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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
Holiday Hours
Dec 24, 10 AM - 2 PM
Dec 25, Closed
Dec 31, 10 AM - 2 PM
Jan 1, Closed
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!
Mr & Mrs Blue, Budgies
Tango, Conure
Jon Claw, Amazon
Rio, Conure
Morgan, African Grey
Charlie & Juliet, Lovebirds
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New to CPR
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Meet our new birds!
Visit Parrot University or
Sherlock & Watson, Budgies
Mini, Ringneck Parakeet
Zick, Amazon
Gromate, Jardine's
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Born (Hatched) to be Wild
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By Leslie Wieser, President
Prior to my recent trip to Costa Rica, I learned that Military and Great Green Macaws were recently listed under the Environmental Species Act as endangered. Words cannot describe how thrilled I was when I saw three magnificent Great Green Macaws fly overhead and how troubled I was to think that I may never see this again. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service estimates that only 1,000-3,000 Great Greens exist in the wild and that they continue to decline.
During my trip, I also visited a local farmer who is host to 32 wild macaws including Scarlets, Great Greens and other hybrids. Taking macaws from the wild is prohibited in Costa Rica and this former trapper/hunter is now working with the Costa Rican government to protect these birds. His flock started with four birds that the government had confiscated and turned over to him for protection. Soon afterward, more injured macaws began to show up. Some of the birds started breeding which unfortunately, has resulted in a hybridized flock, but one with a variety of brightly colored macaws.
One special bird, a Great Green Macaw, caught my attention. While all the other macaws were able to fly and enjoyed the freedom to come and go (none were caged) this one bird was mostly featherless. I asked why and the farmer explained that this bird was brought to him as a chick, after it fell out of its nest cavity when the tree where it lived was felled. The bird suffered a broken leg and wing that didn't heal properly and so he was rendered flightless. The farmer said the stress of its inability to fly caused it to pull out its feathers. I couldn't help but think how similar this bird is to our own (captive) companion birds with feather plucking behaviors. Although this bird did not live in a cage, it was still captive nonetheless, within its own disabled body. This certainly indicates the strength of the natural instinct to fly.
Photos by Joette Borzik
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| Ask the Veterinarian | |
Please join Dr. Frank Rutowski, DVM, at Parrot University on Sunday, November 22, at 2 pm. Dr. Rutowski, of the Animal Care Hospital of Matthews, will be answering your questions on topics ranging from health and behavior to medical advances and conservation.
Don't miss this special November education event. It's a wonderful opportunity to learn about advances in avian management and how you can improve life for your own flock.
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Meet Chewy: Featured Bird
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Chewy, White-face Cockatiel
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Species: Cockatiel
Age: 13 years
Chewy is a beautiful White-face Cockatiel who recently joined CPR due his owner's failing health. He can say phrases like "pretty bird", "you're pretty" and "give me a kiss", plus he whistles, imitates kissing sounds and will step up. Chewy lacks balance because he lacks tail and primary feathers and his toes are deformed from compensating, but he gets around easily in his special setup. Chewy lived in the same home all of his life and is looking for a new home where he will be loved again. He'll make a fabulous companion to an understanding adopter. Watch Chewy's video.
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Meet Captain Jack: Featured Bird
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Species: Conure
Age: 25 years
Captain Jack is a male Blue Crowned Conure who found himself homeless twice, after his first and then second owner passed away. Jack has some health issues, and after his third owner was required to travel for work and other family members were unable to administer Jack's medicine, he was returned to CPR. Jack has done a great job accepting his new medicine and both his health and quality of life have improved. His new family will need to administer daily medication, some supplemental heat and lots of love. Captain Jack is a talkative guy who loves to chatter with the other birds and wants to observe the activity going on around him. Watch Captain Jack's video.
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| Meet Emma Jane: Featured Bird | |
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Emma Jane, Blue Front Amazon
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Age: Unknown
Despite the name, Emma Jane is a male. This gorgeous, Blue Fronted Amazon was originally found outdoors so his age is unknown. Emma Jane had been adopted, but is now looking for his next home with an experienced and committed owner who will love him and work with him. He may do best as the only bird in the household. Emma Jane loves showers, his daily mash and especially walnuts. He says a few words, seems to prefer women and accepts head rubs once he gets to know you. Come meet this handsome guy and watch Emma Jane's video.
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| Holiday Open House | |
Holiday Open House at Parrot University
Join us on Saturday, December 5th from 10 am to 4 pm for a festive event to celebrate the holiday season. Enjoy refreshments, a special Parrot U sale, and time spent with our feathered friends -- the birds of Companion Parrots Re-homed. The weekend wouldn't be complete without an educational opportunity, so don't miss 'Avian Health & Medicine' class on Sunday, December 6, at 2 pm. This is our chance to thank you for your support throughout 2015. Hope to see you there!
Holiday Parrot Tree
You can be a caring Santa to your favorite homeless parrot and CPR. Just visit the Holiday Parrot Tree at Parrot University, from November 21 - December 31 and choose a parrot ornament. The ornament you select could include a gift for your favorite CPR parrot or supplies needed by CPR. Your gift might be the only holiday gift received by a CPR bird waiting to be adopted. If you believe that every bird deserves a happy holiday, this is a wonderful opportunity to help!
Purchase Handmade Parrot Toys
This holiday season, please support CPR by purchasing safe, stimulating handmade toys, made with love by CPR volunteers and sold by Parrot U to benefit the birds. Our unique handmade parrot toys are bird-safe, stimulate learning or foraging and will make wonderful gifts for your parrot. Don't have a parrot? Then buy one for your favorite CPR parrot. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the CPR adoption program.
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| Sponsor a Homeless Parrot for the Holidays | |
This holiday season, if you're part of a family, group or office gift exchange, please consider sponsoring a special parrot. Everyone can chip in a small amount and your gift will have special meaning because you'll be helping a bird in need.
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| | Poe & Gipper, Available for Adoption |
Sponsoring a parrot is a rewarding way to connect with a special bird that you choose. A sponsorship of a homeless parrot will also make a unique and special gift for someone who cares about animals, birds or pet adoption.
Your sponsorship donation will directly impact the bird you sponsor and help defray costs of ongoing care. More info >
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| Help the Birds | |
Please consider a year-end, tax deductible donation to help the birds of CPR. Your gift in any amount will help save more homeless parrots. More info >
If you're a business owner, please consider sharing your success with a homeless parrot. Your gift will help a special bird and your donation is 100% tax deductible.
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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| Schedule of Free Classes | |
Here are the final classes for 2015. Whether you're interested in adopting, volunteering or enhancing your relationship with your parrot, please take advantage of these FREE classes. Just RSVP to info@companionparrots.org or call 704-889-2325. Click for class descriptions.
Parrot 101 (required for adoption)
Sun, Nov 15 at 2 pm | Sat, Dec 12 at 2 pm
Avian Health & Medicine (required for adoption)
Sun, Dec 6 at 2 pm
Positive Reinforcement Training
Sat, Nov 14 at 2 pm | Sun, Dec 20 at 2pm
Special Event!
Ask the Veterinarian, with Dr. Frank Rutowski, DVM
Sunday, November 22, 2 pm
Fun with Food
Sun, Dec 13 at 2 pm
Sex & the Single Bird
Sat, Dec 12 at 11 am
Toy-making
Sat, Nov 21 at 11 am
All classes held at the CPR Education Center at Parrot University.
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| Happy Endings: Rio & Tango & The Russell Family | |
This happy ending was made possible because of Lucas, Adele and Paul's son, who had wanted a pet bird for some time. The family was referred to CPR by another adopter and by an employee at a pet store. Amber McCune, Parrot University Manager, introduced them to several sweet birds with temperaments well suited for families like theirs. Rio, a Green Cheek Conure, quickly became their favorite. As the family was forming a relationship with Rio, Tango, another Green Cheek Conure, arrived at CPR. Tango immediately stepped up for Lucas and it soon became obvious that it was meant to be for the family to adopt both Rio and Tango.
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The family reports that the two birds have very different personalities. Tango likes to play a call and response game and enjoys sounds and whistles, while Rio likes to explore and ride on shoulders. The birds have already become the focal point of all of their lives. "They are so cute" says Adele, and "a joy to the family. They are like having a second and third child, always giving unconditional love". The whole family interacts with the birds. Paul even makes it a point to visit with each of them when he comes home at the end of the day. Lucas, in particular, enjoys spending time with them, and makes sure they get plenty of attention, including regular opportunities to enjoy baths!
Rio & Tango bring so much life and joyful energy into this family's home. Adele summed up their experience with Rio and Tango as "just perfect!"
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