Wings of Faith
Wings of Faith Parrot Rescue
Please take the time to read a few things before viewing our birds that are up for adoption. Thanks!

Parrot Bill of Rights

A Parrots Bill Of Rights By Stewart Metz, M.D. Director The Indonesian Parrot Project ...


 

1. GET TO KNOW ABOUT PARROTS BEFORE YOU BRING ME HOME ‑ I am not a domesticated pet like a dog or cat. I still have the spirit of the jungle in me. I have special needs which you may find it hard to fill. Please don't learn these too late for my well‑being. And please don't acquire one of my cousins wild from the jungle—it will jeopardize his survival and well‑being, and that won't be a party for you either!

 

2.GIVE ME THE LARGEST HOME POSSIBLE ‑ I am used to flying through rainforests or savannas. I have given up this great gift for your pleasure. At the very least, give me enough room to flap my wings and exercise. And I need toys for my amusement and wood to chew—otherwise, I might confuse your Home with the forest and its trees.

 

3.GIVE ME A NUTRITIOUS DIET ‑ I need a wide variety of fresh and nutritious foods, even if they take time to prepare. I cannot survive on seeds alone. Take time to learn what my needs, and preferences, are.

 

4.LET ME HAVE A 'SOCIAL LIFE ‑ I am a gregarious flock animal—but I am not one of you. I need lots of socialization to learn how to act with you, and with my siblings. I also need to have adequate quality time with you every day—no matter what your schedule or other needs are. I am a living,feeling creature. Above all, I need to be able to have complete trust in you, and count on your predictability in looking after me—every day.

 

5.LET ME BE CLEAN ‑ I may like to drop food or even throw it, but I need meticulous cleanliness to be healthy. My skin itches without frequent showers, the barbs of my feathers won't seal if they become oily and, worst of all, I may become ill if my food or water is not always sanitary.

 

6.I NEED MY OWN DOCTOR ‑ You may not understand my physiology and therefore you may not recognize it early on when I get sick. And it may be too late when you do, because I hide my illnesses (remember what I said about my being an animal of the jungle, where there are lots of predators). And I need an avian vet—a specialist (no HMOs for me please). If you can't afford one, perhaps you shouldn't have taken me home.

 

7.PLEASE DON'T PUNISH ME ‑ Just as I don't always understand your peculiarities, you may not understand mine. I don't TRY to get in trouble—remember, a house is not the jungle. If I do screw up, don't yell at me and never hit me. I have sensitive ears and I may never trust you again if you strike me. Hands are sometimes scary things to us (why in the world would you not be zygodactylous like us?). Even more importantly, we don't learn by punishment. We are gentle creatures who only strike back to protect ourselves; we learn through patience and love.

 

8.SPEAK MY " LANGUAGE" ‑ I know you get upset with me when I knock over my water bowl, throw food, scream or pluck my feathers. I don't do these to annoy you—I am probably trying to tell you something ( perhaps that I am hurting, lonely , or sad.). Learn to speak MY (body) language. Remember that I , alone of all creatures on this planet, learn to speak yours!

9.SEE ME AS AN INDIVIDUAL ‑ I am a unique and feeling being.. No two of us are alike. Please don't be disappointed in me if I don't talk like you wanted, or can't do the tricks that your friend's parrot can do. But if you pay close attention to me (and I always empathize with you, whether you know it or not), I will show you a unique being who will give you so much more than talking and playing.. Give me a chance to show you who I am; I think you'll find the effort worth it. And remember—I am not an ornament;. I do not enhance ANY living room décor. And I am not a status symbol—if you use me as such, I might nip at your up‑turned nose!

 

10.SHARE YOUR LOVE WITH ME ‑ Above all, please remember that you are my Special Person. I put all my trust and faith in you.. We parrots are used to being monogamous.(no bar‑hopping for us!).So please don't go away for long periods or give me away—that would be a sadness from which I may never recover. If that seems to be asking a lot, remember—you could have learned about my needs before bringing me home. Even having a baby or taking a new job isn't a fair reason—you made a commitment to me FIRST. And if you think that you must leave me because you might die, provide for me forever after you leave. I may live to a ripe old age but I can't provide for myself. Remember I'm in a small cage amongst people who are not of my blood.

 

11.YOUR RIGHTS ‑ You have lots of rights, but I can only assure one. And that is, if you treat me the way I described above, I will reward you with unwavering love, humor, knowledge, beauty, dedication‑‑ and a sense of wonder and awe you haven't felt since you were a child. When you took me home, you became my Flock Leader, indeed, my entire universe –for life. I would hang the moon and stars for you if I could. We are one in Heart and Soul.

10 commandmants of Parrots Ownership
 (from a parrots point of view)

1. My life is likely to last 20 or more years. Any separation from you will be painful to me. Remember that before you take me home. 

2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.

 

3. Place your trust in me. It's crucial to my well‑being.

 

4. Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your entertainment, and your friends. I have only you.

 

5. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when it's speaking to me.

 

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I'll never forget it.

7. Remember before you hit me that I have a beak that could easily crush the bones of your hand, but that I choose not to bite you.

 

8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, or I've been in the cage too long.

 

9. Take care of me when I get old; you too will get old.

 

10. Go with me on the last journey. Never say "I can't bear to watch it," or "Let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for me if you are there. Remember, I love you.

Tiki

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Greencheek Conure. He is  just over a year old.  He is  real bold and sweet. We have not had him sexed yet but call him Tiki. If you are interested please email us and we will send you an adoption application. It's $75 to take him home and he  comes with his cage.  
UPDATE:
Tiki has really been talking up a storm lately. He says "Tiki" "What'chya' doin?" "pretty boy" and several other phrases. He is still looking for that forever home so hurry and come meet him!

Tango

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Tango is a 8 year old Greenwing Macaw. Very sweet bird, says hello, how you?, and hi. Not much a vocabulary but is a fun bird regardless. He is very shy and doesn't like to be cuddled or pet but will step up if asked. He hates water and doesn't like being presented a "perch" to step  up on. He will run away from  a perch, but once again he will step up on your arm if asked. Tango is a special  needs bird that can only go to someone with large bird experience. He also "chews" on his primary flight feathers, but only on his, I think Right, wing. He also chews on his tail so, he has never had a long tail in the entire year that we have had him. He is very friendly with the other birds and wants nothing more than to have a buddy around.  The previous owner had him in a small cage in a dark damp cellar with another bird. I believe that he was quite bonded to that other bird and that is why he has a fear of being alone. We would prefer that he go to a home of someone that has another large bird that can be friends with him. As far as Tango is concerned, everyone is his friend.  If you would like more information on him feel free to contact us.

Coco

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This is actually not coco-her picture will be up soon- Luna is the bird in the picture
Coco is a 19 year old female Umbrella Cockatoo. She is in perfect health and feather. As with all cockatoo's she can be very loud. Please visit this link first before considering a cockatoo-http://mytoos.com/main.shtml. Coco is a very sweet very loving bird. She loves to cuddle right up with you. That is, if  your a female. Coco hates men. In fact, she will go out of her way to get to Roger just to attack him. If she is out she will "fly" (her wings are clipped so she doesn't get very far) across the room to get to him. Or, she will climb down off her cage and "run" after him chasing him all around the house until she finally catches him. She's a very determined bird and will do anything to get her way. Now, on the other end, you wont find a sweeter bird. She loves to cuddle into your clothing and just go to sleep on you.  She loves to be held and "pet/scratched". If you could provide this special needs bird with the perfect home, please let us know. 

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