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STARescue was founded by Sharyn and Gary Miller as a non-profit corporation for the rescue of small caged birds and parrots. Our sole purpose is to provide quality care and love for homeless and special needs pet birds. There are a myriad of reasons why people give up their companion birds–some by choice, some not. Many new caretakers don't realize they are high-maintenance animals, or their new pet's life expectancy can average from 10 to 80 years or more depending on their species. Sometimes, when illness, death, divorce, new partners, household moves, financial problems, or numerous other changes in a caretaker's life happen, their bird has to be placed. Often the caretakers cannot bear to "sell" their bird. It's their child, a member of the family, and once ownership changes, they're out of the picture forever. Throughout their "child's" lifetime, they could be sold 20 or more times. Or they may decide to release their feathered loved one, who has only eaten seed from a bag , into a dangerously cruel, seedless world. Sadly, both of these options can cause a beloved avian companion to face a sad, bleak and very terrifying future. Under the best of circumstances, it is a heartbreaking decision. If you are reading this page then you have already come to the difficult decision to give up your beloved "child" for what ever reason. We understand that it was not easy for you to make this decision.
That's where we step in. We, at Southeast Texas Avian Rescue, do our best to make this decision as comfortable as possible. We will interview you, and gather any and all information about your bird and the lifestyle it is use to. If there is a situation that can be rectified to where you are able to keep your bird, provide the best of care and not place it, then we are all happy. If there is no other solution but placing your bird in a new home, then we make this as comfortable on you, and the bird, as we can. We will gladly give you as much information about us, and how we operate, as you wish. You have a right to know all about the organization that promises to take good care of your beloved pet. Please call if you have any questions. This form can be downloaded by right clicking
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Please fill out and bring it with you when you come. You must bring this form with you, filled out and signed. Sharyn & Gary Miller
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