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01/01/2025

12/31/2024

Keep Your Parrot Calm During Fireworks 🎆🦜

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Fireworks are a dazzling spectacle for many, but for parrots and other pet birds, they can be a source of anxiety and stress. Sudden loud noises and bright flashes can startle even the most easygoing parrots, causing panic, feather plucking, or even injury. Whether it’s New Year’s Eve, the Fourt...

12/10/2024

A recent question from a customer at Port Orchard Parrots Plus inspired us to tackle a common challenge faced by many bird owners. The customer was exasperated by her pet cockatiel’s constant “screaming” (her word, not ours) and unsure how to address the behavior. If you’re dealing with similar vocalizations from your feathered friend, you’re not alone. Let’s explore why this happens, how to address it, and whether adding another parrot might be the right solution.

A recent question from a customer at Port Orchard Parrots Plus inspired us to tackle a common challenge faced by many bird owners. The customer was exasperated by her pet cockatiel’s constant “screaming” (her word, not ours) and unsure how to address the behavior. If you’re dealing with simi...

12/06/2024

Parrots are fascinating creatures, and one of their most defining features is their beak. This remarkable structure is much more than a tool for eating—it’s essential for climbing, exploring, grooming, and even communication. Understanding how a parrot’s beak functions and ensuring it remains healthy is vital for any parrot caretaker.

Parrots are fascinating creatures, and one of their most defining features is their beak. This remarkable structure is much more than a tool for eating—it’s essential for climbing, exploring, grooming, and even communication. Understanding how a parrot’s beak functions and ensuring it remains ...

11/28/2024

Thanksgiving Weekend Sale!

The holiday season is officially here, and we’re kicking things off with an incredible Thanksgiving Weekend Sale that you won’t want to miss! From today through Monday, December 2nd, enjoy 25% off everything in our store (services excluded). That’s right—everything from toys and treats to pe...

11/27/2024

Observing your parrot’s feet for early signs of trouble can prevent minor issues from escalating into serious health concerns.

Parrot feet are essential to their daily lives, allowing them to perch, climb, and interact with their environment. However, captive parrots can face unique challenges that lead to foot issues if not properly managed. Recognizing and addressing these problems promptly is critical for maintaining you...

11/22/2024

Adopting a parrot from a rescue organization is a meaningful journey that benefits both the bird and their new caregiver. By following a thorough process—researching, connecting with rescues, receiving education, meeting potential matches, and preparing your home—you can ensure a smooth transition and a lifetime of companionship. Your effort not only changes the life of a parrot in need but also brings immense joy and fulfillment into your own.

Adopting a parrot is an incredibly rewarding journey that brings joy, companionship, and a sense of purpose. However, it’s a decision that requires careful thought and preparation. Parrots are highly intelligent, social creatures with specific needs, and the adoption process is designed to ensure ...

11/22/2024

Target training is an excellent way to enrich your parrot's life, strengthen your bond, and address challenging behaviors in a gentle, positive way. Whether you're new to training or looking to refine your skills, this method offers a rewarding path forward.

Parrots are intelligent and curious creatures, making them ideal candidates for training techniques that challenge their minds and encourage trust-building. One highly effective method is target training, a simple yet versatile approach that can lead to remarkable improvements in behavior, bond-buil...

11/19/2024

Make your holiday boarding reservations today!

11/19/2024

Explore the differences between how humans and parrots SEE the world around them:

Parrots, with their vibrant plumage and remarkable intelligence, possess a visual system that offers them a unique perspective of the world. Understanding how these birds perceive their surroundings not only deepens our appreciation for them but also sheds light on the evolutionary adaptations that....

11/15/2024

The controversy continues. What do you think?

Parrots are captivating, intelligent, and colorful creatures that have enchanted people for centuries. As exotic pets, they offer unique companionship but also come with challenges that potential owners must carefully consider. This discussion weighs the advantages and disadvantages of keeping parro...

10/31/2024

DID YOU KNOW that you can donate gently used bird toys to Port Orchard Parrot Rescue and Sanctuary? We clean them up and disinfect them to make sure they're safe for our birds to use, and we also sell some of them at a steep discount to help raise funds for our resident birds. These funds are used to help pay for daily needs (food, cleaning products, etc.) as well as veterinary care when needed.

Now you know. :-)

09/13/2024

Parrots, like all animals, can experience pain, but they are skilled at hiding their discomfort due to their instinct to avoid appearing vulnerable in the wild. As a parrot owner, it’s important to be able to recognize subtle signs of pain in your feathered friend to ensure they receive the care they need. Identifying when your parrot is in pain and knowing how to respond can make a significant difference in their health and well-being.

Parrots, like all animals, can experience pain, but they are skilled at hiding their discomfort due to their instinct to avoid appearing vulnerable in the wild. As a parrot owner, it’s important to be able to recognize subtle signs of pain in your feathered friend to ensure they receive the care t...

08/15/2024

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08/10/2024

We’re reaching out today with an urgent need for help. Port Orchard Parrot Rescue and Sanctuary has become a bustling haven for an unexpected influx of budgies, and we are looking for compassionate people to open their homes to these delightful little birds. Budgies are incredibly social, intellig...

08/01/2024

Apply online at https://adopt.poparrots.com

See all the birds available for adoption/fostering at: https://birds.poparrots.com

07/25/2024

We’ve made a few changes to the site to make it easier to reach the content you want quickly. Just type the “name” of the page you want before “.poparrots.com” and the site will take you there straight away!

We’ve made a few changes to the site to make it easier to reach the content you want quickly. Just type the “name” of the page you want before “.poparrots.com” and the site will take you there straight away! Here are some examples: Of course you can still reach our home page by simply typi...