Pigeon Breeding, a Niche With High Chances of Earning

In a world where everyone wants to have a profitable job, but especially for which they have a passion, a place where they can always go with enthusiasm - or at least with pleasure, the opportunity to open their own business, to target the favorite activity smiles at anyone.

Columbophilia is such a special niche for which the interest of Romanians has increased and which is also promising in terms of profit. Of course, this requires knowledge of these fragile birds, as their healthy growth is a real challenge for anyone.

Some raise pigeons for meat, others for pigeon sports. In the first case, for a profitable business, the choice will be aimed at those breeds that grow quickly, so that they can be slaughtered in as short a time as possible, up to 5 weeks.

Depending on the reason for breeding, the pigeons are kept in various conditions. Of course, no matter what, the environment in which I grow up must always be clean, airy. In the case of meat pigeons, the cages are mainly closed halls. Here the breeding pigeons produce eggs, harvested daily, and further deposited in artificial incubators.

However, pigeons cannot be bred to be considered by the rules imposed on this niche. It is also valid for pigeons bred for pigeon sports.

Breeders will focus on various pigeon products, from food supplements to various treatments, vaccines, breeding medicines, molting, post-competition recovery, etc.

The conditions in which the pigeons grow

Although many are committed to opening up such passionate breeders, the challenges they face are sometimes quite daunting. The health of the pigeons can be particularly fragile, so the adaptation of the farms permanently to the hygiene norms and not only is a necessity.

Practically every season comes with its challenges. In winter, it is especially necessary to apply preventive and curative treatments to pigeons, to have a strong body and be ready for the breeding period.

It is the period in which a series of diseases can manifest among pigeons, regardless of their breed. Timely treatment of them is essential. The most common diseases now are trichomoniasis, coccidiosis, salmonellosis, intestinal worms.

Of course, the right medication will always be the one prescribed by your veterinarian, after a proper diagnosis. Some broad-spectrum treatments will restore pigeon health.

Sometimes it is necessary to administer feed additives, water supplements, aspects that any breeder must know.

Choosing the right products is another discussion and another challenge they face. Because it is a necessity, there is no possibility to place such acquisitions in second place.

Columbofile Products is an online store, a pharmacy specially designed for pigeon breeders, where they will find a variety of products and treatments, as well as equipment and accessories to complete a safe living environment for them. Every decision made about the environment in which they live can have its say on the health of pigeons.

It must be dry, clean, airy, but also protected from external factors. Hydration is essential and should be done in clean containers with quality water.

In this sense, there are special waterers, such as those equipped with hook and thread, which those interested can order depending on the desired volume.

Feeders are also accessories that will be carefully chosen by pigeon breeders. They must allow the beak to be removed from the container properly, but without the risk of overturning, which would result in disturbance and misery in the cages.

Grills are preferred for the bottom of the cage, which will allow the pigeons to stay in a clean environment. Cleaning will be easier this way.

About the practical steps that everyone must take to maintain a healthy environment for pigeons (whether they are for meat or performance sports), there are specialized guides and recommendations that everyone can follow.