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From: Born Free USA Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Fri, Apr 4, 2008 at 4:37 PM
Subject: Victory for Lynx / Our New Blog

Alerts at a Glance:

* Court Rules in Favor of Threatened Lynx — Judge says MN Trapping Program Violates ESA
- Fantastic News! This week’s ruling by a federal judge orders MN to ensure that no further lynx are captured by trapping activities within core lynx habitat.

* We’ve Launched a New Blog!
- Be sure to check out our blog for regular, incisive, up-to-the-minute commentary on issues affecting wild animals in need, both in the USA and around the world.

* Help Us Help Animals
** Make a Donation: Please consider a contribution in support of our 2008 campaigns and programs. Your gift will help us make a difference for countless animals this year.

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From: Born Free USA Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Feb 8, 2008 7:48 AM
Subject: Speak Out for Sea Lions and Animals Used in Rodeos and Circuses

Alerts at a Glance:

* Speak Out to Save Sea Lions Along the Pacific Coast
- Submit your comments to the National Marine Fisheries Service to prevent the tragic deaths of sea lions.

* Help Santa Clara County Ban Rodeos and Circuses with Animals
- California residents are urgently needed to attend hearing Tuesday, February 12, and to write to Supervisors to urge ordinance approval.

*Other Ways to Help Animals
** Honor Your Valentine with a Gift from the Heart: Receive a free, organic, cotton T-shirt with your donation of $75 or more to our 2008 campaigns.

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From: Born Free USA Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Jan 25, 2008 2:15 AM
Subject: Help Endangered Dogs and Cats and Take Action for Animals in Pet Shops

Alerts at a Glance:

* Endangered Cats and Dogs Need Your Help
- Contact your Senators and Representative to encourage funding for the conservation of wild cat and dog species in developing countries.

* Update: African Grey Parrots Get a Second Chance at Freedom
- Find out how your generosity has helped rescue efforts for parrots originally destined for the pet trade.

* PETsMART Again Linked to Mistreated Animals (link)
- In the wake of new allegations against PETsMART, take action to again ask that they cease sales of birds and other live animals.

* Vote to Help Prairie Dogs Today
- Casting your vote today can help provide much needed grant money for prairie dog conservation efforts.

* Born Free USA is now on Facebook!
- If you’re on Facebook, please add us! If you’re not, here’s your excuse to get online and find out what it’s all about.

** Other Ways to Help Animals
* Last Days for Dan Piraro’s National Bird Day Designs: Time is running out to pick up Dan Piraro’s National Bird Day designs, featuring the work of the creator of the popular, nationally syndicated “Bizarro” comic.
* Make a Donation: Please consider a contribution in support of our 2008 campaigns and programs. Your gift will help us make a difference for countless animals this year.

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From: API Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Jan 17, 2008 3:28 AM
Subject: Help Protect Animals from Cruel Traps

Alerts at a Glance:

* Help Protect Animals from Cruel Traps — We Need Your Help Gathering Information
- The use of body-gripping traps has many tragic consequences, including injury to unintended victims. You can help us change that.

* Born Free USA Is Now on Facebook!
- If you’re on Facebook, please add us! If you’re not, here’s your excuse to get online and find out what it’s all about.

** Other Ways to Help
* Make a Donation: Please consider a contribution in support of our 2008 campaigns and programs. Your gift will help us make a difference for countless animals this year.

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From: API Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Jan 11, 2008 10:01 AM
Subject: Take Action for Birds and Tigers

Alerts at a Glance:

* Urge PETsMART to Stop Selling Birds — Diseased Birds Found in Multiple PETsMART Stores
- Contact PETsMART today to urge its management to stop treating birds like mass-produced merchandise and turn their temporary sales suspension into a permanent ban.

* Sign a Petition to Help Endangered Tigers in China
- Sign our online petition today, to urge the Chinese government to permanently ban the trade in tiger parts.

* National Bird Day Events Reminder
- January 5 was National Bird Day, and there are still great art show events happening in California this weekend in support of the birds. Or go online to view and purchase unique bird art.

* Born Free USA on the Radio
- Tune into Animal Wise Radio this Sunday to hear a bit about what we’re up to.

* Other Ways to Help Animals
** PJ Publications: Find the perfect gift for the bird lover in your life amidst a wonderful selection of animal-themed products — and benefit our work for birds.
** Make a Donation: Please consider a contribution in support of our 2008 campaigns and programs. We couldn’t do what we do without your help.

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From: Born Free USA Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Jan 4, 2008 10:08 PM
Subject: Countdown to National Bird Day / Circus Animals Need Your Help

Alerts at a Glance:

* Countdown to National Bird Day, January 5, 2008
- Check out our 5 easy ways to help the birds, and the many events happening around the U.S. this weekend.

* Circus Animals Need Your Help in 2008
- Find out how you can work with us this year to help bring an end to the cruelties circus animals are forced to endure.

* Helping African Grey Parrots Regain their Freedom — Photo update
- See newly posted photos of the recent rescue efforts to help African Grey parrots confiscated in Camaroon, Africa.

* Other Ways to Help Animals
** PJ Publications: Find the perfect gift for the bird lover in your life amidst a wonderful selection of animal-themed products — and benefit our work for birds.
** Make a Donation: Please consider a contribution in support of our 2008 campaigns and programs. We couldn’t do what we do without your help.

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From: Kinship Circle – kinshipcircle [at] accessus.net
Date: Dec 28, 2007 4:05 PM
Subject: ACT/ Death Is Price Of Freedom At SF Zoo

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12/28/07: Death Is Price Of Freedom At San Francisco Zoo

www.KinshipCircle.org

PHOTO: This undated handout from the San Francisco Zoo (SFZ) shows female Siberian tiger, named Tatiana, [who] managed to escape from [her] enclosure and maul three people, killing one of them. US media report that the tiger may have been helped out of its den by one of the victims.

news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071227/ts_alt_afp/usanimals_071227152920

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From: API Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Dec 27, 2007 9:40 AM
Subject: A Year’s-End Edition of Bulletin

A Dynamic Force for Animals

On December 12, 2007, API announced a historic merger. In a move that redefines the animal protection movement, API joined forces with Born Free USA to become Born Free USA united with Animal Protection Institute.

By uniting our two organizations we stand ready to become a dynamic force for animals in need in the United States and around the world. Our unique combination of vision, commitment, and experience means Born Free USA united with Animal Protection Institute will be a leader that the animals can trust — and so can you.

The end of the year is the traditional time to pause and reflect over the past twelve months. So this final Bulletin takes an overview of our 2007 accomplishments as API, and what, with your help, we’ve achieved for the animals. We face 2008 with expanded resources, expanded staff, and an enthusiastic commitment to protecting animals. As Born Free USA united with API, we look forward to exciting changes in the months ahead. We hope you’ll welcome this opportunity to continue to make a difference with us on behalf of animals, and that you’ll continue to support us with a generous year-end donation.

IN THIS ISSUE

* Putting an end to “a lifetime of misery”
* Going up against the big guys
* Coyotes in our midst
* Fur kills
* No more cruel traps!
* Victory in Washington state
* Farm transport
* A more natural life
* Acting locally
* National Bird Day: January 5, 2008

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From: API Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Dec 20, 2007 4:58 AM
Subject: Contact Crossroads about its Fur Sales Policy / Take Action for Coyotes

Alerts at a Glance:

* Crossroads Trading Company Withdraws from Consumers for a Fur Free Society
- Urge Crossroads Trading Company to reconsider its decision to withdraw from the program, and to allow fur to be sold in its stores.

* Indiana Residents: Your Voice Needed on Behalf of Coyotes
- Help spare coyotes from the terrible fate of being used in the cruel practice of “live bait training.”

* Other Ways to Help Animals
** Year-End Gifts: Make a year-end, tax-deductible donation in support of our 2008 campaigns and programs.
** CaféPress: Looking for a last minute holiday gift for a special someone on your list? Shop our CaféPress store for fur-free fashions, or choose one of our other stylish designs.

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From: API Newsletters – donotreply [at] apiforanimals.org
Date: Dec 7, 2007 11:48 PM
Subject: DAF People’s Choice Award / National Bird Day e-Cards

Alerts at a Glance:

* Winner Declared for Design Against Fur People’s Choice Award
- You voted, and the results are just in for this special award — part of an annual design contest to raise awareness that it’s never okay to wear fur.

* National Bird Day Holiday e-Cards Now Available
- New online! Be sure to take advantage of a great way to remind people about this important day — on behalf of the millions of birds around the world who are exploited by the pet industry.

* Other Ways to Help Animals
** NY Artificial: Get an eco-friendly Karuna shopping bag and 60% of the profit benefits API’s work for animals.

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