In The News

This page links to a selection of articles about The Parrot's Perch and other bird information.

Cyrano: Tarte Cosmetics, at the Ulta Event
Cyrano entertained attendees with colorful antics

Cyrano: Waiting in the Wings of Children's Memorial Hospital
As will be seen in the hallways of the new Children's Memorial Hospital, in Chicago

Birds Fall Victim to Tough Economic Times
As seen in the Chicago Tribune on June 7, 2010

Evergreen Park Groomer's Business is for the Birds
As seen in the Southtown Star on November 25, 2008

Cyrano: More than just a pet, he's a star!
As seen in the Crate & Barrel Fall 2008 Catalog

Special Report: Feathered Friends Forever - Sanctuary or Avian Prison Camp?
On May 4, 2008, Sandi Madsen, www.olliesparrotsperch.com, and Tina Usher, www.parrotsperch.com, drove to the Feathered Friends Forever bird sanctuary, in Harlem, GA, with five cockatoos prearranged to be placed there. Read full article here.

Heartfelt Thoughts From a Reformed Parrot Breeder
After 25 years of responsible and devoted breeder, Tina Usher made the difficult decision to stop breeding birds and instead turned her focus towards the many birds in need of homes.
Read more here.

Welcome to birdy boot camp
Pet owners flocking to Lockport for Parrot's Perch Playschool
As seen in The Daily Southtown on May 4, 2005

Polly want to learn?
'Boot camp' program in Lockport lets birds be all that they can be
As seen in The Sun (Homer Township - Lockport - Lemont) on March 2, 2005

Feathered Friends Growing in Popularity Nationwide
As seen in The Reporter on September 2, 2004

Parrots Do Perch Here
As seen in Windy City News on March 14, 2001