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David Ruble

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 09/01/2012
Expertise

I can answer questions concerning color, genetics and breeding of Pigeons.

Experience in the area

I have 30 years experience in breeding pigeons, specifically in creating new colors and new breeds. I studied informally under Dr. Hollander.

Organizations

none currently.

Publications

Pigeon Journal, (early '80's)

Education/Credentials

N/A

Awards and Honors

former NBRC, FSCRC,and others member

Average Ratings

Recent Reviews from Users

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UserDateKCPComments
Tina09/06/11101010Okay.Thanks& Regards Tina India.
ed08/22/111010Thanks. I suspected that it would be .....
Darla 06/30/11101010Lol. Thanks David. I hope he does .....
Kathy06/20/11101010Thank you very much for your knowledgable .....
Helen06/19/11101010Thanks for the quick response.

Recent Answers from David Ruble

2011-09-03 Rock Pigeon Squab:

The only way to positively identify is with a stool sample under microscope by a DMV. Common roundworm can also show these symptoms, and likely other diseases.  I am not a vet.  Medications used here in

2011-09-02 Rock Pigeon Squab:

I don't claim to be an expert on pigeon health, but it sounds like the classical description of coccidiosis to me.  You will need parasite meds.

2011-08-30 The death of my Pet Dove:

I don't believe the word dove is even in my bio.  Perhaps you should read that before wasting my time with silly questions concerning health issues.  Not my field.  Never claimed it to be.  I have answered

2011-08-29 The death of my Pet Dove:

Sorry, I can't be of much help.  However, 8 yrs is a LONG life for a pigeon/dove.  I guess old age would be my first guess!

2011-07-21 pigeon/ dove:

A little vague on details, but I will give it a shot!  Domestic pigeon males do occasionally enter other pigeon nests and harrass the babies to death.  I don't claim to be an expert on doves.  And I seriously

 

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