Practical Quail-keeping

Practical Quail-keeping
Author: Sarah Barratt
Publisher: Crowood
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2013-04-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1847975240

Practical Quail-keeping is a comprehensive guide for anyone who keeps quail or who is thinking about starting out. It covers all key aspects of responsible quail husbandry, and explains how to set up and equip your quail house and pens, how to care for your birds, and how to breed and raise young hatchlings through to healthy adulthood. The authors draw on their extensive experience as quail breeders to provide a unique insight into keeping these fascinating little birds. Topics covered include:Legal aspects of poultry-keeping; Feeding and watering; Protecting quail from vermin and disease; Breeding and hatching; Quail recipes. A comprehensive guide to quail-keeping that gives a unique insight into keeping these fascinating little birds, aimed at smallholders and poultry-keepers. Superbly illustrated with 140 colour photographs. Sarah and Martin Barratt are quail breeders with extensive experience.

Raising Quail

Raising Quail
Author: Paul Carson
Publisher: Paul Carson
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2024-10-15
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

Raising Quail: A Comprehensive Handbook for Quail Farmers Discover the Profitable World of Quail Farming Are you looking to start a profitable and rewarding agricultural venture? Raising quail offers a unique opportunity to enter the livestock industry with a relatively small investment. This comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know to successfully raise quail for eggs, meat, feathers, or simply as pets. From selecting the right breed to building a suitable coop, this book covers all aspects of quail farming. Learn about the benefits of raising quail, including their high egg production, nutritional value, and low environmental impact. Explore different methods of raising quail, such as for meat production, feather harvesting, or breeding and selling. Inside, you'll find practical advice on feeding, nutrition, health care, and breeding. Discover how to market your quail products and maximize your profits. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or a beginner, this book is your essential resource for starting and growing a successful quail farming operation. Key Topics Covered: Quail Breeds: Choose the best breeds for your specific goals. Coop Construction: Build a suitable and comfortable environment for your quail. Feeding and Nutrition: Provide the right nutrients for optimal health and productivity. Egg Production: Maximize egg yield and quality. Meat Production: Learn about slaughtering, processing, and marketing quail meat. Feather Production: Harvest and utilize quail feathers for various purposes. Breeding and Selling: Profit from breeding and selling quail. Raising Quail as Pets: Enjoy the companionship of these delightful birds. Quail for Pest Control: Use quail to naturally control pests in your garden. Quail for Education and Therapy: Incorporate quail into educational programs and therapy sessions. Quail for Conservation: Contribute to quail conservation efforts. Quail for Hunting and Sport: Participate in quail hunting and sporting events. Sustainable Practices: Learn about environmentally friendly methods of quail farming. Understanding Quail Nutrition: Ensure your quail receive the proper nutrients for optimal health. With this comprehensive handbook, you'll have the knowledge and tools to embark on a successful quail farming journey. Start exploring the exciting world of quail farming today! TAGS: Coturnix quail farming guide, How to start a quail farm at home, Raising quail for beginners, Quail farming business plan, Quail egg production, Quail coop plans, Quail meat processing

Keeping Quail

Keeping Quail
Author: Katie Thear
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Quails
ISBN: 9780906137222

Coturnix quail: Raising guide, Genetics and Self-sufficiency

Coturnix quail: Raising guide, Genetics and Self-sufficiency
Author: Amelie Hebert
Publisher: Amélie Hébert
Total Pages: 85
Release: 2024-10-13
Genre: Pets
ISBN:

The Japanese quail, a fantastic little bird for 1001 reasons. Do you intend to raise any? You'll find everything you need to know here in this book entirely in English. Lots of information on quail, needs and equipment, potential problems, breeding, incubation, quail care, egg and meat production, and color genetics. All in the same book. A simple incubation log and note sheets at the end of the book. Join the adventure of Coturnix quail breeding.

Quails as Pets. Quail Owners Manual. Quail Keeping Pros and Cons, Care, Housing, Diet and Health.

Quails as Pets. Quail Owners Manual. Quail Keeping Pros and Cons, Care, Housing, Diet and Health.
Author: Roger Rodendale
Publisher: Imb Publishing Quails as Pets
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2015-11-16
Genre:
ISBN: 9781911142140

Have you always wanted to buy Quail, either for companionship or as a profitable venture, but didn't have enough information on how to acquire or raise them? If yes, then this book has been especially written for you! Quail may be small in size, but are easy to domesticate and care for if given the right kind of environment, attention and know-how. Quail can make for interesting and viable long-term pets. While tiny in size and pleasing in their appearance, as poultry, Quail can assume a variety of roles with ease - from adorning your house as an exhibition bird, to providing meat and eggs that have a high value in the commercial produce trade. Through this pet care guide, you will gain access to a plethora of information, tips and advice on the ideal habitat, housing conditions, nutritional requirements and healthcare that pet Quail should be provided with. You will also discover other useful information on the broader implications of owning pet Quail, from social and legal considerations to understanding their mating patterns and interpersonal interactions. Furthermore, you will also gain access into the world of Quail husbandry, with knowledge on how to breed Quail and care for the eggs. If you have any questions or doubts on how to properly care for your Quail, then this book will surely become your handy advisor. You will find out what makes these birds unique and sets them apart from other poultry and livestock breeds. You will learning how to forge a lifelong and rewarding relationship with your Quail. This book covers all the relevant aspects of acquiring and caring for pet Quail, discussing such topics as: Behaviour patterns Best breeds for ownership Caring for young Quail Common illnesses and corresponding actions and precautions Different varieties Electronic tagging for your Quail Food Grooming Healthcare Housing Insuring your Quail Interacting with your Quail Price and methods of acquiring Quail Selecting your Quail Shopping checklists Understanding your Quail ....and much more"

The Quail Lady's Guide to Raising Coturnix on the Homestead

The Quail Lady's Guide to Raising Coturnix on the Homestead
Author: Alexandra Douglas
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2019-10-24
Genre:
ISBN: 9781502735478

With the popularity of Homesteading and self sufficiency in your backyard, many are turning to Coturnix Quail as their bird of choice as the alternative of raising chickens. Learn about the amazing species of quail and follow the Quail Lady's Guide to Raising them in your very own backyard. With over a decade of experience, Alexandra Douglas offers tips and tricks, including her 10 secrets, on successfully raising Coturnix at ease.

Proper Quail Guide for Beginners

Proper Quail Guide for Beginners
Author: Thorsten Hawk
Publisher: epubli
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2022-01-28
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 3754945149

★ Proper Quail Guide for Beginners ★ 1x1 Guide to Quail Keeping and Breeding Japanese Laying Quail. Perfect Quail Raising. A wonderful Poultry Breeds Why it's worth keeping quail: In recent years, quail has become one of the most popular birds in hobby keeping and professional breeding. The reasons for this are obvious: Quails - in contrast to chickens, for example - have relatively manageable requirements in terms of space, feed and their general housing conditions. In addition, they have an extremely friendly, rather reserved nature, which makes dealing with them particularly uncomplicated and pleasant. Due to their fine character and the quite fulfilling demands on owner and keeper, the little ones are excellently suited for beginners and newcomers in the field of breeding and keeping. This guide provides all the information you need to get started with quail keeping or breeding. Here you will learn everything you need to know to make sure that keeping, caring and living together works out in the long run. The following topics are covered: the different quail breeds and their typical characteristics, the nature and character of quails, size, age and laying performance, the correct and species-appropriate housing: different forms of enclosures and their advantages and disadvantages, what equipment you need for the enclosure, how and when to clean and muck out, which food is the best and which foods are not suitable, how to get your quails through the winter, what diseases there are, and what to do if your quails get sick, the right way to deal with vacations and longer absences, quail breeding: how natural brood and artificial brood work, how chicks are fed and raised, legal framework for keeping and slaughtering, and much more!