Pigeons As Pets Pigeons make excellent pets and they are easy to raise and breed. I think that you can get great enjoyment from them with a minimum investment of time and money. Of course if you want really good birds and a fancy loft you can expect to spend some cash. There are literally hundreds of breeds of pigeons, and picking just one or two favorites can be difficult.
Some breeds are easier to care for than others.
Generally the more accessories the breed has, the more difficult they are to raise. Breeds with extra feathers on their tails or feet may need to be trimmed for breeding, and may be harder to keep clean and undamaged Birds with very short beaks may have trouble feeding their own young, and some breeds are wild and just plain ornery. If you are just starting out I would recomend that you get a breed that is easy to raise. Racing Homers, are known for racing home from long distances. Highflyers and Tiplers, are bred for flying high and long.