I'm moving and need help!

[SopheParrotlet]

Hello everyone!
I'm not sure if this is the right place for this, but I need help. I am moving to a new state and I have a sweet parrotlet named Sofie. I do not want to give her up just because I'm moving. Is there a best way to ship her over? I am not sure where to begin. I am currently located in the state of Colorado and moving to Arizona.

 

[Birdman666]

Hello everyone!
I'm not sure if this is the right place for this, but I need help. I am moving to a new state and I have a sweet parrotlet named Sofie. I do not want to give her up just because I'm moving. Is there a best way to ship her over? I am not sure where to begin. I am currently located in the state of Colorado and moving to Arizona.

Are you going by plane, or car?

If you're flying, a bird that small should be able to go carry on in an airline approved carrier.

 

[Scott]

Welcome to the forums, hope we can help you and Sofie! Colorado to Arizona is a relatively short move; are you planning to drive or fly?

If driving, a small portable cage outfitted with food/water would be a suitable enclosure. If stopping overnight, the hotel/motel should be amenable to having a parrot occupy the room. Check in advance, but I would not advocate leaving Sofie alone in the car overnight! Among the challenges may be climate control and Sofie's adaptability to a long journey.]

By air, the most suitable method is in a carrier accompanying you in the cabin, with the bird under the seat in front of you. Airlines frequently charge a fee, and limit the number of pets each flight. Many will disagree, but I am not an advocate of shipping them as freight in a below-deck cargo hold. I am more concerned with ground climate and chain-of-custody issues. Cargo holds have an environment virtually identical to the cabin, but may be very hot or cold while the door is open to the elements, and it takes a while to correct after departure.

Best wishes for a comfortable move!!

 

[Birdman666]

FYI - almost six years ago now, I moved from San Francisco, California, to San Antonio, Texas, and drove cross country with five large parrots, including two large macaws.

So, one little bird ought to be easy if you're driving.

 

[SilverSage]

I recently moved from Georgia to Hawaii with parrots, and in a year or two I will move BACK with parrots as well No need to fret, driving or flying it should be fine. If you are moving in winter months you will probably need to drive or have someone drive her, but there is absolutely no reason to give her up Are there are specific concerns that you have?

 

[SailBoat]

There are a couple of States that have bans on certain species, although I am not aware of any specific requirements for the States you are moving between.

It would be wise to visit your Vet several weeks prior to the move and obtain a Well Birds Assessment. Assure that you are carrying this document whether you are flying or driving.

The Fall migration is in the very early days and North America is watching closely for the possible appearance of H5N2 'bird flu.' 'IF' it appears, transporting 'birds' could become problematic. Having a Well Bird Assessment by a Vet maybe required. At this point it is still early, but better to play it safe, visit your vet.

As Birdman666 had stated in another like thread with a requirement for Rental Agreement. When traveling with small birds, commonly the same 'look the other way' approach is taken. Always check with the Airlines and follow their requirements!

 

[SoCalWendy]

I don't think any states ban Parrotlet's.