Momoe came to Apple Wood a sickly and skinny sugar glider. He was found as the sole survivor of a group of gliders left to fend for themselves. Momoe has really done well with us, thanks in large part to a good diet and clean environment.

Sometime during the day on 5/16/11, Momoe likely fell from a hammock at the top of his cage. He is currently in ICU at Alameda East being treated for head trauma. They have him in an oxygen enriched enclosure that is being warmed. His blood sugar is low and he’s having trouble keeping his temperature normal.

Please keep Momoe in your thoughts. He will need them to get through this. If you are able to help out, we would greatly appreciate it. The bill so far has been estimated at $700 for the low end. All donations are tax deductible and will go directly to cover the cost of his treatment. Please visit our ChipIn to donate to Momoe’s Vet care.

Thank you for your support and love for the animals in our care!



Update on Momoe

On the evening of 5/17/11 we decided to let Momoe go to the rainbow bridge. He was having seizures and had stopped eating while in ICU. He had fought as much as he could but was unable to come back to where he was before his fall. We will miss him tremendously! Sleep well little one. XOXO

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Giant shout out to all that attended our Casino Night Fundraiser!! We raised over $800 for the shelter and couldn’t have been happier with how the evening went. Thank you again to BareCupboard, LLC for the fabulous food and for running the wine tasting! Please contact Terry at BareCupboard for all your catering needs!!

Some pics of Casino Night!

Prize Table


Yummy food from BareCupboard (Vegan too!!)


Wine Tasting


Gaming Tables


Event in full swing!


Thank you all again! Your support is tremendously appreciated! Can’t wait to start putting together next year’s event!!

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Meet Professor Charles Xavier! His mom contacted me to surrender him as there will be major construction happening on their house possibly for an entire year. She doesn’t feel it is fair for him to have to be surrounded by those loud sounds and dust for such an extended time. We have decided to try and place him directly into a home and skip the shelter if possible. If you are interested in the Professor, please let me know and I will connect the two of you.

UPDATE! it seems that The Professor Charles Xavier will go to his forever home in mid May. We didn’t make this connection but are very happy that can avoid the shelter and move right into another home. Congrats little buddy!

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Apple Wood Rescue would like to formally invite you to our 2nd Annual Fundraiser on April 23, 2011! This year’s event will be catered by Bare Cupboard and will feature a wine tasting sponsored by Wine Manager Patrick Brosch from Chambers Wine & Liquor. Games will include: Blackjack, Texas Hold ‘Em, & Roulette as well as lots of raffle prizes. We will also have a Kids Korner with movies and coloring sheets to keep the little ones busy!

Click picture for the official event flyer. Please print and distribute as you wish!


Thank you for your support! Apple Wood wouldn’t be where we are without the support of our extended animal loving family! Critter Hugs!

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We want to give a big shout out to TJ’s Chinchilla Supplies for the generous supply donation we received this week! Please support those who support rescues and shelters!

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Our awesome friend, supporter, and adopter, Jamie Glaser talks about training your chinchilla! Baron, who was adopted from Apple Wood, has been learning clicker training. Read the article and see the video here!

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Apple Wood Rescue will have a craft booth at this year’s Holiday Gifts for Pets and their People hosted by Tagawa Gardens in Parker, CO. We will be selling fleece items and hanging wood chew toys safe for all small animals and birds. Hope to see you all there!

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Here is our new custom vinyl banner furnished by



The process was simple and the banner was produced very quickly after our design was submitted. Thanks to Jared Kirby for contacting us for this great offer!

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Let’s all help Rio get to her fur-ever home in South Carolina!



We are planning the transfer for the beginning of October. Help us collect enough money for the drive from Denver! Donate specifically for Rio’s transfer here!

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On Saturday August 21st we took in 11 Syrian Hamsters! They are all a little beat up as these solitary creatures were left together too long. After some TLC and a Vet visit, they should be up for adoption in mid September! Check back soon!

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