Human reared African grey parrots will bond with their carer for life, so when Nathan finds himself seeking a new home for his pet parrot Toby, male companionship is at the top of his checklist. Nathan and Toby check out a modern day Dr Doolittle, a busy family with lots of pets and children and a bird mad couple with their own bird sanctuary, before having to decide which one will be best suited to giving Toby the company he craves.