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Hello Katherine
Happy New Year! I wanted to check in if you are still interested in adopting an Airedale from ARG. I would like to schedule the home visit if so. With COVID, perhaps we could meet outside of your home. I would like to meet you and your husband, do a home visit as remotely as I can. I think that is possible! Let me know if you are interested and would it be good to meet on Saturday or Sunday afternoon this weekend. Thanks Christina Prange
Christina Prange
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Get the new AOL app: mail.mobile.aol.comOn Thursday, December 10, 2020, 11:34 AM, Katherine Leibel
Hi Christina,With COVID cases continuing to rise, we’ve made the decision that we’d prefer to move our home visit to after the holidays. Is this alright? Could we tentatively put something on the calendar for the weekend of January 9th? Hopefully, things will be looking up a bit more by then!
Please let me know.
Best,
Katherine
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Jay DeMarco
12/10/2020Jay has also put in an application to Carolina Boxer Rescue.
After much discussion and review of his ARG application, I left it with Jay that A.) He should continue to pursue his efforts towards Boxer Rescue and B.) If and/or when (due to lack of Airedales in rescue at this time) an Airedale becomes available that ARG feels would be a good match, then at that juncture a home visit may be arranged.
Jay and his girlfriend/fiance’ are both working from home and it is his understanding that this will not change after the pandemic passes. Jay and Tonya live in “an upscale Townhouse community.” Jay has a 13 y/o son whom visits every other weekend. I asked if Tonya was on board with a rescue and his response was “she’s the one pushing for it. Don’t get me wrong, I want a dog too.” Asked why an Airedale vs any of the other terriers and he responded that he likes their size, low maintenance (!?), friendliness, trainability and that he wants to try a different breed. His father currently has a Boxer. Jay’s dog experience is with “Mini Pinschers” both of whom he said were rescues. His Mini Pins never had the run of the house. He described them as protective, being a “single owner dog”, food aggressive. They were always crated if they were gone for any length of time as well as at night. The crate would be located downstairs, office and bedroom are upstairs. He stated that he did his own training vs a professional trainer. He went on to explain when asked why his Mini Pins never had the run of the house that “they like to claim their own space and if they are allowed to do that, then accidents happen, marking etc. They tend to have accidents if allowed to roam free.” He further related that he has an Aunt and Uncle whom are judges for AKC obedience trials and that they are “keeping their eyes open.” Jay related that he “had a line on a show dog (Boxer) but didn’t feel that the dog was worth what they were asking him to pay. Jay has been without a dog for about 2 years, having separated from his wife. He is unsure as to whether Tonya has ever had a dog. (isn’t this something you would know about your fiance’??). Jay’s parents live close by and have an 11 y/o female Boxer. Jay wants a male to “minimize any potential problems.” He relates that he and Tonya run and walk a lot…”we try to get in 10,000 steps a day” and that he wants a young, healthy dog.
They have his parents and a network in the community to care for a dog should the need arise. There 2 schools across the street from him with fenced area that many folks use on the weekends to play with and socialize their dogs. The apartment complex from which they recently moved has a dog park, but their “upscale Townhouse” community does not.
My initial impression of Jay (not withstanding that he is impatient, expecting ARG to respond to his application submission immediately) is that he is somewhat full of himself. He apparently needs, in my opinion to invest in a trainer since he didn’t do so well with training his Mini Pins. Airedales are not low maintenance, and being that he lives in an “upscale Townhouse” I got the distinct feeling that whatever dog comes into his home would be an adjunct to the family vs a member of the family.
I will not pursue a HV nor call references as this point.From: Katherine Leibel
To: Kelly Imbody
Cc: Christina Prange
Sent: Thu, Dec 10, 2020 11:33 am
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Home visit – Reschedule?
Hi Christina,With COVID cases continuing to rise, we’ve made the decision that we’d prefer to move our home visit to after the holidays. Is this alright? Could we tentatively put something on the calendar for the weekend of January 9th? Hopefully, things will be looking up a bit more by then!
Please let me know.
Best,
Katherine
On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 4:29 PM Kelly Imbody
Yay!!!!Sent from Mail for Windows 10
From: Katherine Leibel
Sent: Thursday, December 3, 2020 9:46 AM
To: Christina Prange
Cc: kevnkell@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Home visitGreat, thanks!
On Thu, Dec 3, 2020 at 9:40 AM Christina Prange
hi – next Sunday is great! I’ll set my calendar for 12/13 at 2!Christina Prange
(919) 605-4563—–Original Message—–
From: Katherine Leibel
To: Christina Prange
Cc: kevnkell@hotmail.com
Sent: Thu, Dec 3, 2020 9:36 am
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Home visit
Hi Christina,Thanks for reaching out! My husband is getting his wisdom teeth out this weekend so it might not be the best time — what about next Sunday, 12/13? The afternoon, perhaps at 2pm, would work for us.
Best,
Katherine
On Wed, Dec 2, 2020 at 5:39 PM Christina Prange
HI Katherine, thanks for your patience as I was away over Thanksgiving. Would this weekend – Saturday or Sunday – be a good time for a home visit to your house. Thanks.
Christina Prange
(919) 605-4563—–Original Message—–
From: Katherine Leibel
To: Kelly Imbody
Cc: Christina Prange
Sent: Fri, Nov 20, 2020 9:12 am
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Home visit
Hi Kelly,Thank you for the follow-up message. I look forward to hearing from Christina!
Hope you both had a pleasant Thanksgiving holiday.
Best,
On Fri, Nov 20, 2020 at 6:59 AM Kelly Imbody
Good morning Katherine,
I have asked Christina Prange to do your home visit. She lives in the Raleigh area and will be contacting you via text/email/phone to schedule the home visit for sometime after Thanksgiving. We ask that everyone living in the home be present for the home visit. Sometimes our volunteers bring their Airedale(s) with them for the home visit if they are comfortable doing so.
Please check your spam/junk folders as you should hear from Christina within a couple of weeks. Let me know if you’ve any questions and have a Happy Thanksgiving.Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
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Phone Interview: Dianne Smitherman
11/21/2020
This woman kept interrupting me!!! Argh!!!!
Dianne just lost her Airedale last week…she said she died from a complication of anesthesia. She was having surgery for bladder stones. Her name was Sophie. Dianne’s brother found Sophie on the porch of a burned out home 5 or 6 years ago. Sophie had had hip surgery in the past, a tumor removed and a thyroid issue. She was estimated to be about 11 years old.
She also had an Airedale/Schnauzer mix in the past. I asked her if she has contacted any other rescue groups…she has not but admits she is looking at Schnauzers.
Dianne also has a rescue cat, so the adoptive Airedale would need to be ok with cats.
The yard is fenced with a wood picket fence. It is not possible to see between the pickets. She has a wrought iron gate and also a locked gate that the lawn mower fits through. I discussed digging in light of the fact that ‘dales are diggers, plus the fact that the ‘dale couldn’t see out of the yard…he/she may be more prone to digging. She stated that she has “barriers” underneath the fence. She also has an underground fence that needs repaired in a spot as she said that she may have cut it planting something.
Her niece, brother and friend all live close by and would step in to take care of the dog should she need to be gone/vacation.
She stated that the only time she used a crate was after Sophie’s hip surgery. She is not against using a crate and would use for training purposes is need be, but her wish is for the dog to have the run of the house.
Dianne is retired, lives alone.
I inquired as to the dog food that “she prepares herself”. She clarified stating that she dehydrates chicken for treats but gives high quality kibble with some canned food for meals. No people food.
Dianne would like a female, age 3-5 years. Dianne related that she would also be willing to accept an Airedale mix.She seemed a bit “flighty” to me. She gave me the distinct impression that she was quite sure if she was ready for another dog as she had lost Sophie so recently. I told her that I certainly understood. I suggested that she contact me when she was ready to proceed, if it was decided that indeed she did want and Airedale vs. a Schnauzer. She agreed. So we left it that she will contact me if/when she is ready to proceed.
I will contact her vet and personal reference soon.Airedale Rescue Group
Home Evaluation: Joe Abernethy
11/22/20
Neighborhood street frontage.
Lived in, but clean. Exterior is becoming tidy…he is roofing a porch, plans to build/extend fence so there is lumber etc. currently in yard.
Home is small…a double wide type dwelling. Laminate floor with a few rugs. Furniture is clean. Home looks lived in and comfortable for single man.
Dog will have run of house and yard once fenced. Covered porch will allow ‘dale to be out of the weather if outside. Previous Airedales were allowed on furniture.
Lady friend was there. She is involved with local rescue (all breed). Very friendly and accepting of my Amos that I brought along. Applicant showed me pictures of all of his past ‘dales…he loves them all! He enjoyed my Amos but stated he didn’t want that big of a dog. He currently drives a dump truck locally. He plans to take the ‘dale with him to work. Past ‘dales travelled with him and went to work with him.
No other pets.
My Amos started to rip off a branch on his bush…I stopped him, but applicant wasn’t phased by this. He related he would like a dog on the younger side so that he could train him…”you don’t know what they’ve been through.” I explained that ARG can only be as forthcoming as those that relinquish the ‘dale. Explained a long period of adjustment, patience, time, consistency and positive reinforcement is needed. Informed him that we would not adopt to him is he planned to allow the ‘dale to ride in the bed of his pick up truck. He stated that he understood…” things were different back then.”
He wants to be sure he is fenced before adopting. He said that he would consider a male. Would consider age range from 1-5 year.Joe is a good guy. I would be ok leaving my Amos with him. He wants a companion/buddy. The ‘dale that gets Joe will be loved.
Okay great. Thanks again 🙂
Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 20, 2020, at 6:53 AM, Kelly Imbody
Hi Jesse,
I spoke with Barbara Kahn. One of our ARG core members will be calling/texting/emailing you to schedule your home visit. It will be after Thanksgiving. We ask that everyone living in the home be present at the time of the Home Visit. Our volunteers sometimes bring their Airedale(s) with them if they are comfortable doing so.
Please check your spam/junk mail folders if you don’t hear from her (her name is Pat Hairston) within a couple of weeks. Let me know if you have any questions and am glad to move forward on your application process.Sincerely,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071Good morning Katherine,
I have asked Christina Prange to do your home visit. She lives in the Raleigh area and will be contacting you via text/email/phone to schedule the home visit for sometime after Thanksgiving. We ask that everyone living in the home be present for the home visit. Sometimes our volunteers bring their Airedale(s) with them for the home visit if they are comfortable doing so.
Please check your spam/junk folders as you should hear from Christina within a couple of weeks. Let me know if you’ve any questions and have a Happy Thanksgiving.Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
Sent from Mail for Windows 10Christina,
Here attached is everything that’s on her board. Thanks! Kelly
Katherine & Jon Leibel
katherine.leibel@gmail.com
1561 Fullerton Place
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-638-0783Christina,
After Thanksgiving would be fine. It would be great if you could do it as this couple is expecting a baby in April…! I think it would be good for someone who’s very savvy in their knowledge of the breed to visit these folks. I’ll let them know to expect to hear from you after Thanksgiving. Here’s their info:Katherine Leibel, Jon Leibel
katherine.leibel@gmail.com
1561 Fullerton Place
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-638-0783Thanks Christina! My phone interview and notes from personal reference are on their board. Let me know if you’ve any questions. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!!
Warmly,
KellySent from Mail for Windows 10
From: Christina Prange
Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2020 7:24 PM
To: kevnkell@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: ARG home visit?HI Kelly
I cannot until after Thanksgiving but i can after that.
Where is it – address? I can look at the location and see if there’s an easy peasy answer of someone who can do it.
Christina Prange
(919) 605-4563—–Original Message—–
From: Kelly Imbody
To: Christina Prange
Sent: Thu, Nov 19, 2020 7:12 pm
Subject: ARG home visit?
Hi Christina,Would you be able to do a home visit on a couple that lives there in Raleigh? Let me know either way and if you’re unable…do you have any suggestions for someone? Thanks! Kelly Imbody
Jesse gave me another personal reference so just spoke with her. She has known Jesse and his folks (who live in same neighborhood as Jesse now) since he was a baby…he is 35 now. She has known the family to always have Airedales and they love them very much. She describes all of their ‘dales as sweet and well behaved. She stated that Jesse’s folks fostered Airedales in the past as well. She stated that Jesse works doing something in television production and she has not met is wife but believes she works in education. Again, once things return to normal they would be gone 8 hours/day.
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Katherine Leibel
November 17, 2020Katherine and her husband Jon have been married for approximately 4 years. They moved into their home about 3 ½ years ago. It is a single family home. No fence. The community as described by Katherine is very walkable. There are side walks, a dog park in the neighborhood and throughout the neighborhood there are “dog stations” for disposal of waste and bags are provided. She describes the neighborhood as open and friendly.
Katherine grew up with 1st and Airedale mix that was a rescue and more recently, “Mookie” who at the age of 13 was put down about a year ago. Katherine and her husband have not had a dog together but she states that Mookie had extended stays with them the last 3 years. Mookie was not a rescue. They have not applied to any other rescue groups.
Currently both Katherine and Jon are working from home due to Covid-19. They anticipate returning to work out of the home when things return to normal. They are expecting their 1st child this coming April. They plan to crate the dog in the bedroom while gone…7-8 hours and if the dog is comfortable and behavior warrants, they would allow the run of the house.
Katherine and Jon spend their free time taking walks, going to parks and visiting breweries. They anticipate taking the ‘dale with them.
I discussed at length the fact that ARG doesn’t get puppies often and young adult Airedales very frequently. I expressed my concern for safety of the baby in light of the fact that many dogs come into rescue with behavior problems. Our mission is the perfect placement…we want to avoid rehoming a dog. Also discussed the need to realize it takes months for a dog to “settle in”. Time, patience, love and consistency are absolute musts when adopting. I discussed the rescue process and answered what few questions Katherine had. I expressed that the wait for a puppy/young adult could take time. She stated that it was ok, she just wanted to put her name in. She also expressed that a middle aged Airedale would be acceptable…both our concerns are that the new baby be safe.I spoke with Katherine’s personal reference. No red flags. They have known each other for about 7 years. She describes both Katherine and Jon as responsible and would make both “good puppy parents and good baby parents.”
My concern is that although it is uncertain as to if and/or when they’ll adopt that they are biting off more than they can chew what with a new baby and a potential rescue. My other concern is that the dog would be crated for an extended period of time once the pandemic passes and they return to work.
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Jonathan Newman
October 20, 2020Jonathan is a software engineer, working from home. He does not anticipate returning to the office. He has a 15 y/o daughter. He has 2 acres, no fence. He relates that he has had Goldens and Labs in the past. He currently has a 2 y/o spayed “Multepoo”. In our conversation, he didn’t appear too familiar with the Airedale breed. He stated that he wants an Airedale for protection, that his daughter wants a big dog. I asked him what other rescue organizations he has applied to…his answer was “none.” I asked him what he knew about the breed and he said that “they’re stoic and stubborn.” He was unaware of their average life expectancy. We discussed the lack of fence to which he replied that the ‘dale would first go to PetSmart for training then to Off Leash Canine for training with a clicker and e-collar. He also stated that he wouldn’t let the ‘dale outside until he was sure that the ‘dale knew it’s boundaries. I explained that ARG does not approve of/condone the use of electronic/shock collars. He stated that the ‘dale “wouldn’t get zapped, it’s more like a “contraction” correction. I explained in depth the Airedale’s strong prey drive, that they will often take the shock in order to get the squirrel etc. He wasn’t aware that the Airedale was bred to hunt small game/vermin. He further stated that training is a personal hobby of his.
There is apparently a park as well as a dog park nearby.
He made many references to money in that he has the money for training, he has the money for boarding, he has the money to have someone exercise the ‘dale if need be.
He would prefer a young dog (puppy up to 3 years) without physical ailments.
I informed him that many dogs come into rescue with behavioral issues that are exacerbated in the rehoming process. That a good 3 months are needed to allow the dog to settle in. That time, patience, consistency and love are needed for successful rehoming.
He further went on to tell me that he has a deposit down with an Airedale breeder for a puppy but a litter is not planned until Spring. He related that if we had a dog for him he would lose his $100 dollar deposit most likely, but that paying $400.00 for a ‘dale is better than $1200.00. “I guess I could lose the deposit.”
VET: Chloe the Multepoo is up to date on all shots. Was last seen in August of 2020. No red flags on the chart.
PERSONAL REFERENCE: Unaware of desire to adopt from ARG. Reference was not familiar with the breed…”is it a dog, cat?” Reference has known applicant for about 7 years. States Chloe was timid and shy initially, but now “seems ok.”Impression: I don’t like this guy. He knew next to nothing about the breed. I question his motives. I’ll pursue this applicant if the CORE members would like. I’ll forward and wait for advisement.
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Jesse Abramowitz
11/13/2020Jesse is well acquainted with the Airedale breed having grown up with 3…all rescues. He and his wife just recently purchased a town home after having moved from New Jersey in 2018. Jesse’s parents live in the same community, so will serve as caregivers and support in the adoption endeavor.
Jesse and his wife both work from home and have done so even before the Covid-19 pandemic, so he does not anticipate that this will change once we are “out of the woods” with all the restrictions and such.
They have no fence, but their community has plenty of green space. I informed him that his county does have a leash law, but I was not sure about his community though most gated communities do have a leash law as well.
We discussed at length that many of our rescues come to ARG with behavioral issues. I informed him that our mission is to place the ‘dale in the perfect home, that we don’t want to have to pull a ‘dale from a placement for yet another re-homing. I stressed this in light of the fact that he and his wife want to start a family and that sometimes the adopted ‘dale takes a back seat so to speak with the arrival of a new family member. Certainly if behavior issues were such that the ‘dale was dangerous/aggressive then that’s another story, but we want to avoid a situation in which the family decides they don’t have enough time for the ‘dale. He stated on his application that “…I strongly favor having the opportunity to raise a child alongside a dog.”
We discussed chipping the adoptive ‘dale if not already done.
He would prefer a male as he grew up with all male Airedales and just feels that he is more familiar with them. He would prefer a puppy or young adult and would consider up to a 6 year old. I informed him that we get puppies very infrequently, that most of our ‘dales that come into rescue are middle aged or Seniors.
I think (only having spoken with him on the phone) that they would be good. However, the fact that they want to start a family and adopt a ‘dale is concerning. I have reached out to their personal reference…have heard nothing yet.Airedale Rescue Group
Home Visit of Lynn Sucher & Mark Gordon completed by Patty Williamson
October 30,2020
*paraphrased from my conversation with Patty regarding her visitThe home is beautiful…clean but lived in. The yard is beautiful allowing for Billie to have ample interaction with nature. The home is on a lake, but is somewhat secluded. They have a wood slat fence that is reinforced/curtained with field fencing to prohibit Billie for getting in between the slats. She has an electronic doggie door and wears a receiver to activate same. Upon exiting the house via the doggie door, Billie has an awning to keep her out of the weather, the surface is astro/artificial turf. There is a large mudroom/laundry area that can be baby-gated off should they want to corral Billie, but she generally has the run of the house. Billie has her own bed, but she is allowed on the sofa.
Lynn and Mark are “awesome.” They are both very active and slim.
Billie is well-behaved, but crazy! She is the sweetest, nicest Airedale I (Patty) has ever been around. She settles easily. You can tell by the interaction between them that she is a true family member. She seems very happy and is very attentive. She is fed Fromm’s and appears to be well taken care of.Being that Billie is only 11 months old, and she truly is sooooo sweet, it is imperative that the adoptive ‘dale not be overly assertive/aggressive. Billie needs a playmate, not a boss. The adoptive ‘dale needs to be as sweet as Billie.
I would absolutely recommend Lynn and Mark.
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Lynne Sucher
10/24/2020This application is a “no brainer”! Lynn and Mark are experienced Terrier owners and lovers. In the past they have had an Irish and an Airedale. Most recently they adopted a “Whoodle” (Wheaten/Poodle) with serious behavioral problems. Their trainer told them that the problem was that someone took a brain and put it in a Wheaten! They lost their Whoodle to cancer at the age of 10. The Irish lived to a great age of 14, and the Airedale 13.
They had submitted an application a year or so ago with ARG, but decided they wanted a puppy and didn’t want to wait. They currently have an 11 mo. old spayed female whom they picked up at the age of 9 weeks. (I can smell the puppy breath!!!) Lynne states Billie weighs about 65 lbs. right now.
Lynn describes “Billie” as the sweetest dog. Not an aggressive or assertive bone in her body…she loves other dogs. Billie goes to the fence and cries when the neighbor’s dog is out as she wants to play. For this reason, they feel they should adopt a ‘dale…Billie needs a playmate/packmate. They take Billie to the trainer at least once a week for socialization.
They are fenced. Retired, so minimal time alone. Trainer works using positive reinforcement. Lynne and Mark are active, doing a lot of hiking so want/plan to take both with them when able.
They would prefer a younger adult ‘dale just to keep up with Billie. They don’t want an aggressive dog. The ‘dale needs to get along well with other dogs.VET:
Billie is up to date on all shots. Was recently seen in the summer as she ate a Tide pod!PERSONAL REFERENCE:
Has known Lynne since Kindergarten. She states that though she doesn’t see Lynne that often as she lives in VA, Billie is a happy and well-behaved ‘dale…for an 11 month old! She called her Billie the Wild One! She states she is getting big!
