Meet Skipper

Meet Skipper, a young budgie only 1 1/2 years old. Her previous family took her to a vet, presumably one not used to seeing birds. She is a great cautionary tale of why it's important to take your bird to an avian vet.According to her former owners, this vet was worried that Skipper was too thin, so he gave the owners some medication that would help put weight on her. We cannot even imagine what this medication might have been. At any rate, while giving her the medication, some got in her eyes, blinding this gorgeous budgie.

We have had several blind parrots at the Center before. They truly are a testament to the resiliency of parrots, as blind birds are able to enjoy just as satisfying of a captive life as sighted birds can. They play with toys and enjoy being around their owners.

Some considerations do need to be made, but they are easily done.

She was only recently surrendered to the Center; as such, she is not yet up for adoption. However, if you are interested in bringing her home, stop by to meet her. Skipper will bring great joy to someone, that's for sure!

Just a reminder that we will be having a Clean Out the Garage sale this Friday and Saturday (July 16-17) from 12 pm - 5 pm. We'll have used cages for sale ($25-$250), used playstands, smaller shelving units, and other miscellaneous items. Stop by for some great bargains! All proceeds directly benefit the Center. Hope to see you there!

Please note that CARE will be maintaining normal business hours, meaning that we will not be open on Friday, except for the garage sale. Saturday, we will be open as usual.