BIRDS & BIRDKEEPING
HOW often have we seen good Glosters, and canaries in general, let down on the show bench by poor presentation; either of themselves or the show cage they occupy?
The exhibition side of the hobby is our shop window. It tells everyone else about us, the exhibitor, and sends a message to the rest of the fancy. It also sends signals to non-bird fancy individuals or organisations. Clean and well-presented show cages are a priority not an afterthought; it displays your intentions as an exhibitor.
The exhibit must arrive at the show well prepared; second best is not good enough to
