If you love exotic birds as much as I do, then The Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary is the place for you. They are dedicated to the care and well-being of your feathered love ones. This sanctuary is very clean and well maintained... it looks and sounds like you're in the rainforest as you hear the sounds of each parrot and the other exotic birds in the large outdoor facility. The Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary does not breed, sell, trade, or offer for adoption the birds in their care. This will become your feathered friends definitive home surrounded by other friendly parrots just as it was meant to be. Both Pat, Bob and the rest of the staff love these birds and do their best to care for the over 700 exotic birds in their care. I would be more than happy to leave my fine feathered friend here if I need to and I'm sure you would too! read more

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Rats, lack of medical care, poor diets, unfiltered tap water, mold, and mixing bird species placed in the same cage and attacking other birds are just some of the things that bird owners should be aware of when thinking of placing their bird in this facility. The intake room where the bird is kept in their cage for 3 to 6 months isn't bad. The problem is when the birds go outside. They throw the smaller birds together and put a dog tag with the bird's name and owner info on the outside of the cage. When there are 50 birds in one cage that all look alike, how do they know which bird is which? Disabled birds (missing a leg, for example) and birds deemed "no-flight" - different species that attacked or maimed other species of birds (that should never have been placed together in the first place) are kept in their small cage indoors indefinitely. For something that isn't the bird's fault. Ask how many birds die every month in their care. Our bird was there outdoors for less than 3 months. He was attacked on more than 4 occasions by other species of birds that we advised them were aggressive. Every time, they pulled the birds out, but only after they attacked our bird and other birds. Our beautiful bird suffered a bite to his foot - more a permanent scar, and we had to notify them that his foot was bleeding for them to treat it. He suffered gashes to his head from attacks by other species of birds. Our concerns were ignored. Then our bird received a deep gash just above his eye, prone to a nasty infection that could get to his eye. Again, we advised them that his head had a deep gash and was bleeding. The owner stated it was nothing and refused to even put antibiotic on it. Then they tried to ban us from visiting him. Only after we sent a letter, listing in detail all the false promises that we were told during the initial visit and threatening legal action, did they tell us that his injury was treated. However, it was treated three days after the attack. Two lies we were told during the initial visit were that a standard pellet diet would be provided, with seeds given as a treat only on Fridays. I observed and voiced concern that the diet given every day consisted mostly of seeds and macaroni. Every time I complained about the diet, they promised to change it. I even offered to buy the pellets, but the owner continued to blame the volunteers for the "mess-up." We were also told that our bird would be placed in a new aviary cage with only birds of his own species. However, our bird, and only one other bird of the same species, were the only same species in a cage of approximately 27 birds.. Afterwards stressing to the owner that this is not what we were promised, they moved two more of the same species into the cage. Definitely not enough for the birds to create their own flock - which they need to protect themselves and live a happy life. After the last attack, we became increasingly concerned for the health and welfare of our bird. We removed him from the sanctuary and brought him to the next appointment available with an aviary veterinarian four days later. Lab results taken revealed that our bird had very high bile acid results that were consistent with liver disease, which, if not recognized in time, can be fatal. It should be noted that diets composed of mainly seeds and peanuts are commonly associated with fatty liver disease in pet birds. One of the things I noticed were that they often provided peanuts to the birds to bring them up to the front of the cage as an attraction to the paying visitors m. Our bird's condition was the result of either his diet, unfiltered water, mold in the rocks below (where the bird scavenge for food), or rat feces, or a combination of all four. The vet wanted to put him in medication but I asked for a month to give him his normal pellets, which is the standard diet for our parrot species. The vet agreed, and exactly one month after bringing him home and reverting to his normal diet, our bird's blood results all came back normal. Blood results don't lie. Please make an informed choice. read more

We have a medium sulfur-crested cockatoo that we're very attached to. After much thought, we realized we couldn't give him the level of attention he truly deserves -- and knowing he would likely outlive us, we wanted to find him a wonderful forever home. We visited two sanctuaries that just didn't feel right, but then we discovered the Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary in Hudson. He's been there for about two years now, and we know he's very happy. He lives in a large flight cage with other birds and seems to be thriving. We visit him about once a month, and every time we do, we feel completely at ease knowing we made the right decision. read more

Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary - Willow and his friends in his large flight cage - Animal Shelters Near Me - Hudson, Florida

Really neat place. The volunteers are very sweet and the range of species they care for are impressive and interesting.

My friends and I had so much fun, we barely got settled into our car when we planned our next visit, and then for days afterwards were reliving the visit and showing pics to our friends. First off, how often do you visit a zoo or sanctuary where you are greeted by an enthusiastic chorus of HELLLOO along with some excited head bobbing? The parrots here are obviously well cared for (they have clean cages, heat lamps and a hurricane shelter is being built) and happy. They are extremely friendly, well, some are, and curious. Whenever we walk near to the cage to take a picture, three or four other parrots will inch close. It takes the hardest restrain not to reach out and pat them. Our tour guide is a volunteer at the sanctuary, and knows the parrots well and tirelessly answered all our questions and patiently waited as we spend too much time with the parrots. Thanks for such a great time, and definitely will be back! read more

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Absolutely enjoyed our tour! Loved seeing and learning about all the birds and their journey to Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary. Best of all I loved Tango! He was the star of the sancrusty! read more

Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary - Animal Shelters Near Me - Hudson, Florida

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see a lot of beauty and character in one place! From sun conures to macaws and even a toucan, the number and variety of parrots is amazing! I got an excellent tour from Grayson, who was very knowledgable, friendly and happy to answer my many questions; his dedication to parrots reflects the vibe of the whole sanctuary. The birds are well-cared for and the staff takes pains to integrate the parrots into their new home, as they are owner surrenders. Birds that like the company of many other birds are in communal enclosures, while those that prefer the company of only one other bird are slowly introduced to potential new buddies! I couldn't help but smile when groups of birds approached and talked or squawked or repeated their learned behaviors just inches in front of me! I was concerned that I wouldn't enjoy this visit because I prefer to see birds as wild creatures, but I felt that they found a safe, healthy alternative to being sold or given to another person who isn't equipped to meet their special diets and needs. Pat, the owner, has an obvious passion and dedication to the welfare of the parrots. I can't wait to go back! read more

A friend of mine and I decided to visit the Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary, by a guided scheduled tour. We could not have been more impressed with this amazing facility. They do not breed, sell, trade or offer adoption of the birds but instead provide a permanent home for these amazing creatures. A true sanctuary!! The staff could not have been more pleasant and the animals truly touched us. Well worth the visit and donation to an incredible place!!! read more

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This company sells and breeds your bird!! They are a huge scam. Said they wouldn't take my bird because "he would be cold" (he had plucked some feathers on his chest from stress) when the reality is that he would not be profitable. This sanctuary needs to be shut down for misleading information. If you hope to place your bird in a long term home, do NOT take your pet to this place. Thousands of birds placed here have gone missing and the owners visit back and are given BS excuses. Do the research. Avoid this place at all costs read more

I had the pleasure of volunteering at Florida Bird Sanctuary this weekend. I had no idea this place was here. It is off of US 19 and ends on a dirt road. The place is amazing. When I pulled up I saw huge bird cages and hundreds of tropical birds. The facility looked very clean and well kept. I was greeted by staff who were all very nice. She immediately took me around and gave me a tour of all the birds. So many different tropical birds and they all could tell I was new because they were certainly showing off. African greys , McCaws , Parrots and much more. They all were talking and singing up a storm. I felt like I was in the tiki room at Disney. Every day the birds are fed watered and cleaned. They have special rooms for different situations. The birds are well taken care of. If a bird is sick they are right there to the rescue taking care of it immediately. All the birds are individually named and the staff knows each one by the specific name! They have their own personalities and seem to really enjoy their atmosphere! Florida exotic bird sanctuary schedules tours and is always looking for volunteers! Can't wait to go back read more

This is an amazing saunctuary. The work and dedication that is put into this place is amazing. Pat Norton is so dedicated. It just keeps getting better. read more

My wife & I took 8 kids to the Sanctuary, the kids ages were 5 to 15. We all love it! Mr. Bob gave us a tour of the sanctuary and told us about all the different types of parrots. He is very passionate about the birds and it shows. He taught the kids things about parrots and at dinner time that night the kids were excited to answer questions I asked about parrots. Me. Bob made sure each kid got a feather from a bird too. It was a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours in the morning and well worth the 1.5 hour drive (1 way) to get there. We are planning another trip next spring to visit again. When your there, make sure you pet Jack the dog too. read more