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Adopt a Quaker in Toronto & the GTA

Chatty little architects with huge vocabularies.

Quaker parrots (monk parakeets) are legendary talkers for their size — many rival African Greys in clarity — and they're the only parrot that builds stick nests in the wild, which explains their hilarious urge to weave things into their cage bars. They're hardy, clever, and bond strongly. Quakers are legal to keep in Ontario (they're banned in some U.S. states, not here).

Lifespan

20–30 years

Size

Small (~29 cm)

Noise level

Moderate–loud chatter

Personality

Bold, chatty, devoted

Quakers looking for a home right now

Meimei, a Quaker available for adoption in Mississauga, ON

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Meimei

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Mississauga, ON

Quaker adoption FAQs

Are Quaker parrots legal in Ontario?

Yes — fully legal in Ontario and most of Canada. The bans you may have read about are in certain U.S. states worried about wild colonies.

How well do Quakers talk?

Exceptionally for a small parrot — clear words, phrases, and context. Many adopters are shocked the first time their Quaker greets a visitor by name.

Why does my Quaker weave things into its cage?

Pure instinct — wild Quakers build huge communal stick nests. Give yours weaving-friendly toys (palm strips, untreated wicker) and it will happily 'renovate' for hours.

How do I adopt a quaker through Bird Sitting Toronto?

Browse the available quakers above and apply directly on the bird's page — you'll fill in a short application and chat with our AI screening assistant, then the BST team reviews every application personally. If none are listed today, the waitlist gets first notice when one arrives.

Need to rehome your quaker?

Listing is free, every applicant is screened, and you see each applicant's AI compatibility score at no cost.

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**Rehoming fee of $300 for Meimei** Meimei is a healthy bird who has never had any illnesses. She enjoys sweet fruits and vegetables such as apples, grapes, and sweet potatoes. She also loves pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds as her favorite treats. She has always been a free-roam companion bird and is used to spending most of her day outside of her cage. She loves sitting on your shoulder, stepping up onto your hand, and simply being close to the person she trusts. Meimei is very much a one-person bird. She takes time to warm up to new people, but once she chooses her person, she forms an incredibly strong bond. She becomes extremely affectionate, loves giving kisses, and enjoys spending quality time together every day. She is also a smart and interactive little bird. She can whistle, say a few words, and even says “Mama.” She enjoys communicating with her favorite person and loves being involved in whatever you’re doing. Because Meimei has a strong personality, she can be protective of her cage and may be defensive around strangers at first. She needs a patient and understanding adopter who is willing to let her adjust at her own pace and earn her trust gradually. Once that trust is built, she is an incredibly loyal and loving companion. To help her transition, I will provide two large cages, along with her toys, perches, food bowls, and any remaining food and supplies that she is familiar with. My biggest wish is for Meimei to find her forever home. I would strongly prefer a local adopter so she can settle into a stable environment, and I do not want her to be rehomed or resold in the future. Rehoming Meimei is an incredibly difficult decision for me. I love her deeply, and my only goal is to find a safe, loving, and permanent home where she will be cherished for the rest of her life. Because Meimei means so much to me, I will be selective when choosing her new family. My priority is finding someone who has the time, patience, and commitment to give her the loving, permanent home she deserves.