ADOPTION APPLICATION

Exotic bird ownership is a serious responsibility and the adoption of an unwanted or rescued bird can introduce a myriad of additional factors which need to be considered. The Parrot Outreach Society wants to be certain you understand what you’re in for before you make the decision to adopt a bird. We also want to be certain we know enough about you to feel confident we’re placing the bird into a satisfactory environment. Thank you for your interest in adopting a bird from us!

Are you interested in one of our birds? Which one (name)?

Have you come in to meet this bird yet? (IF NOT PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT HOLD THIS BIRD FOR YOU. HOLDS WILL ONLY BE PLACED ONCE YOU MEET THEM)*

YESNO

Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email*

example@example.com

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Spouse's Name

First NameLast Name

Please answer all of the questions below and use additional sheets or the back of this form if you need more space. Please write “N/A” if a question isn’t applicable to you or your situation. All questions must be answered for the application to be processed.

Your occupation;

Spouse/Significant Other’s occupation:

Do you own or rent your home?*

OwnRentLive with Family

Type of home:*

HouseApartmentCondoOther

Do you have your landlord’s, homeowners, or condo association’s written permission to keep exotic birds?*

YesNoN/A

Does anyone in the household have previous experience with exotic birds?*

YesNo

If yes, who and how many years with which species?

Have you owned pets (birds or others) in the past that you no longer have?*

YesNo

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE BIRDS IF YOU NO LONGER HAVE THEM?

Are there any pet birds already in the household?*

YesNo

if yes, who is your vet?

If you already have birds, have they been vet checked for infectious disease?*

YesNo

If yes, list quantity, species, and ages:

iF SO, Does your bird fly?*

YesNoNot SureCan Fly but Not Well

Do you clip your birds wings?*

Do all adults in your household know you plan to adopt a bird?

YesNoN/A

Are there any children in the household?*

YesNo

If yes, list ages

If no, are you planning to have children?

YesNo

Does anyone in the household object to adopting a bird?

YesNo

Are there any other pets (not birds) in the household?*

YesNo

If yes, please list quantity, species, and how long you’ve had them:

Have you ever bred birds?*

YesNo

If yes, what species of birds and are you still breeding?

Are you planning to purchase or adopt any other pets?

YesNo

If yes, what species?

If you already have birds, what do you feed yourbird(s)?

What else?

Do you feel qualified to work with special needs birds (i.e. – physical defect or psychological problems)?

YesNo

If yes, explain why you feel this way:

If you or someone else in the household is a smoker, will be you able to provide a smoke-free environment for the bird?

YesNoNA (no smokers in household)

If yes, how?

Does anyone in the household have asthma or allergies, COPD, emphysema?

YesNo

If Yes, are you aware that birds carry a dust that can exacerbate these illnesses?

YesNo

What would you do if your bird came to you with or developed bad habits?

Do you feel you’re financially able to provide for a bird’s needs in terms of veterinarian costs, food, housing, toys, etc?

YesNo

How much would you budget annually to care for this bird?

Why, this amount?

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

YesNo

Are you aware that exotic birds can carry diseases which could be transmitted to humans?

YesNo

Do you know that exotic birds are capable of biting, screaming, and destroying property, and that they tend to be very messy in terms of droppings and food splattering?

YesNo

Do you know that exotic birds NEED a lot of attention and care and that behavioral modification can take years of patience to achieve?

YesNo

Are you prepared to put in the effort to keep the cage clean, the food and water fresh, and to work with the bird consistently and patiently on a Daily basis to build a relationship of trust and companionship?

YesNo

What species are you interested in adopting?

Why?

Why are you interested in adopting rather than purchasing a companionbird?

Under what circumstances would you not be able to keep the bird? (Moving, new job, new baby, divorce, separation, allergy, other pets, etc.)

Have you done any prior research on exotic bird species,care, and behavior?*

YesNo

If yes, explain:

If no, are you willing to do the research prior to the adoption?

YesNo

Do you need education in proper avian care?

YesNo

If no, what resources are available to you?

Do you understand that Parrot Outreach has specific guidelines and cage sizes that are appropriate for each species and that the dimensions of the cage have to be met before adoption can be finalized?

YesNo

Do you have a suitable cage available for the new bird?*

YesNo

Where do you plan to locate the bird’s cage?

Who will be the primary caregiver for the bird?

How much time will you or the primary caregiver have available to spendwith the bird on a daily basis?

How many hours per weekday will the bird spend alone (without human companionship) in your home?

Weekends?

How much daily “out of cage” time do you expect to be able to providefor the bird for exercise and interaction?

What would you expect from a parrot?

Do you travel frequently?

YesNo

Who would care for your bird(s) if you went on vacation or fell ill?

Do you consent to a visit to your home to inspect it prior to adoption and understand that we may visit again after adoption to ensure safety?

YesNo

Do you have any plans to relocate out of the United States or out of the state of Florida?

YesNo

How did you hear about us?

We do ask for a formal adoption donation, which varies according to species and condition, (and is lower than the fees requested in larger cities}, to help us offset the costs of helping birds in need. Money orders or cashier's check should be made payable to PARROT OUTREACH SOCIETY and the memo should read RESCUE. We do NOT accept personal checks. Donations are non-refundable.

Completion of this application does not guarantee you will qualify to adopt a bird. Prior to adoption, one or more members of the Parrot Society Rescue Team will do a home visit via video to be sure you will be able to provide a healthy and safe environment for the bird. Please understand that a criminal background check will be done ONLY to ensure the adopter has no animal cruelty charges against them.

Please be Advised: Anyone attempting to acquire birds for persons having lost pets to any County Animal Control or FFWC will be reported to the authorities. An Adoption Contract must be signed prior to the bird leaving our possession.

Please be advised that all home visits are being done via video call.

Date*

Date

Important Liabilty Waiver:

The Parrot Outreach Society is committed to ensuring a safe and positive experience for all individuals involved in the bonding and adoption process of parrots. However, it is important to understand that the behavior of a parrot can be unpredictable, particularly during the initial stages of bonding or adaptation to a new environment. While the society takes every precaution to assess and ensure the compatibility between parrots and potential adopters, it cannot be held liable for any injuries, including bites, that may occur during these interactions. By signing this document and participating in the bonding or adoption process, you acknowledge that handling or being in close proximity to parrots involves inherent risks, and you accept responsibility for your own safety during the process.

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