Hey everyone! 👋

Just a quick update: The bug has unfortunately hit our team, and we’re working with a skeleton crew today. We’ve decided to close for the afternoon so everyone can go home and get better.

We’re really sorry for the inconvenience—we know it’s a bummer! We appreciate your patience and can’t wait to see you tomorrow during normal hours. ❤️

❄️ Update: Our Christmas and New Year 2025 operating times are now live.

Includes essential info on out-of-hours help to ensure you stay supported throughout the break.

Read more here: https://www.apesnews.org.uk/christmas-new-year-opening-hours-2025/

#APESNews #HolidayHours #ServiceUpdate #2025

Please note: Some systems may be temporarily offline during deployment. We are working to complete this ASAP. Thank you for your patience.

#APESPetCare #TechUpdate #ExoticPets #ServiceAlert

Big news for the APES community! The new MyAPES portal is here to make managing your relationship with us smoother than ever. 🤝

We've introduced a secure login system that turns MyAPES into your true central hub. You can now:
✅ Register or update all your personal and contact details.
✅ Securely access our Stripe billing portals to manage payments & subscriptions.

It’s about giving you control. Tap the link to read the full announcement and explore: https://www.apesnews.org.uk/introducing-the-new-myapes-manage-your-details-online/

#MyAPES

📢 SERVICE ALERT: A number of our key services, including APES Social and the National Exotics Database (NED), are temporarily unavailable this evening (24 Oct) due to essential maintenance.

Our team is working to restore services ASAP. Thank you for your patience.

Full details: https://www.apesnews.org.uk/service-disruption-notice-key-apes-services-offline-this-evening/

#APES #APESNews #ServiceAlert #Maintenance #Offline

We’ve published our new Mission & Transparency page. It outlines how APES rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes exotic pets, promotes education & responsible ownership, and how we keep our community informed. Additional mission sections (welfare, outreach, volunteers, community support) are coming soon.
🔗 https://www.apesnews.org.uk/our-commitment-to-transparency/ #APES #Transparency #AnimalWelfare #Rescue #Nonprofit

Process update 📝

Our Volunteer & Student Placement application forms are not integrated with our main database (they don’t auto-sync). This helps us keep reviews consistent and the process simple.

Learn more: https://www.apesnews.org.uk/volunteer-student-placement-applications-just-got-simpler/

#Volunteering #StudentPlacements #Nonprofit

🚨 Service Update 🚨We’re short-staffed right now, so replies may take longer than usual. Thanks for your patience as we continue caring for animals 🐾💙👉 Message us: www.apes.org.uk#AnimalWelfare #SupportLocal #APESUK

Heads-up! We've resolved the issue with our volunteer sign-up form. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience. If you tried to apply and ran into trouble, please try again at https://www.associationofprotectingexoticspecies.org.uk/volunteer. We value your interest and look forward to welcoming you to the team.
#APESCIC #Volunteer #Community #HelpOurCause

🔧 The MyAPES Portal will be offline at the end of September for scheduled maintenance. This is temporary while we update the system. More info here: https://www.apesnews.org.uk/p/e01bc806-28f3-4902-b1ed-f39ad8dd6caf/

#APESUpdate #MyAPES #Maintenance

📰 Exciting news! The latest edition of APES Times is now available for you to read! From new adoptions to updates on our systems and websites, it's all in there. Check it out now: https://zurl.co/drGG6 🐾 #APES #APESNews #APESTimes #Updates #Adoptions #AnimalRescue

🔍📏 Looking for guidance on enclosure size requirements? Check out our new help page on APES NED! 🐾🏠 #EnclosureSize #APESNED #AnimalWelfare #Informative #MakeTheRightChoice 🌿 Visit https://zurl.co/f0N9z for more information. 📝👀

🚨 Urgent call for volunteers! 🚨 We need your help to save exotic species this week. If you can spare some time, please sign up at the link below. Together, we can make a difference! 🌿🦜 #Volunteer #SaveTheAnimals #APESNews #UrgentAppeal 🐾

Link: https://zurl.co/R84xk

🌟 Help us make a difference! 🌟 We are in urgent need of equipment donations at APES Shelter & Rescue to provide the best care for our exotic friends. Your donations can directly impact their lives! 💚 From enrichment toys to habitat supplies, every little bit helps. 🙏 Learn more about what we need and how you can contribute here: https://zurl.co/71HRo Help Us Make a Difference 🦜🐾 Thank you for being a part of our mission! #SupportExoticSpecies #DonationsNeeded #MakeADifference

🐍🥚 Exciting news! Check out our latest article on APES Exotics about Phantom Birthing with Egg Baring Snakes. Learn all about the causes, complications, and challenges of this fascinating phenomenon. 📖🔍 Visit the link to read the full article: https://zurl.co/mRsCc #APESExotics #SnakePhantomBirth #EggBaringSnakes #WildlifeResearch #ScienceArticle 🦎📚

🦎☀️ Keep your reptile hydrated this summer with our free guide! Learn all the tips and tricks to ensure your scaly friend stays healthy and happy. Download now at https://zurl.co/A38ii 🌿🌊 #ReptileCare #SummerHydration #FreeGuide #HealthyPets #StayHydrated

🐶🐾 Exciting news for all dog owners! 🎉 Our Pet Care Clinic Dogs Section now offers Ear and Teeth Cleaning Services! Keep your furry friends healthy and happy with our new services. Visit our website for more information: https://zurl.co/or2OO 🦷👂 #PetCare #DogHealth #EarCleaning #TeethCleaning #HappyPets #HealthyPets 🐕🐩

📰 Exciting news! 🗞 Check out the latest edition of APES Times for all the latest updates and stories. 🌍 Visit https://zurl.co/UZLOO to read now! #APES #News #LatestEdition #StayInformed 📝📚

Exciting news! 🌟 Join our new enterprise mailing list to stay updated on all things related to exotic animals at our school/college/university/charity 🦁🐯🐒 Don't miss out on the latest updates and opportunities to get involved! #ExoticAnimals #Education #Conservation #JoinUs 📧🐾 Sign up here: https://zurl.co/qhWXJ 🌿🌍

🎉 Exciting news! 🐾 Our Exotic Animal Shelter and Rescue website has been updated with new features and information. Check it out at https://zurl.co/4kjyC 🦜🐍 #ExoticAnimals #AnimalRescue #WebsiteUpdate #CheckItOut #SaveTheAnimals 🐾🌟
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