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Valleywide Parrot Rescue, 803 E Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ (2025)

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from Valleywide Parrot Rescue! 🎄🎅🦜
The feathers are preened 🧼 and the whistles are extra cheerful today! 🎶 All of us—human and avian alike—want to send a huge "Happy Holidays" to our incredible community! 🌟🎁
This year has been truly special for the birds in our care, and we owe it all to YOU. 💖 We truly could not do this work without your support! Our hearts are full as we look back on everything we’ve accomplished together: 📈✨
* To our Volunteers: Thank you for the endless hours of cleaning, feeding, and socializing! 🧹🥣🦜
* To our Adopters: Thank you for opening your homes and giving these beautiful birds a second chance at a "forever flock!" 🏠❤️🕊️
* To our Donors: Your generosity provides the food, vet care, and toys that keep our rescues healthy and happy! 🥗🩺🧸
Because of you, we are more motivated than ever to be the best rescue possible for years to come! 🌈💪 Thank you for being the wind beneath our wings and part of our mission! 🌬️🕊️
Wishing you a season full of joy (and maybe a few extra sunflower seeds!), 🌻❄️
— The Team & Birds at Valleywide Parrot Rescue 💚🦜✨

12/24/2025

It’s the "tough love" every bird owner needs to hear. 🦜💔
Meet the beautiful Chica! While she looks like a total cuddle bug (and she is!), there is a very important rule we follow here at Valleywide Parrot Rescue: Head scritches only! ✋✨
It can be so tempting to pet your bird’s back or tail, especially when they lean into it and practically beg you for it. But here’s the truth: to a bird, petting those areas is a sexual signal. 🛑
Why is this a big deal?
When we pet their backs or under their wings, it triggers a massive hormonal surge. While they might seem like they’re enjoying it in the moment, it often leads to:
* Behavioral Issues: Increased aggression, screaming, and territorial nesting.
* Medical Complications: Chronic egg-laying (even without a mate) and feather destructive behavior.
* Life-Threatening Risks: Hormonal imbalances can lead to egg-binding or cloacal prolapse—conditions that can sadly be fatal. 🚑
Even though Chica might ask for back pets, we say "no" because we love her. Keeping those boundaries helps her stay calm, healthy, and happy! 🤍
Ready to give Chica the life she deserves? 🏠
Chica is officially looking for her forever family! She is a sweet, stunning Umbrella Cockatoo who needs a home that understands her needs and boundaries.
✨ How to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/adoption-qualification-form 📋🕊️
Do you practice "head-only" scritches with your flock? Comment if you agree that boundaries = love! 👇

12/23/2025

It is with shattered hearts that we have to share some tragic news with our Valleywide Parrot Rescue family. 💔🕊️
Last week started as just a normal, happy day here. We were all out playing, laughing, and enjoying the afternoon. Cuckoo, our big beautiful Harlequin Macaw, was out on his perch having fun with the flock. Suddenly, he slipped on his bowl and fell a few feet to the ground. 🦜📉
Honestly, it didn’t look like a serious fall. We’ve seen Cuckoo crash through things in the past and just shake it off—he was such a tough guy. But this time was different. I could tell almost immediately that something was wrong, and within minutes, he began to bleed. 🚑🆘
We rushed him to the hospital immediately. But, despite our frantic efforts and hope, Cuckoo passed away after fighting for 5 hours. 🌈
The hardest part of this entire tragedy is Baby Bird, our Blue and Gold Macaw. She and Cuckoo were deeply bonded. She is now a widow, and we are heartbroken worrying about how she will cope without her other half. 🦜💔
As I was rushing Cuckoo to the vet, he gave Baby Bird this look... it was like he knew he was never going to see her again. I brushed it off in the moment, telling him, "Don't worry, we are going to get you fixed up." I am so sorry we couldn't keep that promise, Cuckoo. 😢🥀
Please send prayers for our team and especially for Baby Bird as she navigates this new, lonely world. We will be keeping a very close eye on her.
We want to send a massive thank you to the fantastic team at Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital. We know you did your absolute best.
Please follow us for more updates on Baby Bird's journey.

12/19/2025

🥤Baby Bird is on a mission here, and while it’s hilarious to watch her try to figure out the cup, it brings up a great point about our flock. Parrots are social eaters; if they see you enjoying something, they naturally want to participate!
But remember: Just because they want it, doesn't mean they should have it. 🙅‍♀️🦜
Soda is full of sugar, caffeine, and carbonation—stuff that isn’t great for humans, and is definitely dangerous for birds.
Instead of giving in to those begging eyes, offer them healthy, bird-safe alternatives:
🥗 Food: Stick to a bowl of fresh chop or specific cooked foods made for parrots, like blends from Bird Street Bistro.
💧 Drinks: Fresh water is always #1! But if your bird wants to feel like they are drinking something "fancy" with you, there are tons of different bird-safe teas like the ones offered by .
Baby Bird didn't get the soda, but she is hoping to get a forever family! She and several other stunning Macaws are currently looking for their new homes. 🏡💙💛
Ready to adopt? Fill out the application here https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/adoption-qualification-form! 📝

12/18/2025

🦜 Perfect birdie starter pack! 🦜
At Valleywide Parrot Rescue, we know that a busy beak is a happy beak. That’s why we are making adoption sweeter than ever!
For a limited time, when you open your heart and home to one of our rescued birds, we’re sending you home with 5 FREE TOYS! 🎁🧸🔔
Why Adopt?
✨ You give a deserving bird a second chance at a forever home.
✨ You get to give your heart someone who needs it.
✨ You skip the "empty cage" setup—we’re helping you stock up on enrichment right away!
From shredders to bells, these toys are hand-picked to help your new feathered friend settle in, reduce stress, and start playing immediately. 🧩🪜
👇 How to meet your match:
1️⃣ Fill out an application https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/adoption-qualification-form
2️⃣ Schedule a meet-and-greet to find your perfect bond.
Don't let these birds (or these free toys!) fly away. Let’s get them home! 🏡❤️

*Offer is available while the supplies last

12/17/2025

Too busy being cute to worry about anything else! 🥹💙
These two have truly settled into the good life since arriving at Valleywide. Between a fantastic diet, plenty of flock socialization, and lots of cuddles, they are thriving and finally learning how to bond safely with humans.
⚠️ A quick educational note: Because of the camera angle, we know some of you might be wondering—no, we are not petting their backs! 🚫
We strictly avoid petting a parrot's back because it is a sexually stimulating area for them. In fact, many birds come to our rescue labeled as "aggressive," but it’s often just hormonal frustration. After a few weeks of "hormone detox" (simply respecting their boundaries and not stimulating them further), they calm down and return to being their sweet, happy selves like these little ones.
We currently have many Quakers looking for their forever homes! If you are ready to love a bird the right way, please fill out an application.
👇 Apply to Adopt:
Link in Bio! 📝

12/12/2025

🚫 NO FILTER NEEDED! 🚫 Just look at these colors! 🌈✨
We are currently overflowing with some of the most stunning Cockatiels we have ever had in our care! 🦜💛 You might think we lowered the saturation on these photos, but we promise—this is 100% their natural beauty. The lightness to their markings and coloration are truly breathtaking!
But these feathered friends are so much more than just pretty faces. These are very good birds who are craving attention, affection, and true companionship. 🤝💆‍♀️ They are social, sweet, and ready to be your new best friend.
☃️ Home for the Holidays: There is no better time of year to open your heart and your home to a rescue animal. Give a parrot the ultimate gift this season: a loving forever family. 🎁🏠
How to Adopt:
Ready to meet your new best friend? 📝 Fill out our application here https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/adoption-qualification-form 🔗

12/11/2025

The "atrocities" in question? Absolutely decimating the peanut supply. 🥜💀

Tica really said, "I don’t see a lock, I see an opportunity." We can’t even be mad at the jailbreak skills—the food bowl door escape route was calculated with pure precision. Honestly, we are just living in her world at this point. 🧠✨

💬 In the comments, share some crazy stories from when your birds broke out. I know we all have stories...

Does this criminal mastermind need a lawyer🕵️‍♀️... or a forever home?

Tica is officially available for adoption! If you are looking for a bird with beauty, brains, and a high drive for snacks, she is the one for you.

📝 Ready to bring her home? Fill out the adoption application at the link in our bio!

12/11/2025

🧪 "I am the one who... SQUAWKS!" 🦜😠
Okay, we really can’t unsee this one! 🤣 Does anyone else get serious Heisenberg vibes from our girl Mabel? All she’s missing is the pork pie hat and sunglasses to complete the look. 🕶️🎩
While she looks ready to build an empire, the story behind Mabel’s unique bald look is actually quite sweet (and a little sad). 🥺 Years ago, Mabel had a mate who loved her very much—so much so that he used to over-preen her, plucking the feathers right off the top of her head! 💇‍♀️💔 Her mate has since passed away, leaving Mabel with her signature "Walter White" hairdo.
Now, Mabel is officially retired from the feather-plucking business and is looking for a loving forever home! 🏡❤️ She is a Red-Fronted Macaw with a big personality and a lot of love to give.
Want to be the Jesse to her Walter?
👉 Apply to adopt Mabel by filling out the application https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/adoption-qualification-form 📝✨

12/10/2025

🤤 There is nothing quite as satisfying as helping a bird release those itchy pin feathers.🪶
🦜This little guy hasn’t had a good preen in a long time. His poor head was covered in feathers still stuck in their keratin casings, just waiting to be opened! 🤯
✨ Why we do this:
Preening is one of the best ways to bond with your bird and build trust. In the wild, flock mates do this for each other to reach spots they can’t get to alone (like the top of the head!).
⚠️ The Golden Rules of Preening:
* Consent First: Before you touch, make sure your bird is comfortable. If they lean away, bite, or fluff up aggressively, give them space. Trust takes time! 🛑
* The Technique: Gently pinch the very tip of the white casing and roll it between your fingers. It should turn to dust and flake away. 🤏
* Go WITH the Flow: Never pet or preen "against the grain" (from tail to head). This is uncomfortable and can damage their feathers. Always smooth them down in the direction they grow! 🌊
* No Blood Feathers: If a feather is dark or purple at the base, leave it alone! It still has a blood supply and will hurt if touched. 🩸
* ✍️ Leave a comment with your own golden rules for Preening💬
🏡 Ready to find your new best friend?
We have so many sweet Quakers just like this one waiting for a second chance at Valleywide Parrot Rescue. And yes, we did leave a little patch on his head for the new owner to bond as well.
👇 Apply to adopt today https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/adoption-qualification-form

12/10/2025

☃️🎁 FINAL ADOPTION EVENT BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS! 🎁☃️

Are you ready to welcome a new feathered family member home just in time for the holidays? This Sunday, December 14th, Valleywide Parrot Rescue is hosting our last adoption event of 2025!

There is no better gift than giving a loving, safe forever home to a bird in need. ❤️🦜 whether you are looking for a small companion or a large feathered friend, we have amazing birds waiting to meet you!

We have a wide variety of birds looking for homes, including:
🦜 Parakeets & Parrotlets
🐦 Cockatiels & Conures
💚 Quakers & Indian Ringnecks
🌈 Macaws & Amazons
🤍 Cockatoos & many more!

📅 When: Sunday, December 14th
📝 How to join: You must sign up in advance to attend!

👉 TAP HERE TO REGISTER: https://form.jotform.com/valleywideparrotrescue/dec_14_adoption

Don’t miss this perfect opportunity to expand your flock before the New Year. Let’s get these babies home for the holidays! 🏠❄️

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