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The Field Spaniel
The Field Spaniel - A Gentle, Friendly, Sensitive and Affectionate Show and Working Dog
The Field Spaniel is a medium-sized breed originating in England, where it was developed in the late 19th century in an attempt to create an all-black, Spaniel-type show dog
The Estonian Hound
The Estonian Hound – An Agile and Affectionate Furry Friend Suitable for All Families
The Estonian Hound is a scent hound dog breed originating from Estonia, and, although it was meant to be a working breed, its popularity as a companionship dog continues to increase. Its medium size makes it very suitable to be kept indoors, for instance in apartments
The Clumber Spaniel
The Clumber Spaniel - The Perfect Mix Between Cuteness and Intelligence
Cute, fluffy, funny, gentle, the Clumber Spaniel is the favorite pet of many, and for good reasons. It is sweet, docile and pleasant. Even if one would think so due to its sweet nature, this breed the does not lack intelligence. Plus these are affectionate and well-behaved dogs.
The Cirneco Dell Etna
Why Is the Cirneco Dell 'Etna a Special Choice for a Special Owner?
This elegant and robust breed is special in aspect and in its behavior; the Cirneco Dell 'Etna is a medium sized dog whose skills focus around hunting, scenting and exploring. Also, its sight and hearing are very sharp.
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Animal Shelter details for Gabriel Foundation Please visit Gabriel Foundation and adopt a homeless pet
You have reached the shelter page for Gabriel Foundation. Gabriel Foundation is located in denver, Colorado. If you have information to add or update for Gabriel Foundation, please click here and let us know.
With the proliferation of psittacine birds into the pet marketplace, the issue of unwanted birds is rapidly growing. This is no longer one person’s problem or even one industry’s problem. It speaks to the entire issue of being responsible for anyone and anything in your life for which you have chosen stewardship. All living creatures deserve respect and kindness. Societies value birds for economic, cultural, ethical and spiritual reasons. The avicultural and pet industries must heighten public consciousness that animals are not creatures put on this earth for man to dominate, or “own,” but rather they are “other nations” with which to co-exist. The disposable mentality or throwaway cultural attitude prevalent in our society does not speak well for the lives of animals often viewed as commodities that are greatly affected by this trend. They cannot fend for themselves when we do not. The Foundation receives dozens of inquiries daily from around the country because people must "get rid of their birds". The hundreds of inquiries received monthly regarding our programs demonstrate that there is an overwhelming need to provide continuing education and information to the public, the veterinary community and the avicultural industry about the physical, psychological, social, environmental, medical and nutritional needs necessary to provide for the total well being of these highly intelligent, long-lived creatures.
The challenge for veterinarians, breeders, retailers, hobbyists, welfare, rescue and sanctuary groups for companion animals is the realization that there are not enough facilities providing appropriate standards of care for the animals dependent upon their care. The Gabriel Foundation® is currently a part of a working committee of the Association of Avian Veterinarians whose task is to develop a standard of care for parrot welfare organizations, which include rescue and sanctuary groups. The Foundation is also an integral part of the WPWA (World Parrot Welfare Alliance), an international parrot welfare organization whose goal is to develop and promote greater awareness of the needs of parrots in captivity, whether in homes, rescue, sanctuary, or breeding facilities and in the retail pet trade through a set of guidelines and standards.
The current Gabriel Foundation aviary is able to provide consistent, high quality care for up to 250 psittacine birds at one time. Birds enter the Foundation for a variety of reasons such as family or financial hardship, human guardian’s illness or death, conflict with spouse or children, lack of human interest and/or time, moving/relocation, a bird’s incomparability with human’s expectations, a bird’s physical handicap, a bird’s chronic illness, rescue from animal cruelty, abandonment, lost bird, or request from a pet store, animal welfare organization, veterinarian and breeders to provide on-going care.
The Foundation’s Medical Director evaluates the acute, chronic and long-term medical needs of all incoming and outgoing birds. Our team of attending and affiliated veterinarians, certified veterinary technicians, staff members and volunteers provides for the total health care, as well as psychological and environmental needs. Our staff to bird ratio is crucial to the rehabilitation process of our psittacine residents, where the needs of the individual bird come first. With the in-depth quality of care that the Foundation provides, many caring and committed adoptive families and guardians provide homes for those birds who will continue to thrive in a companion pet situation through the Foundation’s highly structured adoption and screening process. For those birds that remain with us for the remainder of their lives, permanent sanctuary is a safe and enriched habitat dedicated to each resident’s well-being.
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Gabriel Foundation Location
Below is a map for Gabriel Foundation, please call for specific directions.
***Note: PO Boxes will not show correctly on the map below.
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Animal Shelter Facts
Did you know that the average number of animals in an average feline litter is from four to six?
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