Bantams: A Guide to Keeping, Breeding and Showing

by J.C. Jeremy Hobson

It is not surprising that bantams are becoming increasingly popular. Exhibiting a great deal more character than their larger cousins, they soon become part of the family and provide both eggs and interest for very little expenditure. They appeal to both young and old alike and are relatively easy to accommodate and manage. This one-stop guide covers all aspects of housing with reference to open runs, penning sheds, light, ventilation, and suitable flooring; feeding including basic rations for birds from one day to sixteen weeks, grit, water, greenstuffs, and supplements; breeding, rearing, and hatching; showing and preparation, including egg competitions and the ringing scheme; and health, hygiene, ailments, and diseases.

168 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 2005

Reviews

[Henri Moreaux · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great little book covering the basics of keeping bantam chickens as well as breeding & showing them.

Has numerous illustrations of different breeds and a handy section on common diseases/ailments and potential solutions.

Was a little disappointed there wasn't more on the Barbu d'Uccle.