Owning parrots as pets is growing rapidly in popularity. Purchasing a parrot from a rescue organization or pet store is always an option. However, when purchasing directly from a parrot breeder, there will be more likelihood to receive the parrot’s history, methods of care, and personality information. It is of the greatest importance that a lifelong parrot companion be chosen from reputable parrot breeders with a high standard of quality care, dedication to safety, and trustworthiness.
It is necessary for the happiness and health of a parrot to have an educated, patient, loving, and committed owner. Often times, potential parrot owners are very excited about purchasing a parrot, choose too rapidly, become concerned by their parrots behavioral problems, and cannot stay committed to a lifelong relationship with their pet. Parrot rescue shelters are full of second hand parrots because owners cannot stay dedicated to their parrot pets. Choosing a healthy parrot from a reputable parrot breeder is an easy way to troubleshoot many parrot problems.
Often times, because of financing or convenience, potential parrot owners will choose to purchase a parrot from a rescue shelter or pet store. Some rescue shelters and pet stores are not equipped to deal with the specific needs of high quality, specialty parrots. Often, parrots in pet stores and rescue shelters have accumulated behavioral problems from not being properly cared for, or they have become ill from not being properly quarantined from other sick parrots. Choosing from a quality parrot breeder will lessen the chances of choosing a sick, poorly behaved, parrot companion.
Most parrot breeders are responsible and caring individuals who love the breed and being apart of a parrot’s life at such a crucial time. But some breeders are just in it to make money. As a buyer you need to be aware of who you should do business with and who you should stay way from. Shipping birds in certain ways through certain companies is illegal. It is also important for a breeder to introduce bathing to their birds at an early age. The best time to introduce bathing is when the baby is partially feathered. Potential owners need to ask their breeders questions. Breeders should allow buyers to view their aviaries. Contract for this very important business transaction is a must. Good breeders will also be available after the purchase to answer questions and give support to new owners. Some parrot species can live between 60 and 100 years old. They are a huge commitment and are worth the effort you put into finding the right kind of breeders.
Some parrot breeders are more knowledgeable then pet store owners and continue to breed parrots for the love of the breed. If you choose to buy a parrot through a breeder you will have a better chance of purchasing a well adjusted, happy, and more importantly healthy bird that will last a lifetime.
Choosing to purchase a parrot from a parrot breeder will aid in the foundation of the parrot/owner relationship. It will also help to enrich the lives of wild parrots by assisting in the preserving of their species, habitat, and culture.
