FAQ's:

In order to provide you with rapid answers to some of the more frequent questions that we receive about the NPA and the Hobby of Pigeon Raising we have created a list of FAQ's. Simply click on the highlighted text to find the answer. If your question doesn't appear please contact our office.
 

How do I join the National Pigeon Association?
You can join the NPA by sending a completed membership application and appropriate dues to the NPA Secretary/Treasure.
 

Where can I purchase NPA seamless bands, and do I need to be an NPA member to purchase them?
National Pigeon Association bands may be purchased by anyone. To place your band order please download this order form. You can also use our form to join the NPA.
 

I'd like to contact an NPA representative in my area. How can I do this?
Please visit our directors page. It contains a regional map, click on the state where you live, and you'll find out who your nearest NPA official is. This person will assist you in locating other fanciers in your area.
 

I'm just starting out in the hobby. Can the National Pigeon Association provide me with any information about the basic care of my pigeons?
Yes, we can!  We can put our novice members in contact with one of our District or State Representatives who will try to help them.  We also have a brochure that explains what our hobby is all about.
 

Where can I find literature about pigeon raising?
Local libraries often contain copies of pigeon books.  There are also magazines related to various aspects of our hobby. 
 

I have heard about Grand Nationals can you tell me more?
Our NPA Grand Nationals and Conventions take place in January of each year. These are held in various locations in the United States to give fanciers in various regions of our country the opportunity to participate in one of "Pigeondom's" most prestigious events. Held from Thursday to late Saturday afternoon our Nationals can, depending upon the location, attract anywhere from 6,000 to nearly 10,000 quality pigeons. Nationals afford fanciers the opportunity to compete against some of the top breeders in the country, meet other fanciers, share ideas, and attend our annual general membership meeting. One of the highlights of our Nationals is our Awards Banquet that is held on Friday night, while another highlight is the NPA Pigeon Auction that allows fanciers to bid on pigeons from some of the best lofts in America. For more information about our past Grand Nationals, and upcoming ones please visit this page.

Where can I purchase pigeons?
There are a number of ways to locate pigeons for sale. If you are looking for a specific breed we recommend contacting one of our specialty clubs. Our NPA Quarterly Review contains a number of advertisements from breeders. Advertisements can also be found in pigeon related magazines.  Another good place to buy pigeons is at a pigeon show.

Can you offer any advice about buying pigeons, and what can I expect to pay for quality stock?
In general it's recommended that novices purchase the best quality that they can afford. Remember that in most cases quantity doesn't always produce quality. Before purchasing breeding stock you should familiarize yourself with the standard of perfection for the breed you're interested in. Don't be afraid to ask questions about what is being offered to you. You might also read show reports in order to learn the names of   successful breeders/exhibitors in your area.

Health Care
 

I'm concerned about a health problem that my pigeons are having. Is there anyone that I can contact?
Yes. Doctor Jon Esposito and Doctor James Gratz have volunteered their expertise in order to answer questions regarding Avian Medicine.
 

Can you  recommend any books or literature related to health care, diseases, etc?
The newest pigeon book on the shelf is Dr Jon and Shannon Hiatt's "Pigeon Guide".  There are a few other excellent books that we recommend.  David Marx's "A Veterinary Approach to Pigeon Health" contains some basic easy to understand information. "Healthy Pigeons" by Doctor Ludwig Schrag covers such topics as the recognition, prevention, and treatment of major pigeon diseases is a little more complex, and contains some excellent photographs and illustrations. However this book was originally  published in Germany, and certain medications mentioned may not be available in the United States.

Found Pigeons

Please go to our found pigeon page by clicking here.