Adoption Application – The Gabriel Foundation

Completing the application does not guarantee that you will be matched with one of our parrots. We are under no obligation to disclose our reason(s) for our decision. Your initials verify that you understand our policy.*

Name:*

First Last

Address:*

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Phone:*

Email:*

All out of state applicants are required to come to our location and spend several days visiting with birds. Do you agree to come to our facility for your visits?*

I agree

I disagree

All birds adopted out of state are required to have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection aka a health certificate. This will be an additional fee on top of the adoption fee. Please acknowledge that you have read and agree to this requirement.*

Yes

Make sure to check your state regulations for other requirements for birds coming in.

How did you learn about The Gabriel Foundation?*

Are you over 18?*

Yes

Please indicate your date of birth:*

This information will remain confidential and never be shared. The data will be used only to track statistical trends for adoptions, relinquishments, and affiliated bird species.

Why do you want to adopt a bird?*

Do all adults in your home know you are applying to adopt a bird?*

Yes

Please list the names and ages of anyone living in your home*

For any children under 18 years, please list their ages as well. This will assist us in finding the best bird match for your family.

Please list any pets that are part of your household:*

Do any members of your household object to adopting a bird?*

Yes

If yes, please explain:

How important is it that the bird likes/interacts with the members of your household?*

Type of residence:*

House

Condo / Townhome

Apartment

Other

Due to their loud and destructive nature, we will not adopt out large macaws or large cockatoos to adopters that live in apartments or condos.Your initials verify that you understand our policy.*

Do you rent or own your residence?*

Rent

Own

If you rent, do you have your landlord's consent to have a bird?*

Yes

May we contact your landlord?*

Yes

Landlord's contact info (name, email, phone):*

Describe the environment around your home (i.e. nightlife, rural, noise restrictions, high density, suburban)*

Does anyone in your household smoke?*

Yes

If yes, where do they smoke?*

Does anyone in your household have allergies, asthma, autoimmune disorders, or upper respiratory issues?*

Yes

Are you aware that birds may carry diseases that can infect humans?*

Yes

Who will be the primary caregiver for the bird?*

How many hours a day will the bird be left alone?*

Under what circumstance would you not want to keep the bird? Select any that apply:*

Are there characteristics that you expect from a bird?*

What can a bird expect from you?*

What bird species are you interested in adopting?*

Based on your selection(s) above, tell us why you are interested in these species:*

Policy Regarding Adoption of Certain Species:

At this time, The Gabriel Foundation does not adopt out several species, including (but not limited to) Hyacinth macaws, Red-fronted macaws, Blue-throated macaws, or Golden conures. Each of these birds in residence with us was placed into our lifetime sanctuary care program.

For further information, please reference our Hyacinth Macaw Adoption Policy

I have read and agree to these terms & conditions.*

Yes

What diet are you planning to feed your bird(s)?*

In what parts of your house will the bird spend its daytime and evening hours? Where will it sleep?*

What indoor and outdoor activity areas will be available for the bird?*

Do you know a veterinarian with a special interest in avian medicine? If so, please enter their name.*

If you do not have a current veterinarian, we will recommend one for you.

Have you had any previous experience with pet birds?*

Yes

Please describe any previous or current experience you have had with pet birds.*

Do you currently have any pet birds?*

Yes

List your current birds and the following information on each:*

Species

Name

Age (yrs)

Domestic or Wild Caught

Bird obtained from (breeder, pet store, adoption, friend, etc)

Month and year bird was acquired

Have you made arrangements for the lifetime care of your bird(s) in the event of your disability or death? Please explain:*

Policy Regarding Other Pet Birds in Your Home:

If there are currently other pet birds in your home, The Gabriel Foundation requires information from you or your veterinarian regarding their medical history. Compliance with The Gabriel Foundation's avian medical protocol is designed to establish a base health evaluation for your bird in accordance with the veterinary diagnostics for all birds at The Gabriel Foundation.

Please provide the Foundation with copies of bird’s most recent veterinary records, if available. Depending on this information, The Gabriel Foundation may require additional testing determined on an individual basis. We provide our avian residents at The Gabriel Foundation comprehensive veterinary care and diagnostics. We want to know that you and your birds have a working relationship with a veterinarian with a special interest in avian medicine.

By their very nature, parrots mask their illnesses. Medical testing may not be 100% accurate, but indicators of sub clinical health problems may appear in test results before becoming an acute or chronic disease for your bird. Bird health and wellness is important to the human / bird relationship and we appreciate your understanding and support of this protocol.

I have read and agree to these terms & conditions.*

Yes

Policy Regarding the Health of Your Adopted Bird:

Please be advised that The Gabriel Foundation CANNOT guarantee the health of any bird even with the best veterinary care and testing. Upon request, The Gabriel Foundation will provide the adoptable bird's medical records to your veterinarian for review prior to the adoption finalization.

I have read and agree to these terms & conditions.*

Yes

Probationary and Permanent Adoption Agreements:

It is important to read thoroughly the terms of the Probationary and the Permanent Adoption agreements. Please be aware that if you decide that you are no longer able to provide for your Foundation adopted bird, then that bird MUST be returned to the Foundation per the terms of the Probationary and Permanent Adoption agreements.

You will also be asked to provide the Foundation appropriate information regarding the care of your bird in the event that you are no longer able to provide for its care and well-being. It is critical to the Foundation that your directives consider the long-term care and well being of any bird adopted through The Gabriel Foundation in accordance with the terms of the Permanent Adoption Agreement.

Specifically, during the three-month Probationary Period, The Gabriel Foundation has the right to make inspections at any reasonable time after 24 hours notice to determine whether you are complying with your obligations under the Agreement and whether you are maintaining the health and safety of the bird.

The Foundation reserves the right to remove the bird at any time if it determines, in its sole opinion and discretion, that you are not complying with your obligations under the Agreement or you are not maintaining the health and safety of the bird.

I have read and agree to these terms & conditions.*

Yes

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Adoption: All Species Application

Policy Regarding Adoption of Certain Species:

Policy Regarding Other Pet Birds in Your Home:

Policy Regarding the Health of Your Adopted Bird:

Probationary and Permanent Adoption Agreements:

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