[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Airedale Rescue Group
Phone interview: Caroline Dyess
8/1/20
Caroline and her husband AJ are both 25 yrs. old, live in an apartment on the 3 floor and currently have no children. Caroline grew up with an Airedale and Welsh Terriers. Her husband just recently lost his job, so they will wait for a home visit as their living situation may change. They plan on being in their 2 bedroom apartment until at least January…maybe longer due to job loss. There is a dog run in their apartment complex and a very nice dog park about 2 miles away that requires membership and is staffed by “referees”!!!
She says she has permission from her landlord/rental agency to have a dog, mentioning that she has obtained a letter from her physician for “emotional support.” I didn’t pursue this with her, feeling that it wasn’t my business…?
Though she listed a vet on her application, she currently doesn’t have a vet, but a family friend works at the vet listed and she feels confident in this choice.
They would prefer a puppy (wouldn’t we all?!) but will consider anything 4 yrs. or younger. No sex preference. We discussed the needs of a rescue and she assured me that she was aware of the commitment needed when rescuing.
Caroline’s personal reference is her father. His name is Arthur Gardner. Apparently he has done some fostering and volunteer work with/for ARG? He lives outside of Atlanta and he is currently unaware of the job loss of her husband as she asked me not to mention this when I spoke with him. I asked him if he thought that they would be able to handle the challenge of a baby (if/when that happens) and an active Airedale, as it often happens that dogs are relinquished because of a new baby in the family. His response was that if issues developed she would give the ‘dale to him. He said that both were very sweet and caring people. He couldn’t think of any reason not to adopt to them……….

In speaking with Caroline, I encouraged her to wait until things are more settled before proceeding. They have a job loss, hoping to start a family with in the next 5 years, hoping to find a new home and I don’t know what to make of the “emotional support” statement. We left it that they would contact ARG when they felt the time was right and at that juncture we would due an update and proceed with the home visit.

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Thanks for letting me know. Kelly

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> On Aug 10, 2020, at 16:02, Haley Humphrey wrote:
>
> Hi!
> Thank you for taking the time to speak with me last week about the rescue group. Me and my fiancé have decided to go another route and actually will be getting a puppy here in a couple weeks. Just wanted to let you know and say thanks again for taking the time to talk to me!
>
> Haley
>
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[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Thank you Gary. These folks are in Atlanta. They’ve a Welsh Terrier. Absolutely you need to follow Covid guidelines. Though there’s no rush on the home visit, we would like to have as many approved adopters out there ready and waiting….for the perfect placement. Here is their contact information: Amber Jenkins
tribejenkins@me.com
704-728-3913
4740 Millbrook Dr. NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
I’ll leave it up to you 2 to determine when/how you can do the home visit. I’ll send you both a shared email introducing you to each other & you can take it from there. If you run into any difficulties/problems/concerns…please reach out to me. These are trying times certainly. I’ve attached their ARG application, my phone interview notes, and the home visit evaluation form. Feel free to keep me posted as to what’s going on throughout the process. Look forward to hearing from you and again…many thanks!!!!

Most sincerely,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071

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From: Gary Lee
Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2020 10:37 PM
To: Kelly Imbody
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Group

Hi Kelly,

Good to hear from you. I will be glad to help as long as I can follow some guidelines related to Covid and the potential adopters agree. I want to keep them safe as well as myself. Honestly, I work from home and other than the grocery store I am not out and about these days. Where are they located? How soon do we need to complete the home visit?

Thanks,
Gary
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On Aug 12, 2020, at 12:45 PM, Kelly Imbody wrote:

Hi again Gary,

I hope this finds you healthy and getting by ok what with all the Covid-19 stuff!! I have a family in Atlanta, GA needing a Home Visit. Is this something you think you’d be able to help us with? Certainly we want you to be safe, following the recommendations put forth regarding Covid-19 at whatever level of comfort you may have. Please let me know your decision, as my 1st contact declined. Thank you in advance for your consideration Gary!

Most sincerely,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
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[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Hi Juanita!
I know you’re really wanting to add to your family. Jana will be ready to go to her “forever” home soon. There are still some trouble spots/issues that the foster Mom wants to work on. Something to consider is that Jana appears to prefer women over men.
We will keep you on the short list/keep you posted.
Warmly,
Kelly

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Hi Haley,
It was good to connect with you just now. Here’s my contact information once you’ve spoken with your finance’.

Kelly Imbody
219-628-0071
kevnkell@hotmail.com

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Amber Jenkins
8/6/20

Amber is a stay at home Mom with 2 children ages 9 & 11. They have a 4 year old male, neutered Welsh Terrier named Winston whom they got as a puppy. Winston attended 2 weeks of boot camp with a trainer in Charlotte named Alan Wooten. They continue to have a relationship with him as Winston has developed a problem being woken from sleep as well as may be displaying subtle signs of resource guarding in that he’ll look from person to food, but doesn’t growl or snap. Winston doesn’t like the pool/swimming and becomes very excited running laps when someone is in the pool or the auto cleaner is working.
They have an iron/decorative fence with chain link in the wooded area across the back of the property.
The dog would be alone 2 hours maximum as she is a stay at home Mom. They are wanting a playmate for Winston and a bigger dog that doesn’t shed. Winston is social and gets along well with other dogs which Amber explains why they tend to prefer to kennel him when traveling vs keeping him home with just a person for company.
I spoke with the vet. Winston is up to date on all vaccinations. No one at the groomer remembered him and when questioned on this the vet tech responded “we get so many people through here.” Amber stated that they have just been vetting with them for about a year as they moved from Charlotte, NC.
In order to speak with the groomer I’d have to bequeath my Amos to them just to talk to a living, breathing person. No go. Too many hoops to jump through.
Amber has no preference in regards to sex. They would consider an older dog…8-10 years maybe.

Personal reference has known Amber for 7-8 years. She has watched Winston in the past and describes him as wonderful, plays well with other dogs and is good with kids. Well behaved.

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Haley Humphrey
8/6/20

I did not get a good feeling speaking with this gal. Maybe it was a personality thing…just seemed very cold and abrupt.

Haley is currently working from home as a virtual bank teller. Her fiance’ will starting a new job with Toyota/Mazda working one month of day shift and one shift of nights…getting off at 3 am. They are currently in the process of remodeling/purchasing a home from her parents whom live across the street with her younger brother Chance, age 13. Haley relates that they are going to be getting quotes/estimates for a fence as they currently have none.
I asked “why an Airedale?” Haley said that her neighbor has one and in her research she found that they don’t shed. I asked if the neighbor ‘dale was male or female. She did not know, but that she could ask her neighbor. (seems to me, in my opinion, if I were interested in adopting a certain breed and that same breed was RIGHT NEXT DOOR I would go out of my way to familiarize myself with the neighbor and the dog…what better way to learn about the breed?)
I informed her that I thought her estimate of $500-$700/year for care was a bit low. I told her to plan on at least $1000. I asked her if they thought they’d be able to handle that amount and she replied “being a bank teller, I am able to plan my finances.” They would have family care for the dog if on vacation or traveling as family is just across the street. Haley’s parents have a pool. They would be spending a good amount of time at her folks as they are so close in proximity. Haley grew up with dogs and her parents currently have 3 dogs: a Boston Terrier, a Chihuahua mix, and a miniture Schnauzer. Haley and her fiance’ have a cat that goes by 2 names…she said they couldn’t decide what to name him. The cat spends it’s entire life in the “gaming room” of her fiancé. She describes the cat as being skittish. She rescued this cat at about 7 months and told me that the “gaming room” is his “haven.” Though no vets were listed on her application, she said that she vets either at Village Vet Clinic or Town and Country Animal Hospital. The cat was most recently/last seen at Village Vet Clinic.
She has no sex preference. She would consider a 2-3 year old. She related that she doesn’t want an older dog for fear of its inability to attach/bond. I explained that the rescue/adoption process is stressful and that often we see a regression in behavior with initial placement and that a good 3 months is needed for the dog to settle in. I also stressed the need for patience, consistency, time and love when rescuing. At this juncture she said that she would talk to her fiance’ and tell him everything I just told her to make sure he’s on board with this. I told her I would wait to hear from her.

I spoke with her personal referene. He asked if an Airedale was a type of cat. He has known Haley since childhood having attended church together and now teaching in the children’s ministry. He describes her as having a “strong work ethic, putting her best foot forward.” He has known her fiance’ for about 2-3 years and it has thus far been a positive experience. He describes the cat as skittish and aloof, but does warm up to him after a while. He describes their neighborhood as safe. It is a quiet neighborhood with cul de sacs near her end. He noted that she has family nearby. He related that he always thought of Haley as more of a cat person as she’s always had cats. When I asked about her adopting a dog he said “I think she’ll be fine with it.”

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Good morning Laura,
I just realized that I sent a follow up email to your bellsouth email…ugh! Anyway, I’m just wondering if you’ve had a chance to schedule a home visit with Stephanie Campbell? If you two are having a difficult time with scheduling, would it be better if I tried to find someone else? Or, you may have already scheduled/completed it! If you’ve made your home visit would you send me a short, succinct write up of your findings/opinion? Please let me know if I can help in any way as we so depend on our network of volunteers and Airedale lovers such as yourself. I anxiously await hearing from you.
Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Laura,
Thank you so much for the prompt reply! Please, you can do this at your convenience, though Stephanie (the gal you’d be visiting) has offered to help us with ARG, so we’d like to get her moved along in the process. You could certainly put it off until next week…don’t want you to rush.
Here’s how it works (assuming you’ve not done a home visit for us and/or it’s been a while). I’ll introduce you to each other via a shared email. Then you may contact her to schedule a time that works for the both of you. I’ll attach my notes from her phone interview, her application and the home visit evaluation form in a separate email to you. Use the HV evaluation form as a guide for when you do your HV. We ask that everyone living in the home be present for the HV. I’ll remind her of this, but you may want to as well when you schedule your HV with her. Feel free to take your Airedale with you if you’re comfortable doing so as sometimes this can provide valuable insight as to how they interact with the ‘dale. Once you’ve completed the HV, just summarize what you thought/felt/saw & send it to me. (Word documents work best with our current site. ) The bottom line question we want you to be able to answer with a resounding “YES” is: Would you feel comfortable leaving your Airedale with these folks? If you can’t answer that as a YES, well, we most likely won’t adopt to them. Yes, it happens. We just want a pair of Airedale savvy eyes/ears for HV’s. Our goal is the BEST placement and we only want to do it once…we don’t like failures!
If you’ve any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me. And my sincere thanks in advance, as we (ARG) couldn’t do what we do without people such as yourself.

Here’s her info:

Stephanie Campbell
4104 Glenaire Way
Acworth, GA 30101
404-510-3411
steph.campbell22@gmail.com

Warmest of regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARG

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From: Laura Kjeldsen
Sent: Thursday, July 30, 2020 9:16 AM
To: kevnkell@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Group

Kelly,
I can possibly do it tomorrow or this weekend if that helps.
Please use kjelaura@yahoo.com and/or text me at 770-841-5161 to reach me faster.
Laura

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On Thursday, July 30, 2020, 8:28 AM, Laura Kjeldsen wrote:
I’m headed out the door for a bit this morning but I could do it possibly tomorrow or this weekend.

Laura

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On Thursday, July 30, 2020, 7:03 AM, Erik Kjeldsen wrote:

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——– Original message ——–
From: Kelly Imbody
Date: 7/30/20 5:22 AM (GMT-05:00)
To: kjeldsen@bellsouth.net
Subject: Airedale Rescue Group

Good morning Laura,
My name is Kelly Imbody, and I’m a volunteer with Airedale Rescue Group. Jackie Cash suggested I contact you in the hopes that you’ll be able to help ARG. We’ve a gal in Acworth, GA who is wanting to adopt an Airedale from ARG. I’ve completed her phone interview and we are now in the need of a volunteer to do a home visit for us. ARG depends on our network of friends, fans, volunteers and others with Airedale experience and a love of the breed. Please let me know if you are willing/able to help us. You are my “Plan A” and I don’t have a “Plan B”!!! I anxiously await your reply with fingers crossed!
Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG

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[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Jessica Sturm
8/1/20

Jessica is a cosmetologist/aesthetician. Her husband is a physician. They currently live with 2 Yorkies (males, neutered) and are looking for a home with a bigger yard. Their current backyard is fenced and there is an invisible fence around the entire yard. Jessica’s husband is allergic to dogs, so this is one reason that they would like an Airedale. She made it clear that she didn’t want an aggressive dog. She mentioned Zeke. I explained that it was discovered that Zeke had some issues & that he probably wouldn’t be a good fit with the Yorkies not to mention the fact that he sheds.
She mentioned that they would use a crate when not at home…she’s thinking 2-3 hours alone, stating that for most of the day one or both of them are usually home as her husband works midnights; one week on, one week off. One of the Yorkies is not completely housebroken as she mentioned that she/he sometimes has an accident.
They would prefer a male and would consider a ‘dale up to 5 yrs. old. They are not Airedale Terrier experienced, explaining that they would like a larger dog, that doesn’t shed due to her husband’s allergies and one that would be “protective” as she is alone during the night a lot.

I spoke with their groomer Alecia and she revealed that they are regular customers with the Yorkies, that she’s noticed no problems with the Yorkies and that the dogs are well behaved.
The vet contact was difficult and cumbersome. Too many hoops to jump through and never was able to speak to a human.
Personal reference has known Jessica for 4-5 years. She related that Jessica had mentioned that they were interested in adopting an Airedale. The reference had just put her Golden down this past November. She related that the Sturms are very caring individuals both for people and animals. She stated that they have a “playroom” upstairs for the Yorkies…”any dog in their home will have a great home.”

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Airedale Rescue Group
Phone interview: Caroline Dyess
8/1/20
Caroline and her husband AJ are both 25 yrs. old, live in an apartment on the 3 floor and currently have no children. Caroline grew up with an Airedale and Welsh Terriers. Her husband just recently lost his job, so they will wait for a home visit as their living situation may change. They plan on being in their 2 bedroom apartment until at least January…maybe longer due to job loss. There is a dog run in their apartment complex and a very nice dog park about 2 miles away that requires membership and is staffed by “referees”!!!
She says she has permission from her landlord/rental agency to have a dog, mentioning that she has obtained a letter from her physician for “emotional support.” I didn’t pursue this with her, feeling that it wasn’t my business…?
Though she listed a vet on her application, she currently doesn’t have a vet, but a family friend works at the vet listed and she feels confident in this choice.
They would prefer a puppy (wouldn’t we all?!) but will consider anything 4 yrs. or younger. No sex preference. We discussed the needs of a rescue and she assured me that she was aware of the commitment needed when rescuing.
Caroline’s personal reference is her father. His name is Arthur Gardner. Apparently he has done some fostering and volunteer work with/for ARG? He lives outside of Atlanta and he is currently unaware of the job loss of her husband as she asked me not to mention this when I spoke with him. I asked him if he thought that they would be able to handle the challenge of a baby (if/when that happens) and an active Airedale, as it often happens that dogs are relinquished because of a new baby in the family. His response was that if issues developed she would give the ‘dale to him. He said that both were very sweet and caring people. He couldn’t think of any reason not to adopt to them……….

In speaking with Caroline, I encouraged her to wait until things are more settled before proceeding. They have a job loss, hoping to start a family with in the next 5 years, hoping to find a new home and I don’t know what to make of the “emotional support” statement. We left it that they would contact ARG when they felt the time was right and at that juncture we would due an update and proceed with the home visit.

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Good morning ladies!
Stephanie and Laura, I’d like to introduce you both to each other. Laura will be doing your HV Stephanie. She will contact you to schedule a convenient time for you both. We ask that everyone living in the home be present for the HV. Laura may opt to bring her Airedale with her if she’s comfortable doing so. Please follow the Covid-19 guidelines at whatever level you’re both comfortable with.
Should either of you have any questions, please reach out to me via text/email/phone. Looking forward to hearing how it goes!
Kindly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Hi Joi!
Please find attached what we know about this ‘dale. Again, no pressure. If she’s not good for you, there will be a ‘dale that is!!! I’ll wait to hear from you.
Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071

You’re gonna be sick of me Jackie!!!!!!!!!!!
I just spoke with Joi Farlough. She is a manager for an insurance credentialing company. John manages a Firestone store. She is 15 minutes away, John 20. He is off 2 ½ days/week. She is officially working from home…her position and schedule are very fluid/flexible. She told me she really only goes into work/office to break up the monotony. That being said, she is available for training. I told her that we may have a ‘dale for them. I impressed upon her that there is no pressure…look over what I send about Izzy, talk it over & let me know. Also discussed the need for “perfect” placement vs receiving a call a few weeks out having to take the ‘dale back into rescue and the stress, unfairness etc. of that type of situation. So….I sent them what you sent me & now we wait. Kel

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From: Jackie Cash
Sent: Thursday, July 30, 2020 9:10 AM
To: Kelly Imbody
Subject: RE: Joi Farlough-Matthews for Izzy??

No. I don’t know how I overlooked that. 9 hours is a long time. I do remember they said they could work from home 2-3 days a week. Do you know what they do for a living? What do you think about asking them if they would be able to take a few days off to acclimate an Airedale? And ask if working from home 2-3 days a week is reliable and predictable. Which is it: 2 days or 3 days?

But, yes, you can send the info on Izzy explaining that Izzy needs the time and attention especially in the beginning.
Jackie Cash | 901-438-5782
http://www.airedalerescuegroup.com
Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/airedalerescuegroup/

On 07/30/2020 3:35 AM Kelly Imbody wrote:

Good morning Jackie,
I looked over Joi’s app. My only concern is that they are both gone working 9 hours/day. They say they both work about 15 min. from home, can come home at lunch for a walk, & she can work 2-3 days from home. I’m a glass ½ empty kinda gal…are they really able to get away midday? Is it really 15 min. away? Are they telling us what they think we want to hear? These are rhetorical questions I know. My question for you is can I send what you copied below to Joi if you want them to consider Izzy? My company is leaving this morning so if you need to call (if it’s easier to answer my question(s), I should have my phone close all day. Let me know what you want me to do. Kel

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Possibly a good place for Izzy. Called to clarify some things:
Joi is mgr. of insurance credentialing company. Schedule and position are fluid/flexible in that she is now offically working from home & thinks this will become permanent. She is 15 min. from the office & goes in to break the monotony of working from home. John is a mgr. of a Firestone Store. He is about 20 minutes away. Has 2 1/2 days off per week. See email below.

[Kelly Geren-Imbody]

Good Morning.
I will let her know. And thank you so much for all this.
Have a great day

Andrea

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> On Jul 28, 2020, at 5:27 AM, Kelly wrote:
>
> Andrea,
> Certainly understand! Did you /have you let Sherry Beebe know or would you like me to? Your application will be kept…when you’re ready, just get in touch with ARG & remind us that you’ve already applied. Let me know about Sherry. Thanks! Kelly
>
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>
>> On Jul 27, 2020, at 22:40, Andrea Cronin wrote:
>>
>> Good evening Kelly.
>> After a crazy weekend and discussions with my family we decided to postpone adopting until
>> next year.
>> We apologize for any inconvenience and time wasted on your part.
>> We would like to still keep our application in and be consider in the future when our Sophie is a bit more mature.
>> This was a hard decision but is the best one for now.
>> Please feel free to call me tomorrow or email back with any thoughts.
>>
>> Have a good night
>>
>> Andrea
>>
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