LARGO - Having an exotic bird for a pet isn't as easy as it sounds. Many new pet owners find their housemate's behavior uncontrollable and decide to give the bird away.
The epidemic of abused, neglected and unwanted companion birds stems from a general lack of knowledge of the commitment and care required for these complex, highly social, and intelligent creatures, said Denise Hosner, co-founder of the Safe Haven Avian Placement Services.
The haven fosters birds and provides rescue, education and permanent placement services for homeless companion birds.
Dozens of the haven's exotic birds - from parakeets to cockatoos and everything in between - will be available for adoption today during an event at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
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