Q about introducing puppy to birds

[ducktrooper]

Am helping my son train his 9 week old lab. What are some good ways to introduce the pup to birds? What should we start with first....feathers? fresh killed? clipped pigeon? Also, where can I find a few birds in the Memphis area besides the homeless underpasses? Thanks.

[SkippyJ]

9 week old....let him chew, roll, mouth a wing. For a few mins at time then put it away. Don't want to start a feather/chewing habit so to speak. I got a 11 week old that's walking around with a hen spoon in his mouth when I let him. He gets out of the box looking for it.

[jmh600]

If you find any wings or birds in the memphis area let me know. Iv got a 13 week old that im looking to do the same with.

[Glen Livet]

I could use live pigeons in the Memphis area too.

[tprice aka cowboy]

Guys... go to first monday in Ripley in about two weeks. you will be able to find some training birds. last time i was there i saw plenty of pigeons and ducks.

[Glen Livet]

how much do pigeons and ducks cost?

[tprice aka cowboy]

It's a fleamarket....just have to negotiate with the farmers. I'll be there looking for a few pigeons for my puppy.

[GulfCoast]

Flea market ducks (don't get muscovies or roans) are usually $12-15 dollars. Pigeons are $8 or $10 down here, if you can find them. If you want unlimited pigeons, spend $30 on a pigeon trap. Don't tell a savvy farmer you want them for dog training, or the price will go up, and hippiechick might not sell 'em to you.