The american standard of perfection is the official breed standard for the poultry fancy in north america. A breed standard also called bench standard or standard of points in animal fancy and animal husbandry is a set of guidelines which is used to ensure that the animals produced by a breeder or breeding facility conform to the specifics of the standardized breed breed standards are devised by breed associations or breed clubs, not by individuals, and are written to reflect the use or. Standard american poultry book a guide to profitable. The real standard of perfection is a big, heavy book with illustrations and.
There are 19 classes of poultry recognized by the american poultry association. The pocket guide to 49 essential breedspaperback showing poultry. The first american poultry show was held in 1849, and the apa was later formed in response to the burgeoning need for an overseeing body to set standards for poultry breeds and to administer judging. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls a complete rreport was adopted at this meeting, subject to such changes and additions as might seem advisable before the thirtyeighth annual meeting. Its very important historically, because it defined the traditional chicken and turkey breeds as of 1874. Chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, emus, guinea fowl, ostriches, partridges, peafowl, pheasants, quails, swanspaperback the american standard of perfection, illustrated. The american standard of perfection, illustrated by. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls by the american poultry association and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
American libraries canadian libraries universal library community texts project gutenberg biodiversity heritage library childrens library. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls classic reprint, and more on. This is the american poultry associations standard o. The american standard of perfection a complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls by american poultry association this early work is a fascinating guide to fowl that is a thoroughly recommended title for the amateur and professional poultry keepers bookshelf. To purchase the complete standard of perfection from the apa, click here. The standard is the foremost authority to poultry judges, breeders and exhibitors and a reference for anyone trying to breed quality poultry. Published 2015 by american poultry association, inc. The hens are not large, but plump and full breasted. It contains complete specifications together with judging points for all standardised breeds and varieties, as compiled by the specialist breed clubs and recognised by the poultry club of great britain. Cards book laws governing the breeding of standard fowls is a book covering the outbreeding, inbreeding and linebreeding all recognized breeds of domestic fowls. A look at the silkie standard of perfection vjp poultry.
The term poultry includes large and small bantam chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowl. In it you will find all kinds of valuable information on all of the breeds of chickens that are recognized by this group. It has requirements for poultry exhibits, exhibitors, judges. The american standard of perfection a complete description of all. For a complete description of all recognized breeds and varieties of domestic poultry always refer to the american standard of perfection which is available through the american poultry association. With over 80 years of selling poultry supplies we have the right standard books for you. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls 1905 by american poultry association and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. American standard of perfection forty forth edition book.
These breeds are broken down by classifications and use. Are the eighteen thousand persons who bought these books in. This is a book from the 1800s which is then reprinted in a modern, tiny pamphlet of a book. Click download or read online button to get american standard of perfection book now. It is published by the poultry club of great britain and is the official reference standard used by judges at poultry shows within the united kingdom and the republic of ireland. Used with permission of the american poultry assn, for educational purposes only. Containing a complete description of all the recognized varieties of fowls. Breeding and exhibiting poultry is a longheld tradition as well. Describing all of the different varieties of fowls, their points of beauty and their merits as setters by felch, isaac kimbal and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This special reprint edition of the american poultry associations book the standard of excellence offers a unique look at poultry breeds during the late 19th century. Apa standard of perfection for bearded silkie 2001 american poultry association, inc. The american poultry association apa is the oldest poultry organization in the north america. First published in 1874 by the american poultry association, the standard of perfection classifies and describes the standard physical appearance, coloring and temperament for all recognized breeds of poultry, including chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese.
Written in 1874, this classic text on poultry sheds light on the very first poultry exhibition standards adopted in. American standard of perfection forty fourth edition. American standard of perfection forty forth edition by american. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls classic reprint paperback april 18, 2018 by american poultry association author 2. A complete description of recognized breeds of poultry paperback february 10, 2017 by american poultry association author, jackson chambers introduction 1. The american standard of perfection american poultry association. American standard of perfection 2001 by american poultry. American poultry association books list of books by. Written in 19 by one of the greatest poultry breeders. Membership in the american poultry association is a way to keep abreast of whats happening in the exhibition poultry hobby. A fully updated and expanded new edition of the official reference to all the recognised poultry standards in great britain the seventh edition of british poultry standards contains complete specifications together with judging points for all standardised breeds and varieties of poultry, as compiled by the specialist breed clubs and published under the guidance of the poultry club of. After four days of earnest consideration, resulting in further amendment, it was adopted by unanimous vote, and ordered published in book form as herewith presented. Since 1914, the american bantam association has represented bantam breeders and their special interests.
The australian poultry standards are the official breed standards for poultry fancy in australia. Also has a nice glossary of terms, disqualifications as well as color pattern descriptions. The british poultry standard is the oldest poultry fancy breed standard in the world. It was founded in 1873, and incorporated in indiana in 1932. The american standard of perfection book consists of more than 300 pages of descriptions and colored pictures of all the standard breeds and varieties of poultry recognized by the american poultry association. American poultry association the online books page. The first edition of the book listed 41 breeds, and todays versions have nearly 60. Their main purpose is to list characteristics of each breed at their highest level. It is known as the bible of the poultry industry and will provide all the information needed when choosing what birds to buy next. All chicken breeds recognized by the american poultry association are categorized into classes. It has grown into a strong and vibrant national organization that promotes the breeding and exhibiting of bantam poultry. American poultry association is the author of american standard of perfection 2001 5.
Standardsized breeds are grouped by type or by place of origin. Poultry standard of perfection online american poultry. The american standard of perfection as adopted by the association at its twentysecond annual meeting at boston, massachusetts, 1898. A fully updated and expanded new edition of the official reference to all the recognised poultry standards in great britainthe seventh edition of british poultry standards contains complet. Frost on chickens the american standard of perfection. Complete descriptions of all recognized breeds and varieties of domestic poultry. Not the real deal up to the last century version of the american standard of perfection. Scanning and posting the apa standard of perfection or whatever the title of the book is would not be permitted even if credit were given. The eggs average about two ounces each, and are of.
The american standard of perfection american poultry association on. So, if someone wanted to write a description of what qualities a rhode island red should have and post that description to the web, they could. Their retention in the american standard of perfection is certain to do more harm than good. The american standard of perfection of poultry in america. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls by american poultry association. The poultry industry there are many segments of the poultry industry. American standard of perfection 44th edition, published 2015 the american standard of perfection is a complete description of all recognized breeds and varieties of domestic poultry. Page 295 the regular meeting of this association shall be held at such time and place as shall be agreed upon by the executive committee, notice of which shall be given to all members. Publication date c1910 topics poultry publisher boston, mass. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers. The proposed standard for self blue ameraucana large fowl was accepted by the apa board in january, 2016. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The committees completed report was presented at the twentyeighth annual meeting of the american poultry association, held at rochester, new york, february 2, 1904.
Later, after you have settled on the breed you wish to raise and perhaps even show, you may even want to join the breed club promoting your breed. The american standard of perfection is a wonderful book published by the american poultry association. This policy book is assembled in dictionary form and may be used in conjunction with the meat and poultry inspection regulations and the meat and poultry inspection manual, directives and notices. American standard of perfection forty forth edition by. American standard of perfection download ebook pdf, epub. The american standard of perfection a complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls book. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk, depending on stock availability. The american standard of perfection american poultry association on amazon. It is the official standard of perfection from which all poultry in australia is supposed to be judged when exhibited at poultry shows. This book is actually available for free in pdf form from many places on the internet. If you are interested in breeding, showing, or judging poultry, this is the reference you want. It is a composite of policy and daytoday labeling decision, many of which do not appear in the above publications. American poultry association author of american standard.
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