Boarding at Parrot Stars

Expert care. Calm environment. Real peace of mind.

When you leave your parrot in our care, you’re trusting us with a family member — and we take that responsibility seriously. At Parrot Stars, our boarding program was designed by experienced avian caretakers to meet parrots’ physical and emotional needs in a calm, controlled environment.

Our dedicated boarding room is completely separate from the retail floor, allowing each bird to rest, eat, and play without the stress of constant activity or noise. The space is bright, clean, and climate-controlled, with every detail built around your bird’s safety and comfort.

Please call us at (224) 735-7537 for all your Boarding inquiries and to schedule!

What's Included

  • Daily care from our trained, parrot-loving staff who understand behavior, diet, and enrichment.
  • Individualized attention and supervision — we get to know every guest and monitor them closely throughout their stay.
  • Premium diet and treats included, tailored to your bird’s species and preferences.
  • Fresh water and fresh food (vegetables, fruits, sprouts) provided daily, with dishes washed and disinfected each morning.
  • Calm, quiet housing — birds are not handled or socialized with other birds to prevent unnecessary stress.
Avian-safe cleaning protocols used throughout the facility.

What to Bring

  • Bring your parrot in a secure travel carrier (clearly labeled with the bird’s name on the outside of the carrier).
  • 3–4 hanging parrot toys for comfort and familiarity.
  • Any special diet items your parrot requires (optional - we are happy to accommodate special needs).
We provide all other essentials — including daily food, treats, perching, and cage setup.

Health Requirements

All boarding guests must have proof of negative test results for:

  • Chlamydia psittaci
  • Avian Polyomavirus
  • Psittacine Beak & Feather Disease
  • Avian Bornavirus

Testing must be performed by a certified avian veterinarian (or right here at Parrot Stars) within the past 12 months.

Boarding Prices

Small Parrots

$15/day
  • Parrotlets
  • Cockatiels
  • Small Conures
  • Caiques
  • Indian Ringnecks
  • Quakers
  • Similar Sized Species
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Medium Parrots

$25/day
  • Large Conures
  • Small Cockatoos
  • Amazon Parrots
  • Mini Macaws
  • Eclectus
  • African Grey
  • Similar Sized Species
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Large & Extra Large Parrots

$35/day
  • Large Macaws
  • Large Cockatoos
  • Similar Sized or Larger Species
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Why a Calm Environment Matters

Parrots are highly intelligent, prey animals. Sudden noise, unfamiliar birds, or frequent human contact can trigger stress responses that affect both mental and physical health.

The Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV) emphasizes that parrots benefit from predictable routines, safe housing, and low-stress handling.

At Parrot Stars, we’ve built a space that honors that science — offering a peaceful, attentive environment where your parrot can rest, eat well, and feel secure until you return.

Please call us at (224) 735-7537 for all your Boarding inquiries and to schedule!

Don't take our word for it

★★★★★

Amazing experience as always!

I cannot rave about Parrot Stars boarding enough.  The staff are so caring and go above and beyond to make sure all birds are well cared for. I know the birds are happy to be in a safe and familiar environment, and I am sure they love being able to interact with other birds while we are away.  My male also usually comes home having learned a new whistle or two, which is also a bonus!My male cockatiel is a happy-go-lucky type of guy that is not phased by much, but one of my female is a bit sensitive and does not like change.  Before I began boarding my birds, I was concerned with how my female would react, since she is very much a creature of habit.  I shouldn't have worried, because she has taken well to boarding all times and I think she knows she is in good and familiar hands.In all, 5 stars (I wish I could give more!) and I suggest Parrot Stars for any need you may have. Thank you for being amazing!

Marita Strozier Prittis

Palatine

★★★★★

Another great experience boarding at Parrot Stars

We board our birds at Parrot Stars about once a year when we go on vacations.  When you live with birds on a daily basis they really are part of your family.   When it comes to boarding you need someone you can trust to take care of your flock.  Parrot Stars gives our birds the love, care, and attention they need while we get away for a vacation.  Thank you Parrot Stars team!

Matt Slupik

Hoffman Estates

★★★★★

Happy Bird

We boarded our green cheek conure for the first time and we were so happy to see that she wasn’t stressed or scared when we came back for her. She was happy and healthy and safe. The cost of boarding was reasonable and the food and care was awesome. I will Bring her back to PS if we need to board her again for sure!

Veronica

Chicago

★★★★★

Outstanding service by Ken

Parrot stars is a clean safe trustworthy place . As I was going out of town and was worried as to whom I should leave my precious birds. In parrot stars Alexis is great to communicate she listen to all the needs for my birds than I came across Ken. Ken did a phenomenal job taking care of my three birds. ken is responsible, incredibly accommodating and knows the birds! He was very attentive to their needs. He knew exactly what they liked and what they didn't like. Ken was aware that I am very attached to my birds that he would do daily videos for me so I can see them. Even on his days off he went in to make sure they were doing okay. I appreciated all the updates and morning texts, it really made me at ease knowing my babies was doing so well Iappreciate Ken for his commitment to his job you can truly see he is passionate for what he does. If you're looking for a trustworthy and fantastic boarding place for your birds this is the place.

Ash Kumar

bloomingdale, IL United States

★★★★★

Boarding review

I boarded my umbrella cockatoo with parrots stars and I couldn’t be more happy with how they handled him! He is four years old and It was the first time I’ve been away from him in those four years. Ken and everyone at the store was great in handling him and taking excellent care of him and giving him the attention he needs. It’s a hard thing to leave your baby with someone else but it’s worry free with the parrot stars staff! He had daily interactions and lots of love from everyone. I would absolutely board him there again next time I have to be out of town!

Bret swift

Cedar Rapids, IA