Relinquish

We all encounter unexpected changes in our lifetime and sadly, this may impact our feathered friends. Parrots are intelligent, sensitive creatures and tend to react to stressful situations by exhibiting behavioral problems and/or plucking. There are also times when a parrot and human find themselves in an incompatible relationship.  

Feathered Friends Forever can assist by evaluating you and your parrot's behaviors, physical health and well-being . Like any relationship, sometimes there are irreconcilable differences and everyone is better off going their separate ways.

It can be difficult to find the perfect new home for your parrot unless you have family or friends that understand and love your bird. Even then, they may not be willing to take on the responsibility of a parrot. Often, owners must make the heartbreaking decision to surrender their feathered friend to our facility. 

Hundreds of birds from various backgrounds have made their way to Feathered Friends Forever from all across the United States. Some become permanent residents, while most are adopted to new loving homes so they can spend the rest of their days in a home setting. 

Once you've made the decision to place your parrot at Feathered Friends Forever, there are several things to keep in mind before transporting your feathered friend to our facility. 

To make the transition easier and less stressful, please be sure to bring your parrot's cage, toys, and at least a 30-day supply of their favorite food. These items will help your parrot be more comfortable in his or her new surroundings. Also, be sure to write down any information about your bird that may be useful, such as vocabulary, favorite treats, and daily routines. Any veterinary records you may have will also be helpful.  The more information you provide us, the easier it will be for your feathered friend.

If you will be shipping your parrot to our facility, it is recommended that you use Delta Pet First. Your parrot will be transported in a climate controlled cabin, and go "counter" to "counter," which means your bird will not sit on the tarmac with the luggage. Once you have made the flight arrangements, you will need to notify us of the flight plan. 

You will need to purchase a pet carrier for your bird to be transported in. We recommend installing a perch inside the carrier. The carrier should be large enough for your bird to stand on a perch without his head touching the top. You should also line the bottom of the carrier with newspaper. Do not place toys, bowls or a water bottle inside the carrier, as these could injure the bird during transport. Fresh fruit can be used as a food and water substitute for your parrot during their flight. Be sure to check with the airline regarding requirements for the carrier since some require you to screen in or wire the open holes. Lastly, make sure the carrier is labeled with contact information for yourself and our facility. 

You will need to notify us when you check your bird in at the airport. If there are any flight delays, please let us know as soon as possible. Someone from our organization will arrive at the airport prior to the scheduled landing time and then transport your parrot to our facility.