How do you plan to train your bird? ___________________________________________________________
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Are you aware that hookbills have a normal urge to chew wood, buttons, jewelry, furniture, molding and
any other thing that may get in the way of their potentially destructive beaks? ______________
Many birds have the capability of talking, but not all will talk. Some birds will scream in LOUD pitches,
continously.. They may just need attention, food or love. They may also have behavioral habits that could
be hard or impossible, to break. How would you handle these situations? ___________________________
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Birds can require a lot of attention and maintenance. Medical attention and proper feeding a bird can be expensive. (please see, Can you afford an exotic bird) sheet) Have you considered this? _______________
If you move out of state, would you contact the rescue as a courtesy? ________________. Under what
circumstances would you not be able to keep the bird? Divorce/seperation ___ New baby ___ New job ___
Allergies ___ New relationship ___ Bird prefering one person over another ___
Why do you feel qualified to adopt a bird? _____________________________________________________
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Would you permit inspection of your home prior to an adoption____ Would you allow a post adoption visit to your home? ____ How would you quarantine your bird?________________________________________
Describe signs of illness in a bird ____________________________________________________________
Certain materials used as a cage liner could kill a bird. List some SAFE liners _______________________
Can you describe some of the dangers that a bird might be exposed to in any household? ______________
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Do you cook with Teflon? ___ Vitamin deficiencies can be hazardous to your birds health. It is important to provide your bird with a wide variety of foods. What foods would you feed to an exotic bird? ________________________________________________________________________________________
Can you list some foods that are toxic to birds? ________________________________________________
Where would the cage be located in your home? ___________________ How is the proper cage size determined for each bird? __________________________________________ What materials are SAFE for
perches? _________________________ Why is it neccessary to have different diameter perches? ___________________________________ List some toxic household cleaners and plants _________________________________________________________________________________________
The rescue reminds you that, in the event you cannot keep your bird, you MUST return it to us! If however, you have found an alternative care situation, we will be happy to interview and take an application.
We have made a commitment to the donor which MUST be honored AT ALL TIMES..
Adopter's Signature _____________________________________ Date _______________________
Co/Adopter's Signature ___________________________________ Date _______________________
Would you be interested in taking a three week (2 hrs. per week) bird basic workshop for a small fee? _____
Thank you for your interest in adopting one of our birds.
Please mail this this application to: Lazicki's Bird House & Rescue
40 Charles St Wakefield, RI 02879 Web address www.LaziBirds.com
You do not have to be able to answer all of these questions to be eligable for adoption. It shows us the areas needing education. If approved, you will have all of the information you need. An educated 'family' created a happy healthy bird. A happy healthy 'bird' brings joy to an educated family.
If you have any questions email GrammieCracker@aol.com or call (401) 284-4374
updated 10-24-10
