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LOCATIONS & SIGHTINGS Cockatiels are strong flyers and can cover great distances in short periods of time, therefore the states, rather than cities are highlighted. Some cockatiels are known to join small flocks of birds that lead them to bird feeders to find food. They can also pair with other escaped cockatiels, parrot-type or wild birds. If you should SIGHT a loose or flying cockatiel outdoors, please contact webmaster@CockatielFoundation.com and the sighting will be posted here with the date (Include color, markings, activity, other birds, or any other information that could be helpful). Just fill out the FOUND form under Lost and Found |
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Bert escaped on 6/24/09 from my carelessness in leaving the screen open; only 6 inches. Although
the odds were stacked against finding him, I refused to simply give up without a dedicated and
contined effort. He was found two weeks later on the next residential street over. Bert is very tame
and I found out he flew right on the locator's shoulder, so his tameness was a definite plus.
The main thing to remember is to remain PERSISTENT, FOLLOW UP ON EVERY LEAD, GIVE
MULTIPLE CONTACTS, AND CHECK THEM REGULARLY.
Several factors contributed to his recovery, and several additional
factors will contribute to keeping him from escaping again.
1. DON'T GIVE UP. Keep up your efforts to recovery. I truly believe
this and a lot of luck is what led to our reunion
2. Keep exits closed; no matter how much you trust your bird
3. Make a recording of his calls, phrases, whistles, etc.
4. Create Lost Flyers. Use large letters "LOST BIRD". "REWARD". If
you can: include a color or black and white photo, state where & when you lost your cockatiel,
provide the bird's name, and local phone numbers and email address. Post & Repost Them
Everywhere!
5. Walk or ride slowly through local areas calling & using the
recording (if you have one). Listen for a response and look high &
low. DO THIS AS MUCH AS HUMANLY POSSIBLE!
6. Use this time to also post flyers and alert neighbor's (especially
kids) and businesses. Ask if you can post a flyer at a business.
7. Post flyers at Pet Shops, Vets, Aminal Shelters, everywhere there
is high foot traffic and good visibility.
8. Post newspaper, Internet ads. The paper may charge, but this is
widespread advertising. I received several leads. Craig's List & Recycler.com are free . For only
$5.00 weekly
Recycler will list in priority a bright and colorful listing.
9. Post and search on as many Internet Lost & Found sites as possible.
10. I am somewhat mixed about clipping Bert's wings. On 1 hand he would not have flown very far
(he didn't, but could have), but he would have no defense against predators.
I hope my story & advice will help in reuniting you with your feathered friend.
Best Regards,
Kelly
(Thank you Kelly for sharing your story and your excellent advice
~ Cockatiel Foundation Webmaster)
the odds were stacked against finding him, I refused to simply give up without a dedicated and
contined effort. He was found two weeks later on the next residential street over. Bert is very tame
and I found out he flew right on the locator's shoulder, so his tameness was a definite plus.
The main thing to remember is to remain PERSISTENT, FOLLOW UP ON EVERY LEAD, GIVE
MULTIPLE CONTACTS, AND CHECK THEM REGULARLY.
Several factors contributed to his recovery, and several additional
factors will contribute to keeping him from escaping again.
1. DON'T GIVE UP. Keep up your efforts to recovery. I truly believe
this and a lot of luck is what led to our reunion
2. Keep exits closed; no matter how much you trust your bird
3. Make a recording of his calls, phrases, whistles, etc.
4. Create Lost Flyers. Use large letters "LOST BIRD". "REWARD". If
you can: include a color or black and white photo, state where & when you lost your cockatiel,
provide the bird's name, and local phone numbers and email address. Post & Repost Them
Everywhere!
5. Walk or ride slowly through local areas calling & using the
recording (if you have one). Listen for a response and look high &
low. DO THIS AS MUCH AS HUMANLY POSSIBLE!
6. Use this time to also post flyers and alert neighbor's (especially
kids) and businesses. Ask if you can post a flyer at a business.
7. Post flyers at Pet Shops, Vets, Aminal Shelters, everywhere there
is high foot traffic and good visibility.
8. Post newspaper, Internet ads. The paper may charge, but this is
widespread advertising. I received several leads. Craig's List & Recycler.com are free . For only
$5.00 weekly
Recycler will list in priority a bright and colorful listing.
9. Post and search on as many Internet Lost & Found sites as possible.
10. I am somewhat mixed about clipping Bert's wings. On 1 hand he would not have flown very far
(he didn't, but could have), but he would have no defense against predators.
I hope my story & advice will help in reuniting you with your feathered friend.
Best Regards,
Kelly
(Thank you Kelly for sharing your story and your excellent advice
~ Cockatiel Foundation Webmaster)
| HOW TO FIND A LOST BIRD Finding Bert - How I Found My Friend c. 2009 Kelly Kramer |
| BERT Found by Owner Kelly Kramer |
