INTRODUCTION

 Although I joined the budgerigar society back in 2003 I had a two year break due to work commitments.Now back in the hobby and more enthusiastic than ever I consider myself to be in a better position than first time around.  I had quite a small stud before the break which consisted of about 80 birds which were of good quality.I exhibited over a twelve month period and did ok in my section mainly thanks to a good family of spangles.Coming back into the hobby after selling my birds was going to be hard  trying to pick up where I left off . It was obvious who I was going to when  purchasing my birds  second time around after doing so well the  first time, Huxley and Marchant was the choice. After some great advice once again from Alan, I purchased a few pairs which have produced me some chicks which are on par with quality of birds I had first time around, so its been a great start. I also purchased several birds from Carl Steadman who is a personal friend of mine, he also has a great stud of birds which are also based on the Huxley and Marchant stud. Although not partners Carl and myself work closely  with the birds, when pairing up a second opinion is always useful , and if either require a bird with a certain feature that we dont have we exchange or borrow the required bird. I've also purchased a few hens off RJW Bowker, When paired to a yellow faced cock they produced the best two birds in my shed today. Living in Stoke on Trent I consider myself quite fortunate as it seems to be a hot bed for quality budgerigars.
There are a number of top breeders in the area who will always be on the end of a phone to offer great advice should anyone need it, to mention just a few Huxley and Marchant , Jim Huxley , RJW Bowker , Carl Steadman , Pete Taplin , Ray Warrender. All top breeders in there own rights.
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                Regards Steve.