a Refuge for Saving the Wildlife

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	In Defense of Animals - What you can do
	In Defense of Animals - Exotic Birds Campaign Wild parrots are intensely social, unbelievably intelligent, and fly through the forests like swift arrows. Yet, thousands are now being bred for “pets”. They are wild animals and do not deserve a life in captivity. Most parrot guardians are not a
	Avian Welfare - Reporting Bird Abuse and Neglect Parrot abuse and/or neglect can occur anywhere these birds are kept or displayed – pet shops and other retail stores, breeding facilities, bird marts, private homes, hotels, restaurants, rescue facilities, veterinary offices, schools, nursing homes,
	US Dept of Agriculture - Animal Welfare APHIS provides leadership for determining standards of humane care and treatment of animals. APHIS implements those standards and achieves compliance through inspection, education, and cooperative efforts.
	CAPS - Companion Animals Protection Society
	In Defense of Animals Working to protect the rights, welfare and habitats of animals. See the Campaign for Exotic Birds, very informative.
	Avian Welfare Rescource Center Stay informed about important developments and issues impacting birds in captivity and the wild.
	Hugs for Homeless Animals Resource and help center dedicated to homeless and displaced birds and animals.