Ruffled Feathers Parrot Sanctuary Inc.

Where Hope Takes Flight

Meet Cowboy – The One-Man Canary Choir Who Deserves a Chorus Loft

This canary adoption story begins with Cowboy, a bright yellow canary who joined us about two years ago after his person passed away. We placed him in a sanctuary full of loud, colorful parrots. Think of it as parking a violin in a drumline. But Cowboy handled it with grace. Every morning, amidst the chaos, he belts out a song that can silence a room. Tara often says it sounds like a tea kettle that’s learned jazz. Smooth, soulful, and a little wild.

Why This Canary Adoption Story Needs a Happy Ending

Every canary adoption story is different, but Cowboy’s reminds us how important flock companionship truly is. They don’t seek snuggles; they need to sing and hear other voices. Cowboy’s solo mornings are stunning, but they’d truly blossom with canary company. Ideally, he’d share a space with another canary or a small group in side-by-side cages, where they can see and hear each other without fussing.

Cowboy the Canary Hiding Behind His Foraging Toy

Personality – The Heart of This Canary Adoption Story

Sunny, steady, resilient. After two years of parrots’ mosh pit, Cowboy greets each sunrise like it owes him money. Unlike many parrots, a canary for adoption like Cowboy thrives more on sound and environment than physical interaction.
Hands-off and content that way. He sings to the room, not to be cuddled.
Adult – age unknown, but very much in his prime.

Health and Wellness in This Canary Adoption Story

Active, alert, with a hearty appetite, bright eyes, and a strong perch stance. We’ll share his intake notes, but you’ll need to connect him with your avian vet, because good flock leadership is informed. Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV)

What This Canary for Adoption Needs to Thrive

Anyone considering a canary for adoption should understand their unique care needs.

Cowboy the Canary Peeking from Behind His Foraging Toy

Canary neighbors: preferably another canary or small group in the same room.
Note: Male canaries can be territorial during breeding season, so think side-by-side flight cages rather than roommates, unless you have a spacious aviary and real experience.

Proper flight cage: at least 30-36 inches wide, longer than tall, with horizontal bars and 3/8″ spacing. Fill it with natural perches of varying diameters, a swing, and open space for wing exercise (see general bird housing guidance from RSPB).

Daily bath: canaries are bath goblins. Fresh water in a shallow dish, every day.
Diet: high-quality canary seed mix, leafy greens (think chard, dandelion, romaine – limit spinach), occasional egg food during molt, and a cuttlebone or mineral block. Treats are treats, not staples.
Safe air: no Teflon, aerosols, scented candles, or smoking. Tiny lungs, big consequences (household toxin guidance from ASPCA).
Lights out: 10-12 hours of darkness in a quiet spot. Cowboy’s a sunrise professional – respect his clock.

Our Promise

We are committed to Cowboy’s well-being. For the right adopter, we’ll help source compatible canary friends and guide you through introductions. We’ll walk you through setup, diet, and teach you how to read a canary’s signals. You won’t be doing this alone. If you’ve been searching for a canary for adoption, Cowboy may be the perfect match.

Are you Cowboy’s person?

If you’ve kept canaries before, or you’re a dedicated beginner eager to learn, reach out. Cowboy has sung solo long enough. It’s time for him to find his chorus.
Start Here: [Adoption Application]
One more dawn shouldn’t be a solo. Let’s get this little legend his full chorus.