141. A New Flyer’s Journey Into the Pigeon Hobby

141. A New Flyer’s Journey Into the Pigeon Hobby

From All About Pigeons by Word On The Wire Productions

May 27, 2026 · 40 min

About this episode

Phillip interviews Joshua Toy about his unique experience as a new pigeon flyer in Philadelphia.

In this episode of the All About Pigeons Podcast, Phillip sits down with Joshua Toy, a brand new pigeon flyer doing something truly unique: keeping and flying pigeons from a rooftop loft in Philadelphia. Joshua shares the challenges of getting started in the hobby without club connections, building and rebuilding rooftop lofts, dealing with predators in the city, harsh winter weather, breeding issues, and learning through trial and error. From homing pigeons to Archangels and Old German Owls, this conversation dives into what it’s really like being a beginner pigeon keeper trying to figure things out in an urban environment. The episode also explores the importance of pigeon clubs, online communities, old pigeon literature, predator proofing, rooftop loft design, and the excitement of eventually free flying birds in the city skyline. Joshua also talks about his rooftop pigeon livestream project, Dove Love Loft, where viewers can follow along with his growing flock and loft journey. A great episode for new flyers, rooftop pigeon enthusiasts, and anyone interested in urban pigeon keeping. www.pigeonpod.com #Pigeons #PigeonFlying #RooftopLoft #HomingPigeons #UrbanPigeons…

People in this episode

Host: Phillip

Guest: Joshua Toy

Topics covered

  • pigeon flying
  • urban pigeon keeping
  • rooftop lofts
  • beginner pigeon keeper
  • pigeon clubs
  • livestream project

Keywords

  • pigeons
  • pigeon hobby
  • rooftop loft
  • urban environment
  • breeding issues
  • predator proofing
  • Dove Love Loft

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Philadelphia

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