George R.
145 posts
Feb 12, 2008
9:32 PM
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after giving it much thought I have decided not to breed any more birds after this first round. I will be putting all my stock back into a kit box and flying them.
After spending 15 years working with racehorses and all the straw dust and dirt dust going into my lungs ,then breeding Birds for another 10 years and roosters for a few years too.
I have decided that I will save whats left of my lungs and just buy a kit or two each spring and just Fly birds.
I will leave the Breeding to all the fellas with Good Lungs.
Last Edited by on Feb 12, 2008 9:34 PM
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elopez
516 posts
Feb 12, 2008
9:46 PM
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Good luck with your new plans. I personally love breeding birds, it fun trying to get your own thoughts on what pairs would give the best offspring. I love flying too, but don't think I would appreciate the birds as much if I didn't breed them...
But I understand, you have to take care of #1 and that you and your family. I guess it's better than giving up rollers completely. If I were in your shoes, I'd probably do the same, but don't think I would fly my breeders. I think I would give my breeders to someone and just get some of the young to fly.
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Efren Lopez
SGVS
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George R.
148 posts
Feb 12, 2008
9:49 PM
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Efren
That will be the ultimate TEST to see if these Birds can hold thier MUD.
if they cant get back into shape within a month off flying then they aint worth messing with anyway.
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luis
646 posts
Feb 13, 2008
12:05 AM
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George is it that bad?Just wearing a respirator around the birds will usually take care of the problem.Also don't take the clothes you wear in the loft into the house.Wash yourself up after being with the birds and you're good.Even if you just keep kit birds and you have a problem you will have to follow these guidelines.Just a thought.
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ICEMAN710
117 posts
Feb 13, 2008
12:20 AM
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Yes goodluck with your new plans. How are the BOP's over in Vegas? if numbers get low, would you be putting some pairs back together?
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Gary
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PR_rollers
519 posts
Feb 13, 2008
7:49 PM
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Sorry to hear that George, hope everything turns out ok for you.health and all..take care..
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Ralph....
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George R.
150 posts
Feb 13, 2008
8:02 PM
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Iceman
the BOP are not that Bad at all out here in Las Vegas (Knock on wood LOl )
I fly all year around !
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Tony Chavarria
Site Publisher
2189 posts
Feb 14, 2008
3:59 AM
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Hey George, I am really sorry that you are having to make that call. After a lifetime around animals its so sad to think that it has led you to almost have to give them up.
This is a powerful lesson for everyone to use the best lung protection you can afford when cleaning and spending extended lengths of time handling birds and such.
Hope all goes well for you and your innovative plans!
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GREED FOR SPEED LOFT
431 posts
Feb 14, 2008
6:47 AM
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George what a bummer ..Yeah it's best for you to keep it low or stay away from the hobby..Life is to short,, enjoy it with loved one's (family and friends).. GOOD LUCK GEORGE and THE BEST TO YOU..
R-LUNA
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