In January 2010 the Pet Care Trust awarded a supporting grant of $10,000 to the American Federation of Aviculture (AFA) in Austin, TX for development of the online curriculum 'Fundamentals of Aviculture, Level II". With the help of the Pet Care Trust, the AFA previously completed development of the Level I course, which provides a foundation for the emerging science of aviculture. The course of study covers a wide range of topics related to bird care, ranging from anatomy and physiology to behavior and how to provide proper diet and housing for birds. Benny Gallaway, ...

The DigiView CVIS PACS and structured reporting system was recently purchased by the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, N.M. The top-rated DigiView system will provide the site with image analysis and structured reporting with extensive measurement options for Vascular studies. In addition, clinicians will have the option to remotely view and edit images, as well as finalize structured reports anywhere with an Internet connection while utilizing the DigiNet Pro application. DataLink modules will efficiently auto-populate patient biometry from the site's ...

SEOKATZ a Chicago based marketing and search engine optimization consulting firm joined the ranks of bloggers today by unveiling a three part blog series titled Nip and Tuck - Noninvasive Website Surgery. The Nip and Tuck blog series will focus on noninvasive techniques that can help jumpstart a consistent flow of traffic regardless of where a business is in the process of building a new website or even if the business has an existing website. Specific topics that will be covered in the Nip and Tuck series are as follows: • Developing website content • How to keep ...

EnPro Pest Control, a Vancouver based pest control company, has launched its redesigned website to further the company's role in serving the community by solving all types of pest control problems. Common pest problems include, but are not limited to, bedbugs, mice, rats, cockroaches, silverfish, wasps, ants, fruit flies, and the live catch and release of squirrels and skunks. The EnPropestcontrol.com website redesign brings a fresh look to its already user-friendly navigation, and enhances the users experience with an easy to use "request a quote" page. A regularly ...

OrionGadgets is a retailer and manufacturer of cell phone accessories with over 10,000 listings available for the most popular new smart-phones, PDAs, iPod / iPad, and e-readers. The latest iPhone 4 accessory added to the OrionGadget.com online store is the Apple iPhone 4 USB Sync & Charge Rotation Cradle (w/ AC Charger). This charging cradle holds the iPhone 4 in both portrait mode and landscape mode. The Apple iPhone 4 USB Sync & Charge Rotation Cradle (w/ AC Charger) comes with a mini usb cable and AC adapter allowing it to be used from a computer USB connection or ...

Ludus Tours and Flocasts have partnered together to bring a once in a lifetime opportunity. They have teamed up for the London Summer Games, with the goal of providing the ultimate experience for the some of the world's most passionate fans. "We're excited to work with Mark and the rest of the team from Flocasts. They represent many of the same values we share - touching fans and athletes from a real grass roots effort and having a great time. Moving towards London, everyone who goes on this trip is going to experience something they'll never forget. We can't wait." ...

Experts and practitioners across the board agree: knowledge management must involve collaboration and engagement techniques in order to be effective. Using enterprise wiki, social media and other already existing tools might be an effective way to win over employees and build a reliable knowledge management environment. These tools, however, were never intended to work in a business or government environment and might actually hinder productivity. AHG, Inc. answers this challenge by creating _a href=âEUR http://www.ahg.com/absolutely%20knowledge%20management%20system.htmâEUR_ ...

In order to better serve patients,Colorado Integrative Cancer Care (CICC) has opened a second office location at the Centennial Medical Plaza campus. This state-of-the-art center will offer a myriad of specialized services to treat patients by integrating scientifically proven cancer care with evidence-based complementary therapies. The first location for CICC is at The Medical Center of Aurora. CICC was created in response to the increasing patient demand for integrative oncology - healing-oriented medicine that takes account for the whole person (body, mind and spirit), ...

The compensation needed to recruit therapists and physician extenders in the current job market is leaving healthcare facilities with the subsequent issue of salary adjustments to retain their existing providers, according to the most recent market trends published by The Delta Companies in The Healthcare Recruiting Standard. "Staff compensation levels are being adjusted because younger providers know they can demand high salaries in the current economic climate," says Scott Best, search consultant with Delta Healthcare Placement. In addition, healthcare administrators ...

Southampton-based Chris Lewis Fire & Security has completed the installation of an addressable fire alarm system at Naim Audio's headquarters in Salisbury. One of the most commercially successful, privately owned British audio companies, Naim Audio designs and manufactures world class hi-fi equipment and designed the premium in-car audio system for Bentley Motors. It has recently won its second Queen's Award for Enterprise. The fire alarm, intruder alarm and CCTV system at Naim's site has been maintained by Chris Lewis Fire & Security for a number of years, however, ...

Community National Bank of the Lakeway Area, one of the first financial institutions in the country to launch Kasasa , the first and only collection of bank accounts that actually takes an interest in account holders, today introduces the most innovative account on the market, Kasasa Tunes . Kasasa Tunes is a free checking account that gives consumers free downloads from iTunes every month. It is designed for those with a passion for music and media, who want to be rewarded with free downloads, including music, books, movies and iPhone or iPod applications. "For those ...

Matrox Graphics, the leading manufacturer of specialized graphics solutions, will be showcasing a variety of advanced multi-display technologies at IBC 2010, including a live demonstration of a unique, twelve display workstation powered by an M9188 octal graphics card and M9148 quad card combination. Matrox personnel will also be on site to discuss the benefits of our other innovative solutions including: -M-Series add-in graphics cards -TripleHead2Go external multi-display upgrades -Extio Series KVM extension units -PowerDesk desktop management software When: ...

The attorneys in the appellate practice at Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C. have a distinguished background and the respect of their peers. Noreen Slank and Deborah Hebert both have served the Appellate Practice Section of the State Bar of Michigan as chairpersons and council members. Slank frequently lectures on matters of appellate practice and is one of only a select few attorneys named by Best Lawyers in America as a Michigan "Best" appellate lawyer. Geoff Brown served the Michigan Court of Appeals as a judge's clerk before joining the firm. Collins, Einhorn's ...

Through the brutal economic climate of the past three years, most businesses have found it tough to grow and prosper - but Fibrenew, the world-wide leader in leather and plastic restoration, has grown by leaps and bounds. Fibrenew sold 300 percent more franchises in 2009 than in 2006, the year before the recession. Sales in 2010 are looking even stronger than in 2009, a trend that can be largely attributed to an aggressive approach and a flexible business model. Instead of cutting costs at the start of the recession, Michael Wilson, CEO continued to invest money into the ...

A new web site has been launched that provides free financial planning information for businesses as well as personal finance money tips through written reports, an interactive quiz, and online videos. Business owners can use the information at http://www.TrueFinancialAge.com to immediately begin increasing revenues, reduce taxes, and increase profits. The web site was created by financial experts Brett Kitchen and Ethan Kap as a public service to educate the public on ways to overcome the effects of a bad economy. The web site explains how to increase current profits ...

The recent success in iPad sales has led to a rush of iPad apps. A high demand for iPad app developers is the result of the rave success of Apple's new device, and iPadApplicationQuotes.com has created a service for connecting these developers and companies looking for experts in the field. For a business looking for iPad app developers for hire, this service is a beneficial alternative to other methods of finding professionals. There is no need to visit multiple sites. Just by filling out a simple form, three pre-screened, experienced developers will contact you directly ...

Harris Seeds has just published their 2010-2011 Professional Ornamental Growers' Seed Catalog. This 144-page catalog features annual and perennial flowers, cut flowers, growing supplies, and a selection of vegetables. Harris Seeds has added nearly 100 new flower seed varieties to their product line for 2011. Highlights include Begonia Gryphon, Dianthus Fandango Crimson Picotee, Gaillardia Arizona Red Shades, Marigold Moonsong Deep Orange, Pansy PlentiFall Mix, Petunia Easy Wave Neon Rose, Petunia Purple Wave Improved, Sunflower Dafna, Vinca Pacifica XP Orange, Zinnia ...

Cotton candy, strawberry, vanilla and chocolate in your hair, on your face, covering your fingers and toes. Sundae Spa makes it a simply delicious interactive experience and adventure without the calories for girls and boys. The brainchild of Kimberly Swan, a former science teacher and more importantly mother of seven daughters ranging in age from 11 to 23, Sundae Spa is about to open its doors on its first location on September 4th with a celebrity grand opening scheduled for October 2nd. It is located at 2457 East Main Street in Waterbury and promises to be the hot ...

South Florida based Capstone Industries announced today Eco-i-Lites are available In Hardware Stores, Specialty Retailers and Warehouse Clubs throughout the East Coast in preparation for Hurricane Earl as it makes its way towards the US. The Eco-i-Lites are multi-functional power failure lighting devices that turn on when the power goes out, making it easy to navigate in the darkness during a power failure. Once on, the light will last for over seven hours. It also has a built-in flasher feature that saved a life last year during a North Eastern Storm. "Our product ...

Europe's first-ever Cougar Cruise, April 16-21, 2011, will depart from Barcelona aboard Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas and visit The French Riviera, Rome, and Sardinia. The Cougar Cruise has been banned by the three largest cruise lines in Australia, and also by Carnival, the world's largest cruise line, in the USA. "We are pleased that Royal Caribbean will be hosting our European Cougar Cruise," says Rich Gosse, Executive Producer of http://www.cougarevents.com. "While it is perfectly acceptable for middle-aged men to date women their daughter's age, women don't ...

Barbizon, the leading Modeling and Acting Center, recently announced the winner of its 2010 Photo Shoot Contest with a Delias Editor. What happens when a typical seventeen years old girl enters a photo shoot contest and wins? She gets the experience of a lifetime! Desiree Urena, from Raleigh, North Carolina, was chosen as this year's winner of the Barbizon Modeling / Delias Photo Shoot Contest. "I can honestly say that the photo shoot experience with Delias and Barbizon has been phenomenal and life changing." Desiree and her mom were flown all expenses paid to New ...

As one of the founders of Cadre Technologies and a veteran in the logistics and distribution industry, Joe Peters is uniquely positioned to lead Cadre in all facets of its business. Joe has managed the operations of a large regional building materials distributor, run one of the largest suppliers of software solutions to the wholesale distribution industry, and guided Cadre through its early years of delivering software solutions to progressive logistics enterprises. He has a long history of building strong partnerships with users and promoting the implementation of innovative, ...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar will feature five handcrafted Napa Valley wines from Twomey Cellars and Silver Oak Cellars at a special five course wine dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, September 10. The dinner is $125 per person and includes paired wines with five courses (cost excludes tax and gratuity). Fleming's Prime Steakhouse is located at 25 East Ohio Street in Chicago, Illinois. Silver Oak Cellars has crafted extraordinary Cabernet Sauvignon for more than 35 years. Founded by Raymond Twomey Duncan and Justin Meyer in 1972, Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon consistently ...

Interview with: Hubert Keller, Managing Partner, Lombard Odier The ability to separate alpha and beta returns is important, as it allows specialised teams to focus on their specific skills, says Hubert Keller, Managing Partner at Lombard Odier. It is essential that asset managers concentrate on their areas of expertise. From a sponsor company at the marcus evans APAC Alternative Investments Summit 2010, taking place in Singapore, 27 - 29 October, Keller explores the best alpha generation strategies and shares his outlook for the future. What should investors look ...

Breeze Dryer is proud to be displaying their eco-friendly line drying technology at the Pennsylvania Renewable Energy & Sustainable Living Festival in Kempton, PA on September 17-19. BreezeDryer.com is proud to offer a variety of clothesline solutions to meet indoor, outdoor, and even apartment living needs. They pride themselves in offering the highest quality, most user-friendly line-drying products available and are excited to demonstrate these solutions for all to see. The Mid-Atlantic Renewable Energy Association (MAREA) is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to ...