We had to leave our nice home in Phoenix and transition to an apartment in LA, California. I had two Yellow Naped Amazons which were handed down to me by a family member who could no longer care for them. I had the female for twenty-six years. Her mate was a rescue and he was with us for over fifteen years. The pair of birds are incredibly attached. I knew that we would not be able to take the birds with us. It was gut wrenching. The male parrot had special needs and also liver issues. My vet suggested calling Jody and her rescue organization.
We went over to see her place and birds. One thing I can say is that Jody and her family have dedicated their lives to birds. We visited during the summer and she had everything from baby hummingbirds to doves to owls which had to be fed every few hours. They also had many types of parrots that are up for adoption. I can honestly say that leaving my birds behind was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made but knowing they are with a loving family that cares for them helps ease the sad feelings.
If anyone is thinking about getting a parrot, please stop here first. There are so many wonderful adoptable parrots that need good homes. The best part is Jody will train you how to care for a parrot over a period of time and help you decide if a parrot is the best addition to your family.