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Fundraising Walk to Promote Exotic Bird Adoption and Education

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Published: Sunday, 30 August 2015 12:26
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The Refuge for Saving the Wildlife, Inc., a nonprofit rescue and adoption shelter for exotic birds dedicated to educating the public on avian issues, is hosting its annual five-mile fund-raising walk through Glencoe and Winnetka at 9 a.m., September 19.

The event honors Sigh, a Moluccan cockatoo and the embodiment of the rescue’s ideals. He arrived at the refuge shortly after its incorporation, at the age of 25, and recently crossed over the rainbow bridge.

The purpose of the walk is to celebrate Sigh’s life, help build public awareness about rescued birds and raise much-needed funds to help Sigh’s feathered brothers and sisters.

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Join Us For Our Garage Sale

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Published: Saturday, 22 August 2015 06:00

Come out and support us tomorrow at the Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center for our long awaited yard sale. The yard sale at Niles Animal Hospital will be in the parking lot on Sunday, August 23rd from 9am to 3pm. All proceeds will benefit A Refuge for Saving the Wildlife. Stop on by to find some treasures and also support a great cause!

Congratulations to Diamond!

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Published: Saturday, 08 August 2015 11:18
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Congratulations to Diamond who has been adopted! This little sweetie has gone to her forever home.

Saying Goodbye to Sigh

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Published: Friday, 17 July 2015 04:54

This is beyond the hardest day we have ever had at the rescue. Today, Rich and I had to say goodbye to Sigh. All the volunteers had just left and José saw that Sigh was laying on the bottom of his cage. He had just eaten a walnut, which we all know how much he loved, but was motionless at the bottom. I am forever grateful that his dad (Rich) was home and not working. We both were able to say our goodbyes, how much he was loved and tell him how much he will be greatly missed by everyone. He was The Rescue!!

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Meet Simon

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Published: Sunday, 12 July 2015 22:16
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Meet Simon - new to the Refuge. We are still learning about this Congo African Grey, so it will be awhile before he (we presume - might be a she) is available for adoption. But so far, Simon is adjusting well to his new environment.

Article About PBFD

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Published: Tuesday, 19 May 2015 07:01
A good article on PBFD. Please read and keep this in mind. This is one of the reasons that Rich & Karen are so strict on making sure all boarders and turned-in parrots are current on disease testing.

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  1. Welcoming New & Old Friends
  2. May/June Poopscoop
  3. The Fundraiser Walk on 5/30/2011 was awesome!
  4. ADOPT-A-PET: WGN NEWS Chicago

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Pet Resources

Check out Tails Pet Magazine for resources
about pet ownership.

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Shared Moments

  • Rocky n' ROLL'n
  • Mickey: Dancing for love?
  • The 10 Commandments From a Pet's Point of View
  • Romeo Update
  • Parrot Education!
  • So ... Rocky does fly!! ... Very well for that matter!
  • Your Bird is Smarter Than You Think
  • Birdy Corn Muffins
  • Recognize the signs of bird illness and when to see a vet
  • Easy, Fun Bird Toys that You Can Make at Home!
  • Easy Homemade Bird Cage Cleaner
  • Parrots are Unpredictable
  • Parrots bite!
  • Beak and Feather Video
  • WOW. That Bird Sure Can Scream!
  • Babe - Update for Profile
  • "Lend Me A Bird" Poem
  • Letter to Rich - from volunteer

Events

  • Arlington Park Pet Expo - 2013
  • Arlington Park Pet Show - 2008
  • Glencoe Art Fair - 2008
  • Rosemont Show - 2008

Our Mission is Simple

To work in joint cooperation with all avian rescue groups to try and eliminate the need for rescue groups by educating the public about aviculture issues.  Until that is accomplished, we will provide a sanctuary for those unfortunate parrots that are in need of a home.

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