MANAGEMENT

Q: What should I do when gamecock are molting?

• Keep molting gamecock in a quiet area and don’t handle them too much.
• Feed them food rich in protein and calcium. Add Wingwell Gamecock Conditioning Elixir to make feathers shiny and strong and help with blood health, .
• Avoid training or sparring molting gamecock.

Q: How long are chicks raised?

• Chicks are raised from birth up to four months old.

Q: What records should I keep for a gamecock farm?

• Keep records about health (vaccinations, medications, illnesses) and production (breeding details, bloodlines, and methods).

Q: What should I do if a gamecock is injured?

• Clean the wound with water.
• Apply Wingwell on wound.
• Mix 0.5ml of Wingwell on Feeds as toppings during morning and afternoon feeding.
• For broken wings: Cut the flight feathers short.
• For broken legs: Wrap the gamecock in cloth, leaving holes for its head and legs. Hang it so its legs don’t touch the ground for 6–10 days.

Q: How should I position gamecock when traveling?

• Place gamecock in a box and position the box facing sideways.
• Use an air-conditioned vehicle, or cover the box with a moist cloth to keep it cool.

Q: Can I bathe a gamecock before traveling?

• No. Wet gamecock can get cold, which causes stress.

Q: How should I care for gamecock daily?

• Keep them in clean and properly-sized pens.
• At night, move them to individual stalls for rest.
• Protect them from pests.

Q: Is weight monitoring important?

• Yes. Changes in weight can affect how well gamecock fight.

Q: Should gamecock spar during training?

• Don’t spar them for too long, as it can cause muscle soreness and damage feathers.

Q: How do I handle untamed gamecock?

• Massage their chest to calm them. If they resist, give them time to adjust to their surroundings.

Q: How can I prevent diseases in gamecock?

• Follow strict hygiene practices.
• Add Wingwell on feeds during disease outbreaks and extreme weather conditions

Q: What is the first step for incubating eggs?

• Check that the eggs have no cracks and are from healthy bloodlines.

Q: What natural care is good for gamecock?

• Let them have 1–2 hours of sunshine in the morning and access to grass.

Q: What is prepotency?

• Prepotency is when parent gamecock pass their good traits to their offspring.

Q: What makes a good exercise area for gamecock?

• A place with sunlight, grass, sandy or gravelly soil, and some trees for shade.

Q: When do gamecock fight best?

• Gamecock are fastest and strongest between 2 and 3 years old.

Q: Can gamecock breed during molting?

• No. Molting uses up nutrients that are important for health.

Q: What is the most important trait for fighting gamecock?

• Cutting ability, followed by power and speed.

CONDITIONING

Q: How do I get gamecock ready for a fight?

• Empty their gut so they don’t feel heavy.
• Watch their moisture levels and droppings.
• Stimulate them gently before the fight.

Q: What’s the difference between pre-conditioning and conditioning?

• Pre-conditioning gets the gamecock to the right weight for conditioning.
• Conditioning prepares them for peak performance.

Q: How do I pick good broodstock?

• Choose proven lines with a history of winning. Select broodstock a month before breeding.

Q: When is the best time to breed gamecock?

• Start breeding in September. Hens usually lay eggs by November.

Q: What traits should I look for in gamecock?

• A balanced body, bright eyes, good feathers, and strong bloodlines.

Q: What is pointing?

• Pointing is when gamecock are well-rested and ready to perform their best.

DISEASES

Viral Diseases

Newcastle Disease (NCD):

• Affects young gamecock (2 weeks to 4 months old).
• Symptoms: Weak neck, walking backward, sudden death.
• Prevention: Vaccination and cleanliness.

Marek’s Disease:

• Symptoms: Leg paralysis, weakness, and white droppings.
• Prevention: Vaccination.

Fowl Pox:

• Spread by contact or mosquito bites.
• Prevention: Vaccination and hygiene.

Protozoan Diseases

Coccidiosis:

• Symptoms: Diarrhea, weight loss, and bloody droppings.
• Treatment: Give Amprolium or sulfonamides.

Bacterial Diseases

Colibacillosis:

• Symptoms: Watery droppings and low energy.
• Prevention: Avoid overcrowding and dirty conditions.

NUTRITION

Q: How much protein should gamecock have?

• Young gamecock: No more than 22% protein.
• Older gamecock: No more than 18% protein.

Q: What should I feed molting gamecock?

• 3 parts booster food
• 1 part cracked corn
• 1/2 part peas (conditioning grain)
• Add 2 tablespoons of corn oil per kilo.
• Supplement with Wingwell as feed toppings.

BREEDING

Q: What breeds are good high-flyers?

• Roundheads, Clarets, and Kelso.

Q: Which breeds are best for cutting?

• Clarets, Hatch, and Roundhead.

Q: What does “gameness” mean in gamecock?

• Gameness means the desire to keep fighting and win, even when injured.