Long Tailed Fowl
Their History and Care
by
David Rogers and Toni-Marie Astin
There are few publications in the western cultures of the world that outline the basic requirements of long tailed fowl.
Nearly four years in the making, Long Tailed Fowl, a guide to long tailed fowl history and management provides information that  will fascinate anyone interested in these beautiful birds.

Those wishing to keep birds carrying the non-molting genes especially require the specialist knowledge that is presented clearly and concisely. Included are chapters on history, housing, grooming, dietary requirements, breeding and flock management, with practical information relevant to long tailed breeds. Centuries-old Japanese rearing methods are combined with current knowledge and practice to present a comprehensive and indispensable source of information for the enthusiast.
Long Tailed Fowl is a perfect bound, 8.5" x 5.5", 84 page, soft cover publication with several black and white illustrations and 17 color pages
ISBN 978-1-57472-414-1

Contents include -

Breed History and Development of the Japanese Onagadori, 尾長鶏

Other Long Tailed Breeds

Housing

The Non-Molting Gene

Dietary Requirements

Breeding

Hatching and Caring for Offspring

Caring for Adolescent Birds

Culling, Selecting for Quality

Socialization

Grooming

Diagnosing Minor and Common Illnesses

Anatomy

Glossary of Poultry Terms

Acknowledgments and Thanks

About the Authors

Appendix 1 - Tomebako Building Plans

Appendix 2 - Japanese Names and Words Explained

Appendix 3 - Probable Movement of the Ancestors of Long Tailed Breeds


Where to purchase:

From David Rogers - $27.00 S&H included (extra for non US residents); Please send payment and postal address via PayPal to orders@countrywhatnotgardens.com
(The above e-mail address is my work e-mail for business questions and orders only. Please do not contact me about birds, eggs, etc. at this address. If you wish to contact me regarding eggs, birds, etc, please direct these inquiries to me at this address. Thank you.

From Toni-Marie Astin - Send an e-mail request for details to: Toni-Marie Astin