Someday I may want to have my windows back! The birds really like to look out and see the wild birds - unless the hawk flies in...then they duck!
My uncle made the clock from a kit from the Emperor Clock Company. It was something he always wanted to do. I inherited it when he passed and it is like he is here with me everytime it chimes. It has a lovely low tone and the birdies don't make a flutter - even the new ones.
I meant to mention that most adoption forms - including the bird rescue one - has you list any and all pets that you had, what happened to them and etc.... There is also a veterinarian referral/check and the rescue makes sure that the bird you are adopting is one that you can take care of and understand the needs of that bird.
The fees vary. This time the rescue lady asked for a certain amount and I wrote a check for double that. She needs the support. Her adoption fees range from $10.00 per small bird up to hundreds for her larger macaws and cockatoos. Very reasonable considering the birds go for hundreds and even thousands around here.
Knowing this rescue has made me very aware that buying birds in a pet store, especially the big box stores, is not so good for the birds. I TRY to adopt all of my birds. Initially my first two zebs were pet store purchases. Most rescues will also take the birds/animals back and try to rehome them if you are unable to keep then due to any circumstances. That is a wonderful plus!
