Compound feed additive for improving competitive performance of turning-flying pigeons and application of compound feed additive in improving competitive performance of turning-flying pigeons

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of poultry feed additives. The invention provides a compound feed additive for improving competitive performance of upturning pigeons, the compound feed additive is composed of functional components and a carrier in a mass ratio of (1-3): (7-9), and the functional components comprise sodium butyrate, taurine, gamma-aminobutyric acid and bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of (2-4): (2-3): (1-2): (0.5-1). The compound feed additive disclosed by the invention is combined with a staged feeding mode to feed the turnover pigeons, so that intestinal health, neurological functions and muscle endurance of the turnover pigeons can be synergistically regulated and controlled, the continuous flight time can be effectively prolonged, the action coordination and fatigue resistance can be enhanced, the immune level of the turnover pigeons can be improved, and a good overall metabolic state can be ensured; and the purpose of improving the competitive performance of the turning pigeons is achieved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of poultry feed additives, and particularly relates to a compound feed additive for improving the competitive performance of flying pigeons and application thereof in improving the competitive performance of flying pigeons. BACKGROUND

[0002] As a kind of racing animal highly dependent on physical fitness and immunity, the physiological health and competitive performance of flying pigeons are closely related to nutritional regulation, and the competitive performance of flying pigeons is mainly reflected in the frequency of flying, the duration of flying, the coordination of movements and the anti-fatigue ability. During the process of high-intensity training and competition, such pigeons are prone to problems such as intestinal dysfunction, insufficient energy metabolism, rapid accumulation of lactic acid and muscle damage, which leads to a decline in competitive state, deformation of flying movements and weakening of the ability to continue flying, and seriously affects the competition results. In recent years, with the professional development of racing pigeon sports, how to improve the competitive performance, disease resistance and recovery efficiency of flying pigeons through nutritional intervention has become a research hotspot.

[0003] Among many feed additives, sodium butyrate has attracted much attention due to its unique physiological functions. Sodium butyrate is the sodium salt form of short-chain fatty acid butyric acid, which has multiple effects such as regulating intestinal flora balance, enhancing intestinal barrier function, promoting nutrient absorption and immune regulation. Its application in livestock and poultry breeding has achieved remarkable results, but systematic research in the field of flying pigeons is almost blank. And the existing feed additives for racing pigeons mainly focus on anti-fatigue or nutritional supplementation, and do not optimize the core competitive indicators such as the frequency of flying and the coordination of movements of flying pigeons. Therefore, it is of important practical application value to develop a compound feed additive that can synergistically regulate the intestinal health, energy metabolism, anti-fatigue ability and neural regulation function of flying pigeons, and significantly improve the core competitive performance of flying pigeons. SUMMARY

[0004] The purpose of the present application is to provide a compound feed additive for improving the competitive performance of flying pigeons, which can improve the competitive performance of flying pigeons through the combination of the compound feed additive and the phased feeding mode.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose of the application, the present application provides the following technical solutions: The present application provides a compound feed additive for improving the competitive performance of flying pigeons, which is characterized by being composed of functional components and carriers in a mass ratio of (1-3):(7-9), wherein the functional components include sodium butyrate, taurine, gamma-aminobutyric acid and bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of (2-4):(2-3):(1-2):(0.5-1).

[0006] As a preferred embodiment, the carrier is any one or several of corn starch, wheat bran or rice bran.

[0007] Preferably, the effective viable count of the *Bacillus licheniformis* is ≥1×10⁻⁶. 10 CFU / g.

[0008] This invention provides the application of the compound feed additive in the preparation of special feed products for tumbling pigeons.

[0009] This invention provides a special feed for tumbling pigeons, comprising a base feed and the compound feed additive, wherein the amount of the compound feed additive is 0.1-0.5% of the total weight of the special feed for tumbling pigeons.

[0010] Preferably, the basic feed comprises the following components in parts by weight: 40-50 parts corn flour, 20-30 parts pea flour, 10-15 parts wheat flour, 5-10 parts sorghum flour, 3-5 parts fish meal, 3-4 parts safflower seed, 2-3 parts shell powder, 0.1-0.5 parts compound vitamins, and 0.1-0.5 parts compound mineral salts.

[0011] The present invention also provides the application of the compound feed additive or the special feed for tumbling pigeons in improving the competitive performance of tumbling pigeons.

[0012] The present invention also provides the application of the compound feed additive or the special feed for tumbling pigeons in the preparation of products that improve the immune level of tumbling pigeons and regulate the body's metabolic balance.

[0013] This invention also provides a method for improving the racing performance of flying pigeons, comprising the following steps: (1) During the daily feeding of pigeons in the off-season, add the compound feed additive at 0.1%-0.2% of the total feed weight to feed the pigeons that have undergone training and are flying. (2) 30 to 15 days before the competition, add the compound feed additive at 0.3% of the total weight of the feed to feed the training pigeons. (3) From 14 days before the competition to the end of the competition, add the compound feed additive at 0.3%-0.5% of the total weight of feed to feed the training pigeons.

[0014] Preferably, the feeding time is 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM after daily training flights.

[0015] Preferably, the training flight process is as follows: two training flights are conducted daily, with the first training flight at 8:00 AM for half an hour and the second training flight at 8:00 PM for half an hour.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: 1. The technical solution of this invention utilizes the synergistic effect of sodium butyrate, taurine, γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and Bacillus licheniformis. Sodium butyrate repairs the intestinal mucosa and, combined with Bacillus licheniformis, consumes intestinal oxygen, creating an anaerobic environment for beneficial bacteria, thus regulating intestinal health and significantly improving the body's absorption and utilization of taurine and GABA. GABA entering the bloodstream alleviates central stress caused by high-altitude flight and reduces fatigue accumulation by regulating neurotransmitters, while taurine enhances myocardial contractility. These four components work synergistically to achieve full-chain optimization from nutrient absorption and neural control to muscle output, significantly improving the racing performance of flying pigeons and solving the problem that single-function additives in existing technologies cannot fully meet the racing needs of flying pigeons.

[0017] 2. The technical solution of this invention solves the common problem of "abundant physical strength but deformed movements" in traditional breeding by synergistic effect of GABA and taurine. It not only effectively prolongs the continuous flight time (endurance), but also significantly improves the frequency of flips and the continuity and grace of movements per unit time.

[0018] 3. All ingredients used in this invention are feed-grade safe raw materials, with no residues or side effects, suitable for long-term feeding of flying pigeons; the raw material cost is controllable, and it is easy to scale up production and promote application. Detailed Implementation

[0019] This invention provides a compound feed additive for improving the competitive performance of tumbling pigeons, which consists of functional components and a carrier in a mass ratio of (1-3):(7-9), further preferably (1.5-2.5):(7.5-8.5), and even more preferably 2:8.

[0020] In this invention, the functional components include sodium butyrate, taurine, γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and Bacillus licheniformis. The preferred mass ratio of sodium butyrate, taurine, GABA, and Bacillus licheniformis is (2-4):(2-3):(1-2):(0.5-1), more preferably (2.2-3.5):(2.2-2.8):(1.2-1.8):(0.6-0.9), and even more preferably 2.8:2.4:1.5:0.7.

[0021] In this invention, the effective viable count of the *Bacillus licheniformis* is ≥1×10⁻⁶. 10 CFU / g. The Bacillus licheniformis used in this invention is preferably the Bacillus licheniformis with accession number CGMCC 1.10257 (purchased from the China General Microbiological Culture Collection Center).

[0022] In this invention, the carrier is any one or more of corn starch, wheat bran, or rice bran.

[0023] This invention provides the application of the compound feed additive in the preparation of special feed products for tumbling pigeons.

[0024] The present invention also provides a special feed for tumbling pigeons, comprising a basic feed and the compound feed additive, wherein the amount of the compound feed additive is 0.1-0.5% of the total weight of the special feed for tumbling pigeons, more preferably 0.2-0.4%, and even more preferably 0.3%.

[0025] In this invention, the basic feed includes corn flour, pea flour, wheat flour, sorghum flour, fish meal, safflower seeds, shell powder, compound vitamins, and compound mineral salts.

[0026] In this invention, the preferred components of the compound vitamins include 200,000-300,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 40,000-45,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 2,000-3,000 mg / kg vitamin E, 40-50 mg / kg vitamin K3, 700-1,100 mg / kg vitamin B2, 250-580 mg / kg vitamin B6, 0.8-1.2 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,200-2,600 mg / kg niacin, 1,000-1,400 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 100-150 mg / kg folic acid, and 8-12 mg / kg biotin. More preferably, the compound vitamins include 220,000-280,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 41,000-44,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 200,000-3,000 mg / kg vitamin E, 40-50 mg / kg vitamin K3, 700-1,100 mg / kg vitamin B2, 250-580 mg / kg vitamin B6, 0.8-1.2 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,200-2,600 mg / kg niacin, 1,000-1,400 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 100-150 mg / kg folic acid, and 8-12 mg / kg biotin. IU / kg Vitamin D3, 2100-2800 mg / kg Vitamin E, 42-48 mg / kg Vitamin K3, 750-1000 mg / kg Vitamin B2, 300-550 mg / kg Vitamin B6, 0.9-1.1 mg / kg Vitamin B12, 2300-2500 mg / kg Niacin, 1100-1300 mg / kg Calcium Pantothenate, 110-140 mg / kg Folic Acid, and 9-11 mg / kg Biotin. Further preferred formulations include 250,000 IU / kg Vitamin A and 42,000 IU / kg Vitamin B12. IU / kg Vitamin D3, 2400mg / kg Vitamin E, 45mg / kg Vitamin K3, 850mg / kg Vitamin B2, 400mg / kg Vitamin B6, 1mg / kg Vitamin B12, 2400mg / kg Niacin, 1200mg / kg Calcium Pantothenate, 120mg / kg Folic Acid, and 10mg / kg Biotin.

[0027] In this invention, the composite mineral salt preferably includes 200-300 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate, 300-500 mg / kg copper sulfate pentahydrate, 4000-5500 mg / kg zinc sulfate heptahydrate, 20-30 mg / kg manganese sulfate monohydrate, 100-200 mg / kg potassium iodide, and 8-12 mg / kg sodium selenite monohydrate; more preferably, it includes 220-280 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate and 350-450 mg / kg sulfur pentahydrate. Copper sulfate, zinc sulfate heptahydrate (4200-5300 mg / kg), manganese sulfate monohydrate (22-28 mg / kg), potassium iodide (120-180 mg / kg), and sodium selenite monohydrate (9-11 mg / kg), with further preferred formulations including ferric sulfate heptahydrate (240 mg / kg), copper sulfate pentahydrate (380 mg / kg), zinc sulfate heptahydrate (4600 mg / kg), manganese sulfate monohydrate (25 mg / kg), potassium iodide (140 mg / kg), and sodium selenite monohydrate (10 mg / kg).

[0028] In this invention, the corn flour is preferably 40-50 parts by weight, more preferably 42-48 parts, and even more preferably 45 parts by weight; the pea flour is preferably 20-30 parts by weight, more preferably 22-28 parts, and even more preferably 25 parts by weight; the wheat flour is preferably 10-15 parts by weight, more preferably 11-14 parts, and even more preferably 12 parts by weight; the sorghum flour is preferably 5-10 parts by weight, more preferably 6-9 parts, and even more preferably 7.5 parts by weight; and the fishmeal is preferably 3-5 parts by weight, more preferably 3 parts by weight. The weight percentages of the following ingredients are preferred: 5-4.5 parts, more preferably 4 parts; the weight percentages of the safflower seeds are preferably 3-4 parts, more preferably 3.2-3.8 parts, and even more preferably 3.3 parts; the weight percentages of the shell powder are preferably 2-3 parts, more preferably 2.2-2.8 parts, and even more preferably 2.3 parts; the weight percentages of the compound vitamins are preferably 0.1-0.5 parts, more preferably 0.2-0.4 parts, and even more preferably 0.35 parts; the weight percentages of the compound mineral salts are preferably 0.1-0.5 parts, more preferably 0.15-0.4 parts, and even more preferably 0.25 parts.

[0029] The present invention also provides the application of the compound feed additive or the special feed for tumbling pigeons in improving the competitive performance of tumbling pigeons.

[0030] The present invention also provides the application of the compound feed additive or the special feed for tumbling pigeons in the preparation of products that improve the immune level of tumbling pigeons and regulate the body's metabolic balance.

[0031] This invention also provides a method for improving the racing performance of flying pigeons, comprising the following steps: (1) During the daily feeding of pigeons in the off-season, add the compound feed additive at 0.1%-0.2% of the total feed weight to feed the pigeons that have undergone training and are flying. (2) 30 to 15 days before the competition, add the compound feed additive at 0.3% of the total weight of the feed to feed the training pigeons. (3) From 14 days before the competition to the end of the competition, add the compound feed additive at 0.3%-0.5% of the total weight of feed to feed the training pigeons.

[0032] In this invention, the feeding time is 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily after training flights.

[0033] In this invention, the amount of food fed each time is preferably 1-5% of the weight of the flying pigeon, more preferably 2-4%, and even more preferably 3%.

[0034] In this invention, the training flight process is as follows: two training flights are conducted daily. The first training flight is at 8:00 AM and lasts for half an hour, and the second training flight is at 8:00 PM and lasts for half an hour.

[0035] The technical solutions provided by the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the embodiments, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0036] Example 1

[0037] A compound feed additive for enhancing the racing performance of tumbling pigeons comprises functional components and a carrier in a mass ratio of 2:8. The functional components are sodium butyrate, taurine, γ-aminobutyric acid, and Bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of 2.8:2.4:1.5:0.7. The carrier is corn starch. The effective viable count of the Bacillus licheniformis is ≥1×10⁻⁶. 10 CFU / g.

[0038] Example 2

[0039] A compound feed additive for enhancing the racing performance of tumbling pigeons comprises functional components and a carrier in a mass ratio of 1:9. The functional components are sodium butyrate, taurine, γ-aminobutyric acid, and Bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of 2:3:2:0.5. The carrier is corn starch. The effective viable count of the Bacillus licheniformis is ≥1×10⁻⁶. 10 CFU / g.

[0040] Example 3

[0041] A compound feed additive for enhancing the racing performance of tumbling pigeons comprises functional components and a carrier in a mass ratio of 3:7. The functional components are sodium butyrate, taurine, γ-aminobutyric acid, and Bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of 4:2:1:1. The carrier is wheat bran. The effective viable count of the Bacillus licheniformis is ≥1×10⁻⁶. 10 CFU / g.

[0042] Example 4

[0043] A special feed for flying pigeons, the raw material composition is: 45% corn flour, 25% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, 0.25% compound mineral salts, and 0.3% of the compound feed additives described in Example 1; The compound vitamin consists of 250,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 42,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 2,400 mg / kg vitamin E, 45 mg / kg vitamin K3, 850 mg / kg vitamin B2, 400 mg / kg vitamin B6, 1 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,400 mg / kg niacin, 1,200 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 120 mg / kg folic acid, and 10 mg / kg biotin. The composite mineral salt consists of 240 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate, 380 mg / kg copper sulfate pentahydrate, 4600 mg / kg zinc sulfate heptahydrate, 25 mg / kg manganese sulfate monohydrate, 140 mg / kg potassium iodide, and 10 mg / kg sodium selenite monohydrate.

[0044] Example 5

[0045] A special feed for flying pigeons, the raw material composition is: 45.1% corn flour, 25% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, 0.25% compound mineral salts, and 0.2% of the compound feed additives described in Example 1; The compound vitamin consists of 250,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 42,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 2,400 mg / kg vitamin E, 45 mg / kg vitamin K3, 850 mg / kg vitamin B2, 400 mg / kg vitamin B6, 1 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,400 mg / kg niacin, 1,200 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 120 mg / kg folic acid, and 10 mg / kg biotin. The composite mineral salt consists of 240 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate, 380 mg / kg copper sulfate pentahydrate, 4600 mg / kg zinc sulfate heptahydrate, 25 mg / kg manganese sulfate monohydrate, 140 mg / kg potassium iodide, and 10 mg / kg sodium selenite monohydrate.

[0046] Example 6

[0047] A special feed for flying pigeons, the raw material composition is: 45.8% corn flour, 24% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, 0.25% compound mineral salts, and 0.5% of the compound feed additives described in Example 1; The compound vitamin consists of 250,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 42,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 2,400 mg / kg vitamin E, 45 mg / kg vitamin K3, 850 mg / kg vitamin B2, 400 mg / kg vitamin B6, 1 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,400 mg / kg niacin, 1,200 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 120 mg / kg folic acid, and 10 mg / kg biotin. The composite mineral salt consists of 240 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate, 380 mg / kg copper sulfate pentahydrate, 4600 mg / kg zinc sulfate heptahydrate, 25 mg / kg manganese sulfate monohydrate, 140 mg / kg potassium iodide, and 10 mg / kg sodium selenite monohydrate.

[0048] Example 7

[0049] A special feed for flying pigeons, the raw material composition is: 45% corn flour, 25% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, 0.25% compound mineral salts, and 0.3% of the compound feed additives described in Example 2; The compound vitamin consists of 250,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 42,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 2,400 mg / kg vitamin E, 45 mg / kg vitamin K3, 850 mg / kg vitamin B2, 400 mg / kg vitamin B6, 1 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,400 mg / kg niacin, 1,200 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 120 mg / kg folic acid, and 10 mg / kg biotin. The composite mineral salt consists of 240 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate, 380 mg / kg copper sulfate pentahydrate, 4600 mg / kg zinc sulfate heptahydrate, 25 mg / kg manganese sulfate monohydrate, 140 mg / kg potassium iodide, and 10 mg / kg sodium selenite monohydrate.

[0050] Example 8

[0051] A special feed for flying pigeons, the raw material composition is: 45% corn flour, 25% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, 0.25% compound mineral salts, and 0.3% of the compound feed additives described in Example 3; The compound vitamin consists of 250,000 IU / kg vitamin A, 42,000 IU / kg vitamin D3, 2,400 mg / kg vitamin E, 45 mg / kg vitamin K3, 850 mg / kg vitamin B2, 400 mg / kg vitamin B6, 1 mg / kg vitamin B12, 2,400 mg / kg niacin, 1,200 mg / kg calcium pantothenate, 120 mg / kg folic acid, and 10 mg / kg biotin. The composite mineral salt consists of 240 mg / kg ferric sulfate heptahydrate, 380 mg / kg copper sulfate pentahydrate, 4600 mg / kg zinc sulfate heptahydrate, 25 mg / kg manganese sulfate monohydrate, 140 mg / kg potassium iodide, and 10 mg / kg sodium selenite monohydrate.

[0052] Example 9

[0053] A method to improve the racing performance of flying pigeons, the steps are as follows: (1) In daily feeding during the off-season, the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 5 is used to feed the tumbling pigeons after training. (2) 30 to 15 days before the competition, feed the trained flying pigeons with the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 4. (3) From 14 days before the competition to the end of the competition, the training pigeons were fed with the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 6. Feeding times are 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM after daily training flights, with each feeding amount being 3% of the pigeon's body weight. Training flights are conducted twice daily, with the first training flight at 8:00 AM for half an hour and the second training flight at 8:00 PM for half an hour.

[0054] Comparative Example 1

[0055] Similar to Example 9, only the following changes were made: "the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 5" was replaced with "45.3% corn flour, 25% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, and 0.25% compound mineral salts"; "the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 4" was replaced with "45.3% corn flour, 25% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, and 0.25% compound mineral salts"; and "the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 6" was replaced with "46.3% corn flour, 24% pea flour, 12% wheat flour, 7.5% sorghum flour, 4% fish meal, 3.3% safflower seed, 2.3% shell powder, 0.35% compound vitamins, and 0.25% compound mineral salts".

[0056] Comparative Example 2

[0057] Similar to Example 9, only the following is replaced with "(1) In the daily feeding of non-seasonal pigeons, use the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 5 to feed the trained flying pigeons; (2) 30 to 15 days before the competition, use the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 4 to feed the trained flying pigeons; (3) 14 days before the competition and until the end of the competition, use the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 6 to feed the trained flying pigeons" and "(1) In the daily feeding of non-seasonal pigeons, use the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 4 to feed the trained flying pigeons; (2) 30 to 15 days before the competition, use the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 4 to feed the trained flying pigeons; (3) 14 days before the competition and until the end of the competition, use the special feed for flying pigeons described in Example 4 to feed the trained flying pigeons".

[0058] Comparative Example 3

[0059] Similar to Example 9, only the raw material component "compound feed additive described in Example 1" in "the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 5", "the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 4" and "the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 6" is replaced with "sodium butyrate, γ-aminobutyric acid and Bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of 2.8:1.5:0.7".

[0060] Comparative Example 4

[0061] Similar to Example 9, only the raw material component "compound feed additive described in Example 1" in "the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 5", "the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 4" and "the special feed for tumbling pigeons described in Example 6" is replaced with "sodium butyrate, taurine and Bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of 2.8:2.4:0.7".

[0062] Experimental Example 1

[0063] (I) Test subjects and test methods

[0064] This experiment was conducted at the Lifeng Rare Poultry Cooperative in Yanqi County, Xinjiang, from October to November 2024.

[0065] One hundred tumbling pigeons of similar age (2-3 years old), weight (280±30g), training regimen, training intensity, and athletic performance were selected. They were randomly divided into five groups of 20 pigeons each: Example 9, Comparative Example 1, Comparative Example 2, Comparative Example 3, and Comparative Example 4. Each treatment group was fed according to the corresponding method. The pigeon cages were cleaned and clean drinking water was provided after each feeding. The pigeon cages were disinfected regularly during the experiment.

[0066] (II) Routine plasma indicators after pigeon racing

[0067] A simulated race was conducted by the Yanqi County Racing Pigeon Association. Five pigeons were randomly selected from each group for each race. 10 mL of blood was collected from each group of pigeons after the race using the wing-side axillary blood collection method. The blood was transferred to heparin sodium anticoagulant tubes, allowed to stand for 20 minutes, and then centrifuged at 20,000 rpm for 15 minutes. 2 mL of the supernatant was collected and placed in cryovials, sealed with sealing film, and stored in liquid nitrogen for blood biochemical analysis. The frozen serum samples were labeled and stored in a dry freezer before being sent to Beijing Huaying Biotechnology Co., Ltd. for further blood biochemical analysis.

[0068] Table 1. Effects of each treatment group on routine plasma parameters of flying pigeons

[0069] As shown in Table 1, feeding the flying pigeons using the technical solution described in this invention has virtually no impact on their protein metabolism, and their overall metabolic state remains good. It also enhances the overall antioxidant capacity of the flying pigeons, helping to maintain the balance of the oxidation-antioxidant system, effectively scavenging free radicals generated during high-intensity flight, protecting muscle, cell membrane, and mitochondrial function, delaying fatigue, and promoting recovery, which is crucial for maintaining and improving flight endurance. Furthermore, it effectively reduces the expression of pro-inflammatory factors, increases the expression of anti-inflammatory factors, reduces inflammation-related tissue damage and energy waste, maintains immune homeostasis, and reduces disease susceptibility.

[0070] (III) Competitive Indicators

[0071] After training flights the day before the competition, 10 pigeons were randomly selected from each group, and the frequency of their takeoffs, flight duration (from takeoff to first landing), and coordination scores were recorded for each group of pigeons over a 10-minute period. Coordination scores were averaged by three professional judges, with higher scores indicating better coordination. The scoring criteria are shown in Table 2.

[0072] Table 2. Criteria for Judging Motor Coordination

[0073] Table 3. Detection results of pigeon racing indicators in each treatment group

[0074] As can be seen from Table 3, compared with the control group, feeding the tumbling pigeons with the technical solution described in this invention can significantly improve their tumbling frequency, continuous flight time and motor coordination, that is, significantly enhance their competitive ability.

[0075] In summary, feeding tumbling pigeons with the compound feed additives described in this invention in combination with a phased feeding method can synergistically regulate the pigeons' intestinal health, nerve function, and muscle endurance. This can effectively prolong continuous flight time, enhance motor coordination and anti-fatigue ability, improve the pigeons' immune level, ensure good overall metabolic status, and thus achieve the goal of improving the tumbling pigeons' competitive performance.

[0076] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of the present invention, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A compound feed additive for improving the racing performance of tumbling pigeons, characterized in that, It is composed of functional components and a carrier in a mass ratio of (1-3):(7-9), wherein the functional components include sodium butyrate, taurine, γ-aminobutyric acid and Bacillus licheniformis in a mass ratio of (2-4):(2-3):(1-2):(0.5-1); The carrier is any one or more of corn starch, wheat bran, or rice bran.

2. The compound feed additive according to claim 1, characterized in that, The effective viable count of Bacillus licheniformis is ≥1×10⁻⁶. 10 CFU / g.

3. The application of the compound feed additive of claim 1 in the preparation of special feed products for flying pigeons.

4. A special feed for tumbling pigeons, characterized in that, It includes basic feed and the compound feed additive as described in claim 1, wherein the amount of the compound feed additive as described in claim 1 is 0.1-0.5% of the total weight of the special feed for pigeons.

5. The special feed for tumbling pigeons according to claim 4, characterized in that, The basic feed comprises the following components in parts by weight: 40-50 parts corn flour, 20-30 parts pea flour, 10-15 parts wheat flour, 5-10 parts sorghum flour, 3-5 parts fish meal, 3-4 parts safflower seed, 2-3 parts shell powder, 0.1-0.5 parts compound vitamins, and 0.1-0.5 parts compound mineral salts.

6. The application of the compound feed additive of claim 1 or the special feed for tumbling pigeons of claim 4 in improving the competitive performance of tumbling pigeons.

7. The application of the compound feed additive of claim 1 or the special feed for tumbling pigeons of claim 4 in the preparation of products that improve the immune level of tumbling pigeons and regulate the body's metabolic balance.

8. A method for improving the racing performance of flying pigeons, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: (1) In the daily feeding during the off-season, add the compound feed additive described in claim 1 at 0.1%-0.2% of the total feed weight to feed the trained flying pigeons; (2) 30 to 15 days before the competition, add the compound feed additive described in claim 1 at 0.3% of the total weight of the feed to feed the training pigeons. (3) From 14 days before the competition to the end of the competition, add the compound feed additive described in claim 1 at 0.3%-0.5% of the total weight of the feed to feed the pigeons after training.

9. The method according to claim 8, characterized in that, The feeding times are 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily after training flights.

10. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The training flight process is as follows: two training flights are conducted daily. The first training flight is at 8:00 AM and lasts for half an hour, and the second training flight is at 8:00 PM and lasts for half an hour.

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