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Angie Kutchery, Animal Care Specialist at the Racine Zoo tells her story RACINE, Wis., June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Angie Kutchery, Animal Care Specialist at the Racine Zoo, is primary macropod specialist managing all aspects of care for the Zoo's red kangaroos and wallaroos. Kutchery describes an atypical situation in which she and the team rallied together to help one red kangaroo fight cancer. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130614/CG31947) January 29, 2013...
DUBLIN, June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Honor extraordinary carers who sacrifice for others The BRAVE Awards, an international awards initiative that recognizes the courage and dedication of non-professional caregivers, is seeking nominations through June 30, 2013. Developed and implemented by Shire plc, the global biopharmaceutical company, the BRAVE Awards honor unpaid, non-professional caregivers who give of themselves in a meaningful, dedicated and selfless manner. Up...
America's Last Affordable Collectible Appreciating Over 117% Annually ANAHEIM, Calif., June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- To most people today, pinball machines evoke fond memories from the 70's and 80's. But according to Captain's Auction Warehouse pinball machines can serve as a hedge fund against inflation. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130614/PH32092 ) Pinball machine purchases provide a 30% to 150% return rate annually, based on sales data derived from amusement...
"A stellar--indeed, archival--addition to any library." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) BUENA VISTA, Colo., June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The new iBook Alicewinks-- which brings classic illustrations of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to life for digital audiences --was today awarded The Kirkus Star. Reserved for books of "exceptional merit," The Kirkus Star is considered the highest book review honor. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130614/PH32070-a )(Photo:...
Respect and communication are essential for children's development WASHINGTON, June 14, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Being a good father is hard work, but you don't have to go at it alone. There are several resources to help your children thrive in school, get along with others, and stay away from drugs and other dangerous behaviors. A great resource is the President's Fatherhood Pledge. By pledging, you commit to become a positive influence in the lives of your children and...
Prescription Motorcycle Sunglasses are the center of a promotion being held by ADS Sports Eyewear at this years Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally in Austin, TX. The ROT Rally is the biggest motorcycle rally known to man according to Guinness World Records. Austin, TX (PRWEB) June 13, 2013 Prescription Motorcycle Sunglasses will be discounted by ADS Sports Eyewear to the attendees of this year’s Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally in Austin, TX. The company will be in the crowds handing...
Red Bank Award Program Honors the Achievement of Dr. Robert Korwin Red Bank, NJ (PRWEB) June 13, 2013 For the second consecutive year, Robert Korwin DMD MICOI MAGD has been selected for the 2013 Best of Red Bank Award in the Dentistry category by the Red Bank Award Program. Each year, the Red Bank Award Program identifies those that we believe have achieved exceptional success in their local community and business. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small...
Attendance on Demand receives Bronze, Silver, and Gold awards Livonia, Michigan (PRWEB) June 13, 2013 Attendance on Demand is pleased to receive Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards in the 8th Annual 2013 Hot Company and Best Products Awards. The Bronze for the deployment of the YWCA case study, the Silver for the Misclassification Mishaps white paper and Gold for the Managing Internships white paper. YWCA saved 35 percent in switching over to Attendance on Demand and gained additional...
Based in Southern California, Golden Meadows Kennels recently paired a Vizsla puppy named ‘Bear’ with famed bassist Pete Wentz and his model girlfriend Meagan Camper. The couple's dog will board at Golden Meadows while Wentz’s band is out on an upcoming national tour. Central Ventura County, CA (PRWEB) June 13, 2013 Known for breeding puppies that are frequently featured in Hollywood movies, Golden Meadows Retrievers breeding kennel announces a recent partnership with Pete...
Kuldip Verma, CEO, of Vermaland won the prestigious award on May 9th. Verma contributed $1.2M to the Verma Charitable Foundation in 2013 and has made several other charitable donations over the years. Phoenix, AZ. (PRWEB) June 13, 2013 The award—Philanthropist of the Year—is a part of the Arizona Real Estate Achievement (AREA) Awards. A panel of industry experts honors the state’s best and brightest companies, bankers, home builders, as well as individuals who give back to the...
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The Istrian coarse-haired hound is a breed of domestic hunting dog that originated from Croatia in the nineteenth century. The breed was developed by Croatian and Slovene breeders that bred the Istrian Shorthaired Hound, which has smooth hair, with the French Griffon Vendeén, making its first official appearance in Vienna at a conformation show that occurred in 1866. The dog was originally meant to hunt small game like hares, wild boars, and foxes, a purpose for which it is still used today....
The Hawaiian Poi Dog is an extinct breed of domestic pariah dog that originated from Hawaiʻi that was once used as a source of food and was said to be a spiritual protector of children. The term Poi, which means kalo or taro root, was used in the dog’s name because it was given to the breed to fatten it before eating. The dogs were not needed for hunting, because the island does not have any large game animals excluding boars. Explorers have described the Hawaiian Poi Dog as a short,...
The Formosan Mountain dog, also known as the Taiwan Dog, is a breed of domestic dog that can be used in many jobs including guarding, rescuing, and hunting dogs. The breed was developed in part by four major events in Formosa’s history. These were the Dutch settlement that occurred there in 1624, which caused crossbreeding between the pointer or greyhound type dog known as the Flying Dog, the Japanese control of the area, cross breeding between this breed and the German shepherd dog during...
The Treeing Walker Coonhound is a breed of domestic hunting dog that originated in the United States. It was developed in the nineteenth century when an unknown breed of dog and a Walker hound were crossbred, although it is now said to have been a crossbreed between American and English foxhounds. Although it was primarily used to hunt small game like opossums and raccoons, it has been used to hunt bears. The skill of this breed and its ability to track warm scents makes them ideal for...
The Portuguese cattle dog, known by its original name Cão de Castro Laboreiro and other English names, is a breed of domestic livestock guarding dog that originated from Portugal. Its original name means “Dog from Castro Laboreiro” and refers to its city of origin, Castro Laboreiro. The history of this breed is largely unknown, although many stories exist about its development occurring in the 1800’s. It is thought that the modern breed is descended from guard dogs that existed before...
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