10/20/2026
Two longtime companions, one very special home. ❤️🦜
Buddy, our 26-year-old blue-and-gold macaw, and Kabala, our 31-year-old military macaw, have lived side by side for 26 years. Both are shy, and neither had been out of his cage for many, many years before coming here. They needed a quiet, patient home with someone who understands larger birds and would give them time to feel safe.
Some of you may remember Buddy’s story. He witnessed his original owner’s murder and sustained a broken leg during that incident. With a history like that, trusting people doesn’t come easily. Here, he began stepping up for me and even Danny once we got him away from his safe spot—his cage. Once he trusts you, he does pretty well, but getting there takes patience.
When these boys arrived, I honestly thought they might remain here forever. That isn’t always the outcome we hope for, but if this was where they could feel safe and continue having each other’s company, then we would have made it work.
Then one of our repeat adopters reached out and asked whether we had any macaws who might be a good fit for her. I thought of Buddy, and I explained that he had come with Kabala, his companion of so many years.
She was willing to open her home to BOTH of them. ❤️
They will continue living side by side, with familiar company and each other for moral support. After 26 years together, that means so much.
Their meeting on Friday wasn’t the smooth, easy visit I had hoped for. We had moved the boys into the meeting room the night before, and that change was stressful for them. Some days are harder than others, and this was one of those days.
But she was a real trooper. She understood that they were overwhelmed and still wanted to give them a chance. Before the visit ended, we even managed to have Buddy step up for her and get a photo together! For him, that was a pretty big moment. 🥹
They are now settling into her care, and so far, so good!
Kabala does have an ongoing concern that needs more attention. He has been losing weight over the last few years, and the cause still hasn’t been pinpointed. A thyroid issue has been suspected, but we don’t have a confirmed answer. Here, we got him eating a good diet, and he gained a little weight, though he still needs further evaluation.
She reached out today to let me know she is taking him to her veterinarian to investigate further. I’m so thankful she has a vet closer to home and is willing to keep working toward answers for this sweet boy.
In one of the pictures, you’ll also see him enjoying shredding a pumpkin! Seeing him busy and exploring is such a nice update. 🎃
I am blessed to have adopters who understand that some birds need extra time, extra patience, and extra care—and who are willing to welcome two because staying together was what was best for them.
Thank you for giving these boys that chance. We are so happy their next chapter includes each other. ❤️
