Parakeets sold in many American chain stores are actually budgerigars.
Parakeets are the most purchased birds in pet chain stores. According to the pet education website Doctor Foster and Smith, chain stores sell parakeets extremely cheaply, making them a convenient and quick sell. Parents often think these cute parakeets would make good pets for their children. Typically these purchases are made on a whim, without much research or thought about the parakeet's upkeep or how much noise it will make. Fortunately, parents who need to re-home their parakeets have many options.
Instructions
1. Look at your purchase receipt to determine if you can still return your parakeet and its belongings to the store. Chain stores usually have a refund policy of up to 30 days, and a free health guarantee. Call the store and ask to speak to a manager if you are unsure about the store's policy.
2. Ask friends and family if they or someone they know has an indoor or outdoor aviary for parakeets. An aviary is a large bird enclosure. Ask if another bird owner could take your parakeet.
3. Call local pet stores and ask about second-chance pet options. Many pet stores take in unwanted birds and offer them to consumers as "second-chance pets."
4. Advertise on Craigslist.com, the local newspaper or post fliers in your neighborhood retail store offering your parakeet for adoption. Your local grocery store might have an area designated for the public to post fliers and "For Sale" signs. Ask a customer-service representative for permission to post your flier.
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