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EWPR, Kennewick, WA.

The huge window in the front is dedicated to many of the parrots that we have here at the Kennewick Facility.  During the summers, we allow the birds to be outside on their stands or cages for the fresh air and wonderful warmth of the sun.

On the hotter days, which this was, we have them inside the shaded porch with misters keeping them cool and happy.

 

 


Mission and Goal of Eastern Washington Parrot Rescue

Helping Those Without A Voice!

Mission of EWPR...

At present, companion birds are the third preferred pet in the USA. It is our mission to find loving, adoptive homes for unwanted or rescued companion birds with people who are experienced in bird care or are eager to learn. We believe that all pet birds deserve quality care, love, and respect and that bird owners should have access to the most current bird care information possible. Eastern Washington Parrot Rescue is a Rescue and a temporary facility for exotic birds. We provide birds with a stable and loving home for the duration of their stay at EWPR.

Goal of EWPR...

We need to educate people interested in bird ownership about the proper care for pet birds. We will provide an avenue for people who can not keep their bird, but want to ensure a quality new home for their pet. We will find homes for displaced birds in permanent adoptive homes or shelters /sanctuaries, depending on the bird's individual needs. They will be placed with people who understand and respect birds for the unique creatures they are. We will do all we can to rehabilitate and correct behavioral problems in birds resulting from neglect, abuse, or improper care.

 

How YOU you can help...

Sponsor a specific bird who is in need of a cage, continuous medical care, and the additional love of a human. Become a contributing member. Your donations will help provide for toys, food, vet bills, replacement cages, special perches for the severely handicapped. You can provide a permanent adoptive home. These birds often have changed homes a number of times. The average companion bird will have 7 different owners in it's lifetime. It is our goal to find permanent homes for each bird where they can find security and a sense of belonging.

As EWPR grows, we see more and more issues that need our attention.

More Goals of EWPR...

1. To generate public awareness of the causes and conditions contributing to the growing crisis of abused and abandoned captive birds.


2.  To collaborate with animal advocacy organizations to promote social and legislative changes to expand the public's perception and improve the quality of life for birds living in captivity.
 

3.  To facilitate the rescue, sanctuary, and re-homing of displaced captive birds.
 

4.  To support the enforcement of existing anti-cruelty laws and to advocate legislation that will strengthen legal protection for captive birds.
 

5.   To coordinate action to oppose egregious and unethical practices in the pet trade.
 

6.  To serve as an educational resource and information center for the media and animal welfare community.

These are our principles...

  • We do not breed rescued birds. We do not sell, trade, or use birds in our care for commerce or profit.

  • We promote responsible guardianship of adoptable homeless birds.
  • We promote education on all issues of avian welfare.
  • We oppose the sale of unweaned baby birds and production breeding methods.
  • We oppose the mass-marketing and selling of birds through pet store chains, bird marts, and internet venues.
  • We maintain that all captive breeding contributes to the problem of homeless captive birds and, with very few exceptions, does not contribute to the viable preservation of the species.
  • We do not condone, endorse, or promote the breeding of birds for the pet trade as long as there are unwanted birds in need of homes.
  • We support and encourage responsible legislation protecting the rights, health, and safety of birds living in captivity.
  • We are strongly opposed to legal/illegal exportation/importation and encourage all countries to adopt legislation and enforcement policies preventing wild birds from entering the pet trade.