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Frequently Asked Questions

What time of day is best for a dove release?
Anytime from sun up to two hours before dusk. The birds need ample time to safely return to their own selected roost in our loft.

At what point in the celebration are the Dove's released?
That is entirely up to you. We have several suggestions depending upon the time you choose.

What happens to the dove's when they are released?
The doves usually circle the release area several times to acquire their navigational bearings then make the flight back to the loft where they were born and raised. When they return home there is fresh food and water awaiting them.

Do all doves know how to return home?
No, the white doves bought at pet stores have no homing ability and are poor flyers. When this type of dove is released in the wild they will perish.

What's the difference between store bought doves and the white doves used at our release?
Store bought doves are domesticated ring necked doves. These doves are cage raised and are not hardy enough to survive in the wild. The white doves used for your release are descended from the Rock Dove, AKA: Homing Pigeon. The Snow white homing pigeons we use are selected from three strains of racing pigeons. These birds have excellent homing ability and are trained to return home from a hundred mile radius of our loft.

Can the doves be released in the winter?
Yes, our trained doves can fly in all four seasons, weather permitting.

Can we release the birds by hand?
Yes, We recommend and prefer that you come to our loft to learn the proper way to handle a dove. This helps to insure you do not release the doves prematurely and it's free!

Can the birds fly in any weather conditions? No, foul weather is dangerous to our birds. High winds, moderate to heavy rain, fog, and snow interfere with their homing ability. We will not jeopardize the safety of our birds.

How long will the release coordinator be at our event?
Each release is different. We usually exit your event half an hour after your scheduled release. However, major events and timing sometimes do not work out. If there is a delay in the timing of the release there may be a charge of $25 per the half hour. Some days we do several releases in a day and punctual timing is important to us.

Can I have a dove release anywhere?
In most cases yes, however there are few isolated places we can not release from.

Can I see the doves before my special event?
Absolutely, we welcome all clients and visitors to stop by to look at and handle the birds before the event. You can stop by any day of the week. Please call to schedule your visit to make sure someone will be there to greet you.

How can I schedule a white dove release? You can schedule a release by emailing, calling, writing, or even stopping by the loft. Please visit our Contact Us page for more info.

How much does a dove release cost?
You should expect to pay between $175 to $500 depending on what package you choose from a reputable release service. There are many expenses involved in the white dove release business: Construction of the lofts, purchase of the birds and raising new birds, advertising, display items, release baskets and display cages, training, feed, vitamins, vaccines, and other supplies. You want to hire a professional release service for quality assurance not someone who is doing this as a hobby.

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