[Abby]

Originally Posted by asulli

I am in touch with a breeder that makes you jump through hoops to adopt one of his birds. I am told that even after you take them home he calls. My friend has had her Macaw for 5 years and he still calls at least 2 times a year. You have to sign a paper saying that if you decide to give up your bird you must first contact him.

I like this breeder. Whilst I don't ring the parents of all my ex babies many do ring me to let me know what's going on. I've also said to bring them back to me if they can't manage or to call if there's any problems.

I keep in touch with a couple of the breeders who I've bought birds from and they've become friends and mentors to me.