Adoption Process

Adopting from Northern Fenix

Adopting a rescue bird is a big commitment. Parrots are intelligent, complex animals and, depending on the species, can remain part of a family for many years.

Our adoption process is designed to put the welfare of the bird first and help us find a home that suits each bird's individual needs.

Before a Bird Is Available

Birds entering Northern Fenix undergo a period of rehabilitation and assessment before being considered for adoption.

During this time we get to know their personality, behaviour, preferences and individual needs. Where appropriate, birds also receive a veterinary check and DNA sexing.

We do not rush this process. Some birds may need considerably more time than others before they are ready.

Applying to Adopt

Anyone interested in one of our available birds will be asked to complete a Northern Fenix Parrot Adoption Form.

We will consider the individual bird's needs alongside the potential home, including existing birds or other pets, accommodation, experience and the amount of appropriate interaction and enrichment that can be provided.

Submitting an application does not automatically guarantee an adoption. Our responsibility is to choose the home we believe is suitable for that individual bird.

Adoption Donation

An adoption donation may apply and will be confirmed for the individual bird before adoption.

Northern Fenix adoption donations are non-refundable.

Adoption donations go back into supporting the work of the rescue and helping us care for birds in need.

Our Mandatory Return Clause

This is one of the most important conditions of adopting from Northern Fenix.

Ownership of birds adopted through Northern Fenix Parrot Rescue remains with Northern Fenix.

If an adopter's circumstances change at any point in the future and they can no longer care for the bird, the bird must be returned to Northern Fenix Parrot Rescue.

An adopted bird must not be sold, given away, passed to another person or organisation, or used for breeding.

This condition exists to provide lifelong protection for birds that have already experienced surrender or rehoming.

Ready to Apply?

Take a look at our Birds for Adoption page to see who is currently looking for their new beginning.

If you believe you can offer one of our birds a suitable, committed home, please contact Northern Fenix Parrot Rescue for an adoption application.

Northern Fenix Parrot Rescue

Registered Charity No. NIC111094

Where old life ends and new life begins.