The Texan Pioneer should feel as though it will slip out of your hand when held properly. Legs as small as possible yet in proportion to the body, wide set and with the drum sticks and thighs well fleshed. Toes shall be fine boned and short. Legs to be nearly straight, not to give a squatty appearance. Feathers with the oily sheen indicate one of good health.
Loose feathers are undesirable.
Under or over weight, all birds are to be weighed as they are checked into the show. Any damaged or sick birds. Any that show signs of trimming or plucking.