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Louie the 28-Year-Old Macaw: Rescue Story & the Truth About Parrot āPetsā
04 Feb 2026
00:37:24
In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Kelsey from @noplucksgivenĀ to hear the incredible rescue story of Louie, a 28-year-old Blue and Gold Macaw who spent 26 years confined to a tiny cage, losing the ability to fully spread his wings.
Louieās story is a powerful reminder of whatās at stake. We get real about parrots as āpets,ā why rescues are overwhelmed, and why parrot ownership needs to come with a higher standard of responsibility, for life.
In This Episode: ā¢ Louieās heartbreaking backstory and rescue journey ā¢ The long-term effects of 26 years in a cage ā¢ How to build trust with a rescue parrot ā¢ Managing hormonal behavior and aggression ā¢ The truth about parrot ownership that pet stores wonāt tell you ā¢ Why social media can help (and hurt) parrot rescue efforts ā¢ Training tips and socialization strategies ā¢ The reality of fostering multiple macaws ā¢ Why rescue birds can form incredibly deep bonds
Key Takeaways: ā Parrots are not domesticated pets, theyāre wild animals with intense needs ā Many parrots are rehomed multiple times in their lifetime ā Rescue centers are overflowing and underfunded ā Responsible ownership means planning for decades, not months ā Volunteer at rescues before committing to adoption
Resources Mentioned: ā¢Ā Ā @BirdTricks Ā Ā YouTube Channel (training education) ā¢Ā Ā @parrotsos Ā Ā - Robin (online training) ā¢ Local parrot rescues (volunteer opportunities) ā¢ Rolling Stones - Inside the Black Market Fueling TikTok's Grey Parrot Craze - https://bit.ly/4qfoRir ā¢Ā Ā @ExoticPetVet Ā Ā - Dr. Rachel Siu, Exotic Pet Vet
Follow Gizmo the Grey Bird Instagram/TikTok/Facebook/YouTube: @gizmothegreybird
Our Mission: Weāre dedicated to parrot rescue advocacy and education. Through Squawk Shop, we support rescue efforts with the hope that one day parrots will only exist in the wild where they belong.
If your bird is a seed junkie (or youāre trying to avoid becoming one), this is your wake-up call, with practical steps you can start using immediately.
What youāll learn Ā ā¢ Why seed-heavy diets cause long-term health problems Ā ā¢ Why parrots hide symptoms until things get serious Ā ā¢ How to transition a āseed junkieā to a healthier diet Ā ā¢ Enrichment + foraging ideas that make diet changes easier Ā ā¢ Wing clipping: the hidden health risks (and what to do instead) Ā ā¢ Egg binding: why it happens and how to prevent it Ā ā¢ How often to see an avian/exotic vet + what checkups should include Ā ā¢ The social media effect: impulse buys, rehoming, and the bigger welfare picture
Follow Gizmo the Grey Bird Instagram/TikTok/Facebook/YouTube: @gizmothegreybird
Our Mission: Weāre dedicated to parrot rescue advocacy and education. Through Squawk Shop, we support rescue efforts with the hope that one day parrots will only exist in the wild where they belong.
If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help spread awareness about parrot rescue. š¦š
Building Trust with Parrots ft. Robin Horemans (Parrot SOS)
18 Feb 2026
00:50:58
Join us for an in-depth conversation with certified parrot behavior consultant Robin Horemans about building trust, understanding bird communication, and creating enriching environments for our feathered companions. Robin shares her expertise on positive reinforcement training, working with rescue parrots, and groundbreaking research on environmental enrichment.
Guest: Robin Horemans, CPBC (Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant), Founder of ParrotSOS
Key Topics Covered:
What it means to be a Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant (CPBC)
The evolution of parrot training over the past 20 years
Building trust through communication and body language
Working with rescue parrots and understanding individual needs
Problem behaviors: biting, screaming, and cage reluctance
Reinforcement beyond treats: creating a comprehensive reward system
Wild macaws in Costa Rica and what we can learn from them
New research on greenery and environmental enrichment for captive parrots
Follow Gizmo the Grey Bird Instagram/TikTok/Facebook/YouTube: @gizmothegreybird
Our Mission: Weāre dedicated to parrot rescue advocacy and education. Through Squawk Shop, we support rescue efforts with the hope that one day parrots will only exist in the wild where they belong.
If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help spread awareness about parrot rescue. š¦š
Parrot Hormones Explained with Exotic Vet Dr. Rachel Siu
12 Mar 2026
00:47:17
In this episode of the Squawk Global Podcast, weāre joined by exotic veterinarian Dr. Rachel Siu to talk about one of the biggest challenges parrot owners face: hormones.
We dive into why so many parrots are rehomed once they reach sexual maturity, the common hormonal behaviors owners mistake as ācute,ā and what bird parents can do to reduce triggers at home. Dr. Siu also shares insight on egg laying, mating behaviors, sleep, diet, unsafe toys, Teflon dangers, rescue advocacy, and why parrots often arrive at the vet too late.
This episode is packed with practical education for both new and experienced bird owners.
In this episode:
Why parrots often change as they mature
Common signs of hormonal behavior in male and female birds
Egg laying, nesting, and species differences
How owners accidentally reinforce hormonal behavior
Why parrots get rehomed
The role of rescue, rehabilitation, and advocacy
Household dangers like Teflon and unsafe toy hardware
Diet mistakes owners commonly make
How much sleep parrots really need
Dr. Siuās thoughts on wing clipping
Guest: Dr. Rachel Siu
Exotic veterinarian and exotic pet educator based in Dallas, Texas
Follow Gizmo the Grey Bird Instagram/TikTok/Facebook/YouTube: @gizmothegreybird
Our Mission: Weāre dedicated to parrot rescue advocacy and education. Through Squawk Shop, we support rescue efforts with the hope that one day parrots will only exist in the wild where they belong.
If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help spread awareness about parrot rescue. š¦š
The Pet Parrot Industry Is Fueling a Global Crisis
04 Mar 2026
00:43:30
Parrots are in crisis ā in the wild AND in captivity. In this episode of Squawk Global, we pull back the curtain on the global parrot crisis: poaching, trafficking, commodification, and the massive (often ignored) captive parrot overflow problem.
Weāre joined by Dr. LoraKim Joyner (One Earth Conservation) ā a wildlife veterinarian and longtime parrot conservation leader with decades of field experience, and Josh Anderson from the International Alliance for the Protection of Parrots (IAPP). Together, we connect the dots between poverty, demand, policy, and the story people donāt see behind āpet parrotā culture.
This is a tough conversation, but itās one we need to have, because parrots canāt advocate for themselves.
What We Cover
ā¢Why parrots are wild animals, not products ā and why the āparrots are petsā narrative causes harm ā¢The captive parrot crisis: long lifespans, overwhelmed rescues, and nonstop breedingĀ ā¢How the illegal trade devastates parrots (and why so many donāt survive trafficking) ā¢Why ānone are free until all are freeā really means free from harm, not ārelease pet birdsā ā¢Real, practical actions anyone can take ā starting todayĀ ļæ¼
What You Can Do (the short list)
If you care about parrots, the most powerful choices are: Never buy one. Never sell one. Never breed one. Adopt, donāt shop. Volunteer. Support sanctuaries and conservation in countries of origin.
Join the movement
š Parrot Crisis Awareness Day: March 10 ā share your story, spread the truth, and help shift the culture.
Follow Gizmo the Grey Bird Instagram/TikTok/Facebook/YouTube: @gizmothegreybird
Our Mission: Weāre dedicated to parrot rescue advocacy and education. Through Squawk Shop, we support rescue efforts with the hope that one day parrots will only exist in the wild where they belong.
If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to help spread awareness about parrot rescue. š¦š
The Parrot Crisis: Why Rescues Are Reaching a Breaking Point
25 Feb 2026
01:01:57
Parrot rescues are quietly approaching a breaking point, and Judy Tennant (Founder of Parrot Partners Canada) says the pressure is about to spike. In this episode, we dig into the real drivers behind the āparrot crisis,ā from aging owners and economic strain to limited access to avian vets and a lack of infrastructure for parrots compared to cats and dogs. Judy lays out why the traditional adoption model isnāt enough, and what a sustainable, community-supported system could look like.
What Youāll Learn
Ā ā¢ Why the aging baby boomer wave could trigger a surge of parrots needing rescue Ā ā¢ How inflation and economic instability are squeezing rescues and pet owners Ā ā¢ Why the shortage of avian veterinarians creates a major welfare bottleneck Ā ā¢ How rehoming stress can impact parrot health and long-term behavior Ā ā¢ What a āhumane society for parrotsā could look like ā and why it matters Ā ā¢ Why education + community support are the missing pieces in bird ownership
About the Guest
Judy Tennant is the founder of Parrot Partners Canada, focused on improving welfare outcomes for companion parrots through education, support, and new models that go beyond traditional rescue and adoption.
Get Involved
If you care about parrots and companion animal welfare, share this episode and help push the conversation forward. Support reputable rescues, learn before you adopt, and advocate for better access to avian veterinary care and education.
Follow Gizmo the Grey Bird Instagram/TikTok/Facebook/YouTube: @gizmothegreybird
Our Mission: Weāre dedicated to parrot rescue advocacy and education. Through Squawk Shop, we support rescue efforts with the hope that one day parrots will only exist in the wild where they belong.