January 2007 - Action - mickaboo.org

[Mickaboo Action] Back to the tagline question.............
by Nancy Powell 16 Jan '07

16 Jan '07

We need to decide if we're going with a new tagline with our new "Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue" banner or if we're leaving it off. I have NO idea how to decide this........ My top pick at this point is: Saving the world one bird at a time. but here are some of the other suggestions: Saving all the birds we can. Doing everything we can for every companion bird - large or small. Large or small--doing everything we can to save them all. There is no parrot too large or too small - we are dedicated to helping them all. Where even the smallest birds get big second chances. Improving lives, one bird at a time. Saving lives, one bird at a time. Saving all the birds we can. <http://www.mickaboo.org>

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[Mickaboo Action] Photographers - we need your skills!
by Nancy Powell 16 Jan '07

16 Jan '07

Hi there-- Now that we have our new name, we will be publishing new brochures. One of the brochures is called "Learn" and it promotes our bird care classes. We need a high resolution digital picture of one of our classes to use on the brochure. Since we have a BUNCH of classes coming up, I thought we might be able to snag some good pics. I think the best plan will be to have the pic taken from the back of the class so that participants can't be identified (and require release forms). A class with visual aids would be particularly great. Anyone willing to help with this? --Nancy -- Nancy Powell Operations Manager Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue www.mickaboo.org

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[Mickaboo Action] Mickaboo has a new name!
by Nancy Powell 16 Jan '07

16 Jan '07

Hi-- For a long time, we've wanted to have a name that more accurately reflects what we do. And now we do! Our new name is Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue. It will take a little time to change all our documents, but we'll catch up soon! --Nancy -- Nancy Powell Operations Manager Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue www.mickaboo.org

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[Mickaboo Action] request for lovie foster
by Francie 15 Jan '07

15 Jan '07

We have someone who contacted Roseville vet who referred them to Mickaboo re a lovebird surrender. The guy wants to give it to a rescue asap. I don't know of any avail foster homes. Anyone able to take in a lovebird? Francie Foster & Adoption Coordinator Mickaboo Cockatiel Rescue 501(c)3 "Spread the word - adopt a bird!"

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[Mickaboo Action] Fwd: DESPERATE PLEA FOR MACAW FOSTER HOME - WE HAVE ONE
by CLAUDIA MELTEFF 14 Jan '07

14 Jan '07

We have one fantastic group of people who just continue to find ways to help. A Sacramento area family will foster these two macaws. Sherry Novotny, who adopted beautiful Blue & Gold macaw "Carmen", went to the shelter to visit the two macaws today and said they are good looking birds. When she laughed, they laughed and seemed to be reasonably comfortable. She will be moving some cages around and will take these two good looking birds. Thanks to Sherry and to the others who contacted me. CLAUDIA MELTEFF <cmelteff(a)sbcglobal.net> wrote: Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2007 10:06:17 -0800 (PST) From: CLAUDIA MELTEFF <cmelteff(a)sbcglobal.net> Subject: DESPERATE PLEA FOR MACAW FOSTER HOME To: action(a)mickaboo.org Hi! A shelter in Sacramento has two large macaws, surrendered together, that need to move soon. They are available Sunday. There is a Blue & Gold 20 year old male (?) that is not well tamed. The other is a Catalina 3 year old male (?) that is pretty tame - will step up on bare arm but hates long sleeves. They eat Pretty Bird pellets and lots of greens so the previous owner attempted to take care. This shelter has had good experience with Mickaboo and calls us first. I'd hate to disappoint them with a big NO. But I don't have any vacancy for one macaw let alone two. However, it you have taken down your Christmas tree and have a large bare spot that might accommodate a big macaw cage, please let me know. Macaws might look intimidating with their loud noise and big beak but in reality they are very intelligent, sensitive birds who can make your day and enrich your life. PLEASE HELP. Thanks. Claudia Melteff Amazon/Macaw Adoption Coordinator Mickaboo (650) 583-1940 Claudia Melteff Amazon/Macaw Adoption Coordinator Mickaboo (650) 583-1940

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[Mickaboo Action] Two week bird care needed
by Lynn Archer 14 Jan '07

14 Jan '07

Hi All Doris one of our fantastic foster parents who adopted Pabu is fostering Baby, a very cute Senegal. You can see Baby's picture on the web site. Doris is going on vacation Jan 24th through Feb 4th. She has made arraignments for her other birds but needs to fine quarantine care for Baby. She lives in the Oakland Berkeley area. Can anyone look after Baby for this two week period while Doris is away? Thanks, Lynn

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[Mickaboo Action] DESPERATE PLEA FOR MACAW FOSTER HOME
by CLAUDIA MELTEFF 14 Jan '07

14 Jan '07

Hi! A shelter in Sacramento has two large macaws, surrendered together, that need to move soon. They are available Sunday. There is a Blue & Gold 20 year old male (?) that is not well tamed. The other is a Catalina 3 year old male (?) that is pretty tame - will step up on bare arm but hates long sleeves. They eat Pretty Bird pellets and lots of greens so the previous owner attempted to take care. This shelter has had good experience with Mickaboo and calls us first. I'd hate to disappoint them with a big NO. But I don't have any vacancy for one macaw let alone two. However, it you have taken down your Christmas tree and have a large bare spot that might accommodate a big macaw cage, please let me know. Macaws might look intimidating with their loud noise and big beak but in reality they are very intelligent, sensitive birds who can make your day and enrich your life. PLEASE HELP. Thanks. Claudia Melteff Amazon/Macaw Adoption Coordinator Mickaboo (650) 583-1940

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[Mickaboo Action] Cage Needed- will pick up.
by Tom 14 Jan '07

14 Jan '07

Ok, at this point we are without a cage that's big enough for two budgies. I need to get one on my way to San Jose tomorrow, or on my way back on Sunday- mid-day. HELP!!! It's a Mickaboo need, not personal. This is an ACTION GROUP! LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION! Tom

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[Mickaboo Action] budgies to Sherman Oaks
by Michelle Yesney 11 Jan '07

11 Jan '07

All, We have a potential adopter for Winston and Neville, two charming English budgies that presently live in San Jose. The potential adopter is in Sherman Oaks, which is near the confluence of the 405 (the San Diego Freeway) and 101 freeways in Los Angeles County. If you're going to be heading toward the southland in the near future, please let me (and Winston and Neville) know. Thanks, Michelle bc

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[Mickaboo Action] Jellybean & Sparkey - FOSTER or ADOPTIVE HOME PLEASE
by CLAUDIA MELTEFF 11 Jan '07

11 Jan '07

Hi All! No one has indicated any interest in taking on these two great macaws - one little and one big. Although they have lived together, their current dad thinks they could be placed separately if there are other birds in the home. I'd prefer to keep them together but time is running short and they must be moved soon. If you can see yourself with a handsome big macaw on your forearm or a cute little macaw on your hand please let me know ASAP. Thanks. Claudia Melteff Amazon/Macaw Adoption Coordinator Mickaboo (650) 583-1940

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