FLORIDA EXOTIC BIRD SANCTUARY INC
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November 10, 2012
Our wonderful cockatoo, Ito, who was part of our family for more than 25 years moved to his new home in January of 2011. We were extremely fortunate to find this sanctuary which we researched and visited before making our selection. I cannot speak highly enough of Pat and her dedication to the birds. She treats each one as a unique individual. Our bird is now a much more relaxed and happy animal and every time I visit I become more reassured that this was the best decision for him. It is a great place with a dedicated wonderful staff and volunteers. We still miss him but know that he is happy and in good hands.
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A lot
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 10, 2012
Ginny M-I am so happy that I was able to find Pat and FEBS. I was the proud parent of 2 african greys and 4 quakers that I loved dearly when my DR. informed me that I had a serious medical condition and had to give up my birds. I was heartbroken; they were my babies and a huge part of our family. I didn't know where to turn until a friend told me about Pat and FEBS. She invited me to visit- I knew as soon as I met her and watched her interact with the other birds that they would be safe and loved. I've visited them on several occasions and know I made the right decision. People who don't have a bird relationship can't totally understand what wonderful creatures they are and how much they deserve the best of care. I owe Pat a world of thanks for helping me to be able to accept the decision I had to make. I would recommend this sanctuary to anyone who has a bird that needs a loving home for whatever reason.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 10, 2012
I am so happy I found FEBS for my blue and gold macaw. I love my bird so much that I wanted her to have a better life with other birds. She was perfectly happy living with me in my apartment but I felt like she yearned for more. I compared several bird sanctuaries but FEBS stood out because of all the pictures they posted and all the information they put on their website. Also, they have a huge flight cage for the macaws so that my bird can actually fly! I talked to the owner and it was obvious she cares deeply for these birds and I knew it was the right place for my parrot. I drove from Jackson, Ms to Wesley Chapel, Fl with no hesitation. I thought my bird would be scared but by the time I was leaving, she was already playing with her toys. The owner sent me pictures and kept me updated about how my bird was adjusting. It's been almost a year and my bird already has a boyfriend! I can breathe a sigh of relief knowing she is well taken care of. Thanks FEBS!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 9, 2012
I searched for years for a new home for my birds. I eventually came accross FEBS and began corresponding with Pat. After a few weeks I decided to drive up to Wesley Chapel and check it out. I was instantly impressed with how much she genuinely cared for these animals and equally impressed that she had turned her entire property into a their sanctuary. After a few months I made the difficult decision to move my Blue & Gold and African Grey up there. I had raised both of them from eggs and had them roughly 17+ years. They were in an outdoor aviary I had built, with plenty of space to move around. Still I wanted more for my caged friends. I wasn't looking for someone to just take over the reponsibility, but rather give them a habitat as close to nature as was possible for a caged bird. The Macaw flight cage is an amazing structure. They are able to fly freely (as they were intended to) and likely have no idea they are "caged" at all. This place is one of a kind, and while I miss them.....I've never regretted my decision. Keep up the good work.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
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2010
November 9, 2012
Our family had to make the difficult decision to give up or Sun Conure, Lois. We searched everywhere for the best possible place for her to live how she should and be happy for the rest of her life. FEBS was the only place that we felt comfortable with and could trust. We drove all the way from Texas with her and she was welcomed with open arms by Pat Norton. Since then we have visited once and talked to Pat several times and Lois is doing wonderful! We are looking forward to the next time we see her! Pat and her staff only have the birds best interest at heart and realize what they mean to you and know this is a life long need. Pat and everyone at FEBS are truly doing an amazing thing! We are so thankful!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 9, 2012
Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary is providing an invaluable service to our avian friends. When we had to make the very difficult decision to find a way to re-home our 2 beloved Macaws, Pat Norton set our hearts free when she agreed to take them at FEBS. They are now living free in the flight cage, and we were able to move forward in life knowing they are loved, well cared for, and most important, living a life as close to the one God intended them to live.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 9, 2012
When we were called to become the pastor of an international church in the Middle East, we really struggled with what to do about our Panama Amazon parrot. We got him in Panama as a very young bird and brought him to the US with in 1994. He was a member of the family. As he got older, it had become a desire of ours that he live someplace where he could be cared for and that he would be able to just be a bird. After much research, we found that place in the Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary. The staff was terrific and the move was made pretty easy. We were able to visit them once more before we left the country and found everything just as they promised it would be. We receive periodic updates that reaffirm us in the decision we made. The commitment of Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary matches ours for our bird. He is well taken care of, is adjusting well, and is just being a bird in his new family and community.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 8, 2012
I can not say enough wonderful things about The Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary INC. I had to make the hard decision to do what was best for my 22 year old African Grey and put my emotions and feelings aside. I did a TON of research and found my way to The Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary INC. Not only did they, Patricia, take my sweet Harley with open arms, she also embraced me with tears flowing. Harley receives the most wonderful care at the sanctuary. To see her and all the others in free flight aviaries is the most wonderful sight in the world. We visit as often as we can and are so thankful that there is an organization like this one.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 8, 2012
I researched to find a home for my beloved ring necked parakeet. He lived with me for 15 years, ever since he was hatched. It was painful to see him go but I can rest in peace knowing he is in a loving home that is knowledgeable about his needs. I'm so happy to have found such a great place where he has other bird friends. It will good to see him and the staff at Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary when I visit.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
A lot
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Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Quite well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 8, 2012
My wife and I were moving overseas over a year ago and one of the toughest decisions we had to make was to locate a nice home for our 15-year old Citron Cuckatoo, Nikki. We screened an individual who appeared to be a responsible and parrot-loving person, but after a month or so, we found out that Nikki was not taken care of as he should, so we got him back quickly. We had 3 months left before moving, so we scrambled trying to find an alternate home for him. I saw FEBS online and it was only 5 minutes drive to where we lived. We visited the sanctuary and spoke to Pat and felt Nikki would live happily among other well taken care of parrots. We made a donation to the sanctuary and Nikki was taken there. We visited him several times before we moved overseas, and Pat and her staff really took good care of him. We are so appreciative Pat has built and managing such a wonderful place and we are very happy that Nikki has found a wonderful home.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
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