Wings of Love Bird Haven Inc

Excellent rescue with selfless volunteers to help forgotten parrots find their new homes.

Wings of love is so great. I’ve been fortunate to volunteer here for over 2 years now. So many birds need love and attention; and that is what wings of love provides.

I have been Facebook connected to Wings of Love for several years now. I live too far to foster, adopt or even volunteer but several times a year I revisit the website in the hope that I could make any of this work.
Hopefully, this comment regarding my virtual experiences will count toward them receiving a GNP designation because I would not be giving my time so often to peruse and reconsider most organizations out there in my quest to be an advocate for and/or owner of a pet bird.
They clearly have the best interests of their birds in place at the foundation of everything they do and this is clear in their requirements, etc.
If I can "see this" online over a significant amount of time as I have, I really believe they are worthy of this designation.

I recently moved to Texas and started volunteering at Wings of Love Bird Haven. Immediately, I was impressed by De and her knowledge and dedication to the birds.

Most people who get parrots have no idea what challenges they will face in sharing their home with a highly social, intelligent WILD animal and sadly, so many of them bounce around from home to home. De prevents that cycle from continuing by thoroughly screening adopters and making sure that they are set up for success and matched with the right bird. (Some people might complain that the application is long and detailed, but a person who isn’t willing to fill out an adoption application probably won’t be willing to do all the work required to properly care for a parrot.) It’s also part of the adoption contract that, if for any reason, the adoption doesn’t work out the bird must come back to the Haven, thereby keeping birds safe and off sites like Craigslist.

While at the Haven, birds receive a nutritious fresh diet and specialty care from board-certified avian veterinarians. Their cages are kept clean and filled with toys and they get ample socialization from the daily volunteers.

There are not nearly enough parrot rescues out there to meet the need and sadly, until people stop buying baby birds, that is likely to continue to be the case for many years. Now that the Haven has moved to its new property, they have the ability to take in more unwanted birds and do community outreach events to educate people on proper parrot care.

This is a phenomenal organization and I’m proud to be a volunteer here. Donors should know that every single dollar goes to good use in providing the best care to the parrots and getting them ready for life in their future adoptive homes.

Wings of Love Bird Haven is a wonderful organization that prioritizes the health of every single bird that enters the rescue. Each bird is assessed and tested when they arrive at the Haven before entering a quarantine period. Fresh chop diets are made daily and customized for every single bird based on their individual needs. The Haven offers a forever home for each bird, whether that be a forever home at the Haven or helping the bird find their forever home with an adopter. It is incredible to witness the positive impact this organization has offered and continues to offer these birds.

After about 18 years of being run from a residential home, Wings of Love Bird Haven was finally able to move onto acreage and begin building a professional facility. As a donor, adviser, volunteer and parrot rescuer myself, I can attest to the fact that this rescue/sanctuary is run with full passion. As with most rescue organizations, limited funds force you to be both creative and give everything of yourself in order to provide the animals the best care possible. I find that this rescue places the bird's well being first and does great due diligence before adopting parrots out to new homes.
The facility is great, the Bird Haven has a commercial kitchen with walk-in cooler, a med room, laundry facility and at the time of this review, two large bird rooms which can be completely hosed down and disinfected if need be. The HVAC has a special filter to filter out the dander and keep the air as fresh as possible. They also have an onsite apartment for a bird keeper, storage facilities for cages and toys, and acreage to expand.
Recently, an intake/observation building was constructed which boasts individual bird rooms with separate air conditioning and filtration. This is where new birds go into for a full health assessment and observation while blood work is performed by the vet lab. In my opinion, the Bird Haven operates at the level of a zoo with strict hygiene and safety protocols.
I hope many of you fellow donors will help them to build sanctuary aviaries and other facilities on the 10 acres in order to be able to provide a home to more parrots in need as well as help owners, who are no longer able to care for their birds, find a permanent quality home for their loved Parrots.
Great rescue, I strongly recommend it. To my knowledge it is currently (year 2021) the only rescue in the Dallas-Fort Worth are of north Texas where there is a dire need for more capacity. Visit them some time and if you can, help with a donation. Robert.

Wings of Love cares about their birds. They have a wonderful aviary area so the birds can get some fresh air and sunshine on nice days. Volunteers interact with the birds on a daily basis. Also, they go through lengths to make sure they place the bird with the right family.

Winds of love is the best little parrot community in texas. I've met some incredible people and even more incredible parrots. You simply will not find a better place to adopt/rehome/volunteer or donate to.
I discovered this nonprofit (15?) Years ago and they've never ceased to amaze me. Take a moment to visit you will not be disappointed!

In 2020 I was inspired to donate money to support the Haven during the pandemic. Later on, I had the opportunity to visit as a volunteer. I was pleased to find the place clean, organized, spacious, and lively with species of parrot I had only ever seen in pictures. Cleaning was my first duty as a volunteer, so I now understand the regular commitment of time and effort required to keep the Haven so tidy. It is my pleasure to support an organization so dedicated to providing quality of life for its avian residents.

Wonderful place to adopt and volunteer! Nice people, beautiful birds, and a clean- well run facility. We have volunteered here and my daughter is planning on adopting soon. I am so happy that we have the option to adopt a bird, instead of buying from a breeder(which we would never do). I admire the fore thought, hard work, planning, and heart this place has:)

I am a volunteer at Wings of Love Bird Haven. I have been with them for several months, and this rescue is the very best. The care, love, and everything else is above and beyond.

I heard about Wings Of Love from Kookaburra pet store(excellent store!) after I lost my Congo African Gray of over 30 years(raised him from 3 1/2 months old!) to Bornavirus/PDD-a terrible, terminal disease w/no cure, and little known facts into the cause even! Heartbroken does not begin to describe the loss of my companion, and unfortunately, there are many 'triggers' that I can't bring myself to get rid of, still in my house.The depression was/is like nothing I imagined, even though he lived for three months past the diagnosis.The weight and sadness of the day I had to put him down will never leave me. Gladly I took the first step and contacted De-she invited me out(I went with great trepidation-not wanting a 'replacement'..but to my amazement-in talking with De and interacting with several birds-i found some joy returning to my life! I started by sponsoring several birds(still not sure I'm ready to adopt another parrot-although I have a couple favorites-Sophie and Keto) I then decided to increase my participation and began volunteering weekly. It has pulled me out of my depression(most times) and my only regret is when I leave!. Every day spent there is rewarding on many levels(giving back) and educational-i learn from the birds, other volunteers,Alison,and OF course -De. I cannot stress enough what a mammoth undertaking this rescue island it takes alt of love to keep it going, and believe me-i see that each time I'm there. It's a lot of workout rewarding to see the smiles on the birds' faces( ok, they can't smile, but most talk, and when you walk into a room and are greeted by several enthusiastic cries of 'hi,' or 'hello' I can tell they are glad to see me, and I ,them..this was probably pretty long, but if you get anything out of this-donate if you can, volunteer when you can(pandemic allowing) and consider adopting a 'used' bird instead of a baby.









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I came to this rescue based on reviews and recommendations. This was my first formal adoption as most of my pets came from a veterinarian hospital I previously worked for. I felt they really made me jump threw hoops to be able to adopt from them (I have an extensive background in animal work and research). The Director of the rescue has had very poor communication skills with me during this process; emails with no name or signature, not responding to the email chain already in progess. I found this to be very unprofessional given the supposed status of this rescue organization. Once I was given the green light to come pick up my new family member, I signed their form that stated the bird did not have any illnesses, but as they had lost her file during a move they could not provide proof of testing or even how long they had her in their care. I had an immediate liking to this particular parrot, and visiting the facility did not raise any immediate red flags, so I moved forward with the adoption.
After I got the parrot home, she began to show signs of a respiratory infection. She was taken to a vet for this to be checked out and an overall checkup. During the checkup, the vet found she had an enlarged proventriculus. The vet was concerned she may have Chlamydia (respiratory infection) and Bornavirus. I relayed this back to the rescue as these are contagious and wanted them to be aware of this issue as they have other parrots in their care. I was met with pushback on this information, that it could not be possible for her to have Chlamydia and they just had no idea about the digestive issue. And them telling me to find a new vet because they "didn't approve" of the one I was seeing, telling me that the bornavirus test that was done was "not the best one" and that "it didn't mean much". They also had the audacity to tell me that they were MORE upset than I was since they would have to close down and test all the birds. They do not get to be more upset than I am. I adopted a supposedly healthy bird, only to find out the exact opposite.
I only care about my bird. And in the first month of having her, I have had to consider finding her a new home due to potential medical care costs, I have nearly lost her to the digestive disease and had to have "the talk" about her quality of life. I have spent hundreds of dollars trying to find out what has caused her poor health and giving several medications a day to get her healthy again.
I am only giving 1 star as the rescue did refund my adoption fee. They also provided $100 towards the first vet bill, but since I have had 3 more since then it only helped a tiny bit. This has been an incredibly emotional adoption. Something that no new pet owner should go through. I am in love with this parrot and can only hope we can maintain her healthy state, but I will never use or recommend this rescue group as they don't seem to know that much about the birds in their care.

Wings of Love is a very special place. They’re goal is not just to find a home for displaced parrots, but to find their forever home. They are very particular for where the birds are placed and the care they will be given. I am very proud to be a volunteer for Wings of Love and the work that I get to be a part of.

Wonderful place. The birds are well taken care of and everyone who volunteers loves the birds. They are careful as to who adopts . I adopted my 2 conures over the a year ago and they are happy, healthy birds. The place is clean and the birds are well fed and handled to keep them socialized! I recommend wings of love to anyone that is wanting to adopt a parrot. Very impressed with their knowledge !
Toni Formby

We adopted our Conure, Little Peanut, from Wings of Love Bird Haven after the devastating loss of our first bird. We found the organization on Facebook and decided to volunteer to get to know the values of this charity.
I can’t express enough how incredible both the charity and De, the woman behind it are. From the safety & sanitation precautions taken before entering the facility to volunteer to the questionnaire & education required before adopting a parrot. They have thought of everything.
You can tell the birds are loved and very well cared for. From the time they are surrendered they start being rehabilitated: changed to healthy diets, medically taken care of, socialized with other birds & people, etc. The birds all have toys in their cages, which are kept clean, with water & snacks. They even receive outdoor (large screened in area) play time in the sun light.
We love our Little Peanut so much and are so very happy that we’ve found this place. Weather you’re surrendering, adopting, donating, or volunteering...you can trust that you’ve chosen the best. I 100% recommend Wings of Love Bird Haven.

I have been working with these amazing beauties for the last few months and have fell so in love with all of their personalities. The haven is dedicated to not only the wellbeing and health of these incredible birds, but also in teaching the public. It is an honor to get to work beside the director and board to make these babies lives the best they can be until their forever family comes to meet them :)

I have been volunteering with my wife and have got to meet the incredible birds at the haven. They are so loved and they know it. It is so amazing to learn about everyone and how they learn so quickly. The haven is such a great place for not only the birds but for their families as well.

I worked almost 2 years part time helping with the birds. I learned first hand how demanding De is in providing the safest and best of care for the parrots she is kind enough to take on and re home. Her dedication is almost 24 hrs a day seeing to every detail from medicine and care to entertainment and needs. This is the place to find and bring a bird for rehoming and definitely one to support

Wings of Love Bird Haven is a bird rescue that offers excellent and loving care to the too many parrots who have lost their home for one reason or another. De makes sure that these poor beings, who are so intelligent and very complex, are given love, healthy diets and much needed stimulation until a loving forever home can be found that is just perfect for them.

I've been a supporter of The Wings of Love Bird Haven for the past 9 years. De along with her board members and volunteers do an amazing job of taking care of and finding homes for parrots in need. This is not an easy task as each parrot is an individual with its own personality. Matching up the right bird with the right person/household is crucial to the longterm happiness of all. Until that match is made, The Wings of Love Bird Haven must care for the birds and meet their needs. Proper housing, enrichment, a nutritious diet, and veterinary care are all provided, which is ongoing and expensive. I am confident that every cent I give to The Wings of Love Bird Haven is well spent and goes directly to the birds.

De has been absolutely committed to this Charity's objective. I admire her tenacity to care for companion birds who experience "troubles" that disrupt their lives, regardless of back story. Since adopting my own little bird, I became aware of the sad fact that in times of "crises", the companion bird is frequently the first to "go". De offers these animals a safe haven, and she is committed to educating the general public about the demands and rewards of bringing a companion bird into one's home. She and her charitable cause are a blessing to all bird owners in north-central Texas.

Wings of Love is one of the most incredible rescues I have ever been to. The care they have for these birds is beyond what you can imagine! They educate the public on the care needed and help people who are thinking of adopting and those who already live with parrots whenever they can!
If there were more than 5 stars, i would rate this organization even higher!

Wonderful parrot organization. I adopted my parrot from there. They are very clean and conscientious about diet. They work very hard to carry out their mission.

I followed this non profit for years before I started contributing to it and before I met the board and birds.
It's committed to safe long term adoptions of its birds but it also works to provide a beautiful place for the community to learn and work or donate their time and talent. It's a true sanctuary for birds and the people who love them.

I have been in contact with De since the quarantine began,(when I found this rescue), and she has been very responsive, helpful and responsible during this time.
Once I began to research Wings if Love, and realized it has been in existence for about 17 years, my confidence in their care and love of the birds was affirmed.
I plan on continuing discussion and waiting for the bird that needs me and chooses me through this rescue.

Wings of Love Bird Haven is simply a blessing for both the birds and the adopters. I love my Sweet Thing U2 more than I could have ever imagined and thank the Haven for taking such great care of so many birds in need.

De is wonderful. Loving and caring. The birds at this facility are so well cared for, fed an amazing diet, given sunshine and foraging and toys. Fantastic rescue.

Wings of Love Bird Haven is a much needed sanctuary for parrots of all kinds. De has given not just her time, which is VERY knowledgeable and professional, but also her heart to these fortunate birds. She does not cut corners, but gives her all in rehabilitating abused and homeless birds, as well as training and vetting potential owners. She stresses that the birds are intelligent, demanding and long lived, so ownership goes only to committed caring people who will interact with and treat these deserving birds as family. A win/win situation. HURRAY & KUDOS to Wings of Love Bird Haven!!!

Wings of love bird haven is an amazing place for homeless birds! The care they receive is top notch! You can tell how much love the birds receive by the time and detail to care that Dee gives these animals! A top notch place to find your forever pet bird!

This is an amazing caring loving place for birds while they find their home. De's commitment is above and beyond anything I've seen at any rescue. First and foremost it's about the birds. Can't say enough good things about De. She is the best!

The amazing Love and Care that the staff give to every bird there is beyond belief..I have never seen a better run Rescue in my life.. what loving.caring.giving people..

Great place to visit and adopt a parrot, I have had my second hand bird 5 years, couldn't love her more! Staff is friendly and dedicated.

The best rescue in Tx! They go above and beyond with all aspects of husbandry for the parrots - amazing large CLEAN cages, amazing diet, many toys & perches, training, and a very detailed adoption process to make sure these birds get a forever home!

Amber Gallo

wings of love is a great place birds are very well taken care of fac.are top notch met 2 birds i adopted there mojo . and sony dee works with the birds every day ,from the time she frist started with small birds to what she has now...

Wings of Love Bird Haven is an extremely worthwhile cause. De's dedication to parrots needing a sanctuary is very inspiring. Looking after one parrot requires a lot of responsibility. Looking after twenty or more at a time is life-altering in the extreme, yet she happily gives herself to the cause.

I haven't been a volunteer for very long, but I look forward to helping Wings of Love out in the future, and perhaps bringing home a feathered friend of my own.

Wings of Love Bird Haven has placed so many parrots into new families across Texas.
It's a one-of-a-kind organization that regards the welfare of the bird above all else.

Amazing people who love birds and take amazing care of these poor babies that have no homes. If you are looking to adopt check them out. If you can't adopt and want to help care for these beautiful animals this is the place that you should donate to!

I am very impressed with the thoroughness of the Wings of Love Bird Haven adoption process. They make sure the adopter is a good match for the bird they are adopting.

Wings of Love Bird haven located in Red Oak, Texas is a great place to volunteer and learn about birds to keep them healthy and the correct diet their needs. It's very importance to use bird friendly cleaning products for their health. Birds like their special time with our workers and their free time. I enjoy seeing the birds happy and content for they are special.

DeAnn is always looking for ways to improve life for the birds she cares for and ensuring she can provide for their future. She runs a tight ship making sure they receive everything they need. She is a hard worker who gives it her all to provide a soft landing place and any parrot that lands in her care is extremely lucky.

Birds are now being abandoned at alarming rates and Wings of Love serves an important role in their rescue and rehabilitation. A lot of love and care go into each and every rescue.

Just wanted to share my experience with Birds Haven. This organization is truly amazing! There are far too many places that called themselves sanctuaries/rescues, but do not uphold those values. Wings of Love is a true sanctuary that deeply cares and opens their arms to all of their foster birds.

My family was unsure about which bird to adopt. De listened to our needs and introduced us to the most amazing companion! Then it happened! 3 months ago I adopted a Maximilian Pionus, Mr. Wally and I will never look back. I can't express my joy with our newest family member! His personality grows everyday as he gain confidence. It is very obvious that he was very well taken care of during his time at Wings of Love. De and her staff work relentlessly to ensure that all of their birds are happy and healthy and if I ever have questions, De is only a phone call away.

I'm ashamed to say that bird lover and volunteer though I am, I did not find out about De, Samantha, and the rest of the amazing crew at Wings of Love until I was searching for a new feathered friend in my life. The Haven is such an excellent, dedicated organization that is operated by people who truly love what they do and recognize the importance of it. I am happy to say that I was lucky enough to be entrusted with a bird from their care and have adopted him. Samantha and De continue to be available for any questions and assistance and are quick to offer support. Truly an inspiring place and one I hope to be more involved with in the future. The adoption process was thorough and well-paced and De's facility was a parrot-lover's dream. Whether you're looking to volunteer at a meaningful organization, curious about learning about parrots, or open to adoption--there's likely no better place to visit than Wings of Love.

Wings of Love has earned my ultimate respect as a caring, effective organization. So many birds have been given a second chance in life because if the generous spirit of De and all of the volunteers that she organizes to do incredible work.

My husband volunteered at Wings of Love and always had stories about the birds he encountered. My husband is now passed away but we have a blue & gold McCaw that is very smart and talented.

I want to praise Wings of Love for their email newsletter. It is very informative with tips on caring and feeding different types of birds, showcasing different birds that are available to adopt and how to adopt and take care of that particular bird.

I was told of this nonprofit from a friend who has birds and believes that this nonprofit is doing a great job. They spend their donated money to help birds who have no other place to go. Very heartbreaking.

This organization has done a lot of great things for these very poor birds. They know that I am waiting for an Congo African Grey with certain concesssions and they are very ready to tell me about every grey they get.

These caring individuals truly do this all for the love of these precious birds they rescue and care for .

I created about 500 toys (hanging parrot toys, small take-out cartons that contain a shelled nut inside, and other toys for toddlers) and I also donated several tools so other volunteers can create and continue making toys as the parrots need them.
It was my intention to give them the necessary tools so they could use their own creative imaginations to carry on with making toys for the parrots now, and in the future.

De is very knowledgable in the proper care of parrots. She is attentive to their needs as well as educating other people to their needs. Make an appointment to meet her and the birds and take advantage of her knowledge.

De and Bird Haven came to my families rescue earlier this year when my sister unfortunately passed away. She had two beautiful African Greys. My sister's husband was in a nursing home due to illness and unable to care of the birds. He also passed away in June. Between the wonderful neighbors and my sisters and I we cared for the birds. Unfortunately we were all traveling across Texas in order to keep this up. I read about De and the Bird Haven Sanctuary and decided to send an email for some guidance on what we could do. De immediately sent me her phone number and said to call her. I did and the birds were picked up and put into very loving hands. I'm so happy to say that both birds have already been adopted out to new owners. I know my sister and her husband are up there smiling knowing their sweet little girls are in loving homes again.

Awesome work helping birds in need. Great to see people who want to help

Hello I am a volunteer in the red oak area I have been volunteering at wings if love bird haven since 2010 and also adopted my sun counure from there.they do a amazing job meeting the birds daily needs.they spend a lot of time finding differ t toys for the birds to enjoy and make sure they are adopted into wonderful homes! This rescue is truly wonderful and I am blessed to be able to volunteer here on a weekly basis. Thank you.

Great organization that does awesome work for the birds often times with limited resources.

Wings of Love Bird-Haven has been a part of my life since it's inception. No less then 1000 birds have found their way through this facility. Hundreds and hundreds of satisfied bird lovers with real stories to share. If you have a heart for birds, this is the place to invest your volunteer time and financial support.

Wings of Love Bird Haven does good work. I have volunteered there for nearly a year and this is a loving place for birds to stay while waiting to be adopted. The people here truly care about and love the parrots that stay there. Not only that, but they know about parrots and give them the best care possible. Prospective families are taught what to expect from parrots because when a parrot goes home, it is supposed to be forever. I am not just saying this to be nice. I believe in the work that is done at The Haven, and if I saw anything I thought was wrong, I would be the first in line to talk about it. My own bird have benefited from the work done at The Haven as I have learned better ways to care for my own personal four feathered friends.

Ruth

Bird Haven is amazing! They have rescued so many parrots, are always careful to quarantine the new birds and go the extra mile for each bird. De, the director, has a unique talent with parrots and works hard to help those birds with behavior problems. She truly cares about the birds and provides them individual attention every day. Adopting parents are screened carefully to ensure they are a good match with the parrot and will provide the parrot with a loving home. I HIGHLY recommend this charity!

I called to inquire about rescuing a parakeet and spent time talking with De. She asked me questions that helped not only her but myself realize how open I was to adopting a parrot. She introduced me to Taz, a nine year old quaker parrot who has brought such a joy to my household. I feel so thankful that De made such a wonderful match. She is a very gifted and caring individual. The bird world is lucky to have her.

Wings of Love is well organized, dedicated, educational and commited to caring for the birds that it takes in. Dee is truly an amazing human being. She works tirelessley and is so comitted to the health and welfare of the birds she takes in and allows to be adopted from the rescue. I've adopted two parrots from this organization and just can't say enough good things.

We were part of your, rescue two years ago. We decided to keep
our little Timnah Gray [Sammi] after rescue.

De, you are a wonderful Bird Lover! Thank You for your efforts!
You are welcome to Austin Parrots Society anytime you come
to Austin!

WINGS OF LOVE is a necessity due to the misfortune of these birds, through no fault of their own. Most people do not think about the fact that many of these birds outlive dogs many times over. De has the perfect temperment, personality, and outlook for this important work. I am very thankful this organization exists and hope that the need for it will decrease at some point in the future. Until then, I encourage anyone who can help with support in any way, will do so as soon as possible.

About two years ago I had to leave Dallas for professional reasons. We were the happy owners of a wonderful black headed Caique, called Ravi. Our new journey would take us to the Hawaiian Island of Maui, while filling out paperwork for our two dogs Lola and Kasimir and our cockatiel Pancho, we soon realized that Ravi was on the not allowed avian list. This was a shock to us. My husband had already signed the contract for his new job and saved guaranteed his position for the next two years.
We were very sad and frustrated, we did not know what to do. I tried to call the Dallas Zoo, the Fort Worth Zoo, the Dallas Aquarium and inquire about options to donate Ravi. I am from Europe, I had some friends in Dallas, but mostly dog lovers without any avian experience.
DeAnn from Bird Haven was the only one able and willing to help. She arranged a board meeting, Ravi's case was discussed and shortly before I left I was able to foster him at her avian sanctuary. By now he was successfully adopted out and so she tells me, loves his new parents. It is still heart breaking for me, but I should have his happiness in mind. I just hope one day, I can see him again and let him know that I love him.

Earlier this year I adopted Sonny and Cher through Wings of Love Bird Haven. De walked me through becoming educated BEFORE I went to pick up my babies. She worked to make sure that I was making an educated decision to make the transition not just good for the babies, but also for my family. I had the chance to meet De and think that she is an amazing woman who works very hard for the birds.
If I lived closer I would so be there to lend a hand to her.

This is a fantastic group to work with. It is all about what is best for the birds. From starting in Quarantine, to daily diet, to finding the perfect home.

I have worked with them to get the word out in the Avian Community for almost two years now. From setting up cage donations to fund raising when possible De does it all for the birds. And she makes the little bit of money go a very long way.

Wings of Love Bird Haven is a wonderful resource for both birds and people.

Wings of Love is an amazing nonprofit run by a terrific and caring person. De has a way with birds, and it shows through they're development and recovery at the Haven. I wish I had more resources to show my support for Wings of Love; it definitely deserves it!

De Waggoner, who founded and runs Wings of Love Bird Haven, is one of the most dedicated and caring people I know! She is a tireless advocate for parrots and continually goes above and beyond in her efforts to feed, protect and find new forever homes for her feathered charges! Despite the financial challenges facing Wings of Love and indeed, all animal rescues, De cultivates a dedicated group of sponsors and volunteers who together help her provide a healthy and happy environment for the parrots in her care. She was recently called upon to take charge of 20 + parrots rescued from two hoarding situations, one in Texas and another in Tennessee. I enjoy volunteering for Wings of Love and plan to escalate my commitment to the group when my last child leaves for college next year.

Annette Pipes

The Wings of Love bird Haven is an organization committed to the welfare of all birds that enter their doors. The birds are very well cared for. Cages are kept clean, they get a fresh diet of wholesome foods as well as lots of attention. De and her staff work to make sure that the Haven is a safe place until the birds can find forever homes. It has been my privilege to work with De at parrot training seminar and raise funds for the Haven. The Haven is a place of Love and Compassion as well as a refuge for un-homed parrots.

I am truly honored to be a member of the board for Wings of Love. I have learned so much from De and she has made me a better birdie mom. I respect the amount of effort put into providing each bird with the best possible diet and environment. Not many bird rescues will go to the work of all the fresh, organic fresh foods and sprouts. I have also met so many great people through my role with WOL, it has been a rewarding experience.

I was lucky enough to do a two week 'internship' at Wings of Love. De was very nice, welcoming, and she taught me a lot about the birds. Wings of Love is completely dedicated to the welfare of their birds. No matter how full they are, De makes sure that each and every one gets their needs fully met. I think it is a great nonprofit and that they are making a difference. After my first intership was over, I came back a year later- so that must say something. If you are to adopt a bird from there, rest assured that they will be completely honest and upfront about all they know, and that they will have given it the greatest care while it was in their posession.

2 1/2 years ago my husband and I adopted an African Grey from Wings of Love. They have such a commitment to the birds they take in. You can tell by just being there that they truly care about them and want them to go to people who are really committed to having the bird. They are very educated about all aspects of their birds and pass that along to the adoptive "parents". Our little bird brings us laughter and joy everyday and we are so happy to have him in our family!!!

My Non-Profit Organization is North Texas Pet Food Bank. We were led to the Wings Of Love organization during a particularly trying time for them. They had just assisted in a rescue of 35 birds from a horrific hoarding situation. They amazed everyone with their commitment, knowledge and love for these birds.

I started working w/ Wings of Love Birdhaven when my 9yo son was pursuing a Bird project through 4-H. We were looking for places for him to volunteer, and the Rescue wasn't far from us at all. They immediately listed ways that even a 9yo could help: from making toys, to cleaning cages, to baking bread and fundraising. We were thrilled to be able to help, and as an adult volunteer I was able to start volunteering at the Haven itself-- learning to feed and care for the birds while the staff was out of town. I found that the protocols and routine that was set up were incredibly efficient and easy to step into. As I grew in my ability to volunteer, I also learned a lot about the policies in place-- the quarantine building, the testing, the medical treatments, the adoption procedures, and the aviary rules. The experience has made me a better 4-H Bird Project Leader, a better mom-to-a-kid-with-birds, and a person with a greater understanding in general of rescues. Their outreach seminars and daily handling of the birds are incredible and do a lot for the community. Thank you, Bird Haven, for being there not only to help the birds, but to teach us as well!