Hey guys, not only do your outside dogs need shelter from rain, but also the heat and it’s on the way. so how about that present for your dogs for a change. I myself treat my dogs like humans as they are really smart, smartter than you think. So a dog house…DO IT NOW! http://bit.ly/h1BGF4
Tim
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Accident-prone cat
I adopted Booboo from a woman who ran an adoption agency from her home. She had seen an uncaring person hit him with their SUV. She took him to the vet, thinking they would have to euthanize him due to the extent of his injuries. Not so! He still shows sings of his accident, and even though he’s got a crooked face, and is missing one of his top canines, I love him all the more. His tragic experience hasn’t stopped him from being my baby and best friend. We call him Booboo because he’s a bit accident prone.
-Emily C.
-Emily C.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Sarge, a Story of Love and Survival
A bit about me and my dog: My dog is Sarge. Sarge is our rescue dog. He came into our lives 5 years ago at the age of 15. Sarge is now 20 years old. He was from a major puppy mill, blind, toothless, frail, atrophied legs, heart condition... poor ol' guy had it all. But, we took him in on Valentines day. What We Did On Valentines day, 5 years ago, we took in Sarge. At 15, and from a puppy mill, he had many medical hurdles. Toothless, blind, frail, heart issues, unable to be mobile in a stable way, we could not walk away. My husband and I had to rescue this dog so that when it was his time to leave the Earth, he knew that humans could be trusted. It took almost 3 years for him to fully trust us. He is much more frail now, but still has fight left in himself. He wants to live, and fights all of the uphill battles to stay with us. How We Did It: We have been able to help Sarge by EXCELLENT medical care given by Maple Hills Vet Hospital in Allentown, PA. www.maplehillsvet.com With the expert help of Dr. Abbey Banzhof and her father, Dr. Ken Banzhof, and 2 Vet nurses... Hillary and Bethany, they have given endless hours in ICU, working endlessly to save him, love him, help him, which has allowed us more time to spend with this wonderful pug. We have moved this year to Houston... the excellent care has continued with the devoted, loving help of Dr. Jeff Chalkley of Westbury Animal Hospital. www.westburyvets.com. Without the state of the art hospital and round the clock ICU, Sarge would not be able to overcome his downturns that happen from time to time. Medical care is needed for Pets as well as mankind. Lessons Learned: I have learned that the senior dogs often teach us many lessons about ourselves. They teach us that pets as well as people are often misused, abused, and toss by the wayside when no longer needed. The lesson, mankind can be trusted! There are many members of the human race that are kind, loving, and care about the well being of all living things on the Earth. There are those that never give up, but continue to fight the battle with those in need. We have learned that we each have the capacity within ourselves if we just look. Reaching out to this little pug has brought many levels of enrichment & perseverance.
-Faith M.
Houston, TX
-Faith M.
Houston, TX
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
The Complete Dog Potty Training in 7 Day Guide - A proven product!
Having problems with that puppy, or even older dog. This is a great product you should try. It REALLY WORKS! my dogs are older, but a couple of my friends tried it and got a great response. Their dogs (puppies) no longer wet in the house. It will work for you too!
Tim
Follow Link: http://bit.ly/fgACHi
Tim
Follow Link: http://bit.ly/fgACHi
My Dog Midgee
My name is Michael M., and I watch your show every time it come on, I adopted a puppy off the streets.she was six months old and she was running the streets with some kids and they where not giving her any water or food this was in June and it was very hot. My Mother asked her if she was looking for a home and she came running over to her and started to give her love, then she Came over to me and did the same, Her Name is Midgee and she is a Black Lab/ Terrier Mix, She was sick and now she in good health, She comes in the at night with us and in the morning she wants to go outside, She knows about the leash when she goes out she wants it on now. I Love Her very Much and My mom Loves her too. She now is 11 months old, Loves to play Ball,Tug-of-War, and also love to play with the water hose, We was not looking for a dog yet but when she came to us for help what could I do but take her in and take care of her. I am sending you a picture of her if you want to show it on the T.V. show goe ahead. I have two groups about her on Yahoo.
-Michale M.
Sacramento, CA
-Michale M.
Sacramento, CA
Monday, March 28, 2011
Easy Build Dog House Plans
Wouldn't your dog want a house of his or her own, if they have to live outside. These dog house plans are great, built a few myself. The instructions are easy to follow even if your not good with building things like me. I recomend this product to everyone. Get your plans "NOW" Tim
http://bit.ly/h1BGF4
http://bit.ly/h1BGF4
Build A Cat Tree (Plans)
Lets build that cat tree, besides your kitty needs something to do. Building a cat tree can bring many hours of entertainment for you and your cat.http://bit.ly/gXWo5Y
Helping Dolphins
I am a new member of Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network. I have been an animal rescue/rehab/rehome volunteer for over 20 years. When I first started volunteering for TMMSN, I was helping to observe Harley, the only spinner dolphin in captivity. I have since transferred to Noah, a rescued rough-toothed dolphin. The most moving experience for me, was when I was in the tank 2 hours. Noah was extremely ill, and the volunteers took turns in the tank providing occasional support when it seemed Noah might be struggling. There were several times when he would flounder and I would have to help lift him to the surface to breathe. His strong desire to live and his willingness to accept help tore at my heart. Seeing him now, still sick, but full of hope, makes it all worthwhile. He plays, interacts, and continues to get better. He even eats on his own! Our only fear is regression. Hopefully, one day soon, he will get a clean bill of health and be returned to the sea, to live out his new lease on life.
-Wendy A.
-Wendy A.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
“Discover How To End Cat Behavior Problems Fast”
Do you have a cat that is:
■Ignoring the litter box and instead peeing and pooping on the floor, your bed, your bathtub, or anywhere else they shouldn’t be
■Biting you, your children or your guests unexpectedly
■Scratching your couch, bed, and other furniture?
■Digging in houseplants
■Fighting with other cats in your household
■Keeping you awake at night
■Just plain misbehaving?
The Reasons Why Cats Misbehave
(and why most cat training advice doesn’t work)
In order to effectively train your cat, you must understand the way cats think –
and what drives their actions.
Cats and dogs do not think alike, and trying to use the same training methods on a cat that you would use on a dog will only backfire and cause more behavior problems.
Cats have completely different instincts and react differently to situations than dogs do. Yelling or physically punishing a cat will only make them fear you, rather than solve behavior problems.
However, there is one learning method cats, dogs, and even people do have in
common – and that is classical conditioning. In other words, they learn to associate certain behaviors with certain outcomes.
Cats learn that certain activies result in positive rewards, so they continue to do them over and over again. Other actions cause negative outcomes, so they avoid them.
So, what is the difference between this and simply punishing your cat? Won’t yelling at your cat when they do something wrong make them associate the behavior with a negative outcome?
Not necessarily.
It might, but wouldn’t it better if your cat associated their bad behavior with the negative consequence, rather than associating the negative consequence with you?
In other words, wouldn’t you rather they learn that scratching the couch causes an unpleasant consequence, instead of them fearing you and only scratching the couch when you are not around?
This is one of the most important things for you to understand when it comes to teaching your cat to do what you want – and for stopping unwanted behaviors.
There are many ways to train your cat and end bad cat behavior without ever having to touch them.
Introducing my eBook “Cat Behavior Secrets Revealed”
Whether your cat is acting out because of stress, a medical condition, or simply doesn’t know what you expect…the result is enough to drive you up the wall. But now you can finally end this frustrating behavior.
Just Mouse over Title, it it the link. ACT NOW!
■Ignoring the litter box and instead peeing and pooping on the floor, your bed, your bathtub, or anywhere else they shouldn’t be
■Biting you, your children or your guests unexpectedly
■Scratching your couch, bed, and other furniture?
■Digging in houseplants
■Fighting with other cats in your household
■Keeping you awake at night
■Just plain misbehaving?
The Reasons Why Cats Misbehave
(and why most cat training advice doesn’t work)
In order to effectively train your cat, you must understand the way cats think –
and what drives their actions.
Cats and dogs do not think alike, and trying to use the same training methods on a cat that you would use on a dog will only backfire and cause more behavior problems.
Cats have completely different instincts and react differently to situations than dogs do. Yelling or physically punishing a cat will only make them fear you, rather than solve behavior problems.
However, there is one learning method cats, dogs, and even people do have in
common – and that is classical conditioning. In other words, they learn to associate certain behaviors with certain outcomes.
Cats learn that certain activies result in positive rewards, so they continue to do them over and over again. Other actions cause negative outcomes, so they avoid them.
So, what is the difference between this and simply punishing your cat? Won’t yelling at your cat when they do something wrong make them associate the behavior with a negative outcome?
Not necessarily.
It might, but wouldn’t it better if your cat associated their bad behavior with the negative consequence, rather than associating the negative consequence with you?
In other words, wouldn’t you rather they learn that scratching the couch causes an unpleasant consequence, instead of them fearing you and only scratching the couch when you are not around?
This is one of the most important things for you to understand when it comes to teaching your cat to do what you want – and for stopping unwanted behaviors.
There are many ways to train your cat and end bad cat behavior without ever having to touch them.
Introducing my eBook “Cat Behavior Secrets Revealed”
Whether your cat is acting out because of stress, a medical condition, or simply doesn’t know what you expect…the result is enough to drive you up the wall. But now you can finally end this frustrating behavior.
Just Mouse over Title, it it the link. ACT NOW!
Why 87% of Dogs Die To Early (Free Shocking Report
In this shocking FREE report I tell you:
If You Own a Dog Then This Message is to You
“In This Shocking FREE Video Report You Discover Why 87% of Dogs Die Too Early & 3 Easy Things You Can Do Today To Stop It Happening to Your Dog”
JUST ADDED:
■controversial new FREE video already viewed by 102,546 shocked & amazed owners – These 8 minutes could save your dog’s life!
■The ‘Secret’ reason every dog, including yours, is now at risk of an early death!
■The greedy billion-dollar companies spending millions to keep the truth hidden from you!
■Why continuing with your current system of care will cut your dog’s life short by up to 8.3years .
■The 3 quick & easy steps you MUST take today to prevent your dog’s early, painful death.
http://2a26fjk8wxj18s84t8v1sbqr62.hop.clickbank.net/
If You Own a Dog Then This Message is to You
“In This Shocking FREE Video Report You Discover Why 87% of Dogs Die Too Early & 3 Easy Things You Can Do Today To Stop It Happening to Your Dog”
JUST ADDED:
■controversial new FREE video already viewed by 102,546 shocked & amazed owners – These 8 minutes could save your dog’s life!
■The ‘Secret’ reason every dog, including yours, is now at risk of an early death!
■The greedy billion-dollar companies spending millions to keep the truth hidden from you!
■Why continuing with your current system of care will cut your dog’s life short by up to 8.3years .
■The 3 quick & easy steps you MUST take today to prevent your dog’s early, painful death.
http://2a26fjk8wxj18s84t8v1sbqr62.hop.clickbank.net/
Saving Swiffer
Poor Swiffer has had such a hard life. We rescued her from a dog pound in February of 2010. We think she is about 12 years old, but nobody knows for sure. I came upon Swiffer on Petfinder.com. She was skin and bones. Swiffer was a "lost dog" who was found on the side of the road. She was starving to death and blind. Her adoption page literally said "please don't let her die here in the pound". My heart was breaking for her, so we decided to adopt her right away. When we got to the pound we noticed that her eyes had a thick yellow film over them and no one had bothered to even wipe them for her. She smelled of smoke and had a terrible cough, and was unable to control her bladder. She had about 4 "accidents" before we even got her out the front door of the pound. The adoption fee is normally $100 or so, but they only charged me the $16 is cost to buy the dog license because they just assumed she wouldn't last long. She had obviously not been seen by a vet in quite some time. We took her immediately to our vet where we were told that she had an eye infection (yellow scum in her eyes), a respiratory infection, she is diabetic (which was untreated for a long time and caused her to go blind), and the lumps on her belly are most likely breast cancer (probably a result of her not being spayed). We got her antibiotics and insulin and began treatment immediately. She was so weak that she couldn't even chew dry dog food, so we bought her a bunch of "Grammy's Pot Pie" canned dog food and she was in hog heaven! Swiffer weighed 9 pounds when we rescued her and today she weighs a healthy 17 pounds!! We make sure she eats at least twice a day and give her insulin shots every 12 hours. The vet is amazed with her progress. Despite being blind, Swiffer is able to navigate her way around our house with very little problem. She is truly an amazing and wonderful dog! We love her so much!!! **An interesting tidbit about Swiffer--she has "false pregnancies" which is also a result of her not being spayed. She has "adopted" a yellow squeaky latex lion toy as her "baby" and carries it everywhere she goes. She even kept it in her mouth at the vet while she got an x-ray and ultrasound. It is absolutely adorable! We named her "Swiffer" because she gets into every corner of every room and "swiffs away" the dust bunnies...just like the Swiffer brand sweeper!!
-Megan R.
Canal Winchester, OH
return to story index
-Megan R.
Canal Winchester, OH
return to story index
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Lucy's Dod House
Lucy's Dog House
Lucy's Dog House is for the dog owner that wants high quality products for their dogs at reasonable prices. We carry a wide variey of dog beds, dog collars, dog toys and much more to enrich your dog's life. With a great selection of dog collars of all types, leather dog collars, nylon dog collars, cloth dog collars and scrunchy dog collars you are sure to find something you like
Lucy's Dog House is for the dog owner that wants high quality products for their dogs at reasonable prices. We carry a wide variey of dog beds, dog collars, dog toys and much more to enrich your dog's life. With a great selection of dog collars of all types, leather dog collars, nylon dog collars, cloth dog collars and scrunchy dog collars you are sure to find something you like
Lucys Dog House
Lucy's Dog House
Lucy's Dog House is for the dog owner that wants high quality products for their dogs at reasonable prices. We carry a wide variey of dog beds, dog collars, dog toys and much more to enrich your dog's life. With a great selection of dog collars of all types, leather dog collars, nylon dog collars, cloth dog collars and scrunchy dog collars you are sure to find something you like.http://TimmyGD.getadeal.us/aff_c?aff_id=122436&offer_id=62880
Lucy's Dog House is for the dog owner that wants high quality products for their dogs at reasonable prices. We carry a wide variey of dog beds, dog collars, dog toys and much more to enrich your dog's life. With a great selection of dog collars of all types, leather dog collars, nylon dog collars, cloth dog collars and scrunchy dog collars you are sure to find something you like.http://TimmyGD.getadeal.us/aff_c?aff_id=122436&offer_id=62880
More On Canadian Geese
More On Canadian Geese
March 26, 2011 By tdtimsan Leave a Comment (Edit)
The ubiquitous Canada goose is one of the best known birds in North America. It is found in every contiguous U.S. state and Canadian province at one time of the year or another.
Canada geese are adaptable to many habitats and may thrive wherever grasses, grains, or berries are available. Because of changing weather, settlement, and farming patterns, many Canada (not “Canadian”) geese have begun to alter their migrations. Typically, the birds summered in northern North America and flew south when cold weather arrived. This cycle endures, but some northern populations have shortened their flight to traditional wintering grounds in the southern U.S. and Mexico. Other Canada geese have become permanent residents of parks, golf courses, suburban subdevelopments, and other human habitats across much of North America. In some areas, such as airports, they are so numerous that they are considered a nuisance. Just 50 geese can produce two and a half tons of excrement in a year.
When the birds do migrate, they form impressive and aerodynamic “V-formations.” They can cover 1,500 miles (2,400 kilometers) in just 24 hours with a favorable wind, but typically travel at a much more leisurely rate. These noisy groups honk their way along established paths that include designated “rest stops.” These social birds remain in flocks year-round, except while nesting.
Canada goose populations represent a successful wildlife protection program that revived dwindling numbers in the beginning of the 20th century. The birds were guarded by law and even reintroduced in some areas where their numbers had become low. Today the geese are a popular game bird, and some management concerns center on keeping populations in check because of their detrimental effect on crops.
Type:
Bird
Diet:
Herbivore
Average life span in the wild:
24 years
Size:
Body, 30 to 43 in (76 to 110 cm); Wingspan, 4.2 to 5.6 ft (1.3 to 1.7 m)
Weight:
6.6 to 19.8 lbs (3 to 9 kg)
Group name:
Flock
Size relative to a 6-ft (2-m) man:
March 26, 2011 By tdtimsan Leave a Comment (Edit)
The ubiquitous Canada goose is one of the best known birds in North America. It is found in every contiguous U.S. state and Canadian province at one time of the year or another.
Canada geese are adaptable to many habitats and may thrive wherever grasses, grains, or berries are available. Because of changing weather, settlement, and farming patterns, many Canada (not “Canadian”) geese have begun to alter their migrations. Typically, the birds summered in northern North America and flew south when cold weather arrived. This cycle endures, but some northern populations have shortened their flight to traditional wintering grounds in the southern U.S. and Mexico. Other Canada geese have become permanent residents of parks, golf courses, suburban subdevelopments, and other human habitats across much of North America. In some areas, such as airports, they are so numerous that they are considered a nuisance. Just 50 geese can produce two and a half tons of excrement in a year.
When the birds do migrate, they form impressive and aerodynamic “V-formations.” They can cover 1,500 miles (2,400 kilometers) in just 24 hours with a favorable wind, but typically travel at a much more leisurely rate. These noisy groups honk their way along established paths that include designated “rest stops.” These social birds remain in flocks year-round, except while nesting.
Canada goose populations represent a successful wildlife protection program that revived dwindling numbers in the beginning of the 20th century. The birds were guarded by law and even reintroduced in some areas where their numbers had become low. Today the geese are a popular game bird, and some management concerns center on keeping populations in check because of their detrimental effect on crops.
Type:
Bird
Diet:
Herbivore
Average life span in the wild:
24 years
Size:
Body, 30 to 43 in (76 to 110 cm); Wingspan, 4.2 to 5.6 ft (1.3 to 1.7 m)
Weight:
6.6 to 19.8 lbs (3 to 9 kg)
Group name:
Flock
Size relative to a 6-ft (2-m) man:
Friday, March 25, 2011
The Best Step By Step Program
Out of all the make money product out there, this one has to be one of the best. Justin explains everything in detail of how to get an online business up and running. The best part is ...For $7 dollars it give more information than those that are out there for hundreds of dollars. Just watch the video and give me some feed back on this blog. To all your money making sucess.
Tim
Wow! Free video shows how to set up a $200/day online business in
record time: (http://bit.ly/g6iJnz)
Tim
Wow! Free video shows how to set up a $200/day online business in
record time: (http://bit.ly/g6iJnz)
Animal Rescue League
Today I am featuring The Animal Rescue League for all their fine work. Below is some of their educational programs and all the info. Remember THE ANIMALS COME FIRST!
While the primary mission of the ARL Wildlife Center is the rehabilitation of Pennsylvania's indigenous wildlife, we also spend a tremendous amount of time educating the public on the interesting and often unknown behaviors of wildlife, and on how humans and wildlife can better coexist.
Led by Education Director Tammy Frech, a coterie of volunteers has assembled a vast array of wildlife related programs suitable for a broad range of interested audiences.
Listed below is our current 2010 Fall/Winter educational schedule. In addition to our scheduled classes and events, our wildlife programs can come to you. Each presentation is approximately an hour long and includes a visit with a live animal. Topics include (but are not limited to):
Animals of the Night
Awesome Owls
Catching a Wild Bug
Live Animal Art
Nuisance or Not
Once Upon an Egg
Our Cold-Blooded Neighbors
Regal Raptors
Spring Time is Baby Time
Tucked in for the Winter
Who Eats Bugs
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Girl Scout Wildlife Badge
Brownie Watching Wildlife Badge
If you'd like to schedule a presentation, please contact Education Director Tammy Frech at (412) 793-6900.
Education Program FeesEffective May 1, 2011
Off-Site Programs Miles from Center Price
0-10 $135
11-20 $150
21-30 $175
31-40 $200
41-50 $225
On-Site Programs: $135 includes Program and 20 minute facility tour
Wildlife Education ProgramsClick here for Home School Registration
Wildlife River Camp & Learn to RowFor more information and to register, please download the brochure now.
Download the Brochure
Scout Badge ProgramThis wildlife workshop with a guided educational tour of the Wildlife Center education animals is $12 per scout. Adults may join the tour for only $5.00 per person. Group size limited to 25 people. Discount available for groups of 15-25 scouts. Badge not included. Call to schedule your troop.
Wildlife Badge: Junior scouts can earn their Wildlife Badge. The following sections from the badge book are covered: It’s all in the details, Touch me Not, Creature Feature, Staying Alive, We are Family, Animal Watcher.
Watching Wildlife Badge: Brownies, earn the Watching Wildlife Badge designed just for you. These sections from the badge book are covered: Animal Architects, Earthworm Observations, Animal Talk, Outdoor Shopping, Bird Song.
Home School ClassesFor elementary and middle school aged children. The one hour class runs from 1:00 – 2:00 PM and includes an up-close encounter with at least one of our education animals. Class fee is $8.00 per student. One parent may attend at no cost. Following the class, is an optional, guided educational tour of the Wildlife Center Menagerie animals. The cost of the tour is $5.00 per person. Preregistration is required.
Awesome Owls: As raptors, owls have some unique characteristics. Learn all about Pennsylvania's native owl species and meet our resident owls up close and personal. Includes an owl pellet dissection activity. (October 18th)
Tucked in for Winter: When Jack Frost arrives, do you ever wonder how the animals survive. This query and more are answered in this wintry program. (November 15th)
Animals of the Night: While you’re fast asleep, nocturnal animals are on the prowl. Explore the dark world in this fascinating program about opossums, skunks & bats. (January 10th)
Live Animal Art: Students are first introduced to one of our education animals, learning about its unique characteristics, behaviors and how it came to live at the Wildlife Center. Then the class will do an art project based on that animal. This class is two hours and does not include a tour. (February 15th)
Our Cold Blooded Neighbors: Pennsylvania is home to many reptiles and amphibians, though we rarely see them. Find out why, and what makes them so special while visiting with our resident reptiles. (March 14th)
Spring Time is Baby Time: Learn why most animals born in the spring and how their parents care for them. As the Wildlife Center’s busiest season, see how we raise baby bunnies, birds and squirrels. (April 11th)
Critter CampsOur one day camps (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM) are for children ages 6-12. Each camp covers information pertinent to the season as well as hiking, crafts, games and a tour of the Wildlife Center Animal Menagerie. Children are asked to bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and snacks are provided. Cost: $60. Preregistration is required.
For the ScoutsAttention scout leaders! Struggling for things to do with your troop or den during this wintery season? Schedule a guided educational tour in the Wildlife Center’s Menagerie of education animals. More than 20 native and domestic animals live at the Wildlife Center. Learn about the natural history of owls, hawks, turtles, opossums, skunks and more! Hear the stories of how these creatures came to live at the Wildlife Center. Tours during this season are only $5.00 per person and can be scheduled on the weekend, after school, early evening or even during a day the children are off from school.
Contact: Tammy Frech, Education Director
Direct line: 412-352-3600
Email: tfrech@animalrescue.org
Make a Difference Now
Upcoming Event View More Events >>>
I Want to AdoptSearch for your new best friend
About the Adoptions Process
Adoption Success Stories
Visit our Pets in Person
I Have an AnimalBehavior Training
Grooming and Pet Boutique
Veterinary Clinic
Animal Care Resources
Shelter FAQ
Wildlife Center FAQ
Education Programs
I Want to HelpWhy Donate to Us
Membership
Memorials & Honors
Donate to the Wildlife Center
Wish List
Volunteer at the Shelter
Volunteer at the Wildlife Center
Foster a Shelter Pet
Connect with ARLARL:Wildlife Center:
The Animal Rescue League of Western PA Mission:
To provide temporary shelter, food, medical attention, and comfort to all abandoned, neglected and injured animals brought to us by the community; to restore lost animals to their owners or seek new homes for them, and educate the public about humane care of animlas with a goal of reducing overpopulation.
©2011 www
While the primary mission of the ARL Wildlife Center is the rehabilitation of Pennsylvania's indigenous wildlife, we also spend a tremendous amount of time educating the public on the interesting and often unknown behaviors of wildlife, and on how humans and wildlife can better coexist.
Led by Education Director Tammy Frech, a coterie of volunteers has assembled a vast array of wildlife related programs suitable for a broad range of interested audiences.
Listed below is our current 2010 Fall/Winter educational schedule. In addition to our scheduled classes and events, our wildlife programs can come to you. Each presentation is approximately an hour long and includes a visit with a live animal. Topics include (but are not limited to):
Animals of the Night
Awesome Owls
Catching a Wild Bug
Live Animal Art
Nuisance or Not
Once Upon an Egg
Our Cold-Blooded Neighbors
Regal Raptors
Spring Time is Baby Time
Tucked in for the Winter
Who Eats Bugs
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Girl Scout Wildlife Badge
Brownie Watching Wildlife Badge
If you'd like to schedule a presentation, please contact Education Director Tammy Frech at (412) 793-6900.
Education Program FeesEffective May 1, 2011
Off-Site Programs Miles from Center Price
0-10 $135
11-20 $150
21-30 $175
31-40 $200
41-50 $225
On-Site Programs: $135 includes Program and 20 minute facility tour
Wildlife Education ProgramsClick here for Home School Registration
Wildlife River Camp & Learn to RowFor more information and to register, please download the brochure now.
Download the Brochure
Scout Badge ProgramThis wildlife workshop with a guided educational tour of the Wildlife Center education animals is $12 per scout. Adults may join the tour for only $5.00 per person. Group size limited to 25 people. Discount available for groups of 15-25 scouts. Badge not included. Call to schedule your troop.
Wildlife Badge: Junior scouts can earn their Wildlife Badge. The following sections from the badge book are covered: It’s all in the details, Touch me Not, Creature Feature, Staying Alive, We are Family, Animal Watcher.
Watching Wildlife Badge: Brownies, earn the Watching Wildlife Badge designed just for you. These sections from the badge book are covered: Animal Architects, Earthworm Observations, Animal Talk, Outdoor Shopping, Bird Song.
Home School ClassesFor elementary and middle school aged children. The one hour class runs from 1:00 – 2:00 PM and includes an up-close encounter with at least one of our education animals. Class fee is $8.00 per student. One parent may attend at no cost. Following the class, is an optional, guided educational tour of the Wildlife Center Menagerie animals. The cost of the tour is $5.00 per person. Preregistration is required.
Awesome Owls: As raptors, owls have some unique characteristics. Learn all about Pennsylvania's native owl species and meet our resident owls up close and personal. Includes an owl pellet dissection activity. (October 18th)
Tucked in for Winter: When Jack Frost arrives, do you ever wonder how the animals survive. This query and more are answered in this wintry program. (November 15th)
Animals of the Night: While you’re fast asleep, nocturnal animals are on the prowl. Explore the dark world in this fascinating program about opossums, skunks & bats. (January 10th)
Live Animal Art: Students are first introduced to one of our education animals, learning about its unique characteristics, behaviors and how it came to live at the Wildlife Center. Then the class will do an art project based on that animal. This class is two hours and does not include a tour. (February 15th)
Our Cold Blooded Neighbors: Pennsylvania is home to many reptiles and amphibians, though we rarely see them. Find out why, and what makes them so special while visiting with our resident reptiles. (March 14th)
Spring Time is Baby Time: Learn why most animals born in the spring and how their parents care for them. As the Wildlife Center’s busiest season, see how we raise baby bunnies, birds and squirrels. (April 11th)
Critter CampsOur one day camps (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM) are for children ages 6-12. Each camp covers information pertinent to the season as well as hiking, crafts, games and a tour of the Wildlife Center Animal Menagerie. Children are asked to bring a bagged lunch. Drinks and snacks are provided. Cost: $60. Preregistration is required.
For the ScoutsAttention scout leaders! Struggling for things to do with your troop or den during this wintery season? Schedule a guided educational tour in the Wildlife Center’s Menagerie of education animals. More than 20 native and domestic animals live at the Wildlife Center. Learn about the natural history of owls, hawks, turtles, opossums, skunks and more! Hear the stories of how these creatures came to live at the Wildlife Center. Tours during this season are only $5.00 per person and can be scheduled on the weekend, after school, early evening or even during a day the children are off from school.
Contact: Tammy Frech, Education Director
Direct line: 412-352-3600
Email: tfrech@animalrescue.org
Make a Difference Now
Upcoming Event View More Events >>>
I Want to AdoptSearch for your new best friend
About the Adoptions Process
Adoption Success Stories
Visit our Pets in Person
I Have an AnimalBehavior Training
Grooming and Pet Boutique
Veterinary Clinic
Animal Care Resources
Shelter FAQ
Wildlife Center FAQ
Education Programs
I Want to HelpWhy Donate to Us
Membership
Memorials & Honors
Donate to the Wildlife Center
Wish List
Volunteer at the Shelter
Volunteer at the Wildlife Center
Foster a Shelter Pet
Connect with ARLARL:Wildlife Center:
The Animal Rescue League of Western PA Mission:
To provide temporary shelter, food, medical attention, and comfort to all abandoned, neglected and injured animals brought to us by the community; to restore lost animals to their owners or seek new homes for them, and educate the public about humane care of animlas with a goal of reducing overpopulation.
©2011 www
Canadian Geese ( Going Home )
Hi everyone, it’s almost time for the Canadian geese to head home to the North. I remember when they got here I could see hundreds flying by. As they head home there seems to be less going back than the number that came down. That’s sad as you know the numbers are decreasing year by year. Well I hope the people that had goose for Christmas dinner are happy that they are helpping them to exstinction. More power to you guys I guess.
Tim
Tim
Where Have All The Hummingbirds Gone !
Hummingbirds are a migratory bird leaving in fall for parts of Central America, and South America. There was an old wives tale that said that hummingbirds rode on the backs of other birds to migrate (not true). Well they are on there way back, and have been spotted in Texas. The males are usually the first to arrive, followed by the females weeks later. So break out those feeders, as they will need all the energy they can get because of the long flight. The males come up first and establish their teritories and to get ready for the arrival of the females. A hummingbird flap their wings about 10-15 times per second, that’s alot of beats to get here from Central America. Let’s give the little fellas a big welcome.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Cottage Animal Rescue
On this blog I will be talking about animal recue, animal sanctuaries, dog training books, animals, save the animals and anything to do with pets. you can also go to my website for lots of information http://timsanimalrescue.com where you can also sign up for a bi-weekly newsletter. Come back often to see my latest post about animals both domestic and wild.
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)
