With this, the birds can be trained to compete with one another and at such a tender age, they are already molded to become great racers. So you are wondering about what a futurity race is all about. To set the record straight, the futurity race is a kind of event that is being sponsored or held by loft managers or the pigeon clubs. Now that we mention it, using the internet is also an excellent way to look for pedigreed pigeons. Relying on the quality of the parents alone is not enough to produce championship pigeons. One has to look into three features to ensure a high probability of quality stock. These consist of the physical, physiological, and psychological features. Each competing pigeon must be healthy and should wear a racing band. Each pigeon must return to its loft at the end of the race. Otherwise, it is disqualified. The shortest distance possible for each official race is no shorter than 75 miles. Timing: Each race is timed using electronic band scanning clock systems. You will also need to incorporate care and understanding because these birds are living creatures as well. It's because in their daily forays in the skyline they will have to contend with strong winds and even other larger birds. More than these three rules, dedication is also important for fanciers wanting to raise champions. A common bird food is the suet, that which is composed of animal fat. During the warmer months, feeding the bird with suet is advised. You can opt for pork or beef fat or suet cakes and put them inside the cage. To ensure that your bird gets a well-rounded diet, you may choose to feed it with meal worms, fruits, and egg shells. Likewise, it is important to teach your pet to go back on the perch. The best way to do it is by moving it close and giving the command like "up". Training the Bird to Go Back Inside the Cage Racing pigeons love to fly. After all, that is their essence of being birds. Therefore, you must give your pet the chance to fly around outside the cage but be sure to teach it how to go back inside.