Naragansette on Pointing
Probably the most important feature of the feeding, as well as all other procedures in the conditioning program, is that of timing, or of having the fowl at their peak at the hour of battle.
It is no good to have them "ready" or at their peak, two days or even two hours prior to battle. They must "peak" at the hour they enter the pit.
Many features contribute to this condition, but from a feeding standpoint the important part is to have them "comin up" just prior to battle, and fresh.
To accomplish this you must feed less (mostly cracked corn), excercise less, and rest more-- complete rest the last 72 hours prior to battle.
Not over one-half the feed the evening before fight day unless fought at night and then only one-half white of hard boiled egg. Through this procedure, cocks will come up in weight, even on less feed, and be hungry and " a walkin' and talkin' in your hands" as they enter the pit.
Some conditioners endeavor to control this timing, or peaking, through the use of various drugs. I find that the best overall, and the most consistent, results are obtained by following the procedure outlined here.
Black Magic 4oz. powdered charcoal 2oz. ground mustard 2oz. ground ginger 2 oz. red pepper 2 oz. cinnamon 1/2 oz. carbonate of iron (if obtainable)
Sprinkle liberally on moist feed like salt "This is an appetite stimulator only. Use all during the keep." [if !supportLineBreakNewLine] [endif]
