Holiday Shopping Spree Fundraiser!

Here is a local alternative to black friday shopping (or any day shopping for that matter). Over 15 local small businesses have banded together to help raise funds for Majical Miniatures Animal Sanctuary! Each business is offering a percentage of sales donation to help the animals and in addition many are offering discounts to you.

You know you have to shop for the holidays anyways, so why not shop local from the comfort of your own home & help the animals at Majical Miniatures in the process!

Below is a list of each of the businesses, the discount/donation they are offering with links to their websites & how to order. Be sure to mention Majical Miniatures when you order & have a Majical Holiday season! and remember to Shop!Save!Give!

1. Ansada Fine Art: 15% donated. To order: angela@ansadafineart.com or 941-758-0924 learn more: http://www.ansadafineart.com/
2. Backyard Getaway: Purchase a $50 gift certificate towards pond service & 10% donated. To order: lisa@backyardgetaway.net to learn more: http://www.backyardgetaway.net/
3. Creations Whispered:  10% off & 15% donated. To order: CreationsWhispered@gmail.com to view: http://www.creationswhispered.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CreationsWhispered
4. Dove Chocolate Discoveries: 20% of sales donated. Book a party & 10% of party sales donated. To order: chocolatierkriss@yahoo.com To learn more visit: http://www.dovechocolatediscoveries.com/krissrobinson
5. HoneyBaked Ham: Purchase a $10, $25, $25 or $50 gift card (good anywhere in the US) & 20% donated. To order: lisa@backyardgetaway.net
6. Kozy Kazual Wears: Order any one of the peace frog blankets & 20% donated. To order http://www.kozykazualwears.com/ more info: jmoore@kozykazualwears.com
7. License to Cheat: 15% discount to you & 15% donated. To order: 727-423-0083 or ilovebioslife@yahoo.com to learn more: http://www.licensetocheat.storenvy.com/
8. Localshops1.com: Purchase the shoppers membership & 1card (discount card) combo for $15 (normally $20) and $10 donated. to order: lisa@backyardgetaway.net to learn more visit: http://www.localshops1.com/
9. Mary Kay: 10% discount to you & 10% donated. To order 941-928-4309 or sarah_w10@live.com To learn more visit: http://www.marykay.com/sarahrose  
10. Miche Bags: Save $5 off any "getting started bundle" and 10% donated. To order guvnes@live.com or 813-986-5758 to learn more visit: http://www.michebag.com/
11. Pampered Chef: 20% donated. To order Kimjkindle@gmail.com or 727-403-4321
12. Park Lane Jewelry: 15% donated. To order 813-504-5788 or yourparklanediva@gmail.com To view products: http://www.jewelsbyparklane.com/field/chinton
13. Sarasota Pet: Purchase "For the Love of Animals" cookbook for $15.95 +tx & $11.95 will be donated and/or Subscribe to magazine for $11.95 yr & $1 donated. To order: sarasotapet@aol.com or 941-405-4468 To learn more: http://www.sarasotapet.com/
14. Scentsy: 20% donated. To order: noel.flanery@gmail.com or 727-543-5814. To view products: http://www.noels-scentsations.scentsy.us/
15. Tails Collection Modern Pet Photography: Purchase a pet session for $125 (normally $150/save $25) & $5 donated. To order: 727-424-0236 or furkids@tailscollection.com To learn more: http://www.tailscollection.com/
16. Tukie's Cakery  10% off & 10% donated. To order:
info@tukiescakery.com or 321-331-8918 To view: TukiesCakery.com
17. Virtual Office Assistant/Social Media Management: Purchase a $25 gift certificate towards any service & 10% will be donated. To order: tfostersea@gmail.com. To learn more: http://www.virtualoa.intuitwebsites.com/

　

Batty for Bats

There are many myths and untruths about bats. For instance, Bats are not blind. They have the same senses we do, sense of smell, hearing, taste, sight and touch. Bats will not attack you and if you see them flying low they are only looking for insects. There are no Vampire bats in the United States but they are found in southern Mexico, Central and South America. Vampire bats do not suck blood like you see in the movies, they make a scrape with their sharp teeth then lap it up. The most common misconception is that all bats carry rabies. This is not true. Studies have shown that less than one percent of bats contract rabies and when they do they usually die within three or four days. You should never handle a wild bat with your bare hands. If you find one on the ground or in a place they shouldn't be, they may bite in self defense and you could contract rabies from him that way.

About Bats:
Here are a few interesting facts about these amazing creatures. Although some mammals can glide, bats are the only mammal that can fly. Bats are classified into a unique group called "Chiroptera", which means "hand wing" in Latin. Bats literally use their hands to fly. Their wings are like our hands, but with longer fingers and a thin, tough skin between the fingers.
There are over 1,100 different species of bats in the world, totaling up about a quarter of all mammal species. There are 45 different species of bats that live in the United States and Canada alone. Most bat species live in warm, tropical regions. Florida is home to thirteen species of bats some of which are year round while others are seasonal, much like many human residents. All thirteen species are insectivorous which means they feed mostly on insects. There are an additional seven species of bats that have, on occasion, been found in Florida but they do not normally live here. These are commonly referred to as accidental species.

Bats can fly extremely fast and at high altitudes. Some species have been detected flying over 50 miles per hour. Other species have been detected flying over 3,000 feet above ground in search of insect prey. Bats are a very important part of our natural ecosystem. They help control pests, are essential pollinators and disperse seeds for numerous plants.

Pest control
Insectivore bats like those in Florida are predators of night-flying insects, like gnats & mosquitoes and many of the most damaging agricultural pests. More than two-thirds of bat species eat insects, and they have healthy appetites. A single little brown bat can eat up to 1,000 insects in one hour; most single bats will eat between 2000 - 6000 bugs a night. Insect-eating bats in the United States provide pest control service for the U.S. agricultural industry saving them billions of dollars a year.

Life Expectancy
On average, mother bats rear only one young per year, and some do not give birth until they are two or more years old. Bats live very long lives, there is a record of a bat that survived in the wild for 41 years, and many species live 15 to 20 years or more.

For more info: Florida Bat Conservancy www.floridabats.org

How much is that bird in the window?

An exotic bird can be one of the most rewarding life long pets. If you are considering adopting an exotic pet, it is important to research what type of bird best suits your lifestyle. Birds are extremely intelligent therefore are relatively easy to train and love to learn new "tricks". Grooming a bird is minimal because they groom themselves, preening their feathers daily to keep them clean. They are very social creatures and with proper training can be as loving as a dog or cat. Birds tend to bond strongly with their owner and many live more than 100 years making them a life long companion. If you live in an apartment a pet budgie, canary or finch would take up very little space & provide wonderful companionship.

When researching there are a few basic questions to begin with:

What are the best foods to feed?

When to trim his nails?

Should I clip his wings?

How much time should they be allowed outside their cage?

How often should I clean his cage?

How big of a cage do I need for the specific species of bird I am interested in?

Are there any medical concerns that I should be aware of?

It is equally important to research possible dangers to the bird in your home. Many times someone will adopt a bird with very little knowledge of the possible dangers the bird may face. There are items you may use every day in your home that can be dangerous and even toxic to birds. An obvious problem for birds would be cigarette or cigar smoke, which can cause eye, skin & respiratory problems. Did you know that many household cleaners release dangerous fumes that are fatal to birds? Chlorine bleach, ammonia, aerosol air fresheners are all toxic to birds.

There are foods that can also cause issues and death in an exotic bird. Chocolate of any kind, caffeine, onions and avocados should never be fed to your bird. Plants like Oleander should never be kept where your bird might eat or perch on the branches.

Most surprising on the list of dangerous household items are non-stick cookware and other household items possessing a non-stick surface made from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). When heated toxic fumes are released that may kill your bird. It is important not to use non-stick cookware, drip pans, irons, ironing board covers and heat-lamps that have PTFE coating around your bird.

Subscribers tragic story

We wanted to share this sad story with you that was published in a blog by Chet Womach of www.birdtricks.com. There are so many things to consider when adopting an exotic animal especially exotic birds. You may not be aware of some of the potential hidden dangers in your home. Please take a moment to read this if you are considering adopting an exotic bird...

I have a horrible incident to share. My hopes would be that you will include this somewhere in your literature to other bird owners and make it readily and painfully obvious information.

Yesterday I was preparing food for my birthday party which is taking place this evening. I brought out a roast to cook, but my oven needed cleaned. In my haste and anxiousness to get prepared, I ignorantly opted to use the [Specific Brand Name Withheld For Legal Reasons] Tabletop Roaster my mother left here at Christmas time.

Within 2 hours my beloved Nicky, 15 year old African Gray Congo, was deceased on the bottom of his cage. That roaster was NON-STICK Cookware... and is LETHAL to BIRDS.

This is HUGELY important to get out to your readers. I only wish we knew this PRIOR to the incident as he would still happily be calling and singing from his perch. Instead, he's been buried and is gone forever from our lives. Oh how we miss him so.

I killed my best friend with ignorance. My beloved Nicky. My life, let alone birthday, will never be the same. Nor will my kids who haven't quit crying... nor my husband who had a hard time burying Nicky last night with us.

I'm doing now what I wish I would have done a LONG time ago.... cleaning my house of anything and everything TEFLON and NON-STICK.

We hope to find another resident for Nicky's cage... although the hardest realization is that Nicky can never be replaced. We miss him dearly. I am so filled with guilt for my ignorance which caused us to learn the hardest lesson ever.

'Night Night' my beloved feathered friend.
Brenda

Llamas the perfect guard "dog"



Leah



One of the many types of animals that live at Majical Miniatures is the Llama. I have to admit, when I first started volunteering for the sanctuary, I was a bit nervous when I saw the herd of Llamas. I remembered my first experience as a child with one of these intriguing creatures. I could not wait to get up close enough to pet this large eyed animal with the soft curly fur that resembled a small camel. The Llama was not as excited to see me. As I reached out to pet her, she decided to SPIT on me. I do not mean a little spit but green, slimy, smelly cover my face spit! What I later learned was that Llama's rarely spit at humans and when they do, they are treating you as if you were one of the herd. The female Llama spits as a way to discipline or control herd members. I guess that meant she liked me. Nonetheless, I had no plans of getting that close to a Llama again until I met the herd at Majical Miniatures. It did not take long for me to fall in love with them. Especially, Leah with her big eyes and sweet face begging for you to pet her, Phantom, who may look like the Phantom but would have been more aptly named Shadow, as he follows anyone who walks by him and Priscilla, who seems to enjoy being the center of attention, strutting back & forth saying look at me.

 



Phantom



I learned some interesting things about Llamas. They are very social animals and live in herds with other  Llamas. Although, for thousands of years Llamas were pack animals in South America, in North America they are primarily guardians. A full size Llama will grow to be between 5 to 6 feet tall and can weigh between 280 and 450 lbs. Even the baby Llama or Cria will weigh between 20 to 30lbs at birth. They make excellent pack animals not only due to their size & strength, they can carry up to 30 percent of their body weight in a pack for several miles, but because they are very intelligent. After a few repetitions, they have the ability to learn simple tasks. This makes them perfect as guards too. Usually one gelding will guard a herd of sheep or other livestock. The addition of a Llama guard has all but eliminated livestock loss for many farmers. Many of the Llamas at Majical Miniatures are guards, helping to protect the other animals at the sanctuary.



Priscila



Llamas are grazers eating grass and many types of plants. Like cows, they regurgitate their food chewing on it for long periods. In addition to grazing, at Majical Miniatures the Llamas eat a regular diet of hay, grain and fresh flowers and on occasion, fresh fruits and vegetables for a treat.

If interested in sponsoring a Llama at Majical Miniatures please visit: http://www.majicalminiatures.org/sponsor.html

DINE TO DONATE AT APPLEBEES!

Who doesn't enjoy dinner out? Take the night off from cooking on Thursday, August 4, 2011 and Dine to donate at your neighborhood Applebees. Visit any of the 5 participating Applebees in Manatee county on August 4th from 4-9pm and 10% of your dinner bill will be donated to Majical Miniatures.

YOU MUST BRING IN THE FLYER TO QUALIFY!



print this flyer to help Majical Miniatures!



Print a copy of the flyer below or email us at info@majicalminiatures.org and we will email you a copy. Don't forget to tell your friends!

Prairie Dogs



no pictures please



Last week there was an article on News channel 7's website about a prairie dog who decided to make his home on (or should I say in) the first hole green at Bobby Jones golf course. The manager at the golf course had the area roped off so not to disturb him and told the news that he was welcome to stay as long as he wanted. Although Prairie dogs are native to the United States, Canada & Mexico, they are usually found in the northwestern states. It is assumed that this little guy was someone’s pet who either escaped or was released.

These small ground squirrels grow to 16 inches long, weigh up to 3lbs and feed primarily on grasses and some insects. The Prairie dog got his name because of his ability to ward off predators with a high-pitched dog like call.



are you my mother?



Prairie dogs are rodents that love to burrow and are known for being escape artists. They dig complex under ground tunnel systems that go on for acres. Of course, one single prairie dog will not dig a mile long tunnel alone. They are very social creatures that live in large colonies with several families of Prairie dogs within the same tunnel system. Because they normally live where the climate changes from 100 degrees in the summer to 35 degrees in the winter, their burrows help to control temperatures as well as protect them from hailstorms and blizzards.

Nap time!

Most farm owners consider the prairie dog to be a nuisance, preferring to have them removed from their fields for fear their horses or cows might twist a leg in one of the burrow holes. What they do not realize is that the tunnels will help channel rainwater preventing runoff and erosion and according to Wikipidia, can serve to change the composition of the soil in a region by reversing soil compaction that can be a result of cattle grazing. The removal of Prairie dogs has also caused the undesirable spread of brush.

This is another cute little creature pet owners cannot seem to resist. However, it is important to note that they are difficult pets to care for. They require a lot of attention and a very special diet. Each year they go into a period called rut. This can last for months, where the personality can change becoming defensive and aggressive. Despite this, they are very social and need to be with other prairie dogs to be truly happy. Over the last few years there have been bans on keeping prairie dogs as pets, the bans have been lifted in most states but are still in place in some areas. If you would like to sponsor one of our prairie dogs please visit http://www.majicalminiatures.org/ 

by Lisa Burns

Max’s Story

by Lisa Burns

You probably know that Majical Miniatures is a rescue and rehab sanctuary for wild, exotic and farm  animals. They take in all kinds of animals from kangaroos and Llamas to cows and pigs, but they do not take in dogs or cats. That does not mean they will not help get the ball rolling to find a home for an abandoned, abused or neglected dog or cat.

About a year ago Jan, the vice president of Majical Miniatures, stopped by a garage sale where she saw the saddest little dog. The woman at the garage sale explained that the dog's owner had spent a lot of money for him, a purebred Wheaton Terrier, but she had just let him go. Maxwell, although not an outside dog, stayed outside most of the time with access to the garage. He lost much of his fur due to terrible allergies, most of his teeth were broken, he was heartworm positive, was not neutered or housebroken. Jan knew she could not bring an un-neutered dog home but also knew there was no way she could leave him, so she immediately started making phone calls.

Jan reached Lindalee Anderson of Animal Networks Kitty Korner who put her in touch with Kerry Barnes. Kerry has been a rescue volunteer for Canine Castaways for over three years and last year started a foundation with her sister, Shannon Collins, to aid rescues in memory of their parents. Kerry credits her parents for teaching her about the love and loyalty of animals. The Al and Elaine's Legacy Inc foundation was set up to assist rescue groups with marketing and recruiting volunteers. Kerry took over from here. She dropped what she was doing and met Jan to pick up Max.

Within a day, Kerry was able to get Max's owner to relinquish custody of him, took him to see Dr. Taylor of Pet First Animal Hospital and contacted Christine of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club. Christine Rohde is a foster mom for the Wheaten Terrier Club. She agreed to help and took Max home where she spent months nursing Max back to health, spending many nights sleeping next to him on the couch. Because Christine spent many hours with Max caring for him, they developed a special bond. She decided she had to keep Max. Christine says that Max is the ultimate dog, he is learning his commands, knows sit and of course the word treat! Max now has a forever home with Christine and is one healthy happy boy! It just goes to show that anything can be accomplished when we work together. To learn more about the organizations these ladies represent please visit their websites.

http://majicalminiatures.org/

http://alandelaineslegacy.vpweb.com/

http://flwheatenclub.org/

http://www.ankittykorner.com/

Fun facts about Sugar Gliders

Hi everyone, it's Alvin. I am a Sugar Glider and I live with my brothers & sisters, Theodore, Simon, Laverne & Shirley & my adopted humans at Majical Miniatures. Most humans see a cuddly good-looking Sugar Glider, like myself, at the pet store and decide they have to have one, not realizing how much time and money goes into caring for us. They soon find out it is not easy living with a nocturnal "party" animal that enjoys the nightlife! The majority of us end up like me, at a rescue facility within a year. Don't get me wrong, I love it here at Majical Miniatures, I get all the mealworms I can eat, live in a spacious high-rise cage with plenty of room to fly and host rockin' parties, even my human friends can stop in for a visit. That reminds me, party in my cage tonight 2am BYOM (bring your own mealworms). In the meantime, if you are considering adding a Sugar Glider to your family, check out these fun facts about us.

Did you know? Sugar Glider facts:

• Sugar gliders get their name from their love of sweet foods and a membrane that allows them to glide
• They are native to Australia, Tasmania, Indonesia & Papua-New Guinea
• They are marsupials which means they raise their young in a pouch on the mom's belly
• An adult Sugar Glider will weigh between 4 to 5 oz, grow to 13" long and can live up to 15 years
• Sugar Gliders are Nocturnal which means they sleep during the day and are active at night
• Even though they are fur covered, their ears are hairless. Their ears move independent of each other in constant motion picking up sounds
• Their tail is used for stability and balance and direction of flight when gliding
• A membrane of skin runs from the wrist to the ankle giving the Sugar Glider the ability to glide
• They make loud barking sounds like a small dog
• A Sugar glider is a social animal which means they do better in pairs but normally live in groups of up to seven adults and their young
• Their diet is made up of insects, small vertebrates, tree sap from Eucalyptus, Acacia and Gum trees, nectar, pollen and fruits
• Sugar Gliders can peel the bark of a tree with their teeth! Imagine what a bite would feel like!
• Much like a ferret or skunk they have glands on their body to emit scent and mark with their urine

• They are one of the most commonly traded wild animals in the illegal pet trade, where animals are plucked directly from their natural habitats

To learn more about Majical Miniatures and how you can help visit:
www.majicalminiatures.org
For more info on Sugar Gliders visit:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sugar_glider
http://sugarglidercare.org/

Manatee County Ag Sheriff help rescue family of non-native deer.

At the end of last year, we had heard of a group of fallow deer that had been hand raised and released over off Jim Davis Rd in Parrish. One of our volunteers had voiced some concern over them but they tended to wander the neighborhood sticking to a schedule only they knew.

In Feb/March of this year we started getting calls about “our deer” being loose. Of course, they were not our deer and we had yet to see them. Then I got a call one day that there was a white deer in the road by the golf course that would not get off the road. So I went down to check it out and see what was going on. At first, they were nowhere to be seen. After a few minutes, the three of them crossed the road into a wooded area off Golf Course Rd. I spent the next 20-30 min just watching them as they meandered around browsing, checking me out, and playing with a cushion that was discarded by the side of the road. Then they ambled off following the creek.

These deer were fallow deer, which are not native to FL, and it is illegal to release them here. There was a white buck and two does (1 white and 1 brown). While they were doing ok on their own they were prime targets for predators, including humans since they were so ‘tame’ and they posed a problem to our native white tail deer as far as interbreeding. Fish & Wildlife agreed to let us try to catch and move them otherwise they were going to be destroyed. Now came the big adventure.

The white doe, by far the tamest, had no problem going into a baited trailer and being moved to the sanctuary the first week of April. The other two proved to be more of a challenge. The buck tended to push the other doe off and when he finally came close to going into the trailer, he bolted catching his foot in a fence and injuring his leg. After this, the two would not return to the trailer so that plan was scrapped. They were rarely seen for the next couple of weeks and we continued to get reports of him limping. Then the last week of April they started showing up again at a neighbors’ house on Jim Davis Rd regularly in the early am and late pm.

Due to the skittish nature of these two, we had to enlist the help of the Ag Sheriffs. We knew we were going to have to have them darted to be able to transport them. Mike Ference and Justin Yero came out along with their Sergeant Tom Frank to check the situation out. They agreed to come out on April 29^th to see if we could get this taken care of.

On that Friday Mike Ference (on his day off!), Justin Yero, Kevin Karava and Sergeant Tom Frank showed up bright and early. The deer on the other hand were late. They ended up playing around down by Gamble Creek Farms. So down the road the guys went. Now darting is not an easy task especially in a wooded area but with lots of patience, determination, sweat and blood (the guys from the brush - not the deer) mission accomplished! After having to bring them out of the woods through the brush and up the creek bed, they helped us get them to the sanctuary and settled. To these guys I am forever thankful. Without their help, this never would have been accomplished and the deer would have paid with their lives. All of them truly went above and beyond. Because of their efforts they deer are alive, they no longer pose a danger to motorist or people (a ‘tame’ buck in rut is nothing to mess with), and they are no longer a threat to our white tail population. While most of the neighbors will miss them, the deer are the ones that are the losers in this– they lost their short-lived freedom. They are happy to be back together though and enjoying a small piece of what they had.

Buck, Blanc and Babe want to send a special thank you to Paige Babor, Brenda Bagley, Dave and Joyce Leonard, Randy Bates, Gamble Creek Farms and of course Mike Ference, Justin Yero, Kevin Karava, Tom Frank. WE thank you as well.

Jan Doherty

Majical Miniatures

If you would like to sponsor Buck, Blanc & Babe please visit: MajicalMiniatures

Bunnies & Chicks for Easter presents is a NoNo!

It's Easter time! Children everywhere are becoming excited thinking about chocolate bunnies, Peeps & colored eggs, while parents & grandparents are thinking how cute it would be to have their child wake up to a cuddly bunny or fuzzy chick on Easter morning. Not a good idea parents!

Statistics show most people who purchase bunnies consider them to be disposable & about 80% of rabbits purchased as house pets are given away, brought to a shelter or abandoned in the wild with in a year of purchase. A simple search of “rabbits for adoption” will lead to hundreds of rescue sites. There are over 5400 rabbits available for adoption on petfinder.com alone. According to House Rabbit Services, they rescue about 1500 rabbits a year from local shelters.

Rabbits & baby chicks do not make good pets for small children for many reasons. Most people are disappointed to find that cute cuddly baby bunny they bought at the pet store does not stay cute & cuddly for long. Rabbits, especially babies, are very social and require a lot of time and attention. They are also very delicate animals that can unintentionally be hurt when picked up by a small child. Rabbits will become frightened when picked up; squirming until they are free which means your child could be hurt too. When frightened they may bite, runaway or become prone to stress related illness. Since rabbits are very sensitive to change, a routine for feeding, cleaning & exercise must be established. Let us not forget toilet training, be prepared for accidents and to help save on damaging household items you should “bunny proof” same as you would for a child. If you decide to adopt a rabbit, please do so from a shelter and do your research. You should realize that he will be “your” responsibility. It is unreasonable to expect a child of any age to take responsibility for care of a rabbit.

As for the baby chicks, they should never be considered as a house pet especially for a small child. Did you know that baby chicks & ducks carry salmonella? According to David Fester of Worldwide Health, The New Mexico Department of Health advises families to avoid potential exposure to salmonella by not giving baby chicks and ducklings to children as Easter gifts. Some of the risk factors for people getting sick with salmonella from baby chicks were keeping them inside the house and allowing small children to handle and snuggle with the baby birds," said Dr. Paul Ettestad, state public health veterinarian at the Department of Health.

So, Mom and Dad, how about this year we stick with the chocolate bunnies & peeps or better yet, donate to a local animal shelter in your child’s name. Majical Miniatures offers “adoption” packages. You make a donation to help care for the animal on site and your child will receive a packet with the animal’s bio, e- updates and even a birthday card! contact Jenna at jenna@majicalminiatures.org for more information.

GulfCoastGives helps raise funds for Majical Miniatures

Majical Miniatures, a 501c3 non profit animal rescue & rehab organization in Parrish, needs your help. A fundraiser has been set up to raise money to purchase a walk in aviary for rescued animals. The aviary cost $950. The fundraiser has raised $650 to date & will end on June 1st 2011. If you would like to help please visit:

With 200+ animals at the sanctuary they are in constant need of volunteers & everyday items. To learn more about Majical Miniatures please visit www.majicalminiatures.orghttps://www.gulfcoastgives.org/projects/133 to donate.

Wish List

We need you!

MAJICAL MINIATURES WISH LIST:
We are in constant need of everyday items here at Majical Miniatures. With over 200 animals living at the rehab center we go through a ton of food, cleaning & medical supplies every month. Our wonderful staff has put together a "wish list" of items that they never seem to have enough of, plus some larger dream items. You don't have to spend a fortune to help make a difference. A roll of Bounty paper towels or a trash can with wheels (Jenna said this is number one on her small item list), would be greatly appreciated. Every little bit helps! We have several drop off locations for your convenience.

If you would like to donate any of the general, animal care and food supply items from the list below you can drop them at these locations:
Backyard Getaway 2807 S. Duette Rd. Myakka City 752-7663 (Saturdays 9-2 or by appt during the week)

Bone Appetite 7630 Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota 359-1010 (Mon-Fri 10-6/ Sat 10-3)

The Daily Scoop & Grind 7262 55th Avenue E. Twelve Oaks Plaza, Bradenton 727-1117 (Sun-Sat 11am-9pm) 

GENERAL SUPPLIES:
Trash Bags 39 Gal., 13 Gal. & Contractor Bags
Freezer Bags
BOUNTY Paper Towels
TIDE Liquid Detergent
Odoban
Chlorine Free Bleach
Simple Green
Exam Gloves ( med/lg or 1 size)
 
ANIMAL CARE SUPPLIES:
Skin So Soft
Vet Wrap (2 in & 4 in)
Betadine/Nolvasan
Wound Care Items
Pedialyte
Critical Care
Heating Pads
Farm & Home Fly Spray
Ant Spray
First Aid Kits/Items
Blue Kote
Listerine
Baby Oil
Mineral Oil
Medical Supplies & Equipment (all kinds)
Fly Masks
 
FOOD SUPPLIES:
Hay - all kinds (call for drop off at Majical Miniatures 941-981-9121)
Jars of Baby Food (especially veal)
Almonds & Pecans in the shell
Salt Blocks (large & small)
Chicken Grit & Oyster Shell
Purina Mills Kid Milk Replacer (red lid)
Zupreem med & large fruit blend for birds
Zupreem Small fruit blend
 
MISC ITEMS: Large items can not be dropped off at all locations! Please contact Majical Miniatures at 941-981-9121 to drop off large items. Large Plastic Balls
Animal Hammocks – all sizes
wooden play towers/houses
large boulders (for the goats to climb on)
36 in Old Style Play Pens (where the sides go down)
Bird Toys –all sizes
Hard Plastic Swimming Pools – all sizes
Utility Wagons
Zip Ties
Tie Down Straps
Bungee Cords – all sizes
Waterproof Tarp
Heavy Duty Garbage cans on Wheels for Compost
 
LARGE DREAM ITEMS:  Ok, we know these are dream items, your cash or gift card donations can be used towards the purchase of these items!Tractor with 3 pt hitch for attachments
Attachments – front loader, bucket, blade, tiller
4x4 ATV
Gator
Forklift
Trencher
Walk In Cages/ Aviaries
5000-10000 BTU Room Air Conditioners
3000PSI Pressure Washer
Sheds – all sizes
Paddle Boat
Building Materials
Cages/Carriers
Plants, Trees, Grass Seed

WE CAN ALWAYS USE:
Vet Credits, Gift Cards for Feed Stores, Gas, Walmart, Target, Publix & Lowes and of course cash!

 *Do you have old stuff laying around that you are not using? We repurpose all kinds of items. Old boats can be used for the goats to play on. Baby toys can be used for most of the animals. Baskets and wood items are enjoyed by the prairie dogs. Just use your imagination & give us a call at 941-981-9121
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We need you!

Jack

At Majical Miniatures, we take in exotic, farm and wild animals for all sorts of reasons. Some are injured or abandoned, others neglected or their families simply cannot care for them any more. Whatever the reason, we pride ourselves on giving every animal that comes through our door the best possible care. It does not matter if they are here for a short visit before finding their forever home, released back into their natural wild habitat or if they are here to stay, we love them all. Providing food, shelter and medical care for these animals is expensive. That is why we need you!

 You can help by volunteering, donating or simply spreading the word. You do not have to be an animal expert to volunteer; all you need is a love of animals and a desire to help. You can choose to help directly with the animals by cleaning cages, feeding and spending time with them or you could help with yard and maintenance work. If you would like to find out more about volunteering visit our website: 

Richie



We understand that not everyone has the time to volunteer so we offer an alternative way to help...shopping! We have partnered with RSPetc.com, a local Bradenton business who sells fun jewelry items (enter code “mini” at checkout and Majical Miniatures will receive 50% of your total purchase cost ); YoungAgain, an all natural pet food manufacturer and Zazzle.com/majiminis our very own store where you can purchase mugs, t-shirts and more with our logo. What better way to show your support! A portion of each purchase is donated directly to Majical Miniatures. Of course, if shopping is not your thing then you can simply visit our website to donate using paypal or donate at connecttocharity.com where you can watch our progress in reaching our fundraising goal.

The simplest way to show your support without spending a dime is to share with your friends. The more people that know about Majical Miniatures the more animals we can help. We have made it easy for you to share with everyone you know through our website, facebook, twitter, merchantcircle, blogger and soon a youtube channel and monthly e-newsletter!

Welcome...

Welcome to the new blog for Majical Miniatures. From time to time we will be sharing stories of rescued animals, updating you about our new Education Center that is opening soon, talk about animal welfare in general, invite you to our events & let you know how you can help save a wild, exotic and/or farm animal. Oh & our very own Chewy will be putting in his two cents too! Please check back often & be sure to click on the links to the right to visit our website & facebook pages!