We ship weaned babies only.  A weaned bird is one who can fill their own crop for a minimum of two weeks and maintain a reasonable weight prior to going to its new home.

We place the welfare and safety of our babies above all other considerations.  We ship year-round, however, we carefully monitor weather conditions at all points of travel and will only ship if we deem it safe to do so.  We use direct flights whenever possible and do extensive research to determine the best possible route.

Carriers
We know the best airline approved carriers to use for the various species we raise.  Carriers are reusable for trips to the vet or future travelling.  We know how to provide enough food and moisture during transit and carefully mark the carriers with "Live Animal" stickers, the shipper's and consignee's contact information, as well as the destination airport information.

How the birds are shipped
Birds are shipped counter to counter service from Newark International Airport in New Jersey to most major airports within the U.S.  This service provides that the birds are the last on and first off the plane and are hand carried.  The birds fly in the pressurized, climate controlled cargo section of the plane.

Shipping Charges
Shipping charges vary from one airline to another, but generally range between $150 - $200 nationwide.  These charges include counter to counter shipping and the airline approved carrier.

Flight Information
Flight times are mutually agreed upon by both Joe & Mary's Parrot Place and the customer.  The customer is supplied with the airline, flight number(s), air waybill number, and flight arrival time prior to departure.  It is recommended that you arrive at the airport no later than the expected flight arrival time so that your bird is not waiting at the airport for any length of time.  Customers will receive a confirmation call from us on the day of shipment.  A return call or e-mail to Joe & Mary's Parrot Place letting us know that the bird(s) arrived safely is greatly appreciated.

Health Certificates
Health certificates can be obtained for an additional cost of $50 for those states requiring them.