Food Glorious Food, please help us to buy some
February 18, 2010 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
A truck load of food
Every six weeks M.A.R.S. makes a run to C&J Feed for the assorted bags of food necessary to keep all our feathered friends happy and healthy. Products with the names Lafeber, Higgins, Roudybush, Kaytee, Hampton Farms peanuts and Mazuri are loaded into our truck (no delivery charge that way). The total of these products is a whopping $606.00, and yes, that is after our discount is applied.
The above does not include all the other necessary items such as fresh fruit and vegies, additional protein such as chicken legs or and occasional steak, (Clyde’s) favorite, I will explain that in a later story. Also not included are special treats such as banana, cornbread and fresh ground peanut butter all available from Publix Supermarket which is totally safe.
With all that said, a picture is worth a thousand words. Please donate to our cause and help feed our hungry critters by paying for the above necessary items. If you can, also consider sponsoring a M.A.R.S. parrot or becoming a member of Melbourne Aviary Rescue Sanctuary by visiting our forms page.
It is our sincerest hope that you will help us maintain and achieve our goals entering into our third year of rescuing, rehabilitating and finding forever homes through adoption.
What a successful adoption day
February 14, 2010 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
Captain Daniel Red and Lu with Captain Morgan and Cisco
We had a really great Animal Adoption day here in Melbourne. Thanks to Aloha Pet & Bird Hospital, South Brevard Animal Care and Animal Guardians. The event scored high in attendence, Dennis and Mary Peer of Animal Guardians were amazing in bringing Channel 13 to the event.
Press coverage is essential. The numbers prove once again that people will come out and support a good cause. Adopting a shelter pet.
New homes were found for 11 cats and 3 dogs. No birds, but lots of inquiries. Great fun was had by all who attended.
Refreshments were an amazing array of sweets and treats including pizza and sparkling cider. Cudos to Linda Pepin of Aloha for those.
As mentioned, a pirate or two came, along with M.A.R.S. favorite new adoptive parents Chris and Lorry Burger who were an amazing addition to the event. They are now fostering our feathered member Riley, she is a very lucky bird indeed. Future events are planned and we all hope they are equally as successful.
For those who missed this great event, you can still adopt a bird through the M.A.R.S. website. Please check out our “Parrots for Adoption” page and browse through the wide selection of available birds.
In addition, please also consider to make a donation to M.A.R.S. to support our cause. Check out the various memberships on the membership page. You can pay online (it’s fast and easy), and after a couple of clicks you’re already part of our family!
If you have any questions about bird adoption or our sanctuary, please contact me directly! I am happy to answer all your questions.
Have-a-heart, don’t shop, adopt a shelter pet
February 11, 2010 by LuAnn Apple · 1 Comment
Join with M.A.R.S., Aloha Animal and Bird Hospital, and South Brevard Animal Care this Saturday the 13th from 10:00 to 3:00. Location Eau Gallie Blvd , beach side across from Walmart at Aloha.
Adoptions are the key to finding the perfect pet. So always remember, Don’t Shop Adopt a shelter pet today. Refreshments will be provided by Aloha, and perhaps a pirate or two will join in the festivities. Come out and support this worth while cause. Who knows the perfect canine, feline, or parrot might just be waiting for you to take them to their new home.
Cockatoo – One Gem of a bird!
February 8, 2010 by LuAnn Apple · 1 Comment
Looks like luxury retailer Bvlgari has gone for a double whammy in their latest campaign using beautiful actress (Julianne Moore) and two incredibly beautiful birds (greater Sulfur crested cockatoo!)
Pictured here are Shaka, aged 27, and Mr Bird, aged 13. Both were bred in the US from a pure Australian lineage and trained to work as “studio birds”. I am unable to find out anything else about their film careers (!) but we do know that in this shoot they were wearing diamond and emerald encrusted bracelets as collars (wonder how that went over!!!).
The Cockatoo’s were said to be chosen for their beauty and symbolism of grace and purity” whereas Ms. Moore ”interprets a strong woman, eccentric and charismatic”.
“Julianne Moore loved them and was very much at ease when she was interacting with them,” a Bulgari spokeswoman said. “At a certain point Shaka suddenly said to [Moore], ‘I love you’, between two shots, which came as a surprise and generated much euphoria.”
Cockatoos LOVE ATTENTION so in my opinion they make the perfect supermodels! If you do not have the time to give to a pet, do not get a Cockatoo. They make LOVING PETS and really require interaction. A wonderful addition to the family (jewelry optional!)
M.A.R.S has a wonderful selection of Cockatoos just waiting to get loving homes. For more information on adopting one of these beauties please send me an email and I can give you all the details!
Fantastic Video showcases MARS!
November 10, 2009 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
Check out this incredible video our friend Jennifer Leslie created about the Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary. We hope this really helps raise awareness about what M.A.R.S. is doing, helps to get donations and helps to find these fantastic birds new and loving homes!
This video really rocks and we had a lot of fun doing it! Spread the word and a big thanks Jennifer and her crew!
Adopt a Cockatoo!
October 6, 2009 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
Boy do we have Cockatoos! Harley (pictured here), Baily, Mr. Stubbs, Emily and more! They’re all up on the Adoption page and they sure make an impressive bunch!
Cockatoos are the cuddlers and you can’t imagine how fantastic it is to have one of these gorgeous parrots snuggling up to you neck! Who needs cats? (sorry, sisters!)
Read all about Cockatoos on the Adoption page as well as pricing information. Any questions please contact me! I am happy to answer all your questions.
Give a Bird a Home – Adopt A Parrot!
September 28, 2009 by LuAnn Apple · 1 Comment
We are so happy to finally have our new page Parrots for Adoption page live!
We are presenting you all the feathered friends from the Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary with pictures and all the relevant info, categorized by type of birds.
To kick things off, we introduce you to the Macaws that we have for adoption – but soon we’ll add all other kind of parrots which are waiting for new homes, including African Greys, Amazon Parrots etc.!
These are only two of our various feathered beauties. On the left, you see Nikita, the beautiful blue and gold parrot; and on the right there is Mango, the cheerful Harlequin parrot.
Please go to our Parrots for Adoption page for info about the other birds which are available for adoption.
This is all geared towards helping you to find the right parrot for your unique home. That is the ultimate goal of our parrot rescue!
Check back soon, as we’re in the process of constantly updating the Parrot Adoption page and adding new birds. Let’s find these feathery babies some new and wonderful homes!!!
Feel free to get in touch with us using our contact form.
And please consider to make a donation to help our cause!
Inspiring Words of Wisdom
September 28, 2009 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
I saw this quote on The Animal Rescue Site (this is a fantastic charity website where a simple click helps improve the conditions of children, animals, nature!) and aside from the picture of the gorgeous Scarlet Macaw I thought the words were both true and inspiring.
And by the way, we have our own stunning Scarlet Macaw on the grounds of M.A.R.S. named Cisco! For any inquiries about this inspiring parrot, please get in touch with us via thecontact page!
And don’t forget, helping the environment ultimately helps the animals! Let’s all do our part!
It Must Be Springtime
June 4, 2009 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
Occasionally,some outsiders also find M.A.R.S. a safe haven. Look closely and you will see what I mean. The baby ringneck doves, and the baby screech owl, happy and healthy. Their parents chose great nest spots for them. And let’s not forget our resident iguana Gracie.
happy and safe
who is watching who?
keeps her eye on everything
Mars Parrots in “Florida Today”
April 5, 2009 by LuAnn Apple · Leave a Comment
Story about the Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary in "Florida Today"
We’re proud to announce that we made headlines today! The newspaper “Florida Today”, with a respectable circulation of 92,285 for its Sunday edition, dedicated a story to the Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary. The article titled “Parrot rescue gives birds a second chance” is featured in “Life” section on the paper.
And we’re thrilled to say that “Florida Today” reporter Chris Kidler also did a video interview with me, which is even featured on the homepage of FloridaToday.com (as of today). Talk about making the news! Here’s the screenshot of the video teaser:
The funny thing is I didn’t even realize the video would be seen by anybody much less available on the website of Florida Today! Wish I would have had some time to put some lip gloss on! 
But this is certainly a terrific great opportunity to spread the word and the needs of M.A.R.S.!
In the video, I talk about how our ultimate goal is to make these birds ready for adoption, and to find a good home for them which gives them a little sunshine and a little love. Here’s the full video, it’s about two minutes long:
As the article mentions, our Florida parrot rescue organization entirely depends on financial contributions. We’re also looking for donations for our yard sales and thrift shop. Please contact us if you have something to donate.
M.A.R.S. is also in need of carpenters to help with repairs, the roof, the driveway and building aviaries. Get in touch with us if you can help us (or know somebody who has the expertise)!
Thanks to “Florida Today” for the great coverage!
