Hi everyone.
I'm new here. However, I desperately need your advice and opinion regarding my current situation.
My family has had Roman, my Amazon parrot, for fourteen years (since my grandma, his original owner, passed away). He's part of my family. He came to us while we had two other birds and all the time in the world.
However, my two other birds passed away over the years (natural causes), and my dad was diagnossed with terminal cancer. Then, my sister moved out, and now I'm moving out in two weeks. In other words, my mom is left with caring for our dogs, Roman, and my dad.
Over time, we've had less and less time for Roman, and you can tell he's no longer the permanently happy bird he once was. We've fought tooth and nail to give him as much attention as possible, but it's a sliver of what he deserves.
After a two-year debate, we've come to the heartbreaking decision of rehoming him. After being incredibly picky, we picked a couple with unbelievably happy parrots, a lifetime's worth of toys, and someone who already spends her days at home with her flock. These are just a few of the many qualities they have.
The reason I've mentioned this is that, although it's the best decision for Roman's health, my heart can't get over the idea that we're abandoning him.
I've cared for countless animals and not once have we rehomed an animal. We're usually the ones who take them from abused and neglected residences!
Thing is, I don't know how he'll react, and all I can imagine is him panicking and wondering where his family is and why he was left behind.
Would anyone have any information on the topic regarding parrot rehoming, and if you believe he'll be alright? I don't know anything about this, and I'm so heartbroken.
Any information or opinion will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Steph
I'm new here. However, I desperately need your advice and opinion regarding my current situation.
My family has had Roman, my Amazon parrot, for fourteen years (since my grandma, his original owner, passed away). He's part of my family. He came to us while we had two other birds and all the time in the world.
However, my two other birds passed away over the years (natural causes), and my dad was diagnossed with terminal cancer. Then, my sister moved out, and now I'm moving out in two weeks. In other words, my mom is left with caring for our dogs, Roman, and my dad.
Over time, we've had less and less time for Roman, and you can tell he's no longer the permanently happy bird he once was. We've fought tooth and nail to give him as much attention as possible, but it's a sliver of what he deserves.
After a two-year debate, we've come to the heartbreaking decision of rehoming him. After being incredibly picky, we picked a couple with unbelievably happy parrots, a lifetime's worth of toys, and someone who already spends her days at home with her flock. These are just a few of the many qualities they have.
The reason I've mentioned this is that, although it's the best decision for Roman's health, my heart can't get over the idea that we're abandoning him.
I've cared for countless animals and not once have we rehomed an animal. We're usually the ones who take them from abused and neglected residences!
Thing is, I don't know how he'll react, and all I can imagine is him panicking and wondering where his family is and why he was left behind.
Would anyone have any information on the topic regarding parrot rehoming, and if you believe he'll be alright? I don't know anything about this, and I'm so heartbroken.
Any information or opinion will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Steph