June 2011 PNHS Newsletter

JUNE 2011 volume 26, issue 6

Meeting Location:

Highline Community College Board Meeting: 4 PM

2400 S. 240th St, Des Moines, WA General Meeting: 6 PM

Building 12, Room 10

Speaker Presentation:

Dr. Adolf Maas, DVM

will be giving a talk about:

“Common Reptile & Am-

phibian Husbandry Mis-

takes and Specific Case

Histories.”

Come hear a fascinating

presentation!

Next Meeting: JUNE 12th, 2011

Upcoming Events....... 2

General information &

Guidelines……………………………….

3

Letter from the

president……………….

4

Turtle & tortoise

show!..........................

6

Snakebite: preventing

allergic reactions to

antivenom treatment…..

8

Visual Atadenovirus ?... 9

Announcements &

Adoption Animals………...

12

Board of Directors Meeting

minutes…………………………………… 13

Classifieds…………………..

Contacts & Vets………….

Membership application

14

15

16

Inside this issue:

Herp of the Month:

Herps of Australia &

New Caledonia

That means time for a Crestie party!

Passionate about

animals & education?

Try an Outreach!

Outreach animals can

be provided for you if

needed!

Check out the Gallery

in PNHS’ website for

pictures of some of our

great outreaches in the

community.

Pacific Northwest

Herpetological Society

Above: Photo of hatchling Crestie by

Aimee Kenoyer

Right: Photo of a basking Bearded

Dragon by Emily Johnson

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June 12, 2011: ***MOVED UP ONE WEEK DUE TO FATHER’S DAY***

Regular Meeting

Speaker: Dr. Adolf Maas, DVM

Topic: Common Reptile & Amphibian Husbandry Mistakes & Case Histories

Herp of the Month: Australia & New Caledonia

July 8-10, 2011: PNHS Outreach Booth at “America’s Family Pet Expo”

Puyallup Fairgrounds, near the Orange Gate, 10:00—6:00

Contact: [email protected]

July 15-17, 2011: Field Herping Trip near Cle Elum, WA, in place of a regular meeting

Led by Field Herping Expert Patrick Viehover

Limited to 20 people: sign up early!

Contact: [email protected]

Upcoming PNHS Events

Cle Elum Field-Herping Location Pictures courtesy of Patrick Viehover

August 27, 2011: Annual Member-Appreciation Barbeque 3:00 p.m.—?

( N ote: This is a Saturday & is in place of a regular meeting. )

September 15, 2011: T-Shirt Contest Submissions Due

September 18, 2011: PNHS Regular Meeting

Dallas LaDucer will be speaking & sharing pictures from his recent

adventure in Bocas del Toro, Panama.

October 15-16, 2011: “ C aptive Breeder ’ s Expo ” presented by the BeanFarm

Puyallup Fairgrounds, by the Gold Gate

November 2011: PNHS ’ Annual Auction & Potluck ( in place of a regular meeting )

General Information

The Pacific Northwest Herpetological Society (PNHS) is a non-profit organi-

zation registered with the State of Washington. PNHS is dedicated to the

education of its members and the public, as well as the conservation, ecol-

ogy, and captive care and breeding of reptiles and amphibians. The society

also takes an active role in legislative and environmental issues affecting

these animals and their habitats.

Meeting Information

PNHS holds its general meeting on the third Sunday of every month (with

exceptions for holidays) at 6:00pm at Highline Community College in Des

Moines, Building 12 Room 101. The Board meeting begins at 4:00pm.

Doors open at 5:30. Other business and socialization occurs between 5:30

and 6; then the General Meeting starts. Meetings are open to the public,

and the society encourages anyone with an interest in herpetology to at-

tend. Please purchase a membership to show your support for the society.

Animal Donations

Looking to adopt, release an animal or donate cages and equipment?

Please contact the Adoptions Committee by email at adop-

[email protected], or by voicemail at 206- 583-0686. We will contact you

and make arrangements.

Other Donations

The Adoption Committee receives minimal financial support from the Soci-

ety, so donations of money, food, cages, and equipment are always needed

and appreciated. Please contact the Adoption Chair to make a donation.

Adoptions

To adopt an animal that is in the care of the Committee, you must be pre-

sent at the meeting, be a current member (of at least one month), and be

over 18 years of age or have parental consent. For more details see the

web site or contact the Adoption Chair.

Newsletter Information

A monthly newsletter absorbs the lion’s share of the price of a PNHS mem-

bership. In order to keep it interesting, we encourage contribution of origi-

nal articles, book reviews, letters, ads, and cartoons for publication.

Items for incorporation into articles are also welcome, though with no guar-

antee of their use. Submissions may be sent to the Newsletter Committee

or to the Society through the contacts listed on the following page.

Editorial Policy

The views expressed in this publication are solely the views of the authors

and not necessarily the views of the Society, its members, or the Newsletter

Committee. The Newsletter Committee reserves the right to edit all submis-

sions including advertisements.

General information &

guidelines

re PNHS’ Monthly Meetings

are a great place to learn

something new, purchase

feeders at a discount, and

meet new people


Above: Both Green Tree Python

Photos courtesy of the Adams’

Family.

“Every day we’re

turning away animals

that we could be

helping.”

- Aimee Kenoyer

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Letter from the President By Aimee Kenoyer

PNHS, We Need You to Get Involved!

Hey PNHS, happy late Spring! Finally, it's getting a little nicer out...every now

and then, we're gifted with a day over 60F. Every once in awhile, we have a day

that's more sunny than cloudy. This can only mean that the brief summer season

is finally coming to the Pacific Northwest. When it finally warms up and dries

out, or at least we all go from "drizzled on" to "slightly damp", it's time to play

outside! Because it's finally pleasant to be outside for long periods, PNHS sees a

lull in meeting activity during the summer months. In order to appreciate those

of us die-hards that DO still want to be involved, we're planning a couple of fun

things in place of regular meetings in July (field-herping) and August (BBQ).

Please see the announcements section for details.

That’s all well and good...but there are still things that need to be done to keep

this big machine rolling smoothly. In particular, we desperately need to expand

our Adoptions program! Partly due to the economic pressures we're all feeling,

and partly due to our increased online presence and community exposure, our

Adoptions program has been overrun for several months now and is regularly

turning away Bearded Dragons, Leopard Geckos, Ball Pythons, and other small,

easily-fostered animals. Many of us in the foster program are currently nursing

ill or otherwise not-yet-ready animals back to health so that they can be adopted.

Every day, we’re turning away animals that we could be helping. If you foster

for PNHS, we provide: housing, heating & lighting supplies; veterinary care;

food; information and support. You simply need a little space, well-quarantined

from your own collection (i.e. separate room or separate floor or separate build-

ing;) a little time, a little electricity and a little room in your heart. Please contact

Rachel ([email protected]) ASAP if you are willing to get involved in

our foster program!

And what about community outreach? Our Outreach Program is a staple for

many school science nights and other events in the greater community and con-

tinues to expand. However, we had a handful of Outreaches this spring that were

sparsely attended. Why/ Hard to find dates/times/locations? Follow us on Face-

book for posting of Outreaches; they’re also listed in every Newsletter and on

the PNHS forum page. Alternatively, contact your Board directly to find out

when and where! Also, gas prices are somewhere between ridiculous and insane,

but often carpooling has been an overlooked option. People volunteering for

PNHS can keep track of dedicated mileage and use this as a deduction on their

Crested Gecko “Xochitli”

strikes a yoga pose….

Photo courtesy of Aimee

Kenoyer.

Photo by Aimee Kenoyer

I’m always looking for

more input and

direction from you,

the Membership!

~Aimee

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taxes. We need to show a strong face to the community at these events, and if the price of gas has got you

down, there are ways to alleviate this problem—just let us know! Chances are someone can help you get there!

At this time, PNHS membership is at an all-time, record high. We are hosting bigger, badder, slimier, more

exciting events than ever before; and we're incorporating more activities into our schedule as well as budgeting

for better speakers. We have plenty of people, so why don't we always have the volunteers that we need? Is it

lack of clear information, for people who'd like to volunteer more but don't know how, or what's involved? If

so, please contact me ASAP and share your questions! Are there other reasons? Please talk to me about your

concerns, or suggestions. Remember, I'm here for you and because of you; I only want PNHS to be the kind of

organization for which you want to volunteer! Email anytime to [email protected]; call me at 206-

200-1240 and don't be afraid to leave a VM if you don't get me.

Thanks for your support and continued involvement, and hope to see you at the next Outreach!

Board Members Brenda Huber & Amanda

Perez and a Jungle Carpet Python at the

2009 PNHS Member Appreciation Barbe-

que. Photo courtesy of Suyama Images.

Top right: The joy of seeing your first

Bredl’s Python! Photo courtesy of Aimee

Kenoyer.

Right: At the Emerald City Reptile Expo

2011, one girl holds Bearded Dragon,

“Scorchy,” and looks for his “third eye.” -

Photo courtesy of Suyama Images.

Above: Crestie with serious

MBD gets special care & lots of

love! Photo courtesy of Aimee

Kenoyer.

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TURTLE & TORTOISE SHOW!

The Seattle Turtle & Tortoise Club’s 10th

Anniversary Show was held on May 22nd,

2011, at the beautiful Sky Nursery in

Shoreline. The members of the STTC

displayed 60 different species of turtles &

tortoises, including rare Cites 1 Endan-

gered Species such as the Madagascar Ra-

diated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) and the

Spotted Pond Turtle (Geoclemys hamiltonii.)

Above: Sky Nursery provided a beautiful backdrop for the

STTC’s 10th Anniversary Show

Sulcata (Geochelone sulcata) outreach superstar

“Donatello” (former PNHS rescue; found run-

ning down Highway 167 between Renton &

Kent) was there to demonstrate what it really

means to have a “living bulldozer” in your back-

yard, as well as pose for pictures with the fasci-

nated fans. Donatello’s owner, former PNHS Above: the rare Madagascar Radiated Tortoise

(Astrochelys radiata)

President, Scott Freyo, estimates

Donatello’s weight to be in the

85-90 lb. range….and he’s still

growing!

There were plenty of activities

for all ages, including an adop-

tions area and a silent auction to

benefit STTC’s rescue efforts. It

was wonderful to see one of

….continued….

Left: Outreach Superstar “Donatello”

Sulcata (Geochelone sulcata)


TURTLE & TORTOISE SHOW Continued...

STTC’s most poignant rescues, the

turtle that was set on fire, (seen on

KOMO-TV 4’s coverage of ECRE

2011) is continuing to do well in re-

covery with special care.

There were plenty of activities for

children as well. Kids were happy to

color turtle and tortoise pictures at

the coloring station, get their faces

painted, or purchase a souvenir

plush reptile, turtle toy or poster.

Right: Jerry Novak holds the rare Spot-

ted Pond Turtle (Geoclemys hamiltonii)

Left: close-up of the rare Spotted Pond Turtle

(Geoclemys hamiltonii)

Left: Outreach Superstar Donatello

Right: The “Traveling With Your Tor-

toise” display & a beloved sulcata!

Congratulations to everyone in the

Seattle Turtle and Tortoise Club

for a successful show!

For more information:

www.seattleturtleshow.com

- Photos & text by B. Huber

Ideas for exciting turtle & tortoise habitats were

aplenty. The exhibit named “Traveling With

Your Tortoise” had one of the most innovative

tortoise “garages” I have ever seen…. Perhaps I

can put it to use with my own rescue tortoise!


Study Finds: Adrenaline Given Before Snakebite Anti-

venom Treatment Reduces Allergic Reactions

- Science Daily, May 11, 2011

In a study involving more than 1,000 people who were admitted to five hospitals in Sri Lanka

after experiencing a snakebite, the authors randomized patients to receive low-dose adrenaline,

promethazine, hydrocortisone or placebo —- alone and in all possible combinations —- imme-

diately before treatment with an antivenom infusion. Compared with placebo, pre-treatment

with adrenaline reduced severed allergic reactions to the antivenom by 43% at one hour and by

38% over 48 hours.

By contrast, neither promethazine nor hydrocortisone given alone reduced the rate of adverse

allergic reactions to the antivenom and adding hydrocortisone appeared to negate the beneficial

effect of adrenaline. These findings also emphasize the high rate of acute adverse allergic reac-

tions to antivenom and stress the importance of improving the quality of the available antiven-

oms in Sri Lanka and South Asia.

The authors say: “The need for concerted action by local health and regulatory authorities, the

World Health Organization, and other stakeholders, including technology transfer programmes

between antivenom manufacturers, to improve the quality of antivenom can not be over-

emphasized. Until these overdue improvements come about, we have shown that pre-

treatment with low-dose adrenaline is an effective and safe therapy to prevent acute reactions

to antivenom… Meanwhile, we continue to reiterate that the need for careful observation of

patients receiving antivenom and prompt treatment of acute reactions when they occur re-

mains undiminished.”

- Public Library of Science (2011, May 11). Adrenaline given before snakebite antivenom treat-

ment reduces allergic reactions, study finds. ScienceDaily. Retrieved May 12, 2011, from

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/05/110510175159.htm

- - Reprinted with permission from HerpDigest Volume #11, Issue #22: 5/12/11

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, courtesy of

Wikipedia. Photo by C. & C. Robertson

Giving low-dose adrenaline to patients who have been bit-

ten by a venomous snake before treatment with the appro-

priate antivenom is safe and reduces the risk of acute se-

vere reactions to the treatment, but giving promethazine

has no such effect and giving hydrocortisone may actually

be harmful. These findings from a study led by Asita de

Silva from the Clinical Trials Unit, Faculty of Medicine,

University of Kelaniya in Ragama, Sri Lanka, are impor-

tant because in some countries where snake bites are a

major health problem, acute allergic reactions to poor

quality antivenoms are common and often fatal.


Visual Atadenovirus? My Theory Put to Test...

Above: A baby Bowzer, January 20, 2003; : Bowzer charms kindergarteners, 2006.

Left: Outreach Rockstar at PNHS’ 2007 Pacific Science Center Show.

Above: When choosing a

baby dragon, apparently

size does matter…

A Tribute to a Beloved Family Pet

You never know what lies in store for you when you

decide to have a family… For me, it would bring a dino-

saur & videogame-loving daughter who, at the age of 5,

began begging for a pet Bearded Dragon. I had never

even heard of such a creature. Five years later, “Bowzer”

joined our family at the age of 4 months.

I should have used my puppy-choosing skills and known

never, ever to pick “The Runt,” however, the breeder

assured us that Bowzer was the right personality match 4 year-old Bowzer in July of 2006

for our family. The breeder also assured us that he was perfectly healthy German Giant x Jungle Giant, and

showed us beautiful pictures of his parents.

This fairytale would soon turn sour, however. Soon after bringing him home we took him in for a “Well

Check Exam” at the Bird & Exotic Clinic of Seattle. (We are blessed to live in a city that has several of the

top exotic vets on the planet; and Bowzer would eventually see them all at one point or another.) He was

diagnosed with an “extremely heavy load” of coccidia.. That turned out to be an understatement. It would

take 7 courses of meds over the next year & a half to get him stabilized to the point where he was eating

and pooping normally, and we weren’t worried about his imminent death.

Finally free from the symptoms of his drug-resistant coccidia past, Bowzer

was healthy enough to actually participate in a PNHS Outreach. He reveled

in the attention and basked in the glory of all that was Outreach. He had

grown to a whopping 600+ grams, certainly larger than a “normal” Bearded

Dragon, but truly stunted for his “healthy German Giant x Jungle Giant”

roots. He loved to be snuggled & cuddled, always comfortable with being

plopped into any child’s hands. Most importantly, he was content to just sit

there quietly, showing amazing tolerance and patience with the many hands

that touched him. He was a true Outeach Rockstar.


Visual Atadenovirus? Continued...

The Black Spots: In 2007, I noticed a small, black dot on his lower left “lip.”

It was just a dot, as if someone had taken a jet-black ball-

point pen & put a dot on him. But it wouldn’t come off.

In the coming months, I found more and more of these

“black spots” showing up on various parts of his body. At

about the same time, I was reading up on the prevalence of

Atadenovirus in bearded dragons in the United States.

Black spots. Virus. Then it hit me: Tom Hanks…. Tom

Hanks in the 1993 movie “Philadelphia.” Above: Bowzer in his bath, 2007.

“It is very apparent that there is a high prevalence of Agamid AdV1 in

bearded dragons in the United States.”

- Reptile Adenovirus PCR and Sequencing at the University of Florida CVM

In the film “Philadelphia,” the main character (Tom Hanks) was

fired after his employers found out he was HIV+ due to visible

black lesions (Kaposi’s Sarcoma.) “Because of their highly visi-

ble nature, external lesions are sometimes the presenting symp-

tom of AIDS,” - from Wikipedia: Kaposi’s Sarcoma. I won-

dered if Bowzer’s black spots were due to a virus? I decided to

have him tested for PCR-tested (Polymerase Chain Reaction)

for Atadenovirus, which was possible only in a couple of labora-

tories in the United States. The results came back positive. After

all he had been through during the first 18 months of his life, we

weren’t surprised.

Black Spots = Virus ?

Movie poster for the 1993 hit film “Philadelphia”

courtesy of Wikipedia.

Virus: Vertical Vector? Scientists haven’t proven precisely the methods in which

bearded dragon atadenovirus spreads; there simply isn’t enough

funding for dragon research. My own belief is that beardie ata-

denovirus spreads similarly to the way the AIDS virus spreads

in humans: It can be passed from mother to baby (or not;) and

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Visual Atadenovirus? Continued...

can be spread through bodily fluids (i.e. dragon mating.) Bowzer, however, had lived his life as a solitary

dragon. He left the breeder’s colony at 4 months of age. There simply is no other way he could have acquired

the virus except from his own mother via egg. Further proof positive is that as a baby, he came with an ex-

tremely drug-resistant strain of bearded dragon coccidia. He was sick from Day One.

To Outreach, or Not To Outreach

Bowzer’s 8th Birthday Picture, August 1, 2010. The

“Black Spots” are clearly visible in and below his left ear,

as well as the spot on his lower left lip.

The pros & cons of allowing

Bowzer to continue his role as

Super Dragon Ambassador were

discussed with his vet, and the

reality that as he aged, the possible

stress of an Outreach may have a

more negative effect on his overall

health and well-being. In the Fall

of 2008, Bowzer officially retired

from Outreaches.

Rest In Peace,

Beloved Dragon

By the Spring of 2011, Bowzer

had lost nearly 20% of his body

weight. The Black Spots were lar-

ger and more prolific. It was with

a heavy heart that I made the nec-

essary decision to let him go.

One thing I did want to do was a

necropsy on those spots, to see Celebrate a Beautiful Life ...

if there was any trace linking them to Atadenovirus. The “Black Spots” turned out to be melanosis, a disor-

der of the hyperpigmentation of melanin, which could be a precursor for cancer. No Atadenovirus was

viewed microscopically. As an afterthought, it dawned on me to possibly PCR test the samples, however no

viable samples were left. I am left with the question unanswered, but regardless can definitely say that the

Black Spots are not a good sign. I feel that having an immune system already compromised dealing with a

virus and coinfected with coccidia leaves the door wide open for other health issues.

Bowzer lived a wonderful life: he saved a little girl,

changed countless anti-reptilian sentiments with his

snuggliness, and broadened my horizons beyond my

wildest imagination. Thank you, dear Bowzer. You

will always live on in all of our hearts.

Text & Photos by Brenda Huber

Bowzer

On leash at

the Pacific

Science

Center

Show 2007


ANNOUNCEMENTS

Rules governing animal adoptions can be found on our

website: http://www.pnwhs.org/HowToAdopt

Stevie—Savannah Monitor male:

Approximatelyk 4-5 years old. Stevie is available to the

right home, and only to someone with prior monitor

experience.

Black Rat Snake pair:

Both snakes are very calm for their species. Would

prefer that they stay together. Please contact Rachel if

interested..

Stormy — Corn Snake female:

Beautiful snake looking for her forever home!

Cloud — Corn Snake male:

Extremely thin. Not available currently but will be

soon.

July’s meeting, 7/15-7/17, will be a field-herping/camping trip on the other side of Snoqual-

mie Pass, near Cle Elum. We’ve reserved a group camp site from Friday through Sunday: our

field-herping activities will require an early start on Saturday! Patrick Viehover will be our

guide to herping safely. Space is limited so sign up with Aimee ASAP if you’re interested!

([email protected]; 206-200-1240) Patrick and his family took a pre-trip to scout

likely herping spots in mid-May; photos can be found on Facebook.

PNHS’ annual fundraisers, the Garage Sale and the Potluck/Auction, are right around

the corner! Bring your SMALL donations to the meeting; for larger items, please make

arrangements with Aimee. For the Garage Sale, the best donations are housewares,

tools, books, workable electronic gear...you know, the sorts of things you see at garage

sales. For the Auction, remember it’s us who will be bidding on the donated items! Col-

lectibles, herpophile goodies, artwork, goods & services gift certificates, etc. all are won-

derful. Think outside the box! Please remember that all donated items are worth a tax

receipt to the donor!

Adoption animals:

Cyndy—Ball Python female:

Blind in both eyes. Not currently available for

adoption but will be once she is eating regularly.

Lulu—Ball Python male:

Very small for his age. Not currently up for adop-

tion but will be available once he is eating on a

more regular basis.

Isabelle —- Bearded Dragon female:

Only to the right home. Has MBD & is not super-

friendly. Comes with cage & set-up.

BALL PYTHON MALES:

Several “Normals” are available for adoption.

Please contact Rachel if interested.

RED TAIL BOAS:

Many are available. Please see our Petfinder page

or contact Rachel for more information.

www.Petfinder.com


PNHS Board Meeting Minutes

Photos courtesy of B. Huber

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors for the Pacific Northwest Herpetological Society convened on Sunday,

May 15th, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. at Highline Community College. Present were President Aimee Kenoyer, President-Elect

Brenda Huber, Treasurer Dale Drexler, Adoptions Coordinator Rachel Shirk, Secretary Vivian Eleven, and Members-

At-Large Julie Sharkey, Geoff Sweet, and Amanda Perez. Minutes from the previous meeting were read and approved..

General Business:

1. August Membership Appreciation Barbeque Date: Will not be August 13th, which is the same dayt as the Wil-

sonville, Oregon show.

2. ―Constant Contact‖ – Discussed using this service for mass volunteer emailing. Pros & cons were discussed.

3. Ideas for developing our web presence were discussed. Multiple ―back-up‖ tech people should be available.

Julie brought up taking screen shots for a tutorial on procedures.

4. The updated version of the PNHS Bylaws & Constitution are currently not on the web. Geoff agreed to put

them on our website.

5. Newsletter transition issues: The Board agreed to purchase a copy of Microsoft ―Publisher‖ for the Newsletter

Editor to utilize in order to create pdf files that are emailable. Brenda agreed to write the cover email letter that

contains newsletter link. Geoff will continue to do the mass email to membership.

6. PayPal integration: Current PNHS President & Past President have PayPal information. Password should be

changed yearly with each new Board. Any alterations to the PayPal account generate an email to a 2-part au-

thentication process which will keep PNHS’ PayPal secure.

7. Herpwiki – How Herpwiki will function, be organized, and what content will go on it. PNHS has permission

from Melissa Kaplan to reprint her caresheets. Also, the Global Gecko Society has granted PNHS permission

to use their caresheets.

8. July Camping Field-Herping Trip: Dale reserved the campground for Friday evening. Field-herping will be on

Saturday, and we can stay until Sunday. Purchasing a PNHS First Aid Kit and epi-pen was decided. Brenda

volunteered to create a general PNHS Field Trip Form, as well as the specific form for this particular event.

Also, a generic ―Incident Report Form‖ is a good idea.

Treasurer’s Report: Looking very good at this point. Regarding the Yard Sale: PNHS is still on the waiting list at Lake

City. We will look into other venues and Swap Meets for August – September.

President-Elect’s Report: Bren passed around CDC Recommendations for preventing salmonellosis in humans. These

are available for the public at every PNHS outreach event.

The meeting adjourned at 5:16 p.m.

Left: “To Blueberry,

or not to blue-

berry….” a snapshot

from the Outreach

Room at ECRE

2011.

Right: “Scorchy” the

Bearded Dragon

strikes a pose at

ECRE 2011.

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I have superworms, giant mealworms, and lots more!Plus, I now carry frozen rodents.

Order in advance: special pricing for PNHS

members,,as well as quantity discounts!

For pick up and PNHS meeting delivery.

Jennifer Sronce (425) 750-0477

[email protected]

Bean Farm’s Creative Habitats

Slide-Top Aquariums

Various sizes available.

We can deliver the cages to the meetings, as well as any other item from the Bean Farm catalogue.

Please contact us by the Friday before the meeting in order for items to be delivered. Thank you!

Paula & Giovani Fagioli (877) 708-5882

Email: [email protected]

www.beanfarm.com

PNHS would like to thank “Animal Talk Pet Shop” & “Animal Talk

Rescue” for their generous donations of feeders for our foster animals!

Are you a Fluffy Foster? Kitten season is upon us &

Animal Talk Rescue is urgently looking for foster homes

for kitten(s).

Animal Talk Pet Shop 6514 Roosevelt Way NE

Seattle, WA 98115

(206) 526-1558 Find us on Facebook!

A full-line pet

store...and so

much more!

Contact Information

PNHS

P.O. Box 66147 adoptions:206-583-0686

Burien, WA 98166 email: [email protected]

www.pnwhs.org general information: 206-628-4740

Area Representatives

Greater Seattle Aimee Kenoyer 206-200-1240 [email protected]

N King & Snohomish Brenda Huber 206-334-7168 [email protected]

S King & Pierce Dale Drexler 253-606-4238 [email protected]

Oregon Elizabeth Freer 503-436-1064 [email protected]

Peninsula, Skagit, Whatcom & Island, Thurston, Lewis, Spokane—need volunteers!

Officers for 2011

President Aimee Kenoyer [email protected]

Vice President Dave Alverson [email protected]

President-Elect Brenda Huber [email protected]

Treasurer Dale Drexler [email protected]

Secretary Mel Kreachbaum [email protected]

Membership Secretary Vivian Eleven [email protected]

Members-At-Large Rachel Shirk [email protected]

Julie Sharkey [email protected]

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