March 2007 - Action - mickaboo.org

[Mickaboo Action] A very special foster home needed!
by Ailsa 31 Mar '07

31 Mar '07

We received this email from Peninsula Humane Society: "We have a very sweet but shy Nanday here that would benefit from a foster home. She has been here over a year now and is consistently overlooked. She is very gentle and curious, but not entirely sure she wants to be held. Although she is very quiet here unless treats come out, I would imagine she will put up a fuss while she is settling in." They recently helped us out, taking in five 'tiels when we had nowhere else for them to go and needed a place for the asap. It would be lovely if we could help them, and this bird, out by finding a foster home to give her some one-on-one attention. Anyone up for giving this bird a foster home where she can feel like she's part of a family? Thanks for considering it, ~ Ailsa Conure Coordinator Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue Share your support of Mickaboo! Not just for cockatiels anymore! Tshirts, bumper stickers, and more: www.mickaboo.org www.cafepress.com/mickaboo "Be the Change You Wish to See in the World." ~ Gandhi

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[Mickaboo Action] tranpsort from Pleasant Hill to San Jose
by Francie 31 Mar '07

31 Mar '07

Needed for Maxwell the moluccan cockatoo and his cage. His foser to adopt mom can drive from Prunedale to San Jose to meet someone. His current foster mom lives in San Jose. The trade-off day has to be this comingMonday d/t his foster to adopt moms work sechedule. Can anyone help if his current foster mom is unable to do this? You can let Sue know at sue.walters(a)sbcglobal.net. Thanks!

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[Mickaboo Action] Tiel foster homes!
by Shannon 30 Mar '07

30 Mar '07

Hi folks! 1) We need an immediate foster home for a very sweet and affectionate male cockatiel, Dusty. We need to move Dusty ASAP from the wonderful home he's being surrendered from, because his mom is now having to use a breathing machine because she's so allergic to Dusty and the M2, Peaches, he's being surrendered with. They're currently in the South Bay. We need to move them ASAP, so if you can help, please contact me offlist and let me know. The Cockatoo has a wonderful foster home lined up--now we need to find one for little Dusty! 2) We have two beautiful baby cockatiels at Holly Street. These birds were dropped off unexpectedly during one of our last classes. They have a permanent home lined up in the Sac'to area, but we need a TEMPORARY foster home for them during the next one week. They're currently frightened and lonely in the hospital, and would do so much better in a warm and loving home for the next week. Please let me know if you have the quarantine space to take them for a week. Thank you!!! -- Shannon Shrewsbury Cockatiel Coordinator Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue 501(c)3 (C) 650.814.7439 www.mickaboo.org shannon(a)mickaboo.org

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[Mickaboo Action] Amazon Foster Homes - HELP NOW - PLEASE
by CLAUDIA MELTEFF 30 Mar '07

30 Mar '07

Hi All! I didn't get even one response! Not even from someone who says "Sorry I can't help, but." Now I have another problem - what do I do with these birds? No one wants to take a chance on them, but they are here in Mickaboo's care. I also have no available foster homes for any other amazons and macaws. I know I am preaching to the choir but I'm really concerned because what is Mickaboo if not a good and safe network for needy birds. If anyone can reconsider, I will personally mentor you every step of the way with these feathered thugs . And who knows what we will find when we peel off layers of protective behavior - wanna find out, wanna be some troubled little bird's soft place to fall? Let me know - - - - CLAUDIA MELTEFF <cmelteff(a)sbcglobal.net> wrote: Date: Sun, 25 Mar 2007 18:53:14 -0700 (PDT) From: CLAUDIA MELTEFF <cmelteff(a)sbcglobal.net> Subject: Amazon Foster Homes - HELP NOW To: action(a)mickaboo.org Hi All! Mickaboo currently has at least three aggressive amazons in short term foster homes that need to be "gentled" - whispered to, sung to, read to, fed special foods and shown that humans can be trusted and can love and protect them. Mickaboo will provide large cages so they can exercise inside until they are ready to experience out of cage time. If I can move these birds to longer term foster homes where they get focused attention, it will free up space for other birds waiting to be surrendered. Don't be afraid! These are not big alligators or mountain lions or bears - just little light weight bundles of feathers with attitude. These birds all have very entertaining personalities and deserve every chance we can give them. Please step up and offer to help just one of these guys. You will be thrilled at their progress. 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] Terrific Macaw Needs Foster Home
by CLAUDIA MELTEFF 30 Mar '07

30 Mar '07

Hi! Some of you may have read the bio about Queeters, a big Blue & Gold Macaw that was surrendered last December. Queeters had lived in an environment of violence and abuse as demonstrated by "potty" mouth, loud and angry verbal threats, general demeanor, and self destructive behavior. After months of dedication and love from a wonderful foster family, Queeters is now "clown-like, interactive, talkative - calls people by their names, learns incredibly quickly and is really nice looking guy (might be female). Loves to eat socially . . ." quote from latest report from the foster mom. He also climbs on her and plays with her hair, talks to and dances with the kids. The mom also says Queeters is a major commitment and that she never lets down her guard with this big bird. Sadly, the foster mom is having some serious health problems and has asked that Queeters be moved to another foster home. If you are willing to continue the journey this foster family started with Queeters you will be delighted and forever changed by experiencing this big macaw. I'd like to move Queeters soon - if you can help please contact me off list. Thanks. Claudia Melteff Amazon/Macaw Adoption Coordinator Mickaboo (650) 583-1940

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[Mickaboo Action] Friday phones
by Tom 30 Mar '07

30 Mar '07

I need someone to take over Friday Hotline responsibilities permanently.

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[Mickaboo Action] TRANSPORT TOMORROW
by Tom 30 Mar '07

30 Mar '07

We need somebody with a truck and and hour to spare TOMORROW at 2:00 pm, STARTING ON East Trimble Road in SJ and going to HAYWARD!

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[Mickaboo Action] Anyone have a patagonian conure or know of one...
by Nancy Powell 29 Mar '07

29 Mar '07

in the South Bay? Michele Raffin is considering taking at least one of MCBR's patties, but she doesn't know them and would like a chance to interact with one before she commits. Doesn't have to be a Mickaboo bird! Thanks for your help. --N -- Nancy Powell Operations Manager Mickaboo Companion Bird Rescue www.mickaboo.org

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[Mickaboo Action] Transport
by Tom 28 Mar '07

28 Mar '07

BIG Cage transport needed Thursday or Friday from Vacaville to San Ramon. Please advise if you are passing thru.

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[Mickaboo Action] TAMMY PLEASE DO NOT READ
by Francie 27 Mar '07

27 Mar '07

I tried to do this a few emails at a time but am sure I missed a bunch of you so I'm hoping Tammy won't be too tempted to look at this! Tammy's baby is due tomorrow! I'd like to get a group gift for her from her Mickaboo flock members. If you'd like to participate please send $5.00 to: Francie Waller PO Box 1290 Alta, CA 95701 wildcrittergal(a)yahoo.com

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