Thank you for agreeing to safehouse a parrot on behalf of Parrot Trust Scotland. Safehousing is a temporary solution to ensure a parrot's wellbeing during times of difficult circumstances. Where a parrot has been signed over by an owner or NOK/executor to Parrot Trust Scotland, it is our duty to find a permanent home and where possible this should be within 6 - 12 months (if not sooner) and ideally no longer than 24 months. Should the parrot in question be thriving in the safehouse, then the option to adopt the parrot may be available. This will be discussed with you by one of the directors of the charity. If adoption is agreed by all parties, then Parrot Trust Scotland adoption terms and conditions will apply

 

Parrot Trust Scotland is responsible for providing a cage, lamp and vet bills. The safehouser is responsible for day to day welfare and wellbeing including toys, nutrition and environmental enrichment. Guidance and advice will be provided by the charity, and available at all times.

Definitions
In this contract, the terms have the meanings set against them:
i. “the bird” means the Parrot safehoused to the person herein named
ii. “the property” means the items which have been included in the safehouse programme that belong to the bird.
iii. “the permitted Use” means the use described in item 5 of the particulars.
iv. “the owner” means the charity Parrot Trust Scotland, who is ‘safehousing’ the bird.
v. “the safehouser” means the person that shall be contracted to care for this bird.

Interpretation
The owner is entitled to make amendments to this contract by way of 14 days written notice to the safehouser.

1. I understand that the bird is the property of the owner and will remain so for the rest of its natural life, and that if, for any reason, I am ever unable to keep the bird, I will immediately notify the owner and arrange to return the bird. I agree to not pass this bird to anyone else without the prior written approval of the owner.
2. It is the responsibility of the safehouser to purchase and keep the dietary requirements of the bird as laid out by the owner.
3. I will provide the bird with fresh water, food, toys, any required supplements and a clean, well-ventilated living space.
4. I will provide an approved pet carrier for the bird/s.
5. I will immediately take the bird to a recommended qualified avian veterinarian for a complete examination upon any sign of illness; and notify the owner within 24 hours of any such instances.
6. If any birds are already in the household prior to this agreement, all must be disease tested with documented proof before another bird joins the household. This is for the safety of all birds involved, and the associated vet costs of non-charity birds will need to be covered by the owner prior to any arrangement taking place. Untested birds must not be mixed.
7. In the event of the death of the bird, it is a requirement of this agreement that the correct procedures are followed in order to preserve the body so that an autopsy may be conducted to determine cause of death if required by the owner. Additionally, it is recommended that until autopsy results are obtained, that quarantine procedures are followed. The cost of any autopsy will be the responsibility of the owner.
8. I will notify the owner if I intend to move house/accommodation or change my telephone number or email address. I understand that continuation of the safehousing agreement may be dependent on inspection of the new property by the owner and where applicable consent from a landlord.
9. I understand that parrots are very long-lived and have made, or will make, the appropriate arrangements for the bird to be returned to the owner in the event of my death.

10. I understand that parrots are highly intelligent and need regular interaction, constant care and patience; I agree to give the bird all the attention, affection, interaction and mental stimulation he/she will need and treat him/her like a member of my family.
11. I understand that a parrot may need time to adjust to his/her new environment and agree to work with him/her to safely assist in this adjustment.
12. I understand that questions or concerns will arise as to the proper care and behaviour of the bird, and I agree to contact the owner with these questions/concerns. I agree that it is in the best interest of the bird to ask rather than to guess.
13. I will keep the bird in a parrot-safe environment, free from smoke and substances toxic to parrots. A smoke and carbon monoxide detector must be in place in the safehouse and in working order.
14. I understand that fur and feathers do not mix. Due to the potential for injury/death, I will ensure that multi-pet households activities are segregated to ensure each creature's safety. This is particularly true of scales and feathers - specifically snakes. Snakes are natural predators of parrots and can cause severe anxiety if kept within eyesight of one another. These species must be kept segregated at all times.
15. I permit the owner or his agents in the interest of the bird to inspect the bird and his/her health on giving as much notice as possible and presenting a written authority from the owner, or agent representing the owner.
16. I understand that the bird and the property supplied (if supplied) belong to the owner.
17. If at any time, it becomes the opinion of the owners that if the conditions of the safehouse are not being met, I understand that the owner or his representative may reclaim this bird irrespective of any donation or other expenditures that I have incurred or made.
18. I understand that this is a legal and binding contract, and that the owner may terminate my right to keep and adopt the bird(s) in my possession and that, by virtue of the adoption relationship, I do not and cannot obtain any right, title, or interest in the bird(s) or the property.
a. I understand that failure to comply with any of the terms and conditions of this agreement may constitute grounds for demanding the return of the bird and the property.
b. I understand that reasons for demanding return are not restricted to any such breach of terms and conditions; that being within the discretion of the owner or his agents.
c. I will return the bird and the property within twenty-four hours (or agreed timescale) upon oral or written demand by the owner.
d. I understand that, upon oral or written demand, should I fail to return the bird and the property, my actions constitute a theft and will result in criminal and/or civil action being taken against me.
e. I will be responsible for any and all expenses associated with the result of my failure to return the bird or the property, notwithstanding legal fees associated with obtaining the return of the bird or the property.
f. I understand that in the event of my failure to comply with any part of this agreement, the owner may be concerned over the safety and welfare of the bird and may request that an inspector or a police constable effect entry (by force if necessary) into premises to seize the bird in accordance with the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006.
19. Except as set forth above, the owner makes no representations, warranties or guarantees, and assumes no liability for health, age, temperament (including the capacity to bite), behaviour, talking ability or condition of any birds available for placement. I, the safehouser, agree that all information that is available for the bird has been given to myself and that by signing this agreement, I am happy to continue all treatment deemed necessary by both a qualified avian vet and the owner or his agents. The owner shall not be responsible to the safehouser for any injury suffered or damage to or loss of any chattel sustained by the bird.
20. I agree that I will not change the bird's name. I understand that this is important for the bird's own identification as well as for the owner's record keeping purposes. Parrot Trust Scotland will only ever change a bird's name if required for legal protection or in the case of socially inappropriate/offensive naming.
21. Quiet enjoyment – That so long as the safehouser is not in breach of any of his obligations hereunder he shall be entitled to peaceably and quietly enjoy the bird without any lawful interruption by the owner or any person claiming under or in trust for the owner.

22. Parrot Trust Scotland do not sell any birds, advertise any bird for sale, or allow the breeding of any birds. Any breach of these terms and conditions will result in an immediate notice to surrender any safehoused parrot back to Parrot Trust Scotland for rehoming.
23. It is my responsibility as the safehouser to ensure a clear line of communication with the owner can be upheld, managed and maintained throughout the natural life of the bird/s. It is the right of the owner to receive updates on the welfare and care of the bird/s. This communication may be oral/written/images/via Facebook messages. In the event this communication fails with no amicable solution, the owner or his representative have grounds to demand the bird/s return with immediate effect.
24. As the safehouser, if I am no longer able to keep the bird I will immediately notify the owner and arrange to return the bird at my own expense.
25. I agree that any questions/concerns/grievances relating to the agreed safehousing conditions, the owner and/or his representative must address these via direct written communication and/or using the complaints procedure form located on the Parrot Trust Scotland website. I understand that statements which may have potential to cause defamation to Parrot Trust Scotland, the owner and/or his representatives, by means of, but not limited to libel, slander, harassment, malicious falsehood and negligence will result in point 17 of this agreement being utilised with immediate effect.
26. In the event of any adverse incident (e.g. harm, loss, theft), I will notify the owner immediately.
27. This contract and any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of it in connection with it or its subject matter or formation shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of Scotland; and the parties agree that the Scottish courts shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim (including non-contractual disputes or claims) arising out of or in connection with this agreement.

In the event of any veterinary issues, the charity uses the following vets/veterinary practices (full contact details can be found in your Parrot Trust Scotland health & welfare guidelines booklet):

Dr Samuel Kerr at Apex Vets, Denny FK6 6QE - 01324 829989

Lawrie Vet Group, Cumbernauld G67 1BP - 01236 727876

Lawrie Vet Group, Falkirk FK1 5QY - 01324 624361

The Royal (Dick) Vet Rabbit & Exotic Practice, Edinburgh EH25 9RG - 0131 6507650

Ashgrove Veterinary Centre, Aberdeen AB25 3SR - 01224 486444

Dr Madonna Livingstone, Ark Veterinary Clinics, Coatbridge ML5 3RD - 01236 432448

By signing below, I confirm:

You will be emailed a signed copy of the agreement within five working days.

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