Lair Of Dragons Bird Rescue & sanctuary Parrot care info

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Lair Of Dragons Bird & Reptile Rescue
Lancaster , PA 17601
ph: 717-431-8599
contact@lairofdragonsbirdrescue.com

Keeping Parrots as "Pets"

Whether captured in the wild or born in captivity, parrots
are not domesticated animals like cats and dogs. They are
still wild animals. Their natural curiosity, sensitivity,
intellect, playfulness, and ability to form bonds with humans
can tempt people to keep them in captivity. Unfortunately,
the traits that make parrots so intriguing are the same ones
that make them extremely difficult to live with as companion
animals. Many parrots find themselves displaced as their
natural behaviors and needs clash with human expectations.
Before you buy or adopt a parrot, consider the following
facts:

* Parrots bite and chew — you and your home!
* Parrots are messy and active!
* Parrots scream, but many do not talk!
* Most parrots won't learn cute tricks!
* Parrots are social and need daily attention!
* Some parrots never bond with humans!
* Parrots need to be served a varied diet!
* Parrots are sensitive to household products!
* Parrot cages, toys, and vet visits are expensive!
* Large parrots can live up to 80 years — will you?

Educating yourself about parrots before bringing one into
your life is crucial to solving the displaced parrot problem!
Only people who thoroughly understand that parrots are
wild animals and who can commit to meeting their
demanding needs should consider providing a home for one.
Only then will all parrots kept in captivity be properly cared
for and appreciated for the wild animals they are, the pet
market's demand for "impulse purchased"baby parrots will
decrease, and the displaced bird epidemic will become a
thing of the past.
You can find some very educational info on this page and on
our home page.

Lair Of Dragons Bird Rescue
Lancaster , PA 17601
ph: 717-431-8599
contact@lairofdragonsbirdrescue.com

Lair Of Dragons Bird Rescue

A beautiful Red Fronted Macaw whom because of a improper
diet and lack of human contact due to being pushed in a
seperate room and owner no longer being able to spend quality
time with him, has plucked all of his feathers. Since being here
with us, Sam has stopped plucking his feathers, we have
managed to get him on a proper diet and he has seen our avian
vet, we purchased a new larger cage and $100's worth of toys
to ease Sam's stress levels but his follicles are damaged and he
will never grow his feathers back. He has warmed up to me
and feels safe and secure. Sam is one of the lucky ones who has
made it here before it was to late. Before purchasing or
adopting could end up like Sam. If you already own a bird and
can no longer provide the time and care needed, please
consider placing your bird in the care of a qualified rescue or
home before they begin to get stressed and start plucking,
mutilating themselves or acquire behavior problems. It takes
dedication, finances, time, space and a lot of love and patience
to care for a parrot (bird). These special creatures are just like
babies and require just as much time and attention, if not more
and they are very demanding. If you do not have the time to
dedicate or can not properly provide emotionally or financially
for one, please consider adopting a pet that does not require so
much of your attention or is not as financially demanding.

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