​ Abandoned parakeets in the wild will soon be available for adoption

Roughly 30 parakeets that were abandoned on a trail will soon be available for adoption at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center.

The parakeets were discovered by a Laguna Niguel resident while walking his dog on a local trail. When the resident called the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, he said the birds were “not wild, could not fly and must have been abandoned.”

“We asked if he could send a photo of the birds, which he did, and it was clear these abandoned birds were domestic parakeets that should not be living on a trail,” said Animal Care Supervisor Brynn Lavison. Field Supervisor Helton and Reserve Animal Control Officer Potter were immediately dispatched to the area and were able to catch and impound 26 parakeets. Upon arrival at our shelter, each bird was named, photographed, assessed for medical issues, and their wings were clipped. Some look like they were attacked by larger birds, but now that they are safe at our shelter, their health should improve quickly.”

The birds will be available for adoption on April 17 for the special price of $10. Parakeets make charming pets, especially for kids. They make delightful chirping sounds, and most can be hand-tamed easily.

“I had two parakeets growing up and enjoyed watching, holding, and listening to them,” Brynn said. “They take a little bit of maintenance to keep them clean and fed but are generally an easy pet.”

For more information about adoptions or if you know who may have owned these birds, contact the center at 949-470-3045.