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About CPR
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Meet the Birds
and at Parrot University
321 S Polk St, Pineville
Click for map and directions
Visiting Hours:
Mon - Fri 10 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM
Sunday Noon - 5 PM
Contact Us
704-889-2325
Our Mission
The exclusive mission of Companion Parrots Re-homed is to accept companion parrots from unwanted, emergency or crisis situations throughout the Greater Charlotte, North Carolina, area and to facilitate through training and education, new adoptive homes for these sensitive and intelligent birds.
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Recently Adopted
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Celebrate these birds and their new families!
Olive, Conure
Alphie & Lola, Budgies
Cocoa, Caique
Bella, Parrotlet
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New to CPR
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Meet our new birds!
Visit Parrot University or
Mr. & Mrs. Blue, Budgies
Tango, Conure
Chewy, Cockatiel
Sassy, Senegal
Keltie & Sunshine, Budgies
Daisy, Amazon
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Joining Us Soon
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Ringneck
Lovebirds
Budgies
Sun Conure
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Beak Health
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By Leslie Wieser, President
In the news recently, there was a Toucan found at an animal fair in
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Brazil that was missing half its upper beak. Tieta, the Toucan, eventually received a special prosthesis that was made from a 3D printer and was able to use it within three days. Amazing!
Parrots are known as 'hookbills' because of the shape of their beak. Although parrot beaks vary in size, shape, color and texture, they all have an upper and lower mandible covered by a hard protein shell of keratin, known as the rhamphotheca. Continual wear from eating, chewing and rubbing on hard surfaces maintains the normal surface and length of the beak. Beneath the keratin covering the beak is a blood supply and a network of nerve endings. Beaks will grow and flake over time.
Liver disease can cause the beak to overgrow, but sometimes overgrowth is due to an inadequate amount of chewing material. While some beak trims are cosmetic, others are medically necessary in order for the bird to eat, climb and preen its feathers. Two important factors that are important in good beak health include excellent nutrition and offering your bird plenty of toys to chew. Parrot University has a wide variety of fun toys to get your bird chewing. Not only do chew toys contribute to good beak health, they also provide hours of entertainment.
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| Volunteer Orientation | |
 Do you love parrots or have a strong interest in learning more about them? Please attend a one-hour Volunteer Orientation Session to find out how you can get involved.
Saturday, October 17, 12:30 pm
Sunday, November 8, 2:00 pm
There are many different kinds of opportunities available to contribute to Companion Parrots Re-homed's mission. Please contact us at volunteer@companionparrots.org to let us know you'll be joining us.
Won't you help?
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Meet Keltie & Sunshine: Featured Birds
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Species: Budgies
Age: 2 years
Keltie & Sunshine are two cute little Budgies (Parakeets) that recently joined CPR because their owner didn't have enough time to spend with them. They're just two years old and are looking to bring a smile and a song to their next home. Keltie is a handsome green male and Sunshine is a pretty yellow female. These two are bonded and must be adopted together. Budgies are quiet enough for apartments and condos. Won't you let these two little birds blossom in your home while you watch them bloom?
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Meet Sassy: Featured Bird
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Age: 13 years
Sassy is a female Senegal who recently joined CPR due to the failing health of her second owner, with whom she lived for the past 12 years. Sassy is a vocal little bird who can whistle and mimic sounds like a security alarm, a squeaky door and kisses. She likes to chew on paper and describes herself as a "pretty bird". Senegals are relatively quiet parrots. Sassy is a beautiful bird with a sweet personality, who will make a wonderful companion. Watch video and come meet Sassy.
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| Meet Max: Featured Bird | | |
Age: 17 years
Max is a handsome male, Congo African Grey who's in his late teens. He lost his first home due to his owner's failing health, and his second home due to a death in the family. Max is a gentle giant who's a good whistler and likes to mimic sounds. He's a great big hunk of love who is just hoping to find a good home where he can love and be loved. Watch Max's video and please help us find a new home for Max.
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| Ask the Veterinarian -- November 22 | |
Special Educational Event
Join us on Sunday, November 22, at 2 pm, for a very special educational event. Dr. Frank Rutowski, DVM, of the Animal Care Hospital of Matthews will be taking your questions on a variety of topics.
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| October & November Class Schedule | |
Everyone is welcome to attend these informative sessions. Click to read class descriptions. Reservations are required, so please send an email to info@companionparrots,org or call 704-889-2325. Classes are free and donations are greatly appreciated.
Parrot 101
Saturday, October 17, 2 pm |
Sunday, November 15, 2 pm
Avian Health & Medicine
Sunday, October 11, 2 pm |
Saturday, November 7, 2 pm
Positive Reinforcement Training
Sunday, October 18, 2 pm | Saturday, November 14, 2 pm
Sex & the Single Bird
Sunday, November 1, 2 pm
Fun with Food
Saturday, October 31, 2 pm
Toy-Making
Saturday, October 24, 11 am | Saturday, November 21, 11 am
Special Presentation:
So, You Want a Talking Bird?
Sunday, October 25, 2 pm
For people thinking about "parrot-hood".
All classes are held at the CPR Education Center at Parrot University
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| Avian Influenza Update | |
By Karen Justice
Outbreaks of avian influenza (HPAI) have occurred in two areas of the U.S. during the past year. One was in the Pacific Coast Highway area and the other in the Midwest. Most species affected reside at commercial turkey and chicken farms. Cases have also been reported in backyard poultry flocks, among raptors at rehab centers and falconry birds. So far, there have been no reports of any parrots being affected. Additionally, there are no reports of avian influenza in our area.
The recommendation is for pet birds to stay indoors through the fall. If you own poultry and pet birds, please practice excellent hygiene and biosecurity. Bird marts, shows and outdoor flight presentations have been canceled through the first of next year. While we highly recommend fresh air and sunlight exposure for your birds, it is best that you refrain from doing so until this has passed. We will keep you posted if anything changes.
Our thanks to CPR's avian veterinarian, Dr. Lauren Powers, for this information.
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| Tip of the Month: Halloween Safety | |
Ghosts and goblins and pumpkins, oh my! 
While Halloween can be fun for all ages, with social gatherings, creative costumes, and lots of candy, we encourage you to protect your parrot from household hazards, including getting spooked or frightened by costumes and decorations. Please do not feed your bird any candy and protect your bird from others who might try to do so. Your birds could perceive costumes and other unfamiliar objects as giant predators, so be sensitive to their body language and don't accidentally startle them. Also, you may be frequently opening and closing the front door to hand out candy to trick-or-treaters, so make sure the birds are secure in their cages to prevent escape.
Follow these tips to ensure a Happy Halloween for everyone...including our feathered friends.
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| Shop to Help the Parrots | |
When you shop at Amazon.com for the holidays, or year round, please use the link below to get started. Companion Parrots Re-homed will benefit from your purchase at no extra cost to you.
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| Holiday Open House -- Save the Date! | |
Mark your calendar to join us for a very special Holiday Open House.
Saturday, December 5, 2015
10 am to 4 pm
at Parrot University
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| Volunteer Toy-making Workshops | |
Want to help make safe and stimulating toys for parrots? Learn how to make wonderful toys that will be sold during the holiday season to help raise funds for CPR. They'll also make great gifts for the CPR birds.
Attend one of our Volunteer Toy-making Workshops:
Sunday, October 11, 9-11 am
Sunday, November 1, 9-11 am
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The Birds of Companion Parrots Re-homed
Board of Directors
Volunteers
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