Meet Carissa & Rio

Carissa is 14 years old and loves to bake. She especially loves international cuisine and has taught herself how to cook Asian food and French desserts.

She also has a heart for animals. She shows Boer Goats in 4-H, has started a breeding program to help other 4-H kids, and loves pet birds. She currently owns 2 Sun Conures, Rio and Ozzy.

She has trained Rio to play fetch with a ball, fly to her on command, fly back to his cage, he says hello (in the photo) and more. He also loves to snuggle with her and LOVES his almonds.

Carissa is currently saving up to pay for a Free Flight program in Utah where she will be able to let Rio fly free, like he would naturally in the wild.

Thank you for your support!