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Reviews for Mountain Ridge Aviary

  • Diane Sacramento, California Yet another diseased bird from Jeanette’s facility per the previous review by Erica Poland. BUYERS- PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH. ABV is passed down from breeder pairs/parents to offspring MOST of the time. False negative tests are common with blood card 8/21/2026 11:06:10 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    You purchased the GW in 2022 unweaned, the test was by blood not a card!

  • Erica poland Jay, Maine I purchased a Shamrock macaw that came from this breeder that tested positive for ABV, my bird is currently dying from this disease that has progressed to PDD. I do not recommend buying from this breeder. 8/13/2026 2:09:04 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    I1m not responsible for you Shamrock I sold that to a pet shop you did not by the bird thru me!.

  • Pam Swoope, Virginia I can't thank you enough for beautiful shamrock macaw. She is the sweetest baby. And you are the most reliable breeder and very knowledgeable about birds. 11/23/2025 8:25:57 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    It was a pleasure helping you with your journey in purchasing one of my Macaws.

  • Rochele Knight District Heights, Maryland Hi! Ms. J. Gunther at Mountain Ridge Aviary is the BEST!!! I purchased a Scarlet McCaw last Saturday. Was given pics of the McCaw every week and a health certificate.🥰 10/28/2025 2:17:57 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Enjoy many years with your beautiful Phoenix.

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, California I still miss my GW that died from AG at only 11 months old. Jeanette passed the buck on this one. Please educate yourselves as to the transmission of this disease….see my previous review and work by Dr. Dalhausen. 9/20/2025 2:02:32 AM

    Breeder Reply:
    Tou purchased your Green=Wing back in 2022 un-weaned & diseased tested negative! yet you are passing the buck saying we sold you a sick baby after having it for 11 months.

  • Abi Kroupa Canton, Georgia Very responsive breeder and awesome to work with. We love our gorgeous and sweet Greenwing Charlie 8/19/2025 6:51:27 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    I know Charlie will have a very loving home. Thank you.

  • Lisa Sawin west Palm Beach, Florida I tracked Jeanette’s business for five years and felt so comfortable purchasing a Scarlet baby. She did not disappoint. Happy healthy eating well and stepping up . Am delighted and off to a great start 12/16/2024 2:21:49 AM

    Breeder Reply:
    It was a pleasure helping you with your journey in purchasing one of my Macaws.

  • Grayson Pettit Rockville, Virginia Jeannette is absolutely amazing. I have more than a couple of Macaws now and have dealt with breeders all over the US and Jeannette is hands down my favorite to deal with. She is really the only breeder I would trust with someone new to parrots. 12/13/2024 4:39:27 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you.

  • Christopher Luberski Riverside, New Jersey Fantastic communication, gorgeous birds, and very healthy. Purchased two Greenwing Macaws from Moutain ridge and couldn't be happier! 7/22/2024 4:17:13 PM

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, California Insist on 2+ Avian Ganglioneuritis & 2 Bornavirus (via serology) tests with VMD Labs in Ohio BEFORE taking delivery--get that into your contract with Jeannette. Our bird died at 11 months with NO recourse. Links in previous reviews for education. 4/29/2024 3:23:46 AM

  • Lisa Logan Monroe, North Carolina I bought a Camelot and Greenwing. Thank you Janette for selling me two beautiful macaws. You were very helpful before and after the sale. P. S I’m considering buying one or the Flame macaws. 3/29/2024 5:47:29 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you enjoy your beautiful birds. Let me know if decide on one of the Flame babies.

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, CA Baby died at 11 months from Bornavirus. Vertically transmitted from parents-expert research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpByi-TLUeY&t=1507s Jeanette refused to work with us despite overwhelming evidence (i.e. test/necropsy/health records/etc.). 9/24/2023 1:54:23 AM

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, CA Our baby died at 11 months young. Health & lab records available. Important webinar to watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpByi-TLUeY Experts discuss ganglioneuritis symptoms, transmission and treatment. Careful with possible false neg. tests. 9/18/2023 3:23:38 AM

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, CA Breeder refused to answer questions about sick bird (MRA VA 249 now deceased) TONS of evidence available-happy to take questions: 562-243-9119. I've had birds for 40 years-can help future buyers. Never saw the unsigned contract until too late. 9/18/2023 2:12:09 AM

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, CA My baby died from ganglioneuritis at 11 months (confirmed by test/necropsy). IMPORTANT disease information here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpByi-TLUeY Have a VET test babies AND parents 2X before purchase to de-risk; false ‘-‘ results are not uncommon 9/18/2023 1:28:53 AM

  • Laura Carrico Meridian, Idaho Bought a Blue and Gold Macaw from Jeanette and the entire process was wonderful. I received updated photos as the bird matured and she answered all of my questions along the way. 2/22/2023 8:35:16 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you, enjoy your beautiful baby girl!

  • Diane Aagesen Sacramento, California We purchased a baby green wing macaw from Jeanette. It arrived healthy and well developed. Very professional breeder and straight-forward to deal with. 12/14/2022 4:35:04 PM

  • Missy Sanchez Lee San Francisco, CA Working with Jeanette was amazing. Jeanette was patient & communicative. My yellow collared macaw arrived healthy, friendly, and cuddly; complete with documents & the best travel crate I’ve ever seen. The quality of her care is stellar. 12/6/2022 5:04:58 AM

  • Laura Goodman Concord, Virginia Jeanette was wonderful and very accommodating when purchasing our African Grey. Birds in our area are hard to come by. Having this fabulious lady so close by was a blessing. We have a beautiful, healthy, and well adjusted baby grey. 8/29/2022 5:34:26 PM

  • Robert Anthony Maldonado San Antonio, Texas I bought a Green-Winged Macaw from Jeanette and was very satisfied! She is extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions. She sent pictures regularly so that I could see my baby bird grow and sent me a very healthy, beautiful, &friendly pet. 8/12/2021 3:53:48 PM

  • Jessica Browning Rural Retreat, Virginia Wonderful experience with a wonderful breeder! I brought my baby greenwing home this past Saturday and I couldn’t be happier! I recieved weekly photos and updates and she is happy to answer any questions you may have even after you go home! 8/3/2021 1:33:36 AM

  • Colin Keller Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania We bought a baby green wing from Jeanette, and she was the most helpful, informative, and interactive breeder we could've asked for during the process! She did an amazing job keeping us updated and helping us pick the proper equipment for new bird! 7/30/2021 12:41:56 AM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you both I know Nova will have the best care & a loving home.

  • Willis Chou danville, CA Bought a flame macaw in early January from Jeanette. I received the picture and video every week till picking him up in May from SFO's Delta cargo. He is healthy and energetic and eats a lot. He is very attached to me due to hand feed interaction. 5/19/2021 6:12:12 PM

  • Matthew Marquis West Palm Beach, Florida Jeanette was great! My Macaw Captain arrived and is as sweet as can be. He was immediately affectionate, and already knows how to step up and say hello. I strongly recommend Mountain Ridge! 2/17/2021 9:39:00 PM

  • Mitch Franklin rustburg va., va. looking 4 a green cheek conue 1/8/2021 4:37:00 AM

  • Leann McClain Dumfries, Virginia I couldn’t be happier with Lucy, my scarlet macaw from this breeder. She has been amazing throughout this process, sending weekly photos so I could watch my baby grow. Now that Lucy has come home, I couldn’t be happier. No better breeder out there! 10/27/2020 7:25:33 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you! Lucy will be much loved for many years to come.

  • Susana Lynn Nwosu Hanover , MD Jeanette is an amazing breeder! She goes above and beyond to make sure your bird is well-trained, happy, and healthy. She kept in touch weekly by sending pictures. She is extremely knowledgeable and my macaw Nico came home beautifully trained! 10/26/2020 2:11:41 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Nico will be well loved by his new family.

  • Samantha Bako Powhatan, Virginia Jeanette is beyond amazing! My Gracie is so loving and so sweet my vet even said I lucked out with her! I got weekly updates and updates when Gracie had mile stones. She kept in touch after pick up. Purchasing was stress free! I will buy again! 7/22/2020 11:52:25 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    When we first spoke on the phone I new Gracie will have a wonderful loving home.

  • Laurie Ashley Blacksburg, Virginia the excellence of a breeder shows up the first 24hours that a parrot comes home. Our new 4 month old weaned african grey, is robust , happy , playing, affectionate, eating and sleeping well. Jeanette Gunther ensured him a happy full life to come 7/5/2020 3:00:36 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Your trust in me is greatky appreciated, enjoy mamy years with your Grey.

  • Sarah Khan Clarksburg, Maryland Jeanette was so wonderful to work with and is really invested in making sure you are knowledgeable to ensure good health and happiness for your parrot. I bought an eclectus and I can tell he came from a loving and nurturing environment. 1/28/2020 6:05:16 PM

  • Rosemary Bryant Pineland, South Carolina Jeanette was very knowledgeable&helpful. She made me feel confident about my bird choice.Her advice&suggestions made me ready for my bird’s arrival. I will continue to remain in touch with her & will likely get another bird. I highly recommend her! 11/20/2019 3:32:27 AM

  • Yudelka Peralta Plainfield, New Jersey Jeannette is awesome. I bought my baby green wing Cavalli from her. I am so amazed as how good she raised her. Cavalli is so adorable and smart. She came home saying “hello”. Jeannette makes everything so easy from day one to the end. Thank you.!! 10/24/2019 3:08:01 PM

  • Daniella Kansas City, MO Jeanette shipped Presley, my baby African Grey Congo to me & it was a great experience! Presley is sweet, tame, cuddly, smart, independent but friendly, the most well-adjusted bird I've ever had. Jeanette is a true professional, I 100% recommend her! 6/1/2019 10:40:28 PM

  • Alisa Greenville, VA I have recently added to my flock a baby Greenwing Macaw!! She is beautiful and healthy !! Jeanette you have done yet again a fantastic job!! All of my flock 2 male Electus. 1 male Sun Conure and a female Red factor have come from Mt Ridge Aviary!! 12/2/2018 8:11:20 PM

  • Matthew Concord, NC Jeanette and Mtn Ridge Aviaries are a true class act. She was a pleasure to do business with and we absolutely love our GW Macaw! She cares greatly for her birds and it shows! Thank you Jeanette! 11/19/2018 9:15:19 PM

  • Tammy Freeman Kings Mountain, North Carolina Fantastic Breeder! We reserved our Green Wing from an egg. We received almost weekly updates once "Ivan" was hatched. Ivan is sweet, confident and social. We would buy another bird from Jeanette 1000 times over!! 2/26/2018 5:10:40 PM

  • Pam Witt North Tazewell, Virginia I highly recommend this breeder. We brought our African Grey home Jan 7, 2018 and he was everything we expected plus more. Jeanette is wonderful. She keeps in touch sends updated pictures until you are able to bring your baby home. She is wonderful 2/15/2018 1:25:07 AM

  • Pam Witt North Tazewell, Virginia I highly recommend this breeder. We brought our African Grey home Jan 7, 2018 and he was everything we expected plus more. Jeanette is wonderful. She keeps in touch sends updated pictures until you are able to bring your baby home. She is wonderful 2/15/2018 1:25:07 AM

  • Pam Witt North Tazewell, Virginia I highly recommend this breeder. We brought our African Grey home Jan 7, 2018 and he was everything we expected plus more. Jeanette is wonderful. She keeps in touch sends updated pictures until you are able to bring your baby home. She is wonderful 2/15/2018 1:25:03 AM

  • Sarah Surratt Fishersville, Virginia Can’t say enough positive things about Jeanette! Purchased a baby Congo African grey from her. I received a update weekly on her progress and had a outstanding experience working with her. Thank you so much! 1/4/2018 10:29:56 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you you were also a joy to work with Coda has a great new Mommy.

  • mrs r steinhauer Babylon, ny Jeanette is truly an amazing person. Our Green Wing Ruby is astounding, she was raised with love, to fit in our family perfectly. From Photos, to contact and delivery, all was a fantastic experience. Jeanette is definitely a wonderful breeder. 11/4/2017 10:18:34 PM

  • Christopher Blumer Forestdale, Massachusetts An outstanding breeder. Loved working with Jeanette. Was able to give our baby green - winged macaw a nice home. We absolutely adore her as a family. 10/22/2017 12:42:16 AM

  • Cynthia Bowman-Gholston Montgomery Village, Maryland Jeanette is such a treasure. My little Green Wing Macaw came to live with me on August 5th. Jeanette gave her all of the necessary skills for a successful launch into my world. She's just a wonderful laid back bird, gentle, and a delight. 8/16/2017 1:17:31 AM

  • Betty Carroll Pulaski, Virginia Jeanette is wonderful. We brought home our 4 month old make greenwing and he's settling in nicely. He's getting used to everything. I can't say enough good things about Jeanette her birds are awesome and she's so friendly and helpful. We'll be back 8/1/2017 1:11:38 AM

    Breeder Reply:
    He was a joy to raise I known Calvin will be well taken of. Thank you.

  • Mike Turnbull Dayton, Nevada Just bought our green wing jazz from Jeanette at mt ridge aviary and had the best experience possible, not only does she care about her birds she cares about her customers, would absolutely recommend her to any body wanting to by a bird, A+ service! 9/2/2016 7:59:50 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you.

  • kurt Baldwin Charlottesville , VA lucked out cause there lot of breeders out there to make a buck and lost their passion. This one amazingly is an hour away. Also lots of breeders are so busy they come across not so nice. Jeanette is so sweet and is full knowledge. Decades off this! 8/2/2016 9:07:31 PM

  • Kandy Tanner Northport, Alabama We are so pleased with the Green Wing Macaw we purchased from Mountain Ridge Aviary. Jeanette is awesome! She sent pictures of our baby as she grew. She is also very knowledgeable and was happy to answer all our questions even after we got home. 6/22/2016 3:26:47 PM

  • Krista Jenkins Bealeton, Virginia I am 100% happy with how everything went while paying and waiting for my sun conure! He's very happy and healthy. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. 6/19/2016 7:42:44 PM

  • Diane Funkhouser HUNTINGTOWN, MD Thank you Jeanette. Max flame macaw is wonderful. He says hello he loves to snuggle. He is so beatiful and we are looking forward to adding our next family member. Aboustly the best baby ever thank you so much. 6/19/2016 1:27:06 AM

  • Alisa Hinshaw Greenville, Virginia Thank you so much!!! My Eclectus and Sun conure are beautiful!!!! Solomon and Rio have been taken care, very well socialized and are a blessing to the extension of our family!! 5/21/2016 5:46:32 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you. I know both of the babies will have a great home.

  • Mike Banks Stanley, Virginia In the past I have delt with breeders & pet stores and had really good service. Now this time I learned what it's like to deal with someone who is in it for the animals and not the money! I will never deal with anyone else again. Thank you MRA. 3/25/2016 7:41:49 PM

  • twyla worsham Lynch Station, Virginia Jennette is awesome to work with. She kept me informed with weekly photos and answered all questions I had. Prearranged a veterinarian appointment on same day we picked up our new Congo African Gray. Excellent health, Environment well kept 7/14/2015 12:43:23 AM

  • Kate Wagner Midlothian, Virginia Excellent breeder to work with. Kept me well informed about my baby's progress and sent pictures periodically. The African Grey is very comfortable being handled, and has been a delightful addition to our household. 4/10/2015 2:12:39 PM

  • Joy Houston Liberty, North Carolina Excellent breeder with excellent quality birds! The environment was very clean and I was very happy my baby Grey was well socialized with dogs and cats, which made the transition smooth to my home with my other fur babies! :) 3/18/2015 6:02:24 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you for taking the time and writing a wonderful rating. Enjoy you baby Grey many years to come.

  • Claudia Amen Declo, Idaho She was always in contact with me. I always knew how my baby was doing. I love my bird. I would buy from Jeannette again. She really loves and takes good care of her birds. 3/18/2015 4:33:55 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you for your rating. I know she has a wonderful home.

  • Nettie Minnetonka, MN I had a great experience with Mountain Ridge Aviaries and Jeanette. She was very very nice and sent me pictures of my baby and gave me all the info I wanted. The baby was very healthy and sweet and I am very happy with her. Jeanette really cares about her birds. Its always kind of scary bringing a new bird into your flock but she is so healthy and has been so well cared for and so well adjusted Im not worried. 10/19/2014 10:02:37 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you for rating.

  • Brian Des moines, Iowa I have bought a baby Green wing Macaw from Mountain Ridge and was amazed at the health and quality of my baby when she arrived! Jeanette kept in touch with me and my birds progress along with pictures and updates and I am very pleased and would get another quality bird from them in a heart beat. Folks ,If you are picky and are looking for your next baby do not hesitate to check out out what MountainRidge Aviarys has to offer...this woman knows her birds! Thank you Jeanette for my beautiful bab 7/2/2014 5:45:03 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    You were a pleasure to work with and looking forward to work with you in the future. Thank you Jeanette

  • Don Bridgewater, Virginia I purchased a Greenwing Macaw from Mountain Ridge Aviary. This breeder's knowledge and concern for her babies is beyond reproach. I baby is big and beautiful; laid back and as tame as they come. When I visited before I bought my baby home; Jeanette let me come visit on Saturday Afternoon's, no rush, I could stay and play with the baby as long as I needed too. Very knowledgeable breeder. 6/26/2014 9:07:09 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you. I know Magoo will be very loved and cared for.

  • Mary I purchased my first Hyacinth from Jeanette. She made it a wonderful experience. He is everything she said he'd be :) No problems with shipping - she made the whole process so easy. She is very honest and strives for integrity. It can be scary to make such a large purchase without meeting breeder (or bird), but I can assure you that this lady shoots straight from the hip. Buy with confidence! Thanks again Jeanette! 5/6/2014 12:49:02 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Your rating is greatly appreciated.

  • Larry Hamilton, Ohio Jeanette has been absolutely wonderful to deal with has kept us updated weekly with the progress of our baby also sending pictures regularly she is so organized and thorough.We would not hesitate todo business with her again,and would highly recommend her for your next bird 3/21/2014 8:12:19 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you , your rating is greatly appreciated.

  • craig pocatello id, idaho Good communication. Very sweet bird in good condition. Would buy from again. 5/5/2012 2:25:22 PM

  • Tatiana Lutherville, MD We just recently bought a Green Wing baby and she is a healthy, beautiful girl. Jeanette is a very caring person. She loves her birds and was very helpful and knowlegable. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for healthy parrots. And I would definetly buy from her again. 5/10/2011 8:35:00 PM

    Breeder Reply:
    Thank you for taking the time and sharing your how happy you are with your new baby Green-Wing. I know she will be loved and well taken care of. Thank you, Jeanette Gunther

  • Alex Mendoza Edimburg, Texas Very nice seller, excellent description of the birds and also photographs, very good crates, (new and big) and accurate shipping details, awesome birds!!!! i do recomend 100% Mountain Ridge Aviaries 9/24/2008 1:10:54 AM