Instructions
Contact a cockatoo rescue in your area. Many cockatoo rescue groups focus on providing havens for birds that have been abandoned and abused, and also for those that simply have nowhere else to go. Apart from offering homes for cockatoos, these rescues actively seek out new homes for them, as well. Indicate to the rescue the reason why you need to rehome the cockatoo, whether you do not know how to deal with the bird's behavior, are moving out or simply do not have enough time to care for it.
Post an ad on the Internet. Many websites offer pet classified services, such as Petfinder (www.petfinder.com). Scan a clear photograph of your bird and indicate its age, your general location, any health conditions it may have and its basic temperament. Determine an adoption fee for your bird, as many websites avoid posting free animals (to prevent adoptions from people that are not serious). Apart from Petfinder, another option is Craigslist (www.craigslist.org), which also allows classified postings free of charge.
Contact your newspaper classifieds. Many people also browse local newspapers for available pets. Take out a classified ad for your cockatoo and specify your area, how old your cockatoo is and perhaps even what kind of household would be beneficial for its needs. Depending on your specific newspaper, classified ads usually require a small fee but may be worth it, as many people look at them every week.
Ask around. As a cockatoo lover, it can never hurt to ask people you know if they know of other people seeking new birds as pets. Doing this can also be effective for seeking appropriate and experienced owners that know the ropes when it comes to caring for these gentle birds.
How to Rehome a Cockatoo
The cockatoo is a well-known pet bird that comes from Australia, the Philippines and Indonesia. The bird species has a long lifespan and is known for its striking crests and curious, loving temperaments. If you have a cockatoo and for whatever reason cannot keep it (such as moving to an apartment that doesn't accept pets), the first thing that you need to do is find a suitable new home for it.