New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

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New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Sunbay » Sat Oct 05, 2013 10:22 am

Picked up a shipment of birds yesterday, from "Paradise Earth". A pair of Strawberries for me, a pair of Lavenders for Anita, and about 5 or 6 for another local lister. Didn't get them home till after dark.
Can't say enough about Dave at PE. I cancelled one pair of birds at the last minute - no problem, immediate refund. He even divided the birds into our separate orders. Sent tracking info, and we were able to keep tabs on their long journey.

These birds have been through SO MUCH! The are not in "excellent'' shape, but should be soon with lots of rest and TLC. Pretty much leaving them alone for a few days with with probiotics, and good food.
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On the way home.  Already after dark.
On the way home. Already after dark.
Very flighty - didn't want to disturb them much.  Best I could do.
Very flighty - didn't want to disturb them much. Best I could do.
Pair of Lavenders
Pair of Lavenders
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Sitting Duck » Sat Oct 05, 2013 10:34 am

I hope your babies recover from their jet lag soon. They are beautiful. I am sure they will be singing up a storm soon and anxious to join their new friends

I am glad you obeyed the Florida seat belt laws. :lol:
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by 608duj » Sat Oct 05, 2013 12:02 pm

I agree about the helpfulness and professionalism of Dave at Bird Products ( PE). I would not hesitate to order there again.

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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Nanajennie » Sat Oct 05, 2013 12:34 pm

all I can say is LUCKY!!! I would love some Strawberries.... My mom had them when I was a little girl in the 70-80s and I loved them.... how cool are you 8)
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by debbie276 » Sat Oct 05, 2013 3:44 pm

Nice looking birds, best of luck :)
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Ginene » Sat Oct 05, 2013 5:18 pm

Congrats! Hope they breed for you :)

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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Sally » Sat Oct 05, 2013 8:11 pm

Congrats on getting the Strawberries, Lauren. I agree, David Calvin is very professional with how he runs his business. I think the birds will bounce back with a little TLC. I am doing the same with mine, probiotics and rest for a few days, and gradually work on building them up.
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Post by wellingtoncdm » Sat Oct 05, 2013 8:13 pm

Congrats!

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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by CindyOH » Sun Oct 13, 2013 2:24 pm

So these Strawberries were bred in the US?

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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Sally » Sun Oct 13, 2013 11:26 pm

No Cindy, these are imports. They recently finished their 30-day quarantine, and then were sent out all over the country. A pet shop in Houston even got some.
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Rox » Mon Oct 14, 2013 3:36 am

Congrats Sunbay !!

I hope that all of the new imports settle down quickly and healthily and start producing beautiful babies for you ALL of you in the not too distant future :D =D>

I've only fetched birds from the airport once before and I must admit it is quite a thrill waiting to see what arrives :)
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by finchmix22 » Mon Oct 14, 2013 4:40 am

Congrats! Enjoy your new finches.
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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by CindyOH » Mon Oct 14, 2013 10:05 am

What Country are they from? I thought there was a ban on them coming into USA?

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Re: New Strawberries and others in last night from PE

Post by Sally » Mon Oct 14, 2013 10:27 am

I'm not sure, I've heard so many different stories and versions that I don't know what to believe. As I stated in another thread, I've found that the world of imports is cloaked in secrecy. They did go through quarantine in California, but that is all I know for certain.
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