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Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 1:42 PM
The 2011-2012 ultra-light led migration of whooping cranes in the eastern population is currently on hold in Alabama.
The
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s partner managing this portion of the
effort, Operation Migration, is cooperating with the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) to resolve regulatory issues about the flight. The
group has applied for a waiver to exempt them from the FAA regulation
that prohibits compensating pilots of this category of aircraft. This
waiver, if approved, would allow the flight to continue. |
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Posted on Friday, January 06, 2012 9:33 PM
 Bill Lowe Gallery and Atlanta Humane Society presents Celebrations of Dogs, a preview of Bonhams upcoming auction. Tickets start at $100. Proceeds benefit the Atlanta Humane Society. |
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Posted on Thursday, January 05, 2012 4:07 PM
REGULAR ACTIVITIES
Zoo Atlanta is REAL LIVE FUN. Don’t just see the Zoo; do the
Zoo! By all means, enjoy over 1,000 of the world’s most amazing
animals, but make sure to take full advantage of exciting daily
activities like keeper talks, training demonstrations, wildlife shows,
and up-close-and-personal animal encounters. Gorilla and orangutan
feedings run at 2 p.m. and 2:45 daily; check your Zoo map for a listing
of other animal feedings and opportunities available every day. |
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Posted on Friday, December 02, 2011 9:29 PM
Veterinarian Reveals
Hidden Dangers to Avoid to Prevent Potentially Disastrous Pet
ProblemsAs the pages of the calendar flip and we move closer to the
holiday season, pet owners should be aware of common – but hidden – dangers to
their pets as we transform our homes for the celebrations to
come.
“The holidays are supposed to be a time of
joy for our families, but in preparing for the season, many pet owners run the
risk of exposing their pets to household dangers that could present potential
life-threatening hazards to their pets,” said veterinarian Lori Pasternak, of
Helping Hands Affordable Veterinary Surgery and Dental Care ( |
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Posted on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 11:35 AM
High Fashion Runway Show to benefit FurKids and Shelter Angels Pitbull Rescue
Crave Star Productions LLS Inc., Atlanta’s premiere “fashion-for-a-cause” company, is hostingFashionograpy Vol. II, a high fashion runway show featuring emerging designers, Atlanta’s top runway models and special furry pets. On Saturday, October 29, 2011atArt Space International (1192 Huff Road, NW, Atlanta, GA),
fashion and charity will meet in one place to not only highlight the
best of Atlanta fashion, but also to heighten community awareness of
homeless pets; aiming to increase adoption rates of homeless cats and
dogs. |
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Posted on Sunday, October 16, 2011 8:42 PM
Veterinarian Association Presents Fun-Run to benefit Canine Assistants
Georgia Veterinary Medical Association(GVMA) is pleased to announce that esteemed trainerVictoria Stilwellof Animal Planet’sIt’s Me or the Dogfame will emcee the 24 annualAtlanta Dog Jogto benefitCanine Assistants.
The highly anticipated 1 and 2 mile run/walk event for dogs and their owners welcomes all athletic levels, from competitive runners to casual walkers, and strollers and wagons are permitted. Falling on the
eve of Halloween, this year’s event boasts a costume contest for dogs
and their humans, in addition to prizes traditionally awarded to race
participants. |
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Posted on Thursday, October 06, 2011 11:13 AM
McClellan, Now Healthy and Headed Out to Sea  Losing a front flipper and a portion of her
shell isn't keeping one hearty sea turtle out of the ocean. McClellan, a
230-pound adult female loggerhead has fully recovered from traumatic
injures at the South Carolina Aquarium's Sea Turtle Hospital after
spending four months in recovery. She will be released back into the
Atlantic this Friday, October 7, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the Isle of Palms
County Park on the Isle of Palms. The release is being held in
partnership with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
(SCDNR) and the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission
(CCPRC). |
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