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About Mike

Michael Welsh holds an Associate Degree of Applied Science in the Field of Parks, Recreation, and Wildlife from Muskingum Tech (now called Zane State College) and a Bachelor's of Science in the field of Biology from Muskingum College (now called Muskingum University). Michael began rescuing exotic animals and native wildlife in 2001 and is highly knowledgeable and experienced with exotic and native reptiles.  Michael is married to Deanne, a Registered Nurse, and together they have three children: Christian, Emily and Nathan. Michael currently works as the camp manager at Friendly Hills Grange Camp and Conference Center in Zanesville, OH. (Muskingum County)

An Article on Microchips

This is a very long article on microchips, so I am not going to paste it on my blog, but visit the link and read this for yourself. I know we here at the rescue are against the use of … Continue reading

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Exotic Animal Legislation Delayed

http://woub.org/2012/02/07/exotic-animal-legislation-delayed An Ohio lawmaker says his proposal to regulate exotic animals in the state is not ready to be introduced this week. Republican state Sen. Troy Balderson of Zanesville sent a letter to fellow senators last week, asking them to … Continue reading

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Balderson seeking co-sponsor of Ohio Exotic Animal Regulation Bill

http://www.usark.org/uploads/Ohio-Dangerous%20and%20Wild%20Animals.pdf TROY BALDERSON STATE SENATOR 20TH DISTRICT COMMITTEES: Agriculture & Natural Resources………….Member Energy & Public Utilities…………..Vice-Chairman Health, Human Services & Aging…………Member Highways & Transportation…………………Member INTERNAL MEMORANDUM TO: All Senators FROM: Senator Troy Balderson DATE: February 3, 2012 SUBJECT: Co-Sponsor Request … Continue reading

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Thompson Considering Legal Action

http://www.whiznews.com/content/news/local/2012/02/07/thompson-considering-legal-action The widow of Terry Thompson who released dozens of exotic animals that were killed by Sheriff’s Deputies is threatening to take legal action as she fights for custody of the five surviving creatures. The Columbus Zoo began caring for … Continue reading

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Marian Thompson’s attorney wants answers about exotic animals

http://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/article/20120207/NEWS01/202070302 ZANESVILLE — Marian Thompson will seek legal action to exert her rights as owner of the five remaining animals from October’s exotic animal release if the Ohio Department of Agriculture does not respond to a letter from her attorney … Continue reading

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Sen. Balderson hopes his exotic animal plan helps local Ohio preserves

http://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/article/20120205/NEWS01/202050302 BLACKLICK — State Sen. Troy Balderson will be introducing legislation Tuesday that is a milder form of a ban on exotic animals than the one a state task force recommended. He hopes his legislation will help save places such … Continue reading

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Zanesville Senator Proposing New Exotic Animal Legislation

http://woub.org/2012/02/06/zanesville-senator-proposing-new-exotic-animal-legislation Zanesville Senator Proposing New Exotic Animal Legislation By Fred Kight Published Mon, Feb 6, 2012 12:23 pm Dateline Columbus, OH State Senator Troy Balderson of Zanesville is proposing legislation that would allow owners of lions, bears, gorillas and other … Continue reading

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Ohio proposal would ban owners from buying exotic animals, create new caging requirements

http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/ohio-proposal-would-ban-owners-from-buying-exotic-animals-current-pets-ok-with-restrictions/2012/02/03/gIQAzVMonQ_story.html By Associated Press, COLUMBUS, Ohio — Proposed legislation in Ohio would ban the purchase of lions, bears and other exotic animals, but current owners of the dangerous wildlife would be allowed to keep them as pets if they meet … Continue reading

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The Truth About HSUS

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The Darkside of HSUS – Part 2

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