Sorry I didn't read through this thoroughly before. So, we're looking
outside of the organization for papilloma homes? What are the rules of
engagement? Will the "foster" parent (probably like a long-term caretaker)
need to go through Mickaboo's entire approval process? Will they be
fast-tracked through the process? Will seemingly qualified parties be able
to forego all or part of the approval process? Will we work with willing and
able "non-bird" people to get them up to speed on caring for these birds?
These are things which in my opinion should be considered before we
publicize this.
I'm thinking that any external communication about this should include a
high-level description of what avian papilloma virus is and what it isn't.
For example, it's communicable to other birds but not to mammals (right?)
and it's permanent. I'm sure Shelly could provide anecdotes about caring for
APV-positive birds and those will help to convey what it's like to care for
these special birds.
And, before an outsider takes any APV-positive birds on Mickaboo's behalf
they should probably sign a contract indemnifying Mickaboo in case they
expose other birds to the infected bird and pass on the virus. Do we have a
specific contract for this sort of thing? I know we have a zoonotic disease
waiver, which is not exactly the same thing. . . .
--VH
From: media-advisors-bounces@mickaboo.org
[mailto:media-advisors-bounces@mickaboo.org] On Behalf Of Michelle Yesney
Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2012 11:38 AM
To: Mickaboo media advisor team
Subject: [Media-advisors] Fwd: [Mickaboo Discuss] Need Foster Home for
Amazon with Papilloma
Everyone - The email below describes Tad, an Amazon with papilloma. Scott
has suggested that this is a newsworthy event that might help to attract an
"outside" foster home that could give him the care he needs. Certainly
Shelley Butler has tried to attract a new papilloma foster home from within
Mickaboo, with not a lot of luck.
I am hoping that this group can provide insight into publicizing the
activity, both pro and con.
Thanks for your help,
Michelle
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From: Karen Watkins
