Domestic Geese
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Domestic Geese And Ducks A Complete And Authentic Handbook And Guide For Breeders Growers And Admirers Of Domestic Geese And Ducks
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Author : Paul Ives
language : en
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Release Date : 2021-03-22
Domestic Geese And Ducks A Complete And Authentic Handbook And Guide For Breeders Growers And Admirers Of Domestic Geese And Ducks written by Paul Ives and has been published by Read Books Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-22 with Technology & Engineering categories.
This vintage text contains a complete handbook and guide for breeders, growers, and admirers of domestic geese and ducks. Much of the information contained herein is timeless, making this book of considerable value to modern poultry enthusiasts and a text not to be missed by collectors of antique literature of this ilk. The chapters of this book include: 'History, Habits, Tradition, and General Possibilities in Geese'; 'Breeds of Geese'; 'The Heavy-Weight Varieties'; 'The Medium-Weight Varieties'; 'Rare and Ornamental Varieties'; 'Selecting for Breeding'; 'Hatching and Rearing'; 'Fattening Geese'; 'Exhibiting Geese'; etcetera. This text was originally published in 1947, and is proudly republished now complete with a new introduction on poultry farming.
Keeping Domestic Geese
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Author : Barbara Soames
language : en
Publisher: Blandford
Release Date : 1980
Keeping Domestic Geese written by Barbara Soames and has been published by Blandford this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with Geese categories.
Describes all major breeds of geese and provides a detailed guide to keeping geese that features information on selection, care and management, disease prevention, feeding, housing, and breeding.
Domestic Geese
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Author : Chris Ashton
language : en
Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
Release Date : 2010
Domestic Geese written by Chris Ashton and has been published by Crowood Press (UK) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Geese categories.
"Domestic Geese" is a comprehensive book for pet keepers, breeders, and exhibitors.Written from years of first hand experience with these delightful birds, this revised paperback edition gives a special insight into their behavior. Pure breeds of geese, hand reared, are tame, responsive, and intelligent. Reared well, they will give hours of interest and pleasure for life."
Keeping Domestic Geese
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Author : Barbara Soanes
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1992-01-01
Keeping Domestic Geese written by Barbara Soanes and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992-01-01 with Breeding categories.
Keeping Geese
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Author : Chris Ashton
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2015-05-31
Keeping Geese written by Chris Ashton and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-05-31 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Keeping Geese is a complete guide to the domesticated goose. It shows how this intelligent bird has been absorbed into different cultures throughout history, from the taming of the Greylag and the Swan goose to the exhibition of the mighty Toulouse. Written from thirty years of first-hand experience of keeping, breeding and exhibiting these birds, Keeping Geese gives an insight into their habits and behaviour. Pure breeds of geese, hand-reared, are tame, responsive and intelligent and reared well, they will give hours of interest and pleasure for life. Illustrated with over 160 photographs and diagrams, this comprehensive study of geese covers the following and much more: domestication of the goose from the wild, and development of the breeds; why keep geese - as garden pets, eggs, exhibition, table birds; getting started with geese; understanding geese - breeds, physiology and behaviour; management of adult stock; breeding, incubation and rearing goslings; recognizing and treating ailments.
Domestic Geese And Ducks
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Author : Paul Pomeroy Ives
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1951
Domestic Geese And Ducks written by Paul Pomeroy Ives and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1951 with Ducks categories.
The Illustrated Guide To Ducks And Geese And Other Domestic Fowl
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Author : Celia Lewis
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2014-12-18
The Illustrated Guide To Ducks And Geese And Other Domestic Fowl written by Celia Lewis and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-12-18 with Pets categories.
Covering 65 domestic breeds of ducks, geese, guineafowl, quail, turkeys and peafowl, the book gives an insight into the individual personalities and attributes of each kind of bird. With just a little land and available water, you can raise a variety of domestic fowl, from friendly ducks and characterful geese to guineafowl, dainty quail, placid turkeys or even peafowl. Illustrated with the author's charming watercolour paintings, this book is packed with practical tips on keeping domestic fowl and selecting the right breed for your circumstances. The breed profiles are written in engaging text and include the history and place of origin, colour combinations, differences between male and female birds, the appearance of hatchlings and the numbers of eggs to expect. As well as selecting an appropriate breed, you need to consider your neighbours, the kinds of bird you can and should keep, whether you want them for eggs or as pets, and whether you want to breed them. The book offers helpful advice on all these issues and also on housing, the provision of water, feeding and the noise and impact your birds will have, as well as preventing and treating common ailments. Whether you are starting out as a smallholder, are interested in raising a few ducks or geese in a suburban or rural setting, or are simply a devotee of domestic fowl there is plenty to captivate you in this book.
Domestic Duck
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Author : Mike Ashton
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2014-11-30
Domestic Duck written by Mike Ashton and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-30 with Pets categories.
Most domesticated ducks are descended from the wild mallard and over the centuries many different breeds have been created. They have been kept as pets, or for their ornamental value, or have been farmed for their meat, eggs and down. In The Domestic Duck, Chris and Mike Ashton explain how these breeds have been developed and how to look after them. Contents include: Breeds, their origins and characteristics; Classic ducks from all over the world; 'Designer' ducks of the twentieth century; Management of adult stock; Breeding and rearing ducklings; Common problems and ailments. Fully illustrated with over 170 black & white photographs and 35 colour photographs depicting examples of the pure breeds and all aspects of their management, this is the essential manual for all duck-keepers.
Domestic Fowl Their Natural History Breeding Rearing And General Management
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Author : H D. Richardson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1847
Domestic Fowl Their Natural History Breeding Rearing And General Management written by H D. Richardson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1847 with Poultry categories.
Geese
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Author : Lorijo Metz
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2010-08-15
Geese written by Lorijo Metz and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-08-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Though they do not fly long distances like their wild cousins, domestic geese can be found all throughout the world. Kids will be fascinated to learn all about these noisy birds that are raised for their eggs, meat, and feathers.