The shipper must pay in advance for counter to counter. A health certificate is required if the shipper purchases insurance or requests declared valuation. Within 24 hours after shipping birds, you need to make sure that they have arrived safely and determine if the client has any immediate questions about the birds. The dishes should contain the types of foods with which the bird is familiar. Another call a week after delivery to check on the status of the bird or birds lets your clients know that you care about them and their birds, and gives you the opportunity to answer questions that have not been presented previously.
Many breeders use the commonly available plastic animal carriers with sturdy wire doors.
However, the crates are easily opened unless the doors are strapped or wired shut. An easily opened carrier is an invitation to losing birds. In addition, if dropped from a height onto a solid surface, such as a concrete-floor storage room or the runway tarp, these crates can pop open if the plastic is somewhat flexible. Therefore, it is wise to use strapping tape or metal straps to assure that the crates are secure. If a large, heavy container falls onto the carrier, it may be crushed.