Hey everyone,

This is my first post although I've been lurking for about a month or so. Tomorrow I am adopting my new little buddy, *Gus* from The Wildlife Care Center here in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He's an older little guy (they had babies but I just fell in love with him). I put in the application to adopt him about a month ago. However, they've been holding him for tests, as he plucks a little bit as well as them attempting to convert him to pellets (which was a success as of this week!).

I just bought him the biggest cage that I could find (that was reasonably affordable) and a ton of toys. Not really sure what kind of stuff he likes, so I got him destructable toys, shiny toys, colorful toys, etc. I'll also be making most of his toys and have the blue prints ready to go for a play gym. I just don't want to overwhelm him at first.

He's been moved around alot this month between different vet techs and trailers and offices, so I'm going to give him as much time as he needs to adjust to his new surroundings.

I can't wait to get him home! I love him already and want to give him the best life possible. I look forward to all the advice I'm sure I'll receive on here. This is a great online forum. :-) I'll also post pics after I get him settled

Thanks!

Kate (& and soon to be Gus)

Welcome Kate and Gus!! I'm sure you'll do great with your new baby...looks like you are doing your homework ahead of time

Give him some time to settle in and remember - PATIENCE - for everything. It sounds like Gus has had quite a rough life and will take some time to get over that. You can help him do that.

Any questions, just ask. We are always willing to help each other.

Welcome Kate That little Gus is one lucky birdy to have a soon to be mommy like you!!!

Welcome to the flock!!!!

HELLO, Kate

(I love the name Gus.)

What a lucky little birdie you are getting.

Cant's wait to see pics

Welcome to the group. It's so nice to find someone who is willing to adopt AND does their homework. You and Gus are both so lucky. You will have a bird that I know you will adore and he will finally have the happy home he deserves. It doesn't get any better than that. Bless you for adopting. That makes it even more special.

Welcome to the forum Gus and Kate. That's great that you are going to give him another chance at life, I wish you both well and shall keep an eye out for the pictures.