18 birds in peril -- saved!

CARE was recently called by a law enforcement agency to help out in a dire situation. A woman had died in her home of a heart attack. Luckily, she was found the day after her death. Inside her house were 18 birds. She had no family or friends who wanted the parrots.

These birds were all in bad shape. It was apparent that they had received good care at some time in the past, but it was also evident that they had not done so recently -- evidence at the scene suggests she had just been throwing seed in their cages as late.

She had the birds' names on their food dishes (except for one conure), so at least we know their names. However, we know nothing else about them -- ages, favorite foods, special toys, things that might be comforting to them at times like this.

This can serve as a huge reminder to all of us with birds. It is very important to think about what should happen to these long-lived animals if we're no longer able to take care of them. I know it's not pleasant to think about, but the well-being of your loved companions is at stake. Also, leave information about your birds with a trusted friend or in an obvious place in your home. These kinds of transitions go much easier on the bird when they have some comfortable items around them.

Over the next few weeks, we will introduce you to these birds. Unfortunately we are very full right now. We were already on a waiting list for surrenders for certain species, but could not turn down these birds who needed us so badly.

We are incurring large, unexpected vet bills as it relates to these birds (one amazon was extremely emaciated and needed to make an emergency trip to the vet to save his life; another macaw is deformed and may require special care.) If you can help us out with a donation, we'd greatly appreciate it. We are a 501(c)(3) organization, so all donations are tax exempt to the full extent of the law. You can send a check made payable to CARE at:

CARE
3053 Beechwood Industrial Court
#1
Hubertus, WI 53033

or use the paypal donation button on our website.

Thanks so much for your help in saving the lives of these birds! More updates to come...