99

VIDEOS




Special Collector’s Set
Volume I & II on 3 DVDs. Includes all 20 stories running over 5 hours for your home entertainment pleasure!
#871 DVD Set Vol. I & II        $79.95


“Marathon In The Sky”
1 hr. video on the sport of racing pigeons. Beautifully photographed with narration by Michael Landon. VHS.
#865 “Marathon In The Sky” Video  $19.95


“Special Collection DVD Set - Marathon in the sky and Oldest Feathered Friend”
Two famous documentaries on one DVD. Marathon in The Sky. In The Sky is recogmized as the fi nest film ever made on pigeons. This is a thrilling documentary on the evolution of homing pigeons from vital military messengers to today's thoroughbred racers. Narrated by Michael Landon. Oldest feathered Friend includes eleven chapters that chronicle the evolution, and specifi cally, the Rock Dove, as one of our oldest domesticated birds. Narration by Jimmy Smits. Hours of entertainment.
#868 Special Collection DVD Set - Marathon in the sky and Oldest Feathered Friend  #868      39.95


“UK Winners DVD ”
Ray Blower has been successful with racing pigeons for many years. His love affair with Janssen strain of pigeons started when his wife bought him some from the lovella stud. Ray has created his own top family that wins from 50 to 500 miles. With this DVD you will see that you don't win consistently by using pills and potions. you can win with good, honest, heathly pigeons. We have just one copy of this 2008 DVD. Yours for only...
#9089 UK Winners DVD - ONLY ONE COPY!      29.95


“Secrets of Champions Vol. 1: The Foundation of Victory”
New from the creator of “Marathon in the Sky”.  What does it take to get to the top and stay there in the hottest competition in pigeon racing? International award-winning Writer/Director Jim Jenner, the pigeon world’s master storyteller, takes you to some of the world’s greatest trainers in a documentary that shows you the inside secrets of how they win year after year.  You’ll learn how to avoid fanciers greatest mistakes and get an inside view of the secret of “the motor”.  Shot in Holland, Belgium, Ireland and England, this video is a fast-paced and entertaining way to learn how to save thousands of dollars on bloodstock and build a successful family of birds.  All new in 2005, this video shows you the foundation of winning, from selecting the best breeders to preparing and motivating a winning racing team. A must for any serious pigeon flyer.  DVD, over 75 minutes. 
#9015 “Secrets of Champions” Vol. 1  $49.95


“Secrets of Champions Vol. 2"
Breeding, feeding and old bird racing.  Featuring Dutch champion, Ad Schaerlaeckens, Irish champions Frank Tasker and Geoff Kirkland and more!  Filmed in Belgium, Holland, Ireland and England.  This all-new program lets you in on what the champions say is the most important month in your year.  They talk about breeding systems and how they select their feeds.  Hear how they use natural substances to keep their birds in top shape.  Plus you’ll learn how dramatic old bird racing is in changing the heart of the heaviest competitions in the pigeon sport. 
#9016   “Secrets of Champions II”  DVD                  $49.95

New:
Secrets of Champions lll    DVD    (Young Bird Racing)


A continuation of the great series by Jim Jenner. The Racing Pigeon calls it "A  Great Documentary" and the British Homing World says "A Masterpiece". Traveling to Holland, Belgium, England and the United States, this documentary explores the secrets of breeding the best baby pigeons. Extra special features include tips on winter breeding and young bird feeding.

What does it take to be competitive in modern young bird racing. That's the subject Jim Jenner explores as he visits some of the world' best pigeon racers. By breeding earlier, and selecting for faster maturing birds, today's competitors are achieving performances that were unthinkable a few years ago.
#9043   “Secrets of Champions III”  DVD                 $49.95
Special "Secrets of Champions" Combo Set
Buy any 2 Secrets of Champions Series DVDs  Over four hours of great material that you will enjoy watching over and over again.
PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH 2 YOU WOULD LIKE IN THE ADDITONAL AREA IN YOU SHOPPING CART.

#9095   “Secrets of Champions Combo Set”                 $95.75
Special "Secrets of Champions" SET OF 3
Buy any 3 Secrets of Champions Series DVDs  Hours of great material that you will enjoy watching over and over again.
PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH 3 YOU WOULD LIKE IN THE ADDITONAL AREA IN YOU SHOPPING CART.

#9096   “Secrets of Champions Set of 3”                 $137.95
Special "Secrets of Champions" ALL 4
Buy all 4 Secrets of Champions Series DVDs  Hours of great material that you will enjoy watching over and over again.
#9097 Secrets of Champions ALL 4 DVDs           $175.95


“The Darkening System with Young Birds”
Learn the complete explanation of the Modern System of Youngbird racing using the darkening system.  Presented by Mike Ganus, the video covers the following topics: "Timetables for darkening the loft", "How to hold the molt through the race season", "Taking the birds through the molt after the race season", "Motivating the racers", "Complete feeding program", "Medication and vitamins schedule", "Training system", "Loft design", "Preparing birds for the breeding system", "Advice on how to get all your breeders to lay within a couple of days" and "How to vaccinate birds by yourself".  This video presents all the components of this successful youngbird racing program that utilizes the darkening system - a system that is widely used throughout Europe and now being used in the United States.  To say that the system is successful would be an understatement.  The results achieved by fliers using these methods are unparalleled. 



“Pigeons and Doves in the World”
6 CD boxed set recorded by the author, Joe Quinn, covering a multitude of subjects relating to pigeons and doves: Breeding, behavior, feathering, showing, lofts, rolling, flocking, fertility, natural history, “The Poetics of the Pigeon”, and much more.  Running time is approximately 6 hours. This is an AUDIO series.
#9008 “Pigeons and Doves in the World” $50.00


“Ganus World Class Pigeon” Video
Almost 2 hrs. of incredible imagery in full color. Learn the secrets used by the Ganus/Collins lofts of the Netherlands, Gaby Vandenabeele Lofts of Belgium and Koen Manderhood lofts. This is an in depth study of the racing pigeon at the highest level of competition. If you are serious about the sport of racing pigeons and want to get better, this video is a must. VHS.  Professionally made, 2 hours in length.
#889 “Ganus World Class Pigeons”             $59.95

“Racing Pigeon Set” DVD
Another great DVD set by Rob Woolies, British Homing World expert. Australian Violets offers a full and detailed explanation of pigeon eyesign. Rob features an in-depth program, studying the winning eyesign of the fantastic Australian Violets. Rob brings you a collectioni of top performance and stock racing pigeon eyesign from Australia, with stunning, easy to follow on-screen graphics and charts. Rob’s eyesign techniques and evaluations are second to none. A-Z Showracers with Rob Wooliss features an in depth interview with Darren Gibbons, who has at a young age risen to the top. Rob asks all the right questions and you get the right answers. Take a look at Darren’s winning set up and some top quality racing pigeons. Each DVD runs approximately 60 minutes for a total of 2 hours of enjoyment!
#9086 “Racing Pigeon Set”             $49.95

“Winners: Volume 1 and II” DVD
Loft visits to four top English fanciers, explaining their systems and methods together in a 2 DVD set. Top tips from the four winners, fi lmed at their lofts. Trevor Taylor fl ies with the great Ayton group and has had phenomenal success over recent years. From 1990 to 1997 this loft has win 68 fi rsts. Some of his top results include 1st with 14,824 birds, 2nd with 18,500 birds, and 3rd with 25,000 birds. This loft has won races from 46 miles up to 535 miles. Brian Stevenson, a widowhood fl yer is a true gentleman within the sport of pigeon racing with wins too numerous to list. Brian shares hints and methods to make you a winner. Roy White, a widowhood fl yer in excess of 135 wins in fi rst class competition. Roy is a master breeder and his high success is a direct result of his breeding techniques. Fred Peat has been involved in pigeons for over 50 years and can claim wins in top races in England, included are races with over 25,000 pigeons. Listen and enjoy one of the real masters. Two DVD’s, approximate running time is 1 hour and 20 minuets each, for a total of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
#9084 “Winners: Volume 1 and II”             $49.95

“English Masters” Complete Set
Volumes 1, 2, 3 and 4 all for one low price! Rob Wooliss, the British Homing World Eyesign expert and renowned writer has with the aid of QVT Productions, produced for you these very informative programs. Visiting lofts of very successful pigeon fl yers. In these DVD’s, Rob visits Brian Jefferson, Keith Morgan, Andrew Colby and Steve Marsh. Other visits include Mike Botts, the partnership of Rodgers, Tylor and Chris Gordon. These race teams are winning consistently at the top levels, from season to season. Find out how they do it, listen to their tips and methods for success and apply it to your race team. Who knows, they may make all the difference to your winning success. All is revealed, nothing is left out, no magic, just top tips. Approximately 90 minutes each for a total of 6 hours!
#9085 "English Masters” Complete Set             $89.95

“Share the Blue Sky DVD Set"
Filmed on fi ve continents and and in 19 countries. This exciting series contains over fi ve hours of entertainment on three DVD's. The twenty chapters in this collection include stories on all types of pigeons from racing pigeons and show pigeons. It is a wonderful saga of how one bird has come to symbolize human beings wish for peace and their love for this gentle creature. Written, directed and narrated by Jim Jenner
#871 "English Masters” Complete Set             $89.95

“Caring for your Parakeet DVD"
We'll take you through the early history of the parakeet. From their origin in Australia to the massive popularity around the world to learn about cage requirements, necessary supplies, hidden home dangers and feeding. Also included is the proper and safe techniques for hand and perch training. 45 minutes plus a bonus feature, "Teach Your Bird To Talk".
#9075 "Caring for your Parakeet DVD             $10.95

“Caring for your Cockatiel DVD"
You'll take a journey through the early history to cackoatiels of today. Interesting topics include just about what is best for your bird from hidden dangers around the home. Do's and don'ts and the foods that will keep your cockatiel happy. Did you know I can talk, chocolate is very toxic to me, I am lactose intolerent? 45 minutes plus a bonus feature.
#9074 "Caring for your Cockatiel DVD             $10.95

“Tipplers The Ultimate Flyer DVD"
Nash Milic has been in the sport for over 30 years and you will be amazed at his control of Flying Tipplers and his obvious love of these marathon flyers. Nash's small loft, 18' x 8' x 8' high is a study in the maximum use of available space. Nash actually has an aviary on the roof of his sunroom, and the Tipplers go down a chute to enter the loft. This Great DVD talks on all aspects of flying. Tipplers Topics include: Importance of Droppings, Breeding Boxes, Iodine in the Water, Proper Feeding, Competition Flying, Feeding and Training, The Golden Rule, Night Flying, Flying 16-18 hours, Bringing them down. Nash goes through the difference between flying old birds and young birds and what to expect from your flyers. This DVD is 59 Minutesand is chock full of useful information.

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#9008 “Tipplers The Ultimate Flyer DVD"             $49.95

“Fit for the Season DVD"
Sit back, relax and learn. This super DVD is broken down into two parts; Section 1: General Disease Questions and Section 2: Specific Disease Questions. The DVD is in question and answer format with conversation style. Although the DVD is meant as a way to raise and fly healthy racing pigeons, it is good, factual information that will help anyone who wants healthy pigeons. The DVD covers 43 questions in depth with some of the questions relating to: Canker, Circovirus, Vaccinations, Coccidiosis, Herpes Virus, Vitamins, Paratyphiod, E-coli, Microscopes, Respiratory, PMV, and Bad Droppings. This Great DVD is truly an investment in the good health of your pigeons. The running time is 2 1/2 hours and was produced in 2009. Dr. Peters is the author pf the books "Fit to Win" and "Born to Win," also available from Foy's.
#9007 “Fit for the Season DVD"             $69.95
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