Photo by Anna Sloan – Macaw and Cockatoo Rescue of New Mexico
Recently there has been some discussion on our Facebook page about parrot rescue and there were several commenters complaining about the vetting process that potential guardians must undergo before they are considered suitable to adopt. Others complained about the fees involved.
I understood their points of view. Why is there a charge for birds that the ...
Taking your parrot for a walk is great for him and you.
Let me put it right out there: Owning parrots isn’t natural. What else are we supposed to do with parrots who could never survive in the wild, other than place them in loving homes that strive to meet their unique needs? That’s the best place for these amazing animals.
We owners put a lot of time into caring for our babies, and sometimes this involves making choices that would be unnatural for a ...
I feel that even small parrots – such as budgies and parrotlets – should be left out of the classroom.
Best and Worst Pets for Kids in the Classroom
Reminiscing on the classroom pets of my past, I’ve come to realise that perhaps some were not suited to the hectic learning environments of a school. As an adult, I’m able to think about what creatures I can to expose kids to without stressing out the animal. One of my biggest goals in opening a parrot sanctuary ...
