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Soaring Spirits Sanctuary, Beech Creek, PA (2025)

09/02/2025

Across the country, rescues like ours are overflowing with parakeets (also called budgies). They are one of the most mass-bred birds in the pet trade, sold in pet stores for as little as $20–$30. Because they’re so inexpensive and so easily accessible, many people buy them on impulse without understanding their real needs. On top of that, parakeets breed quickly and in large numbers, which means one surrender often isn’t just a single bird.. it can be 6, 10, or even 20 at a time.

Unfortunately, this has created what we call the “parakeet epidemic.” Rescues are flooded with these little birds, often because they’re seen as “starter pets” or “disposable” due to their low purchase price. When they get sick, many owners won’t pursue veterinary care, and sadly, they end up surrendered or released outside.

The truth is: parakeets need just as much care as large parrots.
• They require large flight cages or aviaries, not the teeny cages you often see sold with them.
• They need a proper diet of pellets, fresh vegetables, sprouts, not just seed.
• They are flock oriented and thrive best in pairs or groups, or with an owner who can dedicate plenty of time to social interaction.
• They require toys, enrichment, and access to veterinary care just like cockatoos, macaws, and African greys.

Despite their small size, parakeets are VERY intelligent, active, and affectionate when given the chance. They are not “less than” the bigger birds, they’re simply smaller.

We currently have plenty of parakeets available for adoption, each waiting for a safe and loving forever home. While many of them are not hand tame, we do occasionally get lucky, and right now, the parakeet pictured here is one of those rare, friendly, hand-tame birds. It’s not often we have the opportunity to place a parakeet who already enjoys human interaction this much.

If you’ve been thinking about adding parakeets to your family, now is the perfect time to adopt. By opening your home to even one (or two!) of these little gems, you’re not only changing their life, you’re also helping us make room for the next flock in need.

And clearly, this little one loves chop so much that she goes face first into it. Look at that cute, messy face!❤️🦜

09/01/2025

And the 5th one has arrived! Welcome, Buddy!

08/31/2025

Today was such a special day here at the rescue! Two wonderful ladies, Lauren and Caroline, came in for adoptions, and what a beautiful experience it turned out to be.

Lauren, a veterinarian, came hoping to adopt two cockatiels from the Bird Boyz case. She didn’t mind if they weren’t hand-tame, which made my heart so happy because we have many from the Bird Boyz intake who just need safe, loving homes. But instead of going that route, I asked if she would consider two cockatiels who have been with us the longest, our “anxiety duo,” Dora and Hissy Missy. These two truly aren’t fans of human touch and thrive most when they’re with other cockatiels. I’ve been wishing for a flock home for them for months, but most adopters are searching for “perfect,” people friendly birds. Lauren said yes without hesitation! Dora and Hissy Missy are now on their way to join a flock at her home, where they can live happily ever after among feathered friends. Truly the best case scenario!

Caroline, a vet tech (can we just say best friendship duo ever?), wanted to adopt two conures. She wasn’t concerned about friendliness, just that they got along well. During her visit, she instantly fell in love with Rey, our little Suncheek conure we call our “Ray of Sunshine”, a baby bird from the Bird Boyz case. But she wanted two, so I introduced her to Bon Bon, a 9-year-old conure who has been extra special to me personally. Honestly, I hadn’t even posted him as available yet because I adore him so much, and we have a lot of conures available right now, but during the meet and greet, Bon Bon showed Caroline exactly how amazing he is. His personality shined, and it was clear he chose her as much as she chose him.

After some thoughtful discussion, we decided Rey and Bon Bon would make the perfect pair. Caroline left absolutely glowing with happiness, holding her new little duo. I won’t lie.. I cried after saying goodbye to Bon Bon, but I was reminded of something important: sometimes the bird decides when it’s their time to leave, and Bon Bon was ready.

Today filled my heart to the brim. This is why I do what I do. Watching these birds find their people, even when it’s hard to say goodbye, makes every moment worth it.

Here’s a photo of Caroline with Rey and Bon Bon during the meet & greet. We didn’t get one of Lauren with the cockatiels (they don’t call them the anxiety duo for nothing!), but we are so overjoyed for all four birds and their new families.

08/30/2025

i just posted a video of this process, but heres the before and after photos!

All birds rely on preening to keep their feathers healthy and comfortable. Normally, they use both their beaks and their feet to reach tricky spots — especially around the head and face — to scratch open itchy pinfeathers (new feathers covered in a keratin sheath).

But for a bird who has crippled feet or limited mobility, this natural process becomes a real challenge. Without the ability to scratch, they can be left feeling itchy, uncomfortable, and frustrated.

That’s where their human flock steps in. Gently helping a disabled bird with the pinfeathers they can’t reach is more than just a kind gesture — it’s both:
• A medical necessity, keeping feathers clean, aligned, and growing correctly
• Essential for relief from irritation and itching
• A way to prevent feather damage or over-preening elsewhere
• A powerful source of bonding, comfort, and emotional reassurance

For our special-needs parrots, preening help isn’t optional. It’s a critical part of their ongoing care, ensuring they not only stay healthy but also feel loved and supported every day

08/30/2025

Nigel the Moluccan is off to his foster-to-adopt home! As we always say around here, “Hope to never see you again!” in the best way possible. Of course, every bird is always welcome back here, even 10 years from now if life changes.

We put a lot of care into matching each bird with the right family, and so far, we haven’t missed a match yet. Here’s to Nigel’s fresh start and a bright future in his new forever home!

08/30/2025

We’ve just welcomed 4 new feathered souls (soon to be 5) into the sanctuary. Their loving dad is currently battling cancer and preparing to move into new housing. With his health declining, he made the incredibly selfless decision to place his birds in our care to ensure they remain safe, loved, and provided for.

This is exactly why we encourage bird owners especially those with species that can outlive us to have a long-term plan in place. Too often, we’re called into heartbreaking situations where an owner has passed away and the birds have been left alone for days in an empty home, or family members are unwilling to take them in and instead sell or flip them. Making arrangements ahead of time is one of the most responsible and loving choices an owner can make, and we are deeply grateful when people put their birds’ needs first.

With that, please help us welcome:
Zeus – Double Yellow-Headed Amazon
Sunshine – Indian Ringneck, born with two crippled feet
Tweezle – Canary-Winged Parakeet
Georgie – Budgie
A Nanday Conure will also be joining us later this week, once he can be safely caught and transported.

These birds have been with their owner for 15+ years, so this transition is a big change for them. They will need time, disease testing, nail trims, and most importantly patience and love as they grieve and adjust. None of them are available for adoption at this time.

We are in need of small bird food, especially Zupreem pellets (small size – bag with the cockatiel on the front). We’ve also added platform perches to our Amazon Wishlist, as they’re vital for birds with mobility issues like Sunshine. These perches get dirty quickly and wear out fast, so having backups is a huge help.

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Please join us in giving a warm welcome to this crew of resilient, beloved birds. 💕

08/27/2025

Why Every Bird Owner Needs an Air Purifier

If you share your home with parrots—especially “old world species” like cockatiels, cockatoos, and African greys—an air purifier isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity.

These species naturally produce a fine, powdery dander that helps keep their feathers healthy. While it’s harmless for the birds themselves, this powder quickly becomes airborne and can build up in your home. For humans, prolonged exposure can irritate the lungs, aggravate asthma, and even contribute to long-term respiratory issues. It’s not just about keeping things clean—it’s about protecting your health.

Air purifiers help trap this fine dust, making the air safer to breathe for both people and the birds living in it. In a rescue environment like ours, with multiple powder-down species under one roof, the need for effective filtration is even greater.

It’s also important to note that “new world species” such as macaws don’t produce this powdery dander—so in a mixed rescue setting like ours, it’s crucial that their lungs are protected too.

At Soaring Spirits Sanctuary, we’ve recently expanded our rescue space, which means we now need a larger purifier to cover the full room and keep everyone safe—our lungs, our volunteers, and of course, the birds. We have a high-quality purifier listed on our Amazon Wishlist, and any help toward making this possible would mean the world.

If you’d like to support us, please consider donating toward this essential need. Together, we can provide a cleaner, healthier environment for all. 💙

Pictured is our air purifier that sits closest to the cockatoos after a twice-weekly vacuum we do of the filter system. You can see where I cleaned it vs where I didn’t, and everything the purifier trapped.

Imagine this coating your lungs.

Get an air purifier if you own birds, PLEASE!

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08/27/2025

🍌✨ The Golden Crunchie is officially packaged and ready to go! ✨🍌

One lucky flock will find the Carob Crunchie with a little heart 💛 hidden in their order.

The winner gets:

🎁 A fun toy + treat of your choice for your bird
🪶 PLUS a toy + treat donation sent to the rescue of your choice!

The chance to win ends tomorrow night — every order placed until then includes a little mystery bag. Will you be the one to find the Golden Crunchie? 👀

Maybe now’s the perfect chance to try our Veggie Chop while there is still some left! 💚

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08/26/2025

Chop of the Week for Soaring Spirits Sanctuary Parrot Residents & Rescues 🦜

This week’s fresh mix includes:
🥕 Carrots
🥦 Broccoli
🌱 Sweet Peas
🧆 Chickpeas
🥒 Zucchini
🌶️ Jalapeños
🍏 Apples
🌸 Radishes

✨ As a topper to spice things up and add an extra boost of flavor & nutrition:
🌶️ Dried Red Pepper Flakes
🌱 Chia Seeds
🌾 Flaxseed

Fresh chop is one of the best ways to make sure parrots get a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, and fiber in their diet. The different colors of veggies each bring their own health benefits—orange veggies like carrots are full of beta carotene for eye health, leafy and cruciferous greens support calcium and bone strength, and seeds like chia and flax add healthy omegas for skin, feathers, and overall wellness.

All of our adoptable birds are required to be fed chop daily. For many, this was a huge switch when they first arrived, but the visible transformation that comes from a proper diet is incredible to watch—their feathers, energy, and overall health improve right before our eyes.

To set adopters up for success, we provide our base chop recipes in every adoption packet, along with safe, fun add-ins to mix things up at home. Plus, we offer lifetime support on feeding and nutrition advice, because our goal is for every bird leaving the sanctuary to live their best, healthiest life possible. 💚

08/25/2025

Important Update on Grooming Services

We’re making some changes to how we handle grooming. With the cost of gas, Darci working full-time, and me managing everything here at the rescue/being on call and traveling, it’s no longer feasible for us to continue offering home visits.

Moving forward, we’ll be setting two designated days per month for in-house grooming appointments here at the rescue.

Adopted birds – Any bird adopted from us will continue to receive free nail trims for life (this does not include beak trims).

Beak trims – It will be at our discretion whether your bird needs a routine trim or a full corrective reshape.

💲 Updated Pricing
• Small birds (budgies, conures): $25 nail trim minimum
• Medium birds (amazons, greys): $35 nail trim
• Large birds (Moluccans, Umbrellas, large macaws): $45 nail trim
• Beak reshaping (any species): $50
• Add-on nails with beak reshape: $20 (any species)

👉 Example: A green cheek conure needing a total beak reshape + nails = $70 (instead of $75). A green wing macaw needing the same = $70 (instead of $95).

New Deposit Policy
We are now requiring a $10 deposit when scheduling grooming appointments. Unfortunately, we’ve had multiple no-shows in the past. When this happens, it takes away from me being able to schedule other things (or have a personal life outside of the rescue) and also disrupts Darci’s schedule, since she sets aside time to help me while balancing her full-time job and kids. The deposit ensures we respect everyone’s time and can continue offering this service to the community.

For reference, most vet offices that usually only taks cats and dogs charge an appointment fee plus the grooming fee, which usually totals $50+ just for nails. We’re working to keep our prices reasonable while still making this sustainable for our small team, especially since many of our clients don’t have access to avian vets who handle beaks and nails.

We’ll be releasing September’s grooming dates soon.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support! ❤️

08/24/2025

Gonna miss grabbing fresh produce from the Amish stands as the season winds down. But we’re making the most of it while we can!

This week’s chop is packed with goodness:
🥒 Yellow Squash
🥒 Zucchini
🍇 Raspberries
🍎 Apples
🥦 Broccoli
🥕 Carrots
🫑 Sweet Peppers
🍝 Tri-Colored Rotini
🌾 Oats
🍇 Quartered Grapes

Fresh, colorful, and ready for the flock! 🦜💚

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