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Personal ref #2: Out of country. Will call me when he returns.
2/2/2025: Ref. has known McGuire’s since 2017. Well acquainted with Phoenix. Described him as the “weirdest, quirkiest” dog. Had such peculiarities. Phoenix gracefully allowed us into their home. He was weird about his food. He and I wrestled. McGuires have been through a couple of moves, lost a pregnancy and always kept Phoenix foremost. They are wonderful people. The kids were great with him and he with them. They took care of each other. Any animal that lands in their care is the luckiest animal in the world.Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Sam & Heather McGuire
January 30, 2025Sam & Heather live in Sylva, NC. They describe Sylva as a small town, West of Asheville, NC. They live in downtown Sylva. There are sidewalks. It is in far Western, NC. Very mountainous.
They recently put their 1st Airedale, named Phoenix down. In talking with Sam, he had just picked up Phoenix’ ashes that day. They have 2 children. Phoenix was their 1st “baby” and was about 2 when they had their 1 child. Their children are currently ages 10 & 7. They are not fenced. Their home is on about 1 acre.
They got Phoenix as a puppy from Diane Fielder in GA. They occasionally took Phoenix to have Diane groom him. Growing up Heather had Poodles; Sam had rat terriers, lab & English setter. Heather wanted a big dog and Sam wanted a Terrier…thus after much research they settled on the Airedale. Heather described Phoenix as “a great dog. He was high maintenance…needed a lot of training. He was the smartest and quirkiest dog.”
Both Sam and Heather have their parents (both retired) living within a 10 mile radius. They related that they were available to help with Phoenix.
Sam works from home 2 days/wk. (Tuesday and Thursday) Heather works away from home 5 days/wk. Both work for the local University.They have no sex preference. Would prefer a housebroken dog and will consider up to the age of 8 or 9. They do have cats, so the adoptive Airedale will need to be ok with cats.
Personal ref #1: Angela has known Sam x 15 years. They went to grad school together so she has known them ever since they got Phoenix. She described Phoenix as a sweetheart. Well adjusted, like to take walks. He was their baby and they prioritized Phoenix when their children were born, being sure to include him. She said Sam and Heather are great dog people.
Personal ref #2: Out of country. Will call me when he returns.
VET: McGuires were very good with Phoenix. Took very good care of him and he was current on all shots/vaccines/exams.
George and I had our home visit with Sean Treadaway this morning. We would definitely approve him and his home.
He lives by himself and works from home for Microsoft support. He lives in a very nice gated townhome about a mile from downtown Marietta.
He is a very active professional in good shape. A former marathon runner. Now just hikes.He had pictures all over and on his refrigerator of his Airedale that he had from three months that just passed at 12 this last November. You can tell he is still grieving.
His home is typical of a bachelor. Modern and not extravagant. Well kept and clean. Stone floors with rugs. The town homes are gated with about 4-5 individual buildings. None of the units have private fences but the entires property is gated.
You go into his building and then into his home. HOA prohibits unleashed dogs. Neighbors sent him condolences after his Cowboy passed when they realized they didn’t see him walking him anymore and word got around. We saw a note from a neighbor. He has lived in this townhome since before he got. Cowboy.We are happy to approve him and hope to keep in touch with him after his adoption. We go the dog park that is across the street from his townhome.
Feel free to reach out to us with any questions and please let us know how things progress. We are so happy to be able to help out with this process and don’t hesitate to call for our help again.
Beth and George Childress
770-309-7263Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Sean Treadaway
December 18, 2024Sean just lost his 12 ½ y/o Airedale named “Cowboy” on November 3rd…Sean’s birthday.
Sean has lived in his neighborhood for over 20 years and describes it as a mix of homes and townhomes. It is not near a major highway. It is pedestrian and dog friendly. There is a dog park a few hundred yards away.
The property is fenced with a wrought iron fence that is 6-7’ tall.
Sean states that he would prefer an older puppy (already housebroken as he admits he’s never housebroken before) to a dog of about 2 years old. He relates that he has an active lifestyle stating that Cowboy was his friend and buddy, that they walked, ran and hiked together.
Sean would also prefer a male. Does not want any behavioral issues specifically biting as he had a dog that bit and had to be returned to the breeder and was ultimately placed on a farm.
Sean works from home. Has family in the area. He relates that he had a girlfriend that had an Airedale and that when he thought about getting a dog, he thought that an Airedale would be a perfect fit.
We discussed how rescue works i.e. finding the best match. I encouraged him to keep an eye on our Facebook page as well as our website and to reach out if he sees a dog that interests him and we will do the same from our end.
Ref: Has known applicant 20 yrs. “Cowboy was a great dog. He was sweet, didn’t jump…just a super dog. Sean walked him, but didn’t take him to the dog park. He dressed him up in costume for a doggie Halloween parade.” This particular reference was involved in a mixed breed dog rescue for years. She describes Sean as a quiet, gentle human being. He loves his dog. She has never known him not to have a dog.
Ref: Has known applicant x 20 years. Describes Sean as being “a great person. He treats his dogs like family…they are his kids. She states that she served with him in the Navy and that she would on occasion take care of his dog. She now lives in NH and Sean had contacted her to watch his dog if he got deployed. He will not let just anyone take care of his dog.” She describes him as a great dog owner. He loves his dogs.
VET: Spoke with Vet tech. Cowboy was up to date on all appropriate shots. He was a sweet dog. No red flags on the chart.
Atisha Patel
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Hi! Bella was great, I approve 🙂Thank you,
Atisha Patel
(864) 642-8014On Wed, Jan 1, 2025 at 1:18 PM Atisha Patel
Also- would Sunday at 6pm work instead of 330? Just text and let me knowThank you,
Atisha Patel
(864) 642-8014Home visit completed and home approved for a ‘dale! New wood stockade fence with secure gates. Home is definitely dog friendly as Lynnley has a bed downstairs in the family room where she works from home, as well as food and water right there in the kitchen. A bed is also upstairs in her bedroom and water available in the bathroom. Neighborhood is very walkable, minimal car traffic.
Hi Atisha,
That works perfectly. Oh that sounds so fun I’d love to come check it out :).
Thanks so much!!On Sat, Dec 28, 2024 at 6:23 AM Atisha Patel
Hi Bella,How does next Sunday around 330pm work? Weekdays are tough for me but I’m pretty open on Sunday.
Also- we’re actually having a Charlotte airedale group meetup the day before at my house if you’d want to join! We get together once a month at a different house/dog bar – we have anywhere from 5 to 25 airedales show up. It’s a blast! It is on Saturday 1/4 from 10-12 at 3945 Langhorne Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205.
If you want to text me, that would be easiest to coordinate.
Thank you,
Atisha Patel
(864) 642-8014On Sun, Dec 15, 2024 at 10:34 AM bella montes
Hello Kelly,Thank you for your email. Atisha I appreciate you taking the time to do my home tour. Yes my move in date is Jan 1. So we can schedule something for maybe the following week. If you have any questions or need anything from me before then please let me know.
Thank you and happy holidays!
Hi Atisha,
That works perfectly. Oh that sounds so fun I’d love to come check it out :).
Thanks so much!!On Sat, Dec 28, 2024 at 6:23 AM Atisha Patel
Hi Bella,How does next Sunday around 330pm work? Weekdays are tough for me but I’m pretty open on Sunday.
Also- we’re actually having a Charlotte airedale group meetup the day before at my house if you’d want to join! We get together once a month at a different house/dog bar – we have anywhere from 5 to 25 airedales show up. It’s a blast! It is on Saturday 1/4 from 10-12 at 3945 Langhorne Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205.
If you want to text me, that would be easiest to coordinate.
Thank you,
Atisha Patel
(864) 642-8014On Sun, Dec 15, 2024 at 10:34 AM bella montes
Hello Kelly,Thank you for your email. Atisha I appreciate you taking the time to do my home tour. Yes my move in date is Jan 1. So we can schedule something for maybe the following week. If you have any questions or need anything from me before then please let me know.
Thank you and happy holidays!
ulie,
Thanks for getting back to me. I will put your application on hold. If you decide to pursue Airedale Rescue, please reach out to me and we’ll proceed with another/different contact for your reference. Also, emailed your employer, but they haven’t responded as yet, though for me that’s a non-issue considering your place of employment!! Have a Merry Christmas and a safe, Happy New Year!Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
kevnkell@hotmail.comHi Kelly:
I just learned that she has been facing some additional challenges, so we can postpone this or I will forward another contact.
I am reconsidering options now as well and may just foster for EENP (assistance dogs) for a while when I return in January.
Merry Christmas and happy New Year,
Julie
Sent from my iPhoneOn Dec 22, 2024, at 11:23 AM, Kelly Imbody
Hi Julie,I’m having a really hard time getting a hold of Lorraine Morrison (the 2nd reference you provided) I have left multiple text messages and voicemails to no avail. Would you please send me her email address and I’ll try that? Also, if you could reach out to her and ask her to call me that would be great. I can’t move forward with your application until I get this piece of the puzzle. Thanks Julie.
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
kevnkell@hotmail.comAiredale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Julie Nettifee
December 17, 2024Julie has lived in her home for 20 yrs. She describes her neighborhood as homes that were built in the 80s & 90s, smaller homes on large 1-3 acre lots. Almost everyone has dogs, some have sheep and/or horses. It’s a pet friendly neighborhood. Very limited traffic, but just down the road from a park with trails.
She recently lost her Lab-Terrier mix this past March that she got from the Durham shelter. “Phoenix” was 14 years old. She usually always had 2 dogs of different ages…always rescues/adopts.
Julie is a licensed Vet Tech and is employed at NC State College of Vet Med.
She loves the Airedale, but has not had one in past, though she suspects that she may have had a dog that was part Airedale. She has Airedale exposure through her work. She states that she likes their temperament. She is not opposed to an Airedale mix. She is able to groom them herself, but would prefer to let someone else do the grooming. She is very aware of the cost involved in having a dog.Whatever dog she adopts must be CAT FRIENDLY.
She would prefer a puppy/younger dog as she could train it to be cat friendly. She would accept a dog up to 5-6 years old providing it was cat friendly. Julie does pet sitting on the side.
Ref: Has known applicant x 25 years. Lives about 15 min. from applicant. Describes Julie as very knowledgeable and that she will on occasion call her about her own animals. She states that Julie has usually had mixed breeds & did have a Standard Poodle at one point that ended up being a foster fail. Julie loves her animals, she grew up around animals and respects them & doesn’t want to see them harmed.
MAX (2) PET PER HOUSEHOLD
Combined Weight limit of 85 lbs.
$450 non-refundable fee, per pet.
$20 pet rent per month
Breed Restrictions apply
No exotic Pets allowedSeleneatsouthline.com/apartments/nc/charlotte/amenities
Will arrange for HV after the Holidays
Airedale Rescue Group
Isabella Montes Phone Interview
December 9, 2024Isabella Montes is single, age 25. She lives in an apartment, but will be moving to a larger apartment on the ground floor within her same complex later this month. Her neighborhood is in what she called “South End Charlotte” on the rail trail. She lives near a park, can walk to the store…she said the neighborhood is very walkable.
She currently has no pet living with her. Her parents and grandparents live about 30 minutes away. Their yard is fenced and her parents currently have a schnauzer and a cat.
Isabella works 10 minutes from home, working an 8 am to 5 pm day. She gets 1 hour for lunch, and says that she could come home during lunch to let a dog out etc. She travels a couple of times a year for work. She works in construction.Her exposure to Airedales is a friend had an Airedale that was a really sweet dog. Her ex-boyfriend also had/has an Airedale.
I informed Isabella that I would need to see a copy of the clause in her lease stating that she can have a dog.
Regarding rescue, she doesn’t really have a sex preference though she admits she’s always had females. She would prefer and age range of 1yr. to 3-4 yrs. She cannot tolerate aggression stating that she is a very social person and a lot of her friends have dogs.
I explained that it often takes a few months for a rescue to settle in. She wanted to know if we do meet and greets. I told her that the logistics are prohibitive and it’s not good for the dog.
Ref: Was aware that applicant wanted to adopt a dog. Has known applicant since 2012. Applicant has watched her dogs. Describes her as very conscientious, the dog would have her utmost attention. Can think of not reason not to adopt out to her. “I trust her with my dogs.”
Ref: Has known applicant for a couple of years. Applicant dog sits for her Golden Doodle. She says that her dog loves Isabella and that Isabella is all over her dog. Says she would be a great dog mom.
Awaiting copy of lease clause.
Heather,
Airedale Rescue Group would like to thank you for your interest in and love of Airedales.
After reviewing your application and your preferences, we have come to the unfortunate conclusion that we are unable to consider you for adoption. We consider vaccines and prevention an integral and essential part of responsible and compassionate ownership.
Our goal at ARG is to find the best, most nurturing, healthy and permanent home for our Airedales.
We wish you well in your search for an addition to your family. We are just unable to help at this time.
Sincerely,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
