Assisted Rehoming — What this is (and isn’t)

Little Beaks began as a sanctuary for needy birds, and over time has expanded to become a place of lifelong care for hundreds of able and special needs birds; both surrendered and rescued.

However, many birds that come to us do not require lifelong sanctuary placement.

In many cases, they are surrendered to us because their families are understandably concerned for their future and wellbeing, and are unsure how to navigate rehoming safely.

Why doesn’t Little Beaks offer adoption?

While this is done with care and positive outcomes in many rescues/sanctuaries, one of Little Beaks’ core welfare values is the importance of the flock. Birds are highly social animals, and stable flock environments provide security, learning, and social fulfilment that help individual birds recover, gain confidence, and thrive.

For this reason, once a bird joins the flock here, it is for life.

A core part of our mission is to provide stable, suitable, lifelong care for the most vulnerable birds, including those with serious disabilities, developmental abnormalities; and those labelled ‘unsellable’ by pet shops, who would otherwise be euthanised.

This commitment remains central to what we do and will continue.

At the same time, there are many situations where a different approach is more appropriate; one that focuses on safer, more informed rehoming and long-term welfare.

The Assisted Rehoming Group exists to support that need.

How this group works

This group is not a matching service and does not operate like a rescue intake or placement program.

Instead:

• Little Beaks uses an application process to identify suitable homes that align with basic welfare and care standards.

• Once approved, members are responsible for making their own rehoming decisions, with moderation and guidance from Little Beaks.

• Little Beaks does not assign birds to people, recommend specific homes, or facilitate individual matches.

Roles, responsibilities, and limits

Please understand that participation in the Assisted Rehoming Group means:

• Little Beaks is not responsible for:

  • veterinary or medical costs

  • ongoing care, food, or supplies

  • transport or relocation arrangements

• All rehoming discussions, decisions, and outcomes remain the responsibility of the individuals involved.

Little Beaks’ role is to:

• set clear welfare expectations

• provide general oversight

• step in if welfare concerns arise

• remove content or members where standards are not met

What this group is for

This group exists to support safer rehoming, not faster rehoming.

It is designed for people who:

• understand birds as sentient, long-term companions

• are realistic about their capacity and limits in caring for birds

• are comfortable declining situations that aren’t right for them

• prioritise the bird’s needs over urgency or convenience

Before you apply

This group may not be the right fit if you are looking for:

• a rescue to manage or guarantee placements

• financial, veterinary, or transport assistance

• fixed timelines or assured outcomes

If you’d like to be part of welfare-focused, peer-led rehoming with clear moderation, we’d love you to apply.