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Foster Parrots, Ltd.
 Adoption Requirements



In our effort to ensure that our birds go to homes dedicated to improving the life of the adopted parrot, we are very strict about all of our conditions being met. We must ensure that these birds do not go to breeders or people who intend to resell the birds. We must also eliminate those with just a casual interest in owning a bird.

Requirements

  • NO BREEDERS!

  • Prospective adopters must contribute up to 6 months of cleaning, feeding and interaction time with the bird they wish to adopt. Completion of this requirement does not mean that the adoption will be finalized.

  • There must be an obvious and clear relationship with the bird you wish to adopt. No bird will be given up unless the bird has decided that it likes you. Patience will be a big asset when striking up a relationship with an older bird that has had a less than perfect life. Repeat visits will be required.

  • Preference will be given to applicants who:
    - Are more than 25 years old
    - Own a home
    - Have a steady employment history
    - Have no cats or other dangerous pets
    - Do not smoke

  • The home you provide an adopted bird must offer an improvement to the life it enjoys at Foster Parrots. The home that offers more interaction and love will have a much greater chance of adoption.

  • You must live in Massachusetts or within 2 - 3 hours drive of the Boston area.

  • NO TEFLON OR NON-STICK COOKWARE.  See http://www.ewg.org/reports/toxicteflon/diaries.php

  • There is a 2-year probation period during which, should improper care be given to the adopted bird, forfeiture of the bird will occur.

Improper care will be considered any of the following:

  • Any diet that does not include fresh foods on a daily basis.

  • Any diet that consists of a poor-quality seed mix (made up of predominantly sunflower/peanuts).

  • Any diet that contains dangerous or unhealthy items i.e. avocado, fried foods, sweets (donuts, chocolate, candy).

  • Neglect! The adopted bird should receive many hours of time outside of his/her cage. Birds left in cages for long periods of time, more than 8 hours a day, exclusive of nighttime caging, shall be considered to be neglected.

  • Lack of medical attention. Medical attention should be sought for any adopted bird with an avian specialist veterinarian as soon as any unusual symptoms or behavior is noticed.

Remember it is our job to find good homes for our birds, NOT to give cheap birds to anyone who asks. If you feel that you can meet these requirements and convince us that you will be a loving caretaker to a parrot in need of a special home, we would love to meet you.

Steps To Adopting A Pet Parrot From Foster Parrots

  • Fill out and mail in the Adoption Application and non-refundable application donation.

  • Within one week call the office at Foster Parrots, Ltd. to schedule an interview.

  • Visit the Foster Parrots facility.

  • Be placed on a waiting list for a specific type of parrot.

  • Fulfill the required volunteer work period.

  • Fill out the necessary paperwork agreeing to all of the terms and conditions of the adoption and bring home your new family member.

  • There is a 2-year probationary period during which Foster Parrots may visit your home to ensure the parrot's wellbeing. If at any time during the life of the parrot the owner no longer wishes to keep the parrot, the parrot must be returned to Foster Parrots.

 

  

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