Volunteering

[Lydia Deetz]

Since I'm about to go to college in a year, now's not the time for me to have a parrot. I want hands-on experience and I've heard that a great way to get started with parrots is to volunteer at a sanctuary. As it happens, my local animal sanctuary is looking for volunteers to care for their parrots. Thoughts? Any advice/words of caution?

 

[RedFoxBlackSox]

I think that’s a great idea! Be prepared to deal with birds who are stressed out- (Ive never done work at a bird sanctuary but from volunteering at dog shelters, I can tell you that you’ll need to be careful! Because you’ll want to take everyone home, haha!!) but either way, I’m sure that it would only benefit them to have another person to socialize with :3!!

 

[Shezbug]

I think it sounds like a great thing for you to do. No words of advice other than Enjoy!

 

[webchirp]

Great idea! They likely need your attention the most.

 

[redindiaink]

Expect to be bitten. Wear cloths you don't care about being chewed on; depending on their setup birds could reach through the bars and grab onto loose clothing. If they don't provide them, bring ear plugs.

Have fun!

 

[katebf38]

Sounds like you’ll get some great first hand experience! Good luck!