Totally Flocked Avian Rescue

08/22/2024

Anybody wanna donate a bag or three for the rescues here????!!! They love these!!!!❤️❤️❤️

08/22/2024

Sharing for awareness. This is real and anything can be a trigger besides aggression such as fear, or falling.

08/22/2024

Works every time👌

08/21/2024

Dear Friends and Supporters,

We are reaching out with a heartfelt plea for help in our mission to rescue and rehabilitate parrots in need. As you may know, our rescue is a haven for these intelligent and beautiful birds, many of whom have faced neglect, abandonment, or abuse. We provide them with the care, love, and medical attention they deserve, but our work is far from over.

Right now, we are in urgent need of donations to fund our rescue efforts and to build outdoor aviaries where our rescued parrots can thrive. These aviaries are more than just enclosures; they are sanctuaries where our parrots can stretch their wings, socialize with other birds, and experience the natural world in a safe environment.

Your generous support will help us provide:

Rescue and Rehabilitation: Many of the parrots we take in require extensive care, from medical treatment to behavioral rehabilitation. Your donations ensure we can give them a second chance at a happy, healthy life.

Outdoor Aviaries: Our goal is to create spacious, secure aviaries where our parrots can enjoy the outdoors while being protected from the elements and predators. These aviaries are essential for their mental and physical well-being.

Ongoing Care: Parrots are long-lived animals, and many of our rescues will remain with us for years. Your contributions will help us provide them with ongoing care, including food, enrichment, and veterinary services.

Every dollar counts, and no donation is too small. Your support makes a tangible difference in the lives of these incredible creatures. Please consider making a donation today to help us continue our vital work.

Thank you for being a part of our rescue family and for giving these parrots a chance to fly free again.

With gratitude,

Ways to give:
🔆ZEFFY - NO DONATION FEES - https://bit.ly/4fSy4ZY
🔆PAYPAL - https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=P6V64RYENWLUN
🔆VENMO - www.venmo.com/totallyflocked
🔆AMAZON WISH LIST - https://a.co/2munEeF
🔆Our MERCH available here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/totally-flocked-avian-rescue/
🔆 TOTALLY FLOCKED RESCUE BUNDLE: https://christineschopshop.com/shop/ols/products/totally-flocked-gift-bundle
🔆BIRDIE BOX BIRD TOYS: https://birdieboxbirdtoys.com/ - rescue/sanctuary direct ship

We urgently need donations to fund our parrot rescue efforts and build outdoor aviaries, providing a safe and natural environment for these incredible birds. This will also allow a separate quarantine space for new intakes, as well as more opportunities to help birds in need. Your support helps us r...

08/20/2024

Sharing is caring❤️❤️❤️

My highest shared post has 234 shares! Let's break that record with this one. Share/repost... it might save a parrot in needs life that just needs to find us...

Emergencies/Intakes 331-701-9559

08/20/2024

** EDITED to update - we’re only 68 away from 1,000 followers. Help us get there!

HEY FLOCKERS!!!!
We’re 97 followers from hitting 1,000! We are monetized, very minimally, but reaching 1,000 followers helps us earn more!

Please like, follow and share - it’s free and it helps us help the rescues!!

08/19/2024

YALL!!!! check this out!!!!
Papi went home last night, first photo, and I just got this update series of pics from today .

But——- >>> check out the video (in the comments) !!!!!

His previous owners said he would never allow touches or petting and in less than 24 hours he’s allowing his new owner those coveted scritches and even to preen his pin feathers!!!

Over. The. FREAKING Moon. For both of them!!! Wessam Shaer
This is what it’s all for!❤️

08/18/2024

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

08/18/2024

Sharing for our local rescue - please share so we can find this mare. She was adopted then given away at least twice. Her safety is in question! If anyone knows where she may be please reach out to Tiny Acres NWFL, Inc.!!

River Shae
NetPosse ID # 8436

Last Known Location:
Deseret Ranch, St. Cloud, Florida

River Shae was adopted out as a personal horse for a spouse and resided at a rental property on the Deseret Ranch.

Please share to any and all equestrian themed pages. Thank you all.

Stolen Horse International-NetPosse Missing and Stolen Equine

https://netposse.com/tag.asp?id=8436

08/18/2024

ADOPTION ALERT!!!!
After their first meeting it was obvious Papi chose his human (he even bit another potential adopter) and today he starts his new life! He will be living uncaged and spoiled!

These chosen matches are always my favorite and what we hope for each rescue to have!

His new owner is thrilled- as you can see!😀
Congratulations Papi on your forever home buddy! You deserve it❤️Wessam Shaer

08/17/2024

Someone is going to their forever home today!!!!❤️

08/16/2024

Four. Get four.

08/16/2024

An adopter (from Birds and Beaks Rescue and Rehab) shared their story of why we should give those rescues a chance!!❤️

Never discount the love of an older bird…

Don’t for a second believe that because a bird is at a rescue, that he or she cannot learn to trust and love you. Don’t buy into to the whole “a baby bird will imprint on you” b.s. because that’s all that is - complete b.s!

These amazing animals have been through some stuff. Some more than others, but I don’t believe that any animal enters a rescue without a little bit (or a lot) of baggage. But these birds - these magnificent creatures, that are so unbelievably intuitive and sensitive, will steal your heart in the matter of seconds.

Peeka belonged to a 90+ year old woman and lived with a family member for unknown amount of time after her passing. When she came into Birds and Beaks, it was clear she had never really been caged and probably lived on a diet of whatever 90 year old women eat. She was scared and traumatized to say the least.

In December of 2020, we decided to expand our family and adopt an older bird. I went into the adoption knowing very little about Peeka. We had said we wanted an African Grey and the rescue had an influx of them at the time. Shannon thought we’d be a good match and so my husband and I made the trek from Metro Detroit to Battle Creek to meet her. We had purchased a cage, a Java Wood stand, food, treats, toys, all with the expectation that we’d be bringing a new birdie home, but really not knowing how the meet and greet was going to go and understanding we might be leaving empty handed if things did not go well.

When I saw Peeka for the first time, she flung herself against the back of the cage to get away from me. She was terrified. I wanted so desperately to sit with her and talk to her and let her get to know me before we made the final decision. But Peeka was having none of that. I went with my gut and a lot of hope, and said we’d take her. Shannon had to towel her in order to get her in the carrier to bring her home.

To say it was love at first sight would be a lie. She was terrified of me and I was scared of that giant can opener on her face. She felt most comfortable on my shoulder and while I would never do that again (you live and learn) I allowed it.

Trust grew organically. It took time, patience, and a ton of walnuts and almonds, to get to the first head scratch. It took even longer for her to want to be with me and seek me out.

Now, at nearly four years later, I don’t know where I’d be without her. To say that this amazing creature changed my life is an understatement. She is my soul bird. And that may sound crazy to some, but for those who know - you get it. The plan is and always will be for her to grow old with me.

Even after so many years, she still manages to surprise me with what she can learn and accomplish. And although it’s adorable when she calls my dog Bo, or barks like him, or gobbles like a turkey (which my husband taught her), what impresses me more than anything is her amazing ability to trust more and more. While she primarily sticks to me, she has learned that daddy’s not so bad and will sit with him for a good chat. She has learned that when mommy holds her on her back, she is in fact, not trying to kill her. And that new toys are something to be excited about and not afraid of.

Peeka is just one of thousands of birds who end up in rescue every year. She was one of the lucky ones - who made into an amazing rescue like Birds and Beaks and found a home that was willing to give her a chance.

Right now Birds and Beaks Rescue and Rehab has over 200 birds that are waiting for their second (or third or fourth) chance. These amazing animals deserve their happily ever after. And all it takes is for someone to step up and say “I want to adopt” instead of buying a bird from a breeder or pet shop. I’m not going to lie, it may come with some challenges. But in real life, all good things are worth the effort they require.

Don’t discount the rescue birds. Don’t pass up an opportunity to experience true love and trust with another one of God’s creatures just because they’re a little older, or plucks their feathers, or has a crooked beak, etc.

Give them a chance. That’s all they need.

Reposted from birds and beaks by Kerry Lee

08/15/2024

As a reminder… if you would rather help by sending our birds food, Christine has created a rescue package just for us! Deeply discounted and shipped right to our rescue. ❤️

This bundle is purchased as a gift and sent directly to Totally Flocked Avian Rescue in northwest Florida with a card identifying the donor. This one consists of a large bag of Daily Maintenance for small birds, a large Calming Cracker and a Sweet Treat/Veggie Combo and flat rate shipping. It has a....

08/12/2024

it’s the Hootie. (Believe it or not this little lesser sulphur cockatoo IS louder than our Moluccan!)

08/12/2024

Thank you Jaclyn for your sweet gift!! The birds are going to be so excited!

Also thank you to those that have donated recently. Every single dollar and gift helps! Grateful for your compassion for these birds in need!❤️❤️❤️

08/11/2024

Let's talk about toys.
We all know how important it is for our birds to have toys but boy it can be expensive. So here's the question what do you do with your birds toys when they have destroyed some of the toy but not the rest? Do you take them apart and make a new one? Where do you get your toy parts from? How many of you make your own Bird toys? It would be amazing if you could share some pictures of toys you make yourself.

Here's a list to assist people in finding bird toy parts.
PLEASE leave a comment if you know of any other website that would be helpful for people, or additional information.

Www.birdieboxbirdtoys.com

Www.cheekybeaks.com

https://bonkabirdtoys.com

https://www.mysafebirdstore.com Ships World Wide

https://birdtricksstore.com
International Shipping

https://www.noahsarkandnovelty.com/ - US based; Ships World Wide
https://www.cabirdnerds.com

https://theleatherelves.ecwid.com

https://www.theparrotshop.ca
Ships World Wide

https://birdtoybuilder.com
Ships World Wide

https://twinleatherbird.com

https://www.boltdepot.com

https://nuts.com

https://www.featheredaddictions.com
Canada based; Ships World Wide

https://www.treasuresnest.ca

https://www.animalenrichmentaustralia.com

https://www.de-vogelkelder

https://chipperparrots.com.au
Ships World Wide

https://gaaien-frutsels

https://www.knotandrope.com

https://www.hookbills.eu

https://www.northernparrots.com

https://www.littlebluebirdtoys.com

http://www.coconutking.com

https://www.birdyboredombusters.com

https://www.twinleatherdesigns.com

http://www.manzabirdproducts.com

https://www.batzusa.com

http://www.expandablehabitats.com

08/09/2024

Pretty wings!!!!!!❤️💙💛

08/08/2024

Just 40 + seconds of Nikko love❤️❤️

Check out Totally Flocked’s video.

08/06/2024

We’re so excited to share our direct link to donate a care package directly to our rescue from Christine's Chop Shop!

💝https://christineschopshop.com/shop/ols/products/totally-flocked-gift-bundle

This is a $100 bundle, deeply discounted and shipped directly here to the rescue. She was so kind and generous to offer these bundles to help out various rescues.

Our birds here certainly appreciate the goodies as well!!

Thanks again Christine!!!

This bundle is purchased as a gift and sent directly to Totally Flocked Avian Rescue in northwest Florida with a card identifying the donor. This one consists of a large bag of Daily Maintenance for small birds, a large Calming Cracker and a Sweet Treat/Veggie Combo and flat rate shipping. It has a....

08/06/2024

Listen - if you know me you know I am not the one!

If you don’t, then here’s your heads up.

I make the rules here and I’m pretty up front about them. I’m willing to adopt outside of our normal radius (Alabama, Florida and Georgia) for the right home. Im here to help make your adoption a forever one in any way that I can. I help after adoption with any issues that may arise or advice you may need.

However - You getting sh*tty and calling me a “Karen” bc I won’t ship birds to you and I won’t let you fly from the other side of the world to adopt one is NOT going to fly here skippy!

My bucket of f?ck$ is all empty my dude. I don’t care how many you’ve rescued, thems the rules and that’s too far. If there’s nobody closer to adopt to you there might be a reason.

I actually give a crap about where they go, who they end up with and what happens to them a week, month and ten years later. Kinda hard to do that from across the globe.

I may look nice and sweet, and I am absolutely am, but my switch flips pretty damn quick and I’m a fiercely protective person to those I love and care about. Animals included.

We don’t tolerate bullies here.

Anywho…. Carry on Flockers.

08/05/2024

Happy Monday Flockers!

A little about us:

Most rescues are run by volunteers, but due to our location outside of town, we don’t get many volunteers and none regularly. So I do everything for the birds here. My husband helps with the heavier stuff. I pay a helper too - that comes out of our pocket.

Just as every other rescue - I have a job - as a realtor so it’s basically 7 days a week. I do this rescue thing in my spare time….THAT’s ABSOLUTELY LAUGHABLE 🤪

I’ve been rescuing animals since I could walk.
We have animals of our own, and hobbies.
We do not get paid to take in birds or drive endless hours.
We do not receive any money for our time and effort.
We randomly receive donations but those have never covered the cost for an entire month of food.
We have more limited space than some larger rescues - because I am only one person.
I spend a lot of time showing these birds kindness and love and respecting their boundaries while still building their trust back for humans.

Our hearts are full of passion for birds in need, and we use our precious spare space and time to help when we can.

We do have a building designated for the rescues. We do not have unlimited space or resources.

We do our very best to help people and birds in need.

We skip family dinners, fill the extra space in our homes with cages, clean constantly, lose sleep, and miss time with our own animals to help others. There’s def some guilt there but to be able to save a bird in serious need is something I can’t pass up.

We are but ONE rescue but the narrative is very similar across the board.

With adoptions and donations at an all time low for every rescue, all animal rescues could use some attention, love and compassion.

We are rescuers. ❤️

**edited to add by request - our donation links:

💙https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=P6V64RYENWLUN

❤️Venmo - www.venmo.com/totallyflocked

💛Birdie Box Bird Toys - https://giftz.cc/c3yJA?utm_source=Email
** You can order toys to be sent to the rescue, and for your own, and we can earn extra points with every purchase. **

💜Amazon Wish List - https://a.co/2munEeF

🩵And stay tuned for a rescue bundle available for purchase through Christine's Chop Shop

08/04/2024

If you’re looking to adopt a bird - let me tell you what we won’t do:

We will not ship a bird.
We will not deliver a bird.
No you cannot fly in from another country to take one of our birds home.
No you can’t adopt if you’re under 18 yrs old. Sorry

We have protocols for a reason. We have geographic/mileage boundaries for a reason.

What we will do though - is try and set uou up for success. We want your adoption to be an amazing love affair if at all possible and meeting you and seeing the interaction with the birds is how we can try and ensure success!

I spend a lot of time acclimating the birds, recovering and rehabilitating these birds, giving them attention and love that many have never experienced. My job, my most important job, is being a matchmaker and finding the right person and home for each bird. Period. So if you’re not approved for whatever reason, it’s not personal. It’s ultimately for the birds best interest.

We have several macaws available for adoption right now. Fill out an application and schedule a time to see them!

https://form.jotform.com/241056347926056

**We will also never ask for money over the internet - no matter who you buy or adopt from - don’t get scammed.

We are TOTALLY FLOCKED -

We are a REGISTERED 501(c)3 Non-Profit Rescue & Rehab located in the NW Florida/Pensacola area.

We take in unwanted parrots or parrots in need. Whether you bit off more than you can chew, you underestimated the noise, mess or time & cost involved, your life or circumstances have changed, or you inherited a bird from a death in the family and know the parrot life is not for you.

We can arrange pick-up.

We also offer education, help with training, diet, environment, etc., because keeping your bird in a loving home is always our goal.

We NEVER charge a fee to surrender, and we will NEVER ask you to send money to adopt. We will NOT ship birds either, so don't ask.

To discuss surrender, please call 850-543-2069
Surrender form: https://www.jotform.com/sign/241719136819059/invite/01j0wccxkx274cd575007b9d76

To adopt, please complete the form and text or dm for interview:
https://form.jotform.com/241056347926056

We have several large birds (macaws) for adoption at the moment.