Shipping

When shipping a parrot , we make all the travel arrangements. If we are shipping by air, we ship to your nearest major airport, delivery can be done at your home address. Our Specialist will first look to see where the closest airport is to ship your baby. (We only ship parrots on airlines that implement a Pet Safe Program) After choosing an airport, we will begin coordinating all schedules & considerations. We will then book your flight and send you an email itinerary of all of the times, flights, schedules & pick up location.The day of your parrot's journey, we will transport him/her to the airport. Once all of the paperwork is filled out and your parrot is checked in at the airport, you will receive an email and/or phone call letting you know how everything is going.
Is it really safe for the parrot ?
I receive many inquiries on the process of shipping a parrots--individuals often wonder if it is safe and how it works.

Won't he/she be scared? How long does it take?
Won't it be difficult for the parrot having to be all alone in a crate for so long?
This is how I explain the shipping process to individuals to help them feel more at ease with the process of getting a parrot:

Shipping a Parrot Is Very safe: See Below Details
Shipping a parrot by itself to a new location always sounds cruel and embarrassing, but actually I think it is harder for us than the parrot(s). With my many years of shipping experience, I know for a fact that all of the parrots are well taken care of. So if you stop and think about it, the airlines are not going to mistreat the parrot(s) for fear of lawsuits and customer dissatisfaction. I tape parrot(s) food and feeding instructions to the top of the crate and put frozen water in the crate, so it will gradually thaw out for the parrot(s) and the parrots are offered food along the ride.
The average flight is approximately 2 to 5 hours. I always ask about any delays or layovers and know the exact times and departures of the flights, so I know where the parrot is and am able to give you the information as well.
The parrot will arrive the same day as it is sent--usually a few hours. I have a big fluffy bed of shredded newspapers in the crate for the parrot(s) to nestle in and usually a pig's ear chew (they love them), and a toy or sock with my scent on it--to help the cat feel secure.

What about shipping in the winter –is it not too cold?
If you decide on a parrot, I will guarantee -as I have many years of experience that he/she will arrive safe and sound. parrots can be shipped safely between 20 and 85 degrees--AA rules. All cats ride in the belly of the plane where the temperature is kept at a comfortable 70 degrees--same as for the passengers--and they are the last on and first off the plane. Shipping during this time of year is completely safe and there is no problem so we need not to be afraid about that. Just like a person getting on a flight to go meet their relatives and/or friends for the holidays, shipping a cat is very similar-and probably even a little easier. The only thing different about this time of year is that the airlines can be strict on the minimum temperature at each location (which is really good for the cat(s) even though the plane is always kept at 70 degrees. I believe it is mainly for their liability and protection. Likewise, in the summertime--they will not ship if temperatures are too hot along the way. If this is the case, we will just wait for the next best day to ship or ship earlier or later in the day to combat the hot/cold part of the day.
NOTE: Most shippers specialised in shipping pets will use a temperature regulation crate called an electronic crate.
These type of crates are used anytime since they can regulate the temperature to the one best for the parrot(s) travel
What is involved in the shipping process?
Since I am 30 minutes from my nearest airport and do not charge extra for delivery like most breeders, I try to make each trip count as much as possible by taking multiple parrots at a time while striving to accommodate to your specified times. Therefore it helps me greatly if you can specify multiple times/days you (or any other person with ID) would be available to pick up the parrot. So if you are interested in having one of the parrots after all amounts have been received, I am able to book the parrot. I will need to know the day(s) and time(s) you are able to pick up the cat(s) at your nearest airport, and your home address and phone number.
Usually, I can only book a flight a day in advance so they are aware of the temperatures for shipping. After I have booked the parrot, I will call and/or email you with the flight number times, and location where the parrot(s) is to be picked up. All you need to do is pick up the parrot at your airport--taking a couple forms of identification, like a driver's license or insurance card and the airway bill number that I give you. Then I ask individuals to contact me as soon as possible after they receive their parrot as I'm very anxious to hear about the parrot--if everything went ok --what you think--and any other questions you might have.

WARRANTY:

The pledge we made over 10 years ago still stands: If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, please return it for a refund, an exchange, or credit of the full bird's cost.
• We guarantee our parrots have been raised in our home and have been given the very best care, from the time of birth to present day.We guarantee that the parrots get a farewell visit to the Veterinarian prior to departure. We guarantee that all our birds have been socialized prior to them leaving.
• We do not sell without registration papers. When the parrots go to their new homes their vaccinations schedules are up to date, they have been microchipped for identification and have been thoroughly health checked.
All our birds are prepared as follows:
1. A health record, which includes a vaccination certificate
2. Micro- chipping for identification
3. A Bath and a nail clipping
4. Food and a few toys
5. A Parrot's Information and registration to follow.
All parrots carry a 30-months congenital health guarantee. We guarantee all parrots sold by us to remain free from life threatening congenital defects for the period of 10 Years from the date of birth. All parrots will be given a Veterinarian examination before ownership is transferred to the buyer and will come with a Health Certificate signed by our veterinarian if shipped. All available health and vaccination records for the parrots will be mailed to the new owner soon after the parrots are shipped or picked up at the aviary .

BUYING A NEW BIRD :

BEFORE BUYING A BIRD...

Make sure you take the time to research the species you want before you get one. Start by making a list of reasons you want a bird and a list of traits that are important to you. Compare species of birds to narrow down your list to a few that meet your requirements, or call us for our recommendations. Several questions to take into consideration include the following:

* Why do you want a bird? As a pet? As a companion to another bird?
* Where will the bird's cage go? How large of a cage will "fit" into your home?
* How much noise is acceptable to you, the family, and the neighbors? No bird is perfectly quiet, but some species are quieter than others!
* How much time are you willing to commit to the bird on a daily basis? Birds range in friendliness from not wanting to be touched (like finches) to the Velcro-like attitude of some Cockatoos. Many need playtime and socialization, some need food preparation.
* How long do you want the bird around? Finches live about four years; Budgie's, seven years; Cockatoos, forty years; an Amazon or African Grey, up to fifty or more years. Make sure you plan for the bird's entire life. This means including for the bird's future care in your will.
* How much are you willing to spend up front for a bird, the cage and accessories? Prices range from several dollars for a small Finch or Budgerigar to several thousand dollars for a Hyacinth Macaw. Bargain hunting is usually a bad idea when it comes to birds. The prices reflect the labor that goes into raising the babies, hand-feeding, training and socializing so this is no time to cut corners.
* How much are you willing to spend on food, veterinary care, and toys?
* Who will watch the bird while you are on vacation with the family? (Our Parrots will board birds)
Need help deciding? Contact us and we can work with you in finding a bird to fit in with your lifestyle. We have also listed some of the major qualities under each category of our Birds Available page

A PARROT'S BILL OF RIGHTS :

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 rain-forests or savanna's. 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.