Feathers Galore

Kentucky based 501c3 non-profit parrot and exotic bird rescue


ADOPTION

The adoption process may vary depending on the bird's personality and needs. However, these are the basic steps of our adoption process.  The adoption process may be subject to change, depending on the bird.  If any step below is changed, this will be discussed with the potential adopter:
  1. Step 1 - Review our adoptable bird list here: https://www.adoptapet.com/shelter/283748-feathers-galore-lebanon-junction-kentucky#available-pets.  Do not submit an application on the Adopt-a-Pet website.  Please return to this page and use the link below in Step 2 to apply. (Please note: While the birds may be updated on the website when they enter the rescue, we will not begin reviewing applications or discussing any adoption inquiries until the bird has been with us a minimum of 30 days.  This allows us time to watch for potential health issues, get to know their personality better (which helps us in selecting the best home for them), and simply to enjoy their presence for a bit before they head to their permanent home.)
  2. Step 2 - Apply here: https://forms.gle/Yy7orM6sbHdz4V6t8
  3. Step 3 - Applications will typically be reviewed within 30-90+ days. This will vary based on availability and schedule of Feathers Galore staff.  Please be patient and understanding that this process may take some time.  Please understand that we recieve a LOT of applications.  Submitting an application does not guarantee that you will be selected as the potential adopter.  If not selected, it does not mean you are "not approved".  It simply means that we have selected a different home that we feel better fits the bird(s) needs.
  4. Step 4 - If selected as a potential adopter, we will contact you (most likely email or text) to schedule a meet & greet visit with the bird.  A $15 non-refundable deposit will be required to schedule/confirm the appointment.  Appointment will not be scheduled/confirmed without this deposit. 
  5. Step 5 - Meet & Greet Appointment is completed at our location (Please note: This is a PRIVATE HOME RESIDENCE.  Visits are by appointment only and currently only allowed/scheduled for selected adopters: 8655 S Preston Hwy, Lebanon Junction, KY 40150). This appointment will take approximately 30-45 minutes.  The bird will not go home on this day.  Once the meet & greet is over, you will be instructed to go home and think about how the meeting went, everything discussed during the meeting, and to do your research regarding the bird.   
  6. Step 6 - Within 24-48 hours of the meet & greet, the potential adopter and Feathers Galore representative will discuss how the meeting went and decide whether to continue with the adoption process. At this point the potential adopter will express whether they are still interested in the bird after meeting them and Feathers Galore will determine whether the potential adopter is the best fit for the bird.  If both are in agreement to proceed with the adoption, the adopter will continue to Step 7.
  7. Step 7 - Adopter will need to provide the following prior to adoption finalization (picture of the cage for the bird, dimensions of the cage to confirm properly sized for the bird, and picture of the space/room the cage will be located).
  8. Step 8 - Adoption Finalization will be completed within 2 weeks of the Meet & Greet appointment (please see the note below for time frames exceeding 2 weeks) - A proper sized carrier will be needed to transport.  Adoption fee is due on this day.  Current Government Issued Photo ID/Driver's License will need to be provided.  Adoption contract will be completed/signed.
  9. Step 9 - Enjoy your new feathered family member!!  

  • Notes: 
  • Feathers Galore is in the EASTERN time zone.  If contacted for a visit, and you are coming from a different time zone, you will need to account for this in your travel time.  Early/late arrivals due to failure to acknowledge the time zone will not be accepted and will be treated as a missed appointment.  
  • As of 9/12/2024: Due to the high number of missed/no call-no shows to appointments, we now require a non-refundable $15 deposit when scheduling your initial meet & greet with a bird.  This fee can be applied toward your adoption fee if adoption is approved/finalized.  If you fail to show for the appointment, your deposit is forfeited and will be considered a donation to the rescue.  If you fail to show for the appointment and have not contacted us PRIOR to your appointment time, your deposit is forfeited and will be considered a donation to the rescue.  You will be required to pay a separate deposit of $15 to reschedule if we are not contacted at least 30 minutes prior to your originally scheduled appointment.  We will not reschedule an appointment more than 1 time.  2 no show/failed appointments will result in your application being denied.  You will have to submit a new application at that time.  We thank you for your understanding!
  • We do not offer visits to the general public.  Feathers Galore is run out of a private residence and visits are limited to only those contacted for a meet & greet appointment.  Thank you for understanding this!
  • Due to the high volume of applications, we cannot contact everyone that submits an application.  We will only contact you if chosen as the potential adopter for the bird indicated on the application.  You are more than welcome to reach out to us if you want to discuss the status of your application. 
  • Being scheduled for a visit does not guarantee adoption.
  • You will have to visit our location 2+ times.  Please GPS the distance from your home to our location: 8655 S Preston Hwy, Lebanon Junction, KY 40150.  You must be willing to commit to this requirement before applying. There are no exceptions to this requirement.  
  • Please note - We will not "hold" a bird for an extended time.  If contacted to schedule a meet & greet, the meet & greet must be scheduled within 1 week of being contacted.  If you are approved for adoption, you will have two weeks from the meet & greet appointment to complete the adoption (unless discussed otherwise prior to the meet & greet appointment).  If you will need longer than two weeks to prepare for the bird after the meet & greet, you will be required to pay boarding fees beyond the 2 week point and will also be asked to pay a non-refundable 50% deposit on the adoption fee. 
ESTIMATED Adoption Fees (subject to change):
  • X-Small (parakeets, finches, etc.) - $10-50+
  • Small (cockatiels, conures, lovebirds, etc.) - $100-250+
  • Medium (ringneck, lorikeet, etc.) - $250-400+
  • Large (small cockatoos, Eclectus, amazon) - $400-600+
  • X-Large (large cockatoos, macaws, African Greys, etc.) - $600-$750+      
Fees will vary for a variety of reasons. 
Fees are non-negotiable. 
The fee does not include a cage or other supplies unless otherwise noted. 

**If a bird is noted as "Pending Adoption", this indicates the bird is in the final stages of adoption.  Adoptions may fail to finalize for a variety of reasons.  Due to this, we will leave the bird on the website and will continue to accept applications for the bird while they are in a "pending" status.  Once adoption is completed, the bird will be removed from the list of adoptable bird and all applications for that bird will be .  If the adoption fails to be completed as scheduled, we will begin reviewing applications for that bird again.  Please do not hesitate to submit an application for a bird that is "Pending Adoption" if you want to be considered in the event the adoption falls through, but also understand that the bird likely has a home/adopter waiting to complete the final adoption steps to take the bird home.   
So you are ready to adopt? 
That is great news! 
Please take the time to review ALL of the information below before submitting an application. The link to see our adoptable birds, our adoption process, our adoption application, and all other adoption related information can be found on this page.   
Review our current adoptable birds here:
https://www.adoptapet.com/shelter/283748-feathers-galore-lebanon-junction-kentucky#available-pets

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION ON THE ADOPT A PET WEBSITE! 
The correct adoption application is linked above.  The "Apply Now" button on the Adopt A Pet website is not for our Application and will not be sent to us.  This external site is simply used to list our adoptable birds in an easy to review format.  All adoption processes are handled directly through us on this website.  Thank you!!