Bred to Perfection
Episodes
Ep113 – Genetics Simplified (Introduction)
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breeding and creating a strain is governed by 3 important laws of nature, such as the environment, nutrition, and the traits they inherit. In other wo...
Ep112 - Protecting your birds from Avian Influenza with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo, a Poultry Veterinarian at UC Davis, about HPAI – Highly Pathogenic ...
The Live Show Ep43 - Breeding Q&A with Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a Breeding Questions and Answers segment. These are always a lot of fun.
The Live Show Ep42 - Crossbreeding Pros and Cons
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
And the Difference between Hybridization and Mongrelization. Crossbreeding is a very common method of breeding, but many are using it for the wrong re...
Ep111 – What are the Most Common Poultry Problems for Backyard Breeders?
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are talking with Peter Brown about issues that affect all backyard breeders, and what they can do to treat their birds. The informa...
Bred to Perfection Live Ep41 - It's 2022, and We're Back!
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the first show of the year. This will be a laid-back episode with our listeners. We have a lot to tell our listeners about the upcoming ye...
The Live Show Ep39 - THE ART AND SCIENCE OF SELECTION
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most breeders know that section is important, but some don't know why. The truth is, selection is the difference between success and failure. You cann...
The Live Show Ep38 - Preparing for the Breeding Season
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we will give you a number of useful tips, that will help get your breeding season started on the right foot. I had a great mentor who...
Ep110 – Inbreeding vs In-and-In Breeding (non-members version)
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's amazing the conversation that can take place at the dinner table. And, that is exactly what happened here. I was visiting with Frank Bradley and ...
Ep109 – Salmonellosis with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking with Dr. Gallardo about Salmonella. Most of the diseases we have covered so far, only affect chi...
The Live Show Ep28 – Mycoplasmosis and CRD, should we be concerned?
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bred to Perfection Live Show, we're going to talk about Mycoplasma and CRD. Our special guest will be Peter Brown, known as the...
Ep108 - The 3 Laws of Breeding (Lesson 7)
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I will show you how I learned these 3 very important laws. Selective Breeding and Systematic Breeding Programs Evolutionary Biology ...
Ep107 – The Most Common Disease for Backyard Breeders with Peter Brown
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is going to be a great episode. Today we are talking with Peter Brown, known as the Chicken Doctor. We are going to discuss the Most Common Disea...
Ep106 – The Erminette Breed with Matt Hemmer
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a very special conversation with Matt Hemmer, who is a breeder of the Erminettes. This is a very unique breed, both in a historical sense ...
The Live Show Ep12 - The Gamefowl Wellness Program
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo from UC Davis. He will talk about their new Gamefowl Wellness Program, which is designed to ...
Ep104 - Epigenetics: How the Environment influences Genetic Inheritance
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of confusion in this area of breeding. So much so, that many breeders are not able to produce high quality strains. They purchase birds...
Ep103 - Summer Heat and Care with Peter Brown
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a few tips that will help you to get through the Summer Months in great shape. Join Kenny Troiano and Peter Brown as they discuss ways to beat ...
Ep101 - The Misconceptions of Breeding
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Old Wives' Tales and Superstitions that Hold us Back This episode is about "The Misconceptions about Breeding." These are popular misconceptions that ...
Ep100 - THE TROIANO GIRLS – LIFE ON THE TROIANO FARM
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are celebrating our 100th Episode of Bred to Perfection. When we asked our listeners their thoughts on how to make this episode sp...
Ep99 - THE MOST DANGEROUS BREEDERS
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we will talk about the 3 most dangerous breeders. These are breeders who use breeding practices that are detrim...
Ep97 – The Effects of Genetic Drift on your Fowl
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are discussing Genetic Drift, and the effect it can have on our strains. Genetic drift is a force of nature ...
Ep96 – Infectious Laryngotracheitis with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking with Dr. Gallardo about Infectious Laryngotracheitis, otherwise known as ILT. This is an extreme...
Ep95 – The Power of Sublines
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking sublines, and why they are so important for the creation and improvement of your strain. We have...
Ep94 – Most Common Mistakes of Backyard Breeders with Peter Brown – Pt2
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking with Peter Brown, also known as the Chicken Doctor, about the most common mistakes made by backy...
Ep93 – Coaching Call with Dr. Rachel Potter
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking with Dr. Rachel Potter, who is a member of the Breeders Academy. Rachel is a breeder of Old Engl...
Ep92 – Infectious Bronchitis with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo about Infectious bronchitis (IBV), which is an acute, highly contagiou...
Ep91 – What's the Difference Between Seed Fowl and Foundation Fowl?
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of confusion in this area. I see so many breeders calling their Foundation Fowl "Seed Fowl", and calling their Seed Fowl "Foundation Fo...
Ep90 – The Most Common Mistakes of Backyard Breeders with Peter Brown
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I happy to announce that we have a new member of our team. Many of you already know him or have heard of him, and have listened to his teaching for ye...
Ep89 - Coaching Call with Dr. Delon Alwar from South Africa
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Dr. Delon Alwar from South Africa, who is a veterinarian and breeder of Aseel's and American Games. He's a member of the Br...
Ep88 - Marek's Disease with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Dr. Gallardo about Marek's Disease. This is a Pathogenic Virus, also known as Fowl Paralysis or Range Paralysis. Marek's Di...
Ep87 - Chicken Chat with Royce Van Blaricome
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're chatting with my good friend, Royce, who is a Master Breeder. Through the years, Royce and I would chat about breeding and how our fowl w...
Ep86 - Can you Transform a Bad Strain into Good?
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of the fowl today are hybrid crosses or mongrels. In fact, there are very few pure strains. The sad part is, most beginners are forced into start...
Ep84 - Coccidiosis with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Poultry Veterinarian, Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo about Coccidiosis, also known as Coxy. For good reason too, Coccidiosis is one o...
Ep83 - Preparing for the Breeding Season
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I will give you a number of useful tips, that will help get your breeding season started on the right foot. I had a great mentor who ...
Ep82 - The Troiano Family Christmas Special (fun zone)
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bred to Perfection present, the Troiano Family's First Christmas Special! We hope this episode brightens your day. If there were a time to laugh a lot...
Ep81 - Infectious Coryza with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo, a Poultry Veterinarian from UC Davis, about Infectious Coryza. Unfortunately, this is a disease fo...
Ep80 - Conformation of Body
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the Type and Conformation of Body. Although we use American and Old English Games as the model, the information is appli...
Ep79 - The New Blood Syndrome And Members Coaching Call
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we address a belief many breeders share, and that is, "it's better to introduce new blood rather than to create their own strain." Lis...
Ep78 - Fowl Pox with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo, a Poultry Veterinarian from UC Davis. In this episode, we will talk about Fowl Pox, what causes the...
Ep77 - Husbandry with Patrick from Ireland
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking with Patrick who lives in the UK, but is originally from Ireland. And, he raises Irish Games. He's also a member of a group of...
Ep76 - Biosecurity Basics with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo about the practice and importance of biosecurity. Most Breeders don't understand biosecuri...
Ep74 - Coaching Call with Mike Badger
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are helping Mike Badger, host of the popular poultry show, called "The Pastured Poultry Talk Podcast," To create a strain that can...
Ep73 - The Gamefowl Wellness Program
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo from UC Davis about their new Gamefowl Wellness Program, which is designed to help backyard ...
Ep71 - Breeding for Fins rather than Feathers
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking with a fish breeder. What's interesting here is that he uses the same breeding methods as chicken breeders. He has a w...
Ep70 - THE CONSEQUENCES OF CONTAMINATION
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we are talking about what constitutes contamination and the effects it can have on your strain and the future o...
Ep68 - The Down and Dirty of Defects
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about defects and why they are detrimental to the success and future of our fowl, and why it's important to recognize and cul...
Ep67 - A Coaching Call with Dereck
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking with Dereck, from Kentucky, and a member of the Breeders Academy. He wants to create a strain from the birds he already has on hi...
Ep66 - The Buckeye Recovery Project with Don Schrider
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking with Don Schrider, who was instrumental in bringing back the Buckeye Chicken. A very special breed, that is not only an American ...
Ep65 - Coaching Call with Kevin Neilson
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I help Kevin to develop breeding programs for each of his strains. He wants to make sure his is starting on the right foot, and makin...
Ep62 – Our Favorite Chicken Books
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A question I get often from our members is, as a breeder, what books are best, and which books should I get first? In this episode, we are going to sh...
Ep61 – Mother Nature and the Natural Order of Selection
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a recording from 22 years ago, with my mentor, Tony Saville. We talk about natural selection and artificial selection, and its relatio...
Ep58 – Jessa, the Chuckling Chicken Podcaster
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a very special episode of "Bred to Perfection." We are talking with a young lady, who is not only 10 years old, but she has her own podcast. B...
Ep55 – The Value of Breeding to Age and Youth
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kenny Troiano and his wife, Nancy are talking about why the "Age" of your brood fowl is so important the viability of your strain. An...
Ep54 – Breeders Roundtable with Frank Bradley
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking with Frank Bradley, a breeder of American Games, who lives in Kentucky. We discuss topics related to breeding, culling...
Ep53 – The Ultimate Breeders Roundtable
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking with Master Breeder and Author, Don Schrider, and Master Breeder and ABA Judge, Danny Feathers. Together, we answer ma...
Ep52 – Coaching Call with William Vogl – Poultry Farmer
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I've taught the art of selective breeding to many types of breeders, but the breeders I find extremely fascination are the small-scale commercial bree...
Ep51 – The Progeny will Prove the Worth of their Parents
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Next to selection and knowing your strain really well, the progeny test may be the best tool we breeders have to determine the true value and worth of...
Ep50 – Chicken Chat with Tony Saville
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special episode. What better way to celebrate our 50th episode than to have my mentor on the show. Tony Saville has not only changed the way...
Ep49 - Coaching Call with Karen Johnson
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How to downsize and maintain a viable strain. The question is - how to reduce the number of brood fowl, and still maintain a viable flock? How to bree...
Ep48 – Interview with Danny Feathers
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so happy to have Danny Feathers on the show with us. He's a Master Breeder from Northern Oklahoma and a judge for the American Bantam Association....
Ep47 – The Art of Selection
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Bred to Perfect, we will learn the value, importance and practice of selecting for the whole package. To be successful every breede...
Ep46 – Breeders Roundtable with Luis Mendez
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy as they chat with one of their members of the Breeders Academy. Luis Mendez is a breeder from El Paso Texas who ...
Ep45 - Kenny's Guest Appearance on the Pastured Poultry Talk Show
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano as he shares his guest appearance on the Pastured Poultry Talk Show with Mike Badger. They have a great talk about breeding and how...
Ep44 - Breeders Roundtable with Dino Morell
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy as they talk breeding with one of their members of the Breeders Academy. Dino Morell goals is to create a true s...
Ep43 - Behind the Breeders Academy - Part 2
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of "Bred to Perfection" - This is part 2 in our Bred to Perfection, "Behind the Scenes" of the Breeders Academy, All Things...
Ep42 - Behind the Breeders Academy - Part 1
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "Bred to Perfection" - As we go into the new year (2020) it's time to talk about our business and future projects. In this episode of Bred ...
Ep41 - Why I don't Vaccinate or use Medications
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy, as they talk about the use and misuse of vaccinations and medications. And, why it's better to use selection an...
Ep40 - Interview with Heather Thelen - Feed Store Owner
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano, and his wife Nancy, as they talk with Heather Thelen, their local feed store owner. Breeding and raising gamefowl and chickens can...
Ep38 - Q&A with Kenny and Nancy Troiano
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they answer questions from their listeners about breeding and breeding related topics. These are fun, because we get t...
Ep34 - How to Select Your Brood Fowl
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy as they talk about the Process of Selecting fowl for the brood pen. There is no other function more important th...
Ep33 - Interview with Don Schrider Pt3
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife and co-host, Nancy, as they talk with Master Breeder and Author, Don Schrider. In this episode they will talk about Do...
Ep31 - Interview with Don Schrider Pt2
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife and co-host, Nancy as they continue their talk with Master Breeder and author, Don Schrider. In this episode, they dis...
Ep30 - Interview with Don Schrider Pt1
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife and co-host, Nancy as they talk with Master Breeder and author, Don Schrider. In this episode, they discuss the intere...
Ep29 - Chicken Fun Zone - Our Favorite Movie, The Egg and I
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his family as they chat about their favorite old-time movie - The Eggs and I. So, gather your family around the table, sit back...
Ep28 - Breeders Roundtable with Aaron Baker
25 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy as they chat with a member of the Breeders Academy. Aaron shares his experiences as a breeder, and the results h...
Ep27 - Quality vs Quantity
18 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano, and his wife Nancy as they talk about selective breeding and the importance of Quality over Quantity. It's nice to raise a lot of ...
Ep25 - Why Starting with the Best Fowl Possible is so Important
07 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy, as they talk about the importance of starting with the best fowl possible. Although, most of us are not able to...
Ep24 - Breeders Roundtable with Randy Peralta
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy, as they chat with one of their members of the Breeders Academy, Randy Peralta, about breeding and what it takes...
Ep23 - Bred to Perfection Special Edition Episode
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk about their future plans for the Bred to Perfection Podcast and the Breeders Academy Website. If you are int...
Ep39 - Halloween Edition of the Fun Zone - The Farmer and the Cockatrice
26 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny, Nancy and Tawny as they talk about their favorite Halloween Monster, The Historic Cockatrice. Driven by folk lore and superstition, the Co...
Ep22 - Another Chicken Fun Zone Episode
19 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny, Nancy and their daughter Tawny Troiano for lots of laughs and good times. In this episode of Bred to Perfection we talk about various subj...
Ep21 - 6 need to knows before beginning your breeding
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk about important issues all breeders should know before implementing their breeding programs. This advice wil...
Ep20 - Improving your fowl using a Zero Defect Policy
11 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk about the breeding and raising of gamefowl and chickens. In this episode, they will talk about the importanc...
Ep19 - The 3 Most Dangerous Breeders - peddler or progeny?
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk about the most dangerous types of breeders. There are many types of breeders. Some are peddlers, and others,...
Ep18 - The Four Types of Breeders - which one are you?
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk about the four main types of breeders. The question is, which one are you? Listen to this episode to determi...
Ep17 - The History of Breeding - Road Trip
06 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as talk about history and origins of selective breeding, and the founding fathers that made it all possible. For more inf...
Ep16 - The Chicken Fun Zone - the jokes are flying
04 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join the Troiano Family, Kenny, Nancy and Tawny as they talk chickens, and chicken related topics. This is a time for fun and lots of laughs, and is a...
Ep14 - All About Aseels, and More
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Nancy and Kenny Troiano as they talk about one of the oldest and most respected breeds. In this episode, we explore the Aseels origins and evolut...
Ep11 - Mentors are the Gateway to Success
21 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk about the benefits of working with an experienced and qualified mentor, and why you should never go into it ...
Ep10 - 5 Steps to Purifying your Bloodline
19 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano, as they talk about the 5 steps necessary for creating a pure strain. They will also let you know what you should do befo...
Ep9 - Here's my Breeding Program
19 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you breeding the best to the best? Or, are you using a proper breeding program? Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they discuss the breeding programs...
Ep8 - The Heat is On - Summer Troubles
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they discuss ways to beat the heat, and help you chickens through the Summer months. And, provide valuable insights in...
Ep7 - Interview with Jack Dodd
16 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny Troiano as he talks with Master Breeder - Jack Dodd. Sit back and take notes. You will learn valuable lessons about breeding, and what it t...
Ep6 - Are you a True Breeder? Why Not?
13 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they discuss what constitutes a breeder, and what it takes to become a true breeder. Many are breeding fowl, but few a...
Ep5 - 10 reasons to start over
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano, as they talk about all the reasons why you should abandon your strain and start over. And, how you can improve your stra...
Ep4 - Newcasltes Disease - What you need to know 2
09 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano, as they talk about the latest Newcastle's Disease Outbreak, and what you should do to protect your fowl. This is relevan...
Interview with Dr. Cantor of the CDFA about Newcastles
07 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they talk with Dr. Frederic Cantor with the California Department of Food and Agriculture about the recent outbreak of...
Hello, Welcome to Bred to Perfection
30 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they discuss future plans for the Bred to Perfection podcast. They will also talk about their membership site for bree...
Hello, Welcome to Bred to Perfection
30 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano as they discuss future plans for the Bred to Perfection podcast. They will also talk about their membership site for bree...