Old English Carrier Pigeon

During my youth, I had many pets and one of the pets I had were pigeons. These are bred for show, racing or just for the satisfaction that one can create a family of birds that will continue to procreate and become a colony which grows bigger and bigger. One of the breeds that piqued my interest was the English Carrier Pigeon. They have long necks, slender body and very sleek. This is quite an expensive breed to have compared to other breeds that are available to hobbyists.
It is quite pricy because it can fly higher than other pigeons due to its larger wing span. A higher flying pigeon is much more desirable as it will be less likely for it to encounter a large flock of pigeons which gives it a lower chance of being lured and captured. The Carrier Pigeon is currently used for show and not for racing, a lot of hobbyists prefer this breed due to its almost regal and ancient appearance. The English Carrier blood was used to create some of the racing bloodlines currently used. For me personally, the English Carrier is still one of the types I prefer because they are majestic in flight and good temperament.

To those who aren't familiar with having pigeons as pets, there are 3 ways to acquire pigeons.

1. Breeding - when one of your pairs breeds and have offspring. Pigeons that hatch within your flock is better at racing as your flock is the only one it knows thus making his chances of returning home higher.
2. Purchasing - When you go and buy your stock. When pigeons are freshly purchased, the primary feathers must be clipped or bound to prevent them from flying off back to their owners until they are already comfortable with their new flock.
3. Capture - This is when a stray pigeon goes with your flock. They may be enticed by your flock to come home with them. When this happens, they may consider your flock as their permanent flock and decide to live there.