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IPS Annual Raffle

 

Volume -- V Issue -- I - January/February 1996

Documentary Photograph -- Baby Yellow Face Parrotlets (Forpus xanthops) Courtesy: The Parrotlet Ranch

Letter from the Editor -- Author Robert Molenda -- Survey information and upcoming elections
Letter to the Editor -- Author Melissa Tripp -- Sending photographs
Letter to the Editor -- New product advice
Biting Problems -- Author TammyEwing -- Some tips on dealing with biting problems in pet parrotlets
IPS Meeting at IAS Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Report on members' meeting held at the International Aviculturists Society's convention
My Tiny and Woody -- Author Jane Wolford -- First-time breeding experiences
My Kozmo -- Author Beth Zanzig -- Behavioral questions regarding a pet Pacific
1996 IPS Officer Elections -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Open nominations for IPS officers
Tidbit and Morse -- Author Charlene Sklaney -- How to deal with two bonded brothers
1996 IAS Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, CAS -- Covering the convention
Did You Know? A report on vitamin toxicity
IPS 1995 Membership Survey
IPS Accounting
AFA In Brief January 1996
AFA In Brief February 1996
Shorties -
Parrotlet lifespan; feather removal by mate
Training Tips For A Young Parrotlet

Volume -- V Issue -- II -March/April 1996

Documentary Photograph -- Female Yellow Pacific Mutation Parrotlet (Forpus coelestis) Courtesy: Dr. Rainer Erhart

Letter from the Editor -- Author Robert Molenda -- Format changes to newsletter and survey information
Letter to the Editor -- Author Rosemary Catanzaro -- Comments on new column; raffle ideas
Letter to the Editor -- Author Holly Kuhns -- Thanks to IPS
Letter to the Editor -- Author Barbara Buckleman -- Thanks to IPS and questions on format
Letter to the Editor -- Author Barbara Kurts -- Raffle support and comments on new column
1996 Officer Elections -- Author .Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Some tips on dealing with biting problems in pet parrotlets
Looking for Feather Plucking Advice -- Author Kitty Tennis -- Problems with a feather-plucking parrotlet
Help with Our Breeding Pairs -- Author Joyce Bartram -- How to get a traumatized pair of Pacifics to breed
IPS Holds a Raffle -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- How you can help IPS' first fund-raiser a success
The Story of Levi McMartin -- Author Rhonda McMartin -- Experiences of a first parrotlet - from the parrotlet's view.
IPS Info. Booth at AFA Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Information on IPS' booth at the American Federation of Aviculture Convention
Unreceptive Breeding Pairs -- Author Norvelle Frings -- Problems with an uncompatabile breeding pair of Pacifics
Showing Parrotlets -- Author Robert Molenda -- 1995 show season results for parrotlets
Spring Fever in Pet Parrotlets -- Author The Parrotlet Ranch -- How to deal with behavioral changes in pet parrotlets
Infertility Problem -- Author Tomye Randal -- Causes and suggestions for dealing with infertility problems
Little Green Birds -- Author Kathy Lysakowski -- Answers to questions on keeping pet birds happy and healthy
P.J. The Dragon Slayer -- Author Sandee L. Molenda -- Story about an iguana-battering pet male Pacific
Off the Internet -- Author Robert Molenda -- Check out IPS' web site
Did You Know That? Learn All About Vitamin K
Registration of Mexican Parrotlets -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- IPS will now accept registration of Mexican parrotlets into its cooperative breeding program
IPS Accounting
Shorties -
What Size Bands to Use?
Breeding Your Pets!
What Does "M.A.P. Certification" Mean?
What Do the Initials "C.A.S." Stand For?

Volume -- V Issue -- III May/June 1996

Documentary Photograph - Pair of Spectacle Parrotlets (Forpus conspicillatus) Courtesy: The Parrotlet Ranch

Letter from the Editor -- Author Robert Molenda - Raffle, officer elections, survey responses and bulk mail changes by the post office
Letter to the Editor -- Author Helen Hawley - Feather plucking parrotlet
Letter to the Editor -- Author Nora -- Attending AFA convention
Letter to the Editor -- Author Robert Almy -- Follow-up to infertility article
Some Help for Norvelle -- Author Gail Roeder --Tips on pairing parrotlets
IPS' First Raffle -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary - Information and raffle tickets
Decoding USDA Quarantine Bands -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, C.A.S. - How to tell what the numbers/letters on USDA quarantine bands mean
Run-of-the-House Parrotlets -- Author Linda Waring - Unique story on living with parrotlets
Update on Stubby -- Author Suzanne Hood - Adventures in the life of a Pacific parrotlet
1996 Officer Elections -- Author .Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -Instructions and ballots for 1997-1999 officers' elections
Breeding Spectacle Parrotlets -- Author The Parrotlet Ranch - Step by step instructions in breeding these beautiful and rare parrotlets
IPS Info. Booth at AFA Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Information on IPS' booth at the American Federation of Aviculture Convention
Fourth Annual IPS Meeting -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Location and agenda for IPS' annual membership/board meeting
Showing Parrotlets -- Author Robert Molenda - What to expect when planning to attend a bird show
Off the Internet -- Author Robert Molenda - All about Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions
Levi McMartin -- Author Rhonda McMartin - New adventures of living with parrotlets, from the parrotlet's viewpoint
1996 AFA Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda -- Attend the event of the year the 21st annual American Federation of Aviculture Convention
Did You Know That? Learn All About Zinc
Registration of Mexican Parrotlets -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- IPS will now accept registration of Mexican parrotlets into its cooperative breeding program
IPS Accounting
Shorties --
Seed Warning
Correct Pronunciation of "Parrotlet"
Help ID My New Pair
Housing Pacifics When Not Breeding
Keep Your Bird From Picking at Injuries

Volume -- V Issue -- IV July/August 1996

Documentary Photograph - Male Green Rump Parrotlet Brazilian subspecies (Forpus passerinus deliciosus) Courtesy: The Parrotlet Ranch

Letter from the Editor -- Author Robert Molenda - AFA convention and membership directory information
Letter to the Editor -- Author Pam Alfieri - IPS newsletters for reference
Letter to the Editor -- Author Becky Lewis -- Young parrotlet owner
Letter to the Editor -- Author Robin Riley -- Promoting IPS
Letter from the New President -- Author Darlene Fitchet - Our new president sets her agenda and goals
Warning About Window Blinds -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, C.A.S. - Serious lead problems in certain types of window blinds
Always Lock that Cage Door -- Author Pam Alfieri - Sad but necessary story about protecting your parrotlet
Wash Those Fruits and Vegetables -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, C.A.S. - Tips on safe-guarding your parrotlet's food supply
IPS' First Raffle -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary - List of winners and how much funds were raised
IPS Membership/BOD Meeting -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -- Minutes of IPS' annual membership/board meeting
Traveling with Your Parrotlet -- Author Kori Hutson - Guide to traveling with your parrotlet
1996 Officer Elections -- Author .Sandee L. Molenda, Secretary -Results of the election
Levi McMartin -- Author Rhonda McMartin - Continuing story of living with a pet parrotlet, from the parrotlet's point of view
Showing Parrotlets -- Author Robert Molenda - Brief report on working with SPBE to establish show standards for parrotlets
Off the Internet -- Author Robert Molenda -Suggestions on finding bird links
A Matter of Patience with Parrotlets -- Author Tomye Randal - Finding strength while waiting for babies
1996 AFA Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda -- What happened at the American Federation of Aviculture Convention
Identifying Green Rump Subspecies -- Author Sandee L. Molenda, C.A.S. - Descriptions of three Green Rump subspecies
What to do with a Mate-Killing Hen -- Author Karen Ellett -- How to reform a vicious spousal abuser
Did You Know That? Where to find required vitamins in foods
IPS Accounting
Shorties --
Is it Okay to Pair Birds Who are Closely Related?
Why Should I Quarantine My New Bird?
Why are Parrotlets Generally Not Available?

Volume -- V Issue -- V September/October 1996

Documentary Photograph -Award Winning Picture! Female Green Rump Parrotlet (Forpus passerinus) Courtesy: Hal Matzkin

Letter from the Editor -- Author Robert Molenda - Christmas photo and membership directory
Miracles Do Happen -- Author :Louise Conover - Heartwarming story from the winner of the raffled pet Green Rump
IPS WWW Site is Back Up -- Author Robert Molenda - Check out the new IPS website
Letter to the Editor -- Author Margie Neidlinger - Thanks to IPS and what to expect in the future
Letter to the Editor -- Author Joyce Kleinsmith -- Candid opinion about IPS membership
Letter to the Editor -- Author Betty Sue Antonetti -- Description of typical pet parrotlet antics
Progress Report on Miracle Baby -- Author Tomye Randal - Report on caring for injured neonates
The Development of Miracle Baby -- Author Tomye Randal - Bonding with a young parrotlet
More About Andy and Alice -- Author Norvelle Frings - Update on pairing parrotlets
Helpful Suggestion for Overgrown Beaks -- Author Joan C. Myers - What worked for one person for their pet Green Rump's problem beak
EBBAA's Study on Feather Plucking -- Author Mary Ragain - Survey of feather plucking birds by Exotic Bird Breeder's Association of America
Showing Parrotlets -- Author Robert Molenda - Details showing categories and sections.
Bucky Remembered-- Author Laura McKinstry - Sad but necessary story about temperatures in your home and battery operated thermostats.
Parrotlet Myths -- Author Arlene King -- Beginner breeder of parrotlets ask questions about common parrotlet breeding problems and issues.
1997 IAS Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda -- Overview of the International Aviculturist Convention held in January 1997.
Extraordinary Clutch Size and Hatching Asynchrony of Green Rump Parrotlets Part 1 -- Author Steve Beissinger, Ph.D. and James Waltman, Ph.D. - Reports from field observations on clutch sizes and hatching in wild green rump parrotlets.
Off the Internet -- Author Robert Molenda -Suggestions on bird search sites.
Did You Know That? Where to find required minerals in foods
IPS Accounting
Shorties --
Feeding Schedule for Babies?
Abnormally Small Eggs?
Yellow Feathers on a Pacific?

Volume -- V Issue -- VI November/December 1996

Documentary Photograph -Sweet Pea on a Christmas House (Forpus coelestis)
Courtesy: Dr. Amy Beth Taublieb

Letter from the Editor -- Author Robert Molenda - Holiday reminders for safety
Letter to the Editor -- Author Dianne Albright - Peppers my parrotlet
Breeding by Disabled Members -- Author Linda Loerzel - A request for other members who are disabled to share their knowledge
Newly Paired Parrotlets-- Author Charlene Sklaney - Questions about pairing parrotlets
Showing Parrotlets -- Author Robert Molenda - Lists the SPBE standards for showing parrots.
1997 IAS Convention -- Author Sandee L. Molenda -- Overview of the International Aviculturist Convention held in January 1997.
Thick Shells Preventing Hatching -- Author Linda Loerzel - A new look at what can cause thick egg shells.
Thanks to the IPS -- Author Hal Matzkin, Zelby and Max - A thanks and a Dustbuster story
Parrotlet Toys -- Author Gail Roeder - How to build toys for your parrotlets with illustrations
Extraordinary Clutch Size and Hatching Asynchrony of Green Rump Parrotlets Conclusion -- Author Steve Beissinger, Ph.D. and James Waltman, Ph.D. - Reports from field observations on clutch sizes and hatching in wild green rump parrotlets.
Causes if Death or Abnormality in Embryos -- Author Ritchie, Harrison and Harrison - A breakdown of egg deaths or abnormalities by egg trimester
Did You Know That? Some toxic substances around your home
IPS Accounting
Shorties --
Nervious Parrotlet
Parrotlet Play Pen
 

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