There are certain vaccination shots that should be enjoyed by these birds including shots for pox and paratyphoid. It may be best if you can worm these birds at least twice a year. If your budget is more than okay, it is best as well to get vitamins and supplements for the birds. Ask the neighborhood vet for the right vitamins for racing birds. These birds at their tender age are often grouped together in a specialized housing called the loft, and this will serve as their home up until their racing days. What to expect in the first 28 days Once these young birds have stayed for around 28 days on their nest, they are supposed to be transferred to a much larger loft. The time that the pigeon takes to fly home is converted into yards flown per minute. That is then noted as the bird's speed. Several years ago before any of the special clocks being utilized now have been invented, the pigeon was taken to the central meeting point to time in. Because of the evolution of the sport, the competing birds are now timed in through the use of the electronic clocks and the uniquely bar coded bands. History of Racing Pigeons Today's generation is fortunate enough to experience the wonders of modern communications. Letters are electronically sent in a matter of seconds via the Internet, and real time conversation with colleagues from far away is now possible through Instant Messaging. Ah, thanks to technology. Don't place the cage or loft in a damp area. Parasites and fungus are likely to thrive the habitat given this environmental setup. Ensure that you clean and dry the floor and feeding area. You can use a cat litter to disinfect and take away the dampness in the area. Include the appropriate toys inside the cage. If you are planning on buying pedigreed pigeons, you have to ensure the credibility of the seller. The information tagged to the pigeon must be entirely accurate. A great avenue to verify the accuracy of the information is by looking for race results on the internet. Now that we mention it, using the internet is also an excellent way to look for pedigreed pigeons.