Rescue Program

For the first time in Northwest Indiana, abused, neglected, and homeless birds and ferrets can be rescued and treated with the proper care, dignity, and respect that all of God's creatures deserve.

Our rescue program provides all types of caged birds and ferrest with veterinary care-when required, adequate housing, nutritious food, love, and the chance to live in peace, until they are able to be adopted by loving families. Our rescued bird remain in a knowledgable and loving foster home while awaiting adoption. They are not housed in a facility.

NWIBA adoptions are to not only to NWIBA members, but also to responsible community members. Many community members have praised us on our local efforts! We do not adopt out for scientific research, breeding, or for public display. Our adoptees must be returned to our rescue center if an adoption does not work out.

Additionally, the NWIBA rescue program strives to provide top quality information for those who need a helping hand raising a healthy, happy, caged bird and ferret!

Please understand that each bird and ferret we adopt out has an associated adoption fee. The adoption fee is not negotiable. These fees are considered a donation, and are tax-deducatable. Fees associated with adoption help to offset the costs incurred with proper housing, medical care, appropriate diet, and any other fees incurred. The fees do not include cage, or food.

The NWIBA is an offical non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation that has been around since 2001. Surrendering your bird or Ferret and cages maybe considered a tax-deductable donation. We are an organization of members who truly are devoted to the love, care, and needs of all caged birds. When considering surrendering your bird or ferret, please consider us to be second to none in fulfilling the ultimate happiness of your bird, as well as successful adoptions!

Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions

Please print the appropriate form, complete, and bring with you to the surrender appointment. Many times, we are able to do pick ups, or meet you some place local. Sorry at this time, we are longer rescuing reptiles.

Bird Surrender Form

To download our Microsoft Word Bird Surrender Form click here for the Bird Surrender Form.

Ferret Surrender Form

To download our Microsoft Word Ferret Surrender Form click here for the Ferret Surrender Form.

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to work with you to find the best home for your beloved caged bird and ferret. For more information on our rescuing and adoption efforts, please contact the NWIBA direct at 574-896-0280, 219-689-4499, 219-819-4500 or e-mail us at nwiba@dishmail.net.