Adoption Qualifications & Requirements to Adopt

Thank you for choosing to adopt a Parrot

Please READ & Review our Revised Adoption Policy & Qualifications to Adopt below;

First off:

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We do not ship any parrots.

Please be aware that we need you to be specific on the desired parrot you would like to adopt. This way we can confirm scheduling availability with the foster home before arranging a meet and greet.

Our adoption fees vary from parrot to parrot; as there are different factors that determine our adoption fees.

The different factors are:

Normally ½ the cost of retail, but we include their cage and a care package.
The age of the parrot -temperament & tameness of the parrot.
The condition of the parrot’s feathering.
The amount of words he/she speaks- phrases- sings and dances and more.
If the parrot is comfortable being handled by both men and women, and other animals.
The condition of the current bird’s cage or if we need to replace it with a new cage.
If it needed any additional special veterinary care before placement

We hope that you have carefully read the information about the parrot you would like to adopt. Please confirm that the parrot you selected is compatible with your gender and level of experience with parrots.

Other factors that are often overlooked are the special logistics after a successful meet and greet, such as;

If the adopter has a vehicle big enough to carry both the parrot and a cage, large floor T perch or tree, or items and materials that come with that particular parrot.

We hope this information helps you with your selection and gives you more insight into our adoption process. We place all of our birds with a special care package designed around them for a successful transition. We look forward to receiving your application.

*Compare what others offer compared to what we have to offer you with our lower adoption fees & care package.

*Our vetrans care package is now available for everybody*

Our New standard care package includes a brand new custom parrot carrier, along with over 15 items included with every medium and large parrot adoption.

Our medium and large parrot care packages include:

(1) new 2-door custom Bird Carrier with a bowl
(2) large containers of our specialized Volkmans Seed Mix mixed with Zupreem Pellets
(1) – Wi-Fi Camera with audio
(1) -Magic Bullet Blender
(1) – Rechargeable Misting bottle for showering your parrot
(1) – small 5 oz bags of Higgins Fruit & Nut Goodies
(3) – 5 oz. bags of Lafebers Tropical Fruit Pellets
(1) – Lafebers Foraging Fun Care package which includes; (1) Tropical Fruit Pellets, (1) Classic Nutri-Berries, (1) Tropical Fruit Nutri-Berriesand (1) Classic Avi-Cake.
(2 ) – 5 -oz bag of Higgins shelled Boca nuts
(6) – 10-oz. bags of Lafebers Nutriberries (Over a $60.00 dollar value)
(3) standard Educational books;
(1)-Owner’s manual- Book for the specific type parrot your adopting
(1) – Barron’s “Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot” Book
(1) – Great Parrot Cuisine Cookbook
2 Refillable toys with 1- Refill toy pack
And much more…

Mandatory Meet & Greet is required before adoptions.

Our adoptable parrots must like you before placement.

You must be the head of your household to qualify for adoption.

We prefer to rehome our parrots as companion pets for one individual, not as companions for other parrots.

We prefer to rehome our parrots in home with parrot experiance, preferably in a home that currently has parrots.

We selectively place our parrots in homes with children under the age of 18, we prefer that you currently have parrots if you have children in your home.

We will not place any of our parrots in homes with potentially aggressive dogs.

*For Medium & Small Parrots; Homeowners are preferred ,but not mandatory

*For Large Parrots; Homeownership is preferred but not mandatory to adopt Macaws and Larger Cockatoos

Step 1 of 2

I have *CAREFULLY read the very top of this adoption application, that explains the requirements to adopt. *

Confirm

Date / Time

Date

Time

I / we, understand that we MUST live in the state of Washington or Oregon to adopt. *

I/We understand that we are required to drive to Vancouver Washington, for our Mandatory meet and Greet of any available Parrot *

Confirm.

In order to proceed with your application, please confirm that you are available to begin the interview process and adoption process within the 72-hour timeframe. The rescue organization has a tight timeline, and time spent on potential adopters who are not ready may result in a parrot losing its forever home to a potential adopter who is ready. *

I Understand

I/We understand that if we are a veteran, the spouse of a veteran, or have a veteran in our immediate family, we qualify for special benefits through the Parrots for Patriots Program. *

Yes I'm a Veteran
Yes, my spouse is a veteran
Yes, I have a veteran within my immediate family
No: I/ we Do Not qualify for the veteran’s program

Yes, I/we qualify for the veteran’s program and will submit our application through the Parrots For Patriots Program.

Yes I /we will submit our adoption application with Parrots For Patriots link below.
I/we will continue with this adoption application.

https://parrotsforpatriots.org/application-forms/adoption-application/

I/We understand that we MUST have a minimum of one year of prior experience physically owning and handling a medium or large-sized parrot. I/We understand that parakeets, cockatiels, and conures do not qualify as medium-sized parrots. *

Yes, I/ we have one or more years of experience handling a medium or large parrot.
I/We have six months of experience .
No experience with parrots

I/We understand that we are only allowed to submit ONE application to adopt within 6 months of today's date. *

Confirm

• Important* Read CAREFULLY *I/We understand that if I/we applied to adopt a bird within the past six months and did not proceed with the adoption due to a lack of communication, or if the application was denied. I/ we understand that will not be considered for adoption for six months from the date of our last application. *

Confirm.

* To Confirm Again ...*Yes... I/ we are prepared to Meet a Parrot within 72 hours. *

Confirm

This is important! I/We understand that if we have not selected the name of a parrot currently listed as available on the website, our application will be automatically denied, and we will not be considered for adoption for six months from today’s date. *

Confirm. I/We Understand.

I/We understand that NWPR prefers to rehome parrots primarily as companions for humans, not as companions for other parrots. (Breeders need not apply.) *

Confirm

I/We understand that I must be the head of the household and at least 26 years old to apply to adopt. *

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I/We understand that homes with children under the age of 18 must be pre-approved before adoptions *

Confirm

"I/We understand that NWPR prefers to place parrots in homes with three or fewer indoor animals, and no more than five total indoor animals, to ensure quality of care." *

I Agree
I Disagree, I have more than 5 indoor animals

If we are over the age of 65, I/we understand that the applicant must have two local backup Guardian Parrot Parents in the event of any unforeseen emergencies. *

I/we are under the age of 65
I am 65 or older, and I can provide two guardians.

I / We understand that the person applying to adopt- MUST Be the person Submitting this Application or near you during submission; *

Yes, I'm the one applying to adopt
I am applying for someone else
The adopter is disabled, unable to type

Who will be the primary caregiver for the parrot? *

Most parrots prefer a handler of a specific gender. Please select the gender that best fits the primary handler: *

I/we understand that if we use a P.O. Box or a PMB (Private Mailbox) as our address, our application will be denied. We must use our true physical address. I/we understand that if we use any address other than our physical address, our application will be denied. *

Confirm

Your Name *

First

Last

Name of Partner or Spouse *

First

Last

Your physical Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Home Phone *

Cell Phone

Email Address *

What time is the best time to reach you *

Are you the head of your household? *

Yes
No
Shared

How long have you lived at this residence? *

Have you selected a parrot from the website? *

I/We understand the following: I/We must select a parrot from the website. This is a parrot rescue that operates by appointment only — this is NOT a store. If I/We do not select a bird from the website, we will NOT be contacted. *

Confirm

Please select just one parrot or one bonded pair of parrots from our website. *

Confirm.

Please list the name of the one parrot, Or 1 pair of bonded parrots * All bonded paired are placed with two cages. *

What interests you about this parrot / parrots *

In the event of any emergency. We will provide you with 1 month of free boarding. *All of our adopters need one LOCAL PERSON - That is within 1 hour radius of your home as your local Parrot guardian who lives close to you. Please enter your designated guardians information below *

First

Last

Guardian's phone *

Guardian's email *

Guardian's Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

If deemed necessary: Do you have a vehicle that can transport a large assembled cage? *

Yes
No
I can Rent or borrow or one from a friend

Are you aware that parrots at times can be extremely vocal? *

Confirm.

Do any members of your household object to you adopting a parrot? *

Please list the names and ages of everyone in your household: *

Do you have parrot experience *

Yes
No
Some
No parrot handeling experience

If you have parrot experience, how much parrot experience do you have *

6 months or less
6 months to 1 year
6 months to 1 year medium or large parrot experience
My relatives or friends let me hold their parrot
1 year to 2 years of medium to large parrot experience
2 years or more of medium or large parrot experience
Some prior experience from the past as a Non Owner
No medium or large parrot experience

Do any members of your household smoke or vape? Please be honest, the health of our parrots is very important to us. *

Do you have other pets? *

Have you had any medium or large parrots in the past? *

What types of parrot or parrots do you currently have, and how long have you had your parrot/parrots *

If you no longer have this parrot, can you explain why

Avian veterinarians name?

Veterinarians Phone

Veterinarians Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

You are aware there is a rehoming/adoption fee payable to the NW Parrot Rescue? *

I/ We understand that adoption fees vary with every parrot. This is based on different factors such as: Age/ Condition / Tameness/ mimicking abilities/ Cage / Supplies and more... *

Do you feel you are financially able to provide for a bird/parrot's needs in terms of Veterinarian costs, food, housing, toys, grooming, etc.? *

Upon your approved application & Meet & Greet. What area do you plan to have your newly adopted parrot live at? *

Are you willing to keep your home at a temperature that suits the needs of your bird whether or not you're at home? *

What temperature range? *

Are you aware that there is no such thing as a quiet parrot? *

Are you aware that there is no such thing as a parrot that does not bite or nip at times? *

Are you aware that exotic birds are capable of destroying property? *

Are you aware that exotic birds are very messy in terms of droppings and food splattering? *

Do you know that exotic birds NEED and REQUIRE a lot of attention and care? *

*Are you aware that behavioral modification may take years of patience and consistency to build a relationship of trust and companionship? *

Do you work from home *

Yes
No
Traveling job

If you work away from home, how many hours a Week do you work *

If other, how many hours of work per week to you work

If other what type of work do you do?

I/we understand that your application Will Be DENIED TO If you have misrepresented yourself on this application *

Confirm.

I/we are prepared and ready to adopt within 72 hours... *

Yes ready to Adopt with 72 hours
No - Not ready to Adopt with 72 hours. If not, we understand that we can not apply to adopt for another 6 months from todays date

I/We promise to monitor our email, as we understand that we will receive an email within 24 hours to arrange a time for a phone interview. I/We understand that if we do not respond to the email, we will not receive a call and our application will be declined *