Parrot SOS

28/08/2024

Hi guys! Real post today. I don't always feel the best, or have a perfectly clean house, or even make 100% of the best training choices. But I do love my birds. Let's spread some love today.

What can you do? Here are a list of options that you can do, right now! Some are free, some have a cost.

- share a picture of your birds on this post!
- share this post to your favourite bird group on Facebook
- like our page on Facebook
- subscribe to our YouTube channel
- send a DM to a bird person telling them you appreciate them
- give your bird extra scritches (if they like that)
- swap out one toy in their cage for something new
- sponsor a bird at Greta’s Roost Parrot Rescue Society with a monthly donation.
- sponsor a bird at Meika's Safehouse with a monthly donation
- sponsor a bird at Greyhaven Exotic Bird Sanctuary with a monthly donation
- buy something from the rescues Amazon Wish List (links in comments)
- support a local bird business by buying a new toy from Treats for Tweets
-support a local bird business by buying from Parrot Trends Ltd.
- support a local bird business by buying from Meika's Bird House

Thank you for helping me spread some birdy love today!
- Robin

27/08/2024

New Video is LIVE!
https://youtu.be/MlfVFpflkTY

Please take a look and follow the channel, we are working to get to 1000 subscribers on YouTube!

Why does your parrot hate you? It could be your Trust Bank Account!Think of your relationship with your parrot as a bank account. Every positive moment is a ...

17/08/2024

New video alert!
Transform your understanding of parrot behaviour and training: these are the top 5 books that should be on your bookshelf right now!

https://youtu.be/mzke-0dD71Q?si=GDU88rFMytJSS5lR

17/08/2024

New video alert!
Transform your understanding of parrot behaviour and training: these are the top 5 books that should be on your bookshelf right now!

Are you struggling to understand your parrots behaviour? These 5 books will transform your understanding and help you bond with your parrot!Each of these boo...

08/08/2024

We love Tila!

Adoption Spotlight 🐥

TILA

Tila is a gorgeous double yellow headed amazon.
He tends to decide whether or not he likes you right away. Tila would be suited to a home with prior parrot experience or a home willing to consult with Parrot SOS regarding training and reinforcement based learning.

Apply for adoption today!

www.gretasroost.ca

04/08/2024

We are growing our presence on YouTube. Please subscribe so we can continue to show you great stuff!

This Episode of SkeeterTime is the first in the series!What's he doing today?Keep watching for the THROW BREAK! #...

29/07/2024

Save the date! Sept 21 we will be at ParrotPalooza in Calgary, Alberta! Mark your calendars now, you don't want to miss this!

SAVE THE DATE 😃

26/07/2024

Check out our new YouTube video!
We are working on providing weekly videos to YouTube. Be sure to subscribe so you get these cool new offerings!

https://youtu.be/WWA4kPA8qOk?si=DB9Y_ecAGPH_SW5Y

26/07/2024

Check out our new YouTube video!
We are working on providing weekly videos to YouTube. Be sure to subscribe so you get these cool new offerings!

We at Parrot SOS provide accurate and compassionate information on parrot behavior. We provide solutions if bird is biting, screaming, feather picking, and m...

19/07/2024

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to get your Plush!

Use code "MAX20" to save 20% on your plush.

16/07/2024

Helping Max the Moluccan sell 200 of his stuffies means helping Max donate needed funds to Greta’s Roost Parrot Rescue Society !

30/06/2024

30/06/2024

Filling Foragers in ✨less than a minute✨

It doesn't take long to provide enrichment for your bird! Some paper cups, coffee filters and tissue paper are used to wrap a cookie, Power Treats, a few nuts and a few wood chews.

Thank you for ignoring the mess!

21/06/2024

Here's the answer to "who's coming to the stuffie shelf" ... It's MAX!

We have pre-ordered his plushie from his website. So excited 😆

13/06/2024

Robin will be at this fundraiser BBQ tomorrow at noon! Come and say hi, and support a great cause!

📅 Save the Date! 🌭🦜 Join us at the upcoming barbecue for mouthwatering hotdogs, refreshing pops, and crispy chips. Get cotton candy for dessert! Plus, explore the goodies on display from and the Calgary Parrot Club – perfect for both you and your feathered friends! 🐦🛒
😊🔥🍔🌟

13/06/2024

Who is coming to the stuffie shelf?
Any guesses?

13/06/2024

Having an accurate weight on your bird is a great way to keep track of their health! Using positive reinforcement, we can have our birds step on the scale voluntarily.
Check us out for more great tips!

03/06/2024

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Tamara Chmilar

02/06/2024

We had a fantastic time speaking for the Friends of Greta's Roost Greta’s Roost Parrot Rescue Society

Our talk on Body Language is so much fun! Learning to see all the different ways your parrot communicates is essential to great communication. We fine-tuned our observation skills and gave more skills to some very skilled bird people.

If you couldn't make it, there is a recording on our site under 'reading bird body language '!

01/06/2024

Robin will be in Lethbridge today speaking about body language!

31/05/2024

Happy World Parrot Day!

From the Mexican tropical forests to the snowy peaks of New Zealand's alpine mountains, parrots captivate us with their stunning beauty and incredible diversity. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and each with their own unique personalities. We love parrots for their vibrant presence and the joy they bring into our lives.

However, our beloved parrots face significant threats. One in three parrot species is at risk of extinction in the wild, and many suffer from improper care in homes. This is why the World Parrot Trust established in 2004 – to shine a spotlight on their plight and rally global support for their protection.

Today marks a special milestone as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of World Parrot Day. We invite you to stand with us, not just today, but every day, in our mission to protect these incredible birds, ensuring they thrive in the wild and in our homes.

Make a double impact this World Parrot Day! Thanks to a generous sponsor, every dollar you donate today will be matched up to $5,000 until end of day on May 31, doubling the difference we can make together.

Your support fuels our mission to:
🌱 Fight the wildlife trade
🏞️ Restore their natural habitats
🆘 Rescue and recover endangered species
📚 Educate the public and lead conservation efforts
❤️ Improve their health and well-being

By donating today, you're not just giving – you're becoming a vital part of a global effort to ensure these magnificent birds flourish for generations to come.

Join us in making a lasting impact.
🔗 https://www.mightycause.com/story/Worldparrotday

Thank you for your unwavering support and love for parrots. Together, we can make a world of difference. 🦜❤️

30/05/2024

100 percent! Well said!

😲🤷‍♀️ Is Dominance the Real Reason Parrots choose to perch on our shoulders? 🤷‍♀️😲

👇The Surprising Answer Revealed!👇

🌴In the wild, birds take comfort in perching high up in the trees. This behaviour offers them several advantages. Elevated perches provide a broad vantage point for spotting potential predators and prey, enhancing their safety. Additionally, being high up in the trees helps birds avoid ground-based dangers, offering a sense of security.

So it's no surprise that our captive parrots also seek safety in high places. Our shoulders and heads often become their preferred perches, as sometimes they can be the only elevated spots available in their environment. This behaviour mirrors their natural instincts to stay safe and secure by being up high, It has nothing to do with dominance! Instead, it reflects their innate need for security and comfort.🦜

❌Shoulder perching can become problematic if we're unable to get our birds to cooperatively hop off these areas, usually indicating an issue within their environment. This behaviour can be risky because interpreting their body language becomes challenging, especially if we are trying to force them off potentially leading to a bite if they become agitated.

In such cases, shoulder perching should be avoided. Instead, concentrating on training cooperative hop-off's using positive reinforcement can be helpful.✅

🪵Additionally, arranging the environment to allow your bird to perch up high, as they would naturally in the wild, can provide them with a sense of security and comfort.

When your bird feels secure and happy, trust and bonding will naturally follow.❤

30/05/2024

Oh my heart ❤️

29/05/2024

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Marian Hood, Jocelyn Triggle

24/05/2024

I've been super sick lately, so how do I keep my birds happy and entertained?
I use a baffle toy! in 30 seconds I can wrap up some power treats, wood blocks, and an almond in the shell, I with some coffee filters, and TADA! Toy!

Enrichment is fun and easy!

Harrison's Bird Foods

21/05/2024

Aviary time! Beautiful day.

10/05/2024

Conference Recap 4!

The learning wasn't all about dogs, or cats, or even birds. We are also learners ourselves! The topic of DEI - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion - is very important. Some of the things we learn may be different than what we had previously thought, and that's ok. Learning can be uncomfortable, and that's ok. Learning to listen and "see the grey" is imporant.

This speaker was eloquent, compassionate, and inclusive. They brought forward scientific studies to help us all become better at integrating DEI and understanding the complexity of this advanced topic. It was fabulous!

International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants