todaysbird:

with the holiday season coming up, it’s important to remember to never get a pet bird as a surprise for anyone, even an adult. birds, even little ones like finches or budgies, are a major time commitment, have expensive specialized care and vet bills, and can be very noisy. they’re also a long-term companion. if you want to get your partner/friend/family member a bird, check and make sure that they’re in a place to take care of one (and want one!) first.

We can agree on no pets at all as gifts, yeah? Unless general-you is willing to take care of it if the recipient can’t or won’t.