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Post by craignbonnie on Aug 9, 2007 8:51:04 GMT -5
I am absolutely awful at planting/dizzying pigeons. Any advice on how to keep the little buggers still or immobile but still able to fly would be appreciated.
Craig
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Post by Wildflugel on Aug 10, 2007 8:15:58 GMT -5
Hi Craig: I am not sure what technique are you currently using to plant pigeons. When I plant birds (i.e. pigeons, quail, chukar, etc.) I want them just slightly dizzied so that they stay put when I place them and be able to fly when I need them to. Most of the time I am using electronic release traps, but when I get in a situation where it is not practical to them I plant birds in cover instead. I normally dizzy them, put their head under one wing, and set them in cover. I have listed some web sites below that describe the procedure in detail, including some pictures. I think they give you the information you are looking for. Just for your information, there is a great new gadget called the tip-up-bird releaser sold by Dogs Unlimited. You can see description and picture of it at shop.dogsunlimited.com/item.asp?n=tbr%2d225&d=16&b=1 I have not used them in the field, but plan on getting a couple to have in my training bag. I believe it is currently out of stock, so if you are interested in getting one or two you might have to wait for them. If you have any questions, please let me know. Good luck. Wildflugel www.northernflight.com/forthebirds.htmwww.awsfa.org/Birds%20are%20in.htmwww.gundogsonline.com/Article/birds-and-bird-planting-dog-training-Page1.htm
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Post by craignbonnie on Aug 14, 2007 13:01:41 GMT -5
Thanks for the reply. The articles will help. I looked at the tip up rig you've mentioned and I think I can get a Millwright at work to make a couple up for the cost of the scrap metal so I'll try those as well when I get a chance.
Craig
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