Send us a textIn this episode of the Resilient Animal Podcast, hosted by Dr. Annie Petersen, we celebrate Adopt a Bird Month by exploring the benefits of bird adoption and the profound bond humans can form with these intelligent animals. Dr. Petersen highlights the challenges and responsibilities of bird ownership, emphasizing the need for proper care, socialization, and the ethical commitment of adopting from rescues instead of buying from breeders. The episode covers various bird species, their unique needs, and offers guidance on making informed adoption decisions, ensuring that potential adopters are well-prepared for a lifelong commitment. 00:00 Introduction to the Resilient Animal Podcast 00:32 January: Adopt a Bird Month 01:13 The Reality of Bird Adoption 02:41 Understanding Bird Companionship 03:58 Commitment and Care for Birds 06:48 Choosing the Right Bird Species 08:44 Preparing for Bird Adoption 12:18 The Adoption Process 16:10 Adjusting to a New Home 19:07 Essential Bird Care Tips 22:27 The Importance of Social Interaction 25:06 Monitoring Bird Health 28:13 The Rewards of Bird Companionship 30:16 Getting Involved and Making a Difference 34:46 Conclusion and Resources Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV): https://www.aav.org/ Avian Welfare Coalition (AWC): https://www.avianwelfare.org/ Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary (Near San Diego): https://www.freeflightbirds.org/ Parrot Education and Adoption Center (PEAC): https://peac.org/ https://www.instagram.com/resilientanimal/ https://www.facebook.com/TheResilientAnimal https://www.linkedin.com/company/association-for-human-animal-bond-studies/