If i applied for a bird on the old forum, will i have to re-apply on the new forum?

Hi, im a New person to the site and forum,

I already keep 2x Cockertiels and have applied to foster a African Grey cause i just birds ive kept them from a young age, anyway I wanted to know what the homecheck would be required, what do they look at in your home when they visit?

My flat is very small but it hasn't stopped me adding a huge Montana san Remo cage for my precious 2x Birds

Hi Kerry, welcome to the forum. I've noticed that the site shows you as a 'Registered User' rather than a Birdline Member. Have you applied to join Birdline? Membership is compulsory for foster carers, with an annual charge of £20. As you've probably noticed, there is a charge for a homecheck to cover the associated costs. I can't remember how much that is just now. A homecheck, as Kerry says, isn't as scary as you might think. It is to check that you have the understanding of how to care for birds, what specific needs they may have and to ensure that your home is safe (with no dangerous plants and other things.) The person who would do your homecheck would be your local Area Co-ordinator, who would contact you beforehand. So, who does it depends on where you live. The West Midlands is covered by a number of people, so it would depend exactly whose patch your on.

I hope I've helped to answer your questions, but if you think of any more, just ask!

Helen.

Thanks for your responses thats cleared up alot then,
I was worried about my flat being too small it's a non bedroom you see

I have seen the Subscription to become a member but I may have to leave that abit as ive got a few bills to pay first but i'd like to do that,
infact I was going to join the site a few weeks ago cause i was looking for a 2nd Tiel in the end I just bought another at the petshop, she's a cutey and keeps Teallie my 4yr Old Tiel happy.

I haven't got any other questions at the moment but if i do i'll comeback and ask
thanks for the advice

uups

Greys eat a varied diet - plenty  of fresh fruit and veg (and cooked) are encouraged, but some birds won't eat cerain things (just like people). They can eat a 'healthy human diet', as long as the dangerous foods are omitted (onions, rhubarb, avocados). Our 2, Charlie in particular, have their diet supplemented with seed - a good quality, low sunflower, low peanut mix - we use tidymix. For breakfast they usually have toast (with peanut butter or palm oil) and some fruit. I know a lot of people give their birds porridge. Ours eat the evening meal we have (in smaller portions), including a small amount of the animal protein (chicken or fish usually). Greys have a tendency to be calcium deficient, so they both also have vitamin and calcium supplements.

In order to be allowed to foster a bird, you will have to be a BL member (£20 per year) - just I don't want you to be disappointed if you're refused.

Hope this helps - any more questions, feel free to ask.