THE "FANCY" 



his breed and the doings of the breeders, besides 

 giving him added prestige on account of being a 

 member. Most specialty clubs have one dollar for 

 their membership fee and the same amount for 

 annual dues. 



When selecting fowls to be exhibited, first of all 

 subject each one to a careful scrutiny, and make sure 

 Hints on Ex- that it is free from disqualification, 

 hibiting Fowls Remember, that if the " Standard " 

 says white in the ear-lobes or face shall disqualify, 

 a spot the size of a grain of wheat is all that 

 is necessary to throw your bird out of the race 

 in close competition; or, if the "Standard" says 

 white or gray or any other foreign color in any 

 part of the plumage is a disqualification, it means 

 just what it says, and a part of a feather off in color 

 will disqualify your bird just as surely as a whole 

 feather. 



Preparation means a great deal toward success 

 in the show room. Train your birds so that they 

 will not object to being handled, and teach them 

 to pose at command so that they will show to the 

 best advantage. White-plumaged birds should be 

 given a bath a few hours before being cooped to 

 send to the show, or long enough that they may 

 dry and arrange their feathers before being re- 

 moved. All kinds of fowls should have their 

 combs, lobes, wattles and legs thoroughly cleaned, 

 using a soft sponge, warm water and soap. 



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