Pigeons are seed eaters and get the nutrients they need mainly from ripe and unripe seeds, grains and pulses. They obtain their energy from these raw ingredients, and certain bodily functions, such as moulting and laying eggs, are stimulated. To keep pigeons in optimum condition throughout their lives, it's important to provide a balance diet, adapted to the period the pigeon is in. After all, each period (breeding, racing, moulting and winter periods) has its own specific needs and requires an adapted approach in terms of diet. So a pigeon that needs to fly or needs to raise young has very different dietary requirements to a pigeon that is idle.
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A good diet determines pigeons' general health and ensures they are in top condition. During the breeding period, it is important to provide a breeding mix with an ideal protein content and the necessary amino acids, to stimulate optimum growth. During the racing season, it is best to give them an energising mix, to provide the pigeons with enough strength and endurance to achieve exceptional performance. The moulting season is demanding for pigeons' bodies, and can weaken them. At this stage, they need a balanced mix of proteins and sulphur-containing amino acids, to build up new plumage and to support good recovery. Between seasons (in the winter) a good off-season mix is recommended to keep the pigeons 'calm'. Extra addition of yeast is definitely recommended here. As well as the main diet, pigeon fanciers can opt to also use food supplements and care products to keep their pigeons in optimal condition.
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A pigeon needs water for digestion and processing of food. Per day, a pigeon drinks around 50 ml of water. If there are young to feed, this will double. The best thing is to give your pigeon fresh tap water every day.
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