Feather Farm

I was interested in purchasing a hand fed parakeet from here. I was in contact with the breeder for the parakeets for months. I went to see the birds multiple times and was waiting until they were ready to go. The first clutch I was interested in all died. I posted a picture of the new baby bird I might get in a group and there were many concerns.

Sure enough the birds passed away and they had no explanation as to why? Months later I got a text from the woman who breeds the parakeets that my bird is ready, it's a blue parakeet and it's a male. My husband and I went to see it and it was similar as the previous clutch that passed away. It had loose stool and it's bottom looked dirty. I stated my concerns to the man working the back (I'm assuming it was the woman's husband).

He called his wife and had her on speaker phone and they were both angry I decided not to buy the bird. They tried demanding I pay them $30 for a DNA test they said they had done on the bird to find out it was male. I asked them for a receipt, (although I never asked them to DNA test a bird for me) they asked for my address and they would mail me the certificate.

When we would not provide our address the man kicked us out of the feather farm. Very hostile people, we were trying to talk to them about it and they acted like they had no time for us. I'm so very sad because I've been coming to this place for around 20 years visiting the birds and I loved it there. Below are pictures of the first clutch of parakeets I was interested in buying that didn't make it.

This is my second time purchasing a bird from them. Everyone is so kind and supportive. They want you to have a great relationship with your bird, so they are available to answer all your questions by phone or in person. Love Love Love this place!

A lot of good stuff I like it and I see Same baby's birds too I like to come back

The most selfish money hunger greedy I ever met. Inconsiderate of others. Had me go there at least 20 times. Did paperwork, put money down, just to have her turn around and sell it to her friend. To top.it if after thinking about the entire scene, not one bird was tame. Her husband wouldn't put his hand in their cages. I wanted to also buy my best friend a bird.

Since she was forcing me to buy a ugly cage off her. So I figured ok if my best friend likes it ill buy it n give it to him.only problem is there wasn't any bird I could buy to put in the cage. They all were wild, from the 2 hrs 3 times a week, if she has that much time for them. Go there try to buy a bird. Limited choice. Since her animals are wild from neglect.

She puts plenty of food n water. Spends so little time with them that they tear up metal cages. If you need an attack bird, live in a rough part of town. Then this is the place to go. Her birds will attack.

This place has been great! Very helpful and knowledgable! My 12 year old is getting a bird from here and they have gone above and beyond with not only educating us, but making sure we get exactly that right experience! I cannot say enough good about this place! We will be recommending to everyone!

Absolutely wonderful people, I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here. I bought two wonderful little cockatiels for the flock I already currently have and I'm only hoping they'll acclimate well. I can tell they're extremely well hand-raised birds and I'm very impressed with how they handle everything with their birds. I would definitely come again and again. Very nice people.

Arlyta was amazing. I live in Los Angeles. I was so comfortable purchasing my African Gray baby bird from her after talking to her for about a month before he was ready to go home with me. She hand fed and cared so well. She sent toys, food and everything I needed to get a great start with him. He is doing great. She and I stay in touch and she is always happy to answer my questions and see how Stanley is doing. I highly recommend buying a bird from such caring people!

Very knowledgeable and caring for their birds, I have purchased two conures from Feather Farm and look forward to returning for future feathered family members! Thank you Arlyta!

Arlita was great to work with and knowledgeable on the parrots they have! We left with our new addition to the family! Thanks for everything Feather farm and Arlita!

I went back to this place to see if it was better than my last visit a few years ago and was shocked how dirty it still is. The birds' cages are filthy and I don't think the birds are well cared for. You can tell that the cages have not been cleaned in a long time because they are covered with dried bird poop. The woman I spoke to was rude when I questioned her about the dirty cages. I also don't believe they have full knowledge about parrots. I would never recommend this place. I feel sorry for the birds.

About 13 years ago we boarded our one parrot there and it got sick when it returned. My wife decided to give them a second chance to board our other parrot. She made a reservation, confirmed IN PERSON, and when she arrived to drop of our parrot she was told that they wouldn't take him, that we should have had a back up plan (!), and that we're putting our bird at risk for not having a back up plan (!). So, they not only cancelled our reservation but insulted my wife.

I honestly can't believe that they're still in business for treating people like this. If you give them money, you're complicit and encouraging their bad behavior. Skip them, buy your bird from a reputable shop (e.g. Your Basic Bird in Berkeley is an outstanding option for healthy birds). Don't ever use them, because they clearly don't need the money.

This is a fantastic place to get well-tamed, hand-fed birds. We recently got a pineapple green cheek conure from them. We could not be happier about the new bird. The owner lady even called us after a week making sure everything is fine with the bird - it just shows how much they care. Yes, their hours changed a lot recently because she lost a helper at the farm. But she is still the same diligent and experienced bird breeder who cares deeply about her babies.

I drove all the way to get my bird groomed as I have done the last 4 years to find out the groomer quit. I believe the owner said to me no grooming and I'm busy and turned back to her computer left me standing looking stupid. It was a waste of my time on my only day off. I always try to support local businesses but this was poor customer service and I will never refer anyone again and I will never return.

I am absolutely livid. I called them three months ago to make a boarding reservation for my bird for this weekend. After three unreturned phone calls, someone finally called back and took my reservation. I even went up there to change the drop-off time myself when I realized a few weeks later that I wouldn't be able to drop him off on a Thursday since they're closed.

I went up there today in plenty of time (I arrived at 3:35; their posted closing is 4pm), and the woman there said "we're closed." I said that I had a reservation for him to be boarded and I only needed to drop him off. She simply shook her head! She refused to take him, citing that she had no security and there was someone not there. I reiterated that I made this appointment months ago.

She replied that I should find a neighbor or something to watch him.if I had a neighbor to watch him, or were comfortable leaving him alone in my house even if I had a neighbor I trusted, I would have done that (parrots don't do well when left alone - or do these people know that?). Then - the cherry on top - she said that I "had jeopardized my bird." I can't even.

I made this reservation months in advance, I went in person to extend it, I verified it a couple of weeks beforehand, and this woman tells me that it is now my fault that my parrot has nowhere to go this weekend? I wish I could give this place zero stars. Do not, under any circumstances, give this place your business - they clearly do not want it.

I put a deposit down on a Caique in February and its the best little bird I've ever had. His name is Danny Boy and boy is he fun! I would visit him every week to every other week as much as I could during the process of paying for him. I was able to pay him off in a month and from there take him home! They made the adoption easy and even set me up with some food and toys and a few first nail/beak trims free!

Definitely the place to go! A lot of people complain about the mess. I think it depends on the time of day you go having gone there multiple times from February to March. Birds as you know are pooping machines so things get dirty fast. I've been there before the worker does her daily clean and after and its astounding the difference it makes.

It just happens; They're birds. Danny is the best purchase I've ever made though. I plan to bring my mom by for her birthday and get her a couple of finches or a canary. :D

I'm sorry to give a negative review to this small local business, but I agree with comments pointing out how dirty the cages are. According to my bird's vet (and everything I read), droppings need to be cleaned out regularly for the bird's health. This is definitely not done here, as the cages are literally crusty with poop. I was also surprised to see large bunches of millet hanging inside most of the cages which, again, my vet warns against. Although many birds (including mine) love millet, it's an incomplete and fattening food and therefore should be used only as an occasional treat.

We have been long time customers at the feather farm and they have always been great to buy from and help maintain our birds! One of a kind type of business!

This establishment was very nice. They have a good selection of birds and services. They have also proved to be very helpful and polite while servicing me. I will definitely come back, and recommend to others seeking a new companion or products.

I purchased a hand-fed baby Umbrella Cockatoo from The Feather Farm just recently. My words on this screen do not give justice to the way Arlyta and her staff handled the entire process of my purchase. My baby was cared for by Arlyta herself. She made sure that weaning was done to perfection before she let me take my baby home. It was hard to leave her as I wanted her home, but I knew it was best for my "Stella" and I am so glad I followed the careful direction of The Feather Farm. Arlyta calls me every other day to make sure I am doing ok at home with Stella and has even asked that I bring her in for the next few weeks for weight checks just to be extra careful she remains as healthy as when I brought her home.

The Feather Farm made sure I had everything I needed at home to make the transition as easy as possible and even tossed in many free items. They offer free wing and nail clipping for the rest of my birds life and stand behind their birds 100%. I would not purchase a bird any where else now that I know of this hidden treasure right in my back yard.

Where do i start? They had a ad out saying they were buying African Greys and i responded because i had a pair that i couldn't keep at the moment. So i talked to Elritya for a couple of days before i took my birds in and i sent her pictures of my birds and told her what condition they were in. And im sorry to say but she can't remember who she talks to and what for.

She confused me with alot of people over the phone to begin with. So when i took my birds in after traveling for more than 2 hours her husband John was there and he was NOT friendly and mind you they run this business how? He looked at my birds and offered me a price way lower than i was told and i think this is how they TRICK people who travel far distance just to get there.

I said no and left. It was ridiculous they offered me gas money which i didn't take because i was more upset because of what the birds had to go through. I mean seriously is this a joke? While i was there i was talking to one of the girls who hand feeds and tames the birds and i told her i had a type of bird at home and she said " OH I HATE THOSE" this is coming from the person who is taking care of those birds? did she forget that she's in the bird business? it was sad i had nothing to say to that.

If you are looking to sell or buy your birds don't go here they are full of bs. they lie and that place itself wasn't clean. Avoid this place for your birds sake. Bad customer service. P.s when i was there i ran into this customer and she told me that those African Grey go for more in Napa. They tried to fool me.

Bought my new friend, an English Parakeet, from here! They were phenomenal in helping us get everything we needed, they gave us free food, toys, treats, and Spent a long time educating us before making our purchase! They even offer free nail and wing clippings for life! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to adopt a bird from breeders who really care!

Purchased an African Grey from The Feather Farm and all i have to say they do great work. All their birds are hand fed and raised with care and this shows in the quality of birds and their content for their human companions. 40 years truly show their love and dedication for these lovely creatures. Good job, you guys!

EXCELLENT! I was researching to get a Sun Conure and came upon this farm. I called and checked their hours and over the weekend, we went. This place is EXCELLENT! The people are great and warm. They are all helpful. Arlyta is great. She showed us around - looking at the birds, bird cages and even showed us feeding of the baby bird. I fell in love with it.

We placed our name on the list when the babies will be available. We bought a cage and some accessories from her at the Bird Mart yesterday (she told us to buy the cage at the bird mart because it will be on a discounted price.) We will surely be back for more.

Several months ago I went to the Feather Farm to purchase a new cage and the prices are amazing, you cant beat them. However I was very disappointed at the conditions for the birds especially the "breeders", stuck in just wire cages with not much more than a perch and a "box:" to sleep in. It was freezing and some of the birds were straining to get into the sun to warm up.

This was very sad and disturbing. Most of the water bowls and food bowls both inside and out were filthy not to mention the birds inside had several weeks of pooh at the bottoms of their cages. There was eucalyptus leaves all around which lead me to believe this was to hide the smell, very disappointing. It looked as though most were fed a steady diet of seed which is just a small part of what their diets should consist of.

The staff was friendly and knowledgeable I will say that, but I think for first time bird buyers that these conditions may lead people to think this is the norm and it's OK.IT IS NOT. Personally I think they had way too many birds and were unable to keep the conditions more sanitary.

This is where we got our first baby! she is the pretty girl in my profile picture there, yup, thats her! we drove up to napa cause we heard they had weaned green cheek conures, and as soon as we arrived we knew it was a pretty cool place. its a little house with a huge yard almost to the point of being a little farm. in the "garage" they have a huge selection of high quality bird cages very VERY resonably priced (i saw the exact one i had for HALF the price. damnit!) we walk out up toward the house and see rows of breeder cages full of parrots (they also run a conservation program breeding psittacines) and roaming bands of chickens, ducks and other fowl. we checked out the flock, all happy chattering birdies, no screaming or plucking anywhere! how often do you see a bird store like that? so i walk up to one cage with a snuggly pair of african greys and say hello handsome, he looks me in the eye and says "bGAWK cluck cluck cluck" i nearly peed my pants laughing so hard. so we go inside the house and ask about the babies and we are shown into the 'living room'. it had been completly converted to a birdy paradise with climbing toys ceiling to floor. they only had a few birds, maybe 4 sun conures and 3 green cheeks and a few others in cages. we focused on the three green cheek conures and realized we were in love, but which one? it was clear they were well cared for and had personal attention each day. some baby bird can be scared of people, even hand raised ones. these guys were ready to play and wanted our attention soooo badly. after an hour we decided. not the shy one, not the agresive one. and we chose right! the service was awesome, the people knew their birds. they sent us home with a really excellent book on conures and two pounds of her food.