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Adopt Ara Macao

Mixed Breed · Male

We have a Dark Red Macaw and wanted to pair him with another of his kind. However, because this one has a behavioral disorder, meaning he is overly imprinted on his owner, he does not accept any other parrot and defends his territory. For safety reasons, we had to separate the Light Red Macaw, Donny, from the other due to a safety issue. He was constantly being pushed off the perch and prevented from accessing food, resulting in malnourishment and a wound on his wing. We subsequently had him examined by a vet and have been nursing him back to health in a cage. We cannot keep him together with the Dark Red Macaw, but keeping him in a cage inside the house is not animal-friendly and is also a burden for us. We do not want to deprive him of a beautiful new home, which is why we are looking for a new home for him where he will be in experienced hands. Due to his handicap, the aviary must be set up accordingly, with low-hanging branches and ways for him to get from the ground to elevated areas. In terms of personality, he is an absolute treasure. He has never bitten and does not bite. He comes to the arm and enjoys cuddles. He likes human company and is initially reserved but then curious and happy to be carried around without wanting to escape. A great companion for walks.

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Wir haben einen Dunkelroten Ara und wollten ihn mit einem seiner Art vergesellschaften. Dadurch das dieser eine Verhaltensstörung hat, sprich zu sehr auf seinem Besitzer geprägt ist, akzeptiert er keinen anderen Papagei und verteidigt sein Revier. Aus Sicherheitsgründen mussten wir den Hellroten Ara, Donny“ von dem anderen trennen, da ein Sicherheitsproblem bestand und er durch die Attacken (Wurde ständig vom Ast gestoßen und vom Futter verträngt), Mangelerscheinungen hatte und eine Wunde am Flügel. Wir haben ihn daraufhin ärztlich vorgestellt und jetzt in einem Käfig aufgepäppelt. Wir können ihn nicht mit dem Dunkelrotenara zusammensetzen, aber die Umstände, dass er jetzt in einem Käfig im Haus gehalten werden ist nicht Tiergerecht und für uns auch eine Belastung. Wir möchten ihm ein schönes neues Zuhause nicht verwehren, aus diesem Grund suchen wir für ihn ein neues Zuhause und das er in erfahrene Hände kommt. Aufgrund von seinem Handicap muss die Voliere dementsprechend eingerichtet werden, mit niedrig hängenden Ästen und Möglichkeiten für ihm vom Boden auf die Erhöhungen zu kommen. Vom Wesen ist er ein absoluter Schatz. Er hat noch nie gebissen und beißt nicht. Er kommt auf den Arm und genießt Streicheleinheiten. Er mag die Nähe des Menschen und ist zwar anfangs zurückhaltend aber dann neugierig und lässt sich gerne durch die Gegend tragen ohne abhauen zu wollen. Ein guter Begleiter für Spaziergänge.

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🇩🇪Germany
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Listed 4 weeks ago

About Ara Macao

What life with Ara Macao looks like

Ara Macao is a adult mixed breed animal waiting at Federnhilfe in Germany.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Ara Macao far better than any listing can convey — ask about daily routine, ideal household, and what kind of adopter they're hoping for.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ara Macao, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ara Macao?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Federnhilfe handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ara Macao on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ara Macao if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Federnhilfe will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Ara Macao already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most animals on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Ara Macao isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Federnhilfe early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ara Macao and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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