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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!
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New to CPR
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Budgies
Canary Winged Parakeet
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Joining Us Soon
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Red-Lored Amazon
Timneh African Grey
Green Cheek Conure
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Ideas for the New Year
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By Leslie Wieser, President
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| | Azul, available for adoption |
It's a brand new year and a good time to introduce something new to your bird. When making your personal new year's wellness resolutions, why not resolve to provide a healthier diet or start an exercise routine for your feathered friend as well?
Here are three simple steps:
- Set a goal and write it down.
- Start doing it now. Not Monday, not tomorrow -- start today!
- Stick with it. If you fail today, start again tomorrow. Don't give up.
Do you need some ideas for improving your bird's health? Try these:
- Provide 8-12 hours of uninterrupted sleep for your bird each night.
- Supplement your bird's diet with fresh vegetables and fruits.
- Provide 2-3 showers for your bird each week.
- Provide exercise opportunities for your bird. Teach him to flap his wings or to climb stairs.
- Clean your bird's cage daily.
May the year ahead bring you good luck, fortune and success. Happy New Year to you and your birds from the flock at Companion Parrots Re-homed.
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Meet Patchy: Featured Bird
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Species: Cockatiel
Age: 11 years
Patchy is a male, Pied Cockatiel who is hoping for a new home. This cute guy likes to dance and whistle, plus he's been training to step up. Patchy is hoping to find a new home that will care for him, work with him and just enjoy his company. He would be so appreciative to be able to hang out with his new family. Watch Patchy's video and come meet him. Please help us find a home for Patchy and the other Cockatiels.
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Meet Stormy: Featured Bird
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Species: Yellow Fronted Amazon
Age: 25 years
This handsome Yellow Fronted Amazon is anxiously hoping that 2016 will be the year he finally finds a new home. Stormy is one of our longer-term residents. He's been a loyal protector and companion to Moe, an Orange Winged Amazon, and they want to be adopted together. Stormy has made some great progress while at CPR and will do best with an experienced and consistent owner who can continue that progress. Stormy speaks some words, likes to dance and just loves showers. Please watch Stormy's video and help us find his next home.
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Species: Congo African Grey
Age: 14 years
Nikita is a male, Congo African Grey who's about 14 years old. He found himself homeless twice, due to owner circumstances. When he came to CPR, Nikita was shy and insecure but he's working to overcome this timidity. Nikita is an entertaining bird who speaks, whistles, plays and watches TV. He's also comfortable in a home with other animals. Nikita is hoping for a patient and consistent owner who will take him home and help him continue to blossom in 2016. Watch video and come meet Nikita.
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Winter Safety Tips for Your Parrot
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Most pet birds' comfort range is between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Thinner birds or birds with feather destructive behaviors need warmer temperatures. It's important that birds be allowed to acclimate to temperature changes gradually. Environmental temperatures should not change more than 10-15 degrees within a 24 hour period. Here are some precautions that should be considered while attempting to keep your bird warm and cozy.
Fireplace: an open fireplace poses a risk of burns for a bird that is out of its cage, plus the smoke from burning wood is a potential health hazard due to a bird's sensitive respiratory system.
Space heater: some are treated with non-stick coatings which give off toxic fumes. Some run on gas or kerosene which produce gases that can be fatal to birds.
If you are looking for a bird-safe winter heat source you might consider a heat panel like the ones used and sold at Parrot University. These attach directly to the cage for concentrated, supplemental heat.
Another winter concern is unusually dry inside air. Increasing the humidity in your bird's environment can be very beneficial. The effects of low humidity can cause dry skin, brittle feathers, preening problems and respiratory issues.
For extra safety, install a carbon monoxide and smoke detector in your home and be aware of the signs that a pet bird is overheating, such as panting and wings extended away from the body.
It's always important to stay on the side of caution when trying to keep your bird warm and safe.
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| January & February Classes | |
The new year is a great time to increase or refresh your knowledge about parrot care. If you're interested in adopting, volunteering or enhancing your relationship with your parrot, please take advantage of our FREE classes. Just RSVP to info@companionparrots.org or call 704-889-2325. Click for class descriptions.
Parrot 101 (required for adoption)
Sun, Jan 17 at 2 pm | Sat, Feb 13 at 2 pm
Avian Health & Medicine (required for adoption)
Sat, Jan 9 at 2 pm | Sun, Feb 7 at 2 pm
Positive Reinforcement Training
Sat Jan 30 at 11 am | Sun, Feb 28 at 2 pm
Special Program for non-bird owners
So, You Want a Talking Bird?
Sun, Jan 31 at 2 pm | Sat, Feb 20 at 11 am
Fun with Food
Sat, Jan 23 at 2 pm | Sun, Feb 21 at 2 pm
Sex & the Single Bird
Sat, Feb 6 at 2 pm
Toy-making
Sat, Jan 23 at 11 am
Classes are held at the CPR Education Center at Parrot University. Donations are greatly appreciated.
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Qualifications:
- Bird crazy
- Enjoys talking
- Loves animals
- Available one or two 3-hour shifts per month
Does this sound like you? Then we invite you to join our Visitor Services team of volunteers. CPR is recruiting and would love to talk to you. Come find out more at one of our Volunteer Orientation sessions:
Saturday, January 16 at 1 pm
Saturday, February 20 at 1 pm
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The Birds of Companion Parrots Re-homed
Board of Directors
Volunteers
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