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Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Amber Jenkins
8/6/20Amber 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.
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Haley Humphrey
8/6/20I 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.”
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
219-628-0071Laura,
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.comWarmest of regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARGSent from Mail for Windows 10
From: Laura Kjeldsen
Sent: Thursday, July 30, 2020 9:16 AM
To: kevnkell@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue GroupKelly,
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.
LauraSent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
On Thursday, July 30, 2020, 8:28 AM, Laura Kjeldsen
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 KjeldsenSent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
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From: Kelly Imbody
Date: 7/30/20 5:22 AM (GMT-05:00)
To: kjeldsen@bellsouth.net
Subject: Airedale Rescue GroupGood 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, ARGSent from Mail for Windows 10
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone Interview: Jessica Sturm
8/1/20Jessica 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.”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.
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
219-628-0071Hi 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
219-628-0071You’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. KelSent from Mail for Windows 10
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
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. KelPossibly 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.Good Morning.
I will let her know. And thank you so much for all this.
Have a great dayAndrea
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> On Jul 28, 2020, at 5:27 AM, Kelly
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> 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
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>> 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
>>
>>Sent from my iPhone
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From: Andrea Cronin
Date: July 22, 2020 at 5:03:33 PM EDT
To: mcronin999@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Group
Good afternoon Kelly!!
Thank you for your detailed email.
We totally understand and knew this before we decided to adopt.
I know that when adopting it may take time for the dog to get used to all of us. And I also know that is truly a great feeling to work through the issues by being patient, giving support, care and love as a family and try our best just like we would for any of out kid.
The issues that will concern us are
Aggression, bad chemistry between Sophie and the new sibling that no matter how hard we try may become unbearable.
We would like a young dog so we can help correct any behavior issues and act fast and seek trainers that can help us with it., I feel is harder if they are older.
Thank you again for all, and I will be in the lookout for the email from the person that’s coming for the home visit.
Have a great eveningAndrea
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On Jul 21, 2020, at 9:47 PM, Andrea Cronin
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From: Kelly Imbody
Date: July 21, 2020 at 6:17:43 PM EDT
To: “cronin_andrea@yahoo.com”
Subject: Airedale Rescue GroupHi Andrea,
It was good to “meet”/talk with you the other day about your desire to adopt an Airedale through ARG. I’m in the process of locating someone to do your home visit, so keep watching for an email to that effect. I just wanted to remind you of something that I neglected to mention when we spoke that’s important that you and your family realize. Airedales (most any dog that comes into rescue) usually, but not always, come with some emotional baggage or issues. Some are fairly benign, others not so much. The bottom line is that we want all of our folks that consider adoption to know that it will take time, patience, consistency and a lot of love when rehoming. That being said, our goal is to make the best fit for the dog and the family. We don’t want to cause additional unnecessary stress by failing at rehoming. I’m sure you were/are aware of this when you considered adoption…it truly is the BEST!!! Let me know if I should proceed with arranging for a home visit. I just felt bad that I forgot to mention this. Please call/email/text me if you have any questions or concerns. I’ll wait to hear from you as to how I should proceed.
Warmly,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
Sent from Mail for Windows 10Spoke briefly with tech from Vet’s office. PWD, Sophia is up to date. They bring her in when they need to. HeartGard prevention. Very conscientious and nice people. No red flags on their record.
Airedale Rescue Group
Telephone Interview 7/18/2020
Andrea CroninAndrea lives in Johns Creek, GA which is a suburb on the NE side of Atlanta. She is married, has a 16 yr. old son, and an older son who is currently in VA in the Navy. They have a 2 ½ yr. old female Portuguese Water Dog whom they got as a puppy at 11 weeks. Her name is Sophia. Sophia uses her crate, not because she is destructive, (she does have a toilet paper fetish) but she was crate trained and it is her haven. So, she is slowly being given more freedom when she’s left alone for a short period of time. She is a counter surfer, so they have a gate for the kitchen. They’ve had interactive experience with Airedales via the local dog park and have come to like the breed and consequently have researched them a bit. The fact that Airedales are hypoallergenic appeals to them as Andrea is slightly allergic to some dogs and their son whom currently is away is allergic as well. They go to the dog park 1-2 times per week. They feel that the Airedale personality would fit nicely with the personality of Sophia and they would like her to have a playmate.
The yard is fenced with chain link and the latch is high up on the fence. They have a yard service and the technician calls to let them know when he’s coming and is very conscientious about shutting the gate behind him.
They vacation once or twice and year and depending on length of vacation, Sophia is boarded with the vet if it’s of short duration and at another boarding facility with “lots to do” if they plan to be gone longer.
Andrea doesn’t work, so she’s most always home with the exception of errands etc. Her husband travels for work. The 16 yr. old is home schooling due to Covid-19. He is Sophia’s playmate.
They would prefer a younger dog. Preferably a male as Andrea said that she’s heard that PWD’s prefer/do better with the opposite sex. She also stated that they were flexible as Sophia is very friendly. They would ideally prefer a dog under 3 ½ yrs. old.Personal reference has known Andrea for 7 years relating that their husbands work together. Personal reference does not have a dog. She says Sophia is high energy and rambunctious. Sophia prefers Andrea over Michael, her husband. She felt that Sophia really changed Andrea for the better. She can think of no reason(s) that ARG should not adopt to them.
Christina Prange completed the home visit.Hi – Sorry for the delay.
here are my thoughts. I would approve them. Knowing that they use invisible fence and always have for all of their dogs; they have only had female dogs. I don’t’ know if they’re open to male dogs.
Name Tanya Pictor
Address
City, State ZIP
Phone
Email
Size of Home [estimate square footage if possible]:HOME EVALUATION FORM
To the Home Evaluator: This form can be used when doing a home visit to evaluate a potential family for a rescued Airedale. Adoption or foster applicants you are visiting have already met preliminary criteria by having their Adoption Application accepted and have passed the telephone interview.
When doing a home visit, please attempt to get as much information as asked for on this form. Ask questions, where appropriate, and get as many details as you can about the home environment. Some of the questions on this form may not apply to a particular home so use your own judgment.
If possible, bring a friend or another rescue volunteer with you on the home visit. This helps both for the purpose of having another pair of eyes and ears to assist you in making a complete evaluation and for your own personal safety.
________________________________________Name: Natalie Rammer
Address: 117 West End Place, #117, Nashville TN 37205
Moving to: 5025 Hillsboro Pike #14Z, Nashville TN 37215
Phone: 972-415-4155
Email: nrammer1@gmail.com
Size of Home [estimate square footage if possible]: Current: 1,138 Moving to: 771 sq feet
Setting [check all that apply]:
Rural
Semi rural
Suburban
Semi urban
Urban
Wooded
Open acreage
Waterfront
Highway frontage
Neighborhood street frontage
City environment
Property bordering on park/fieldCondition of Home [check all that apply]:
Immaculate
Well-kept
Lived in but clean
Exterior untidy
Interior untidy
Exterior unkempt/poorly maintained
Interior trashed/dirty
Describe the home interior:
Apartment was pretty run down. Natalie mentioned that the dog that lives there now was really hard to potty train so the carpet was pretty badly stained. I think this is more a reflection of the apartment being old and her roommates dog than anything about Natalie. She is moving to a brand new place so, I’m not sure what it will end up looking like.Accommodations:
In Natalie’s new condo, the dog would be staying in a crate in the apartment when she isn’t home. There is no yard, but there is some green space around her new condo. Natalie confirmed that she would definitely crate train a dog, and agreed that it was the best way to help with potty training and to keep the dog safe. We also discussed that dogs like to be in crates as they are den animals. In her new condo, there were more paths and a bit of greenspace, which she was really excited about. Her new condo is a little bit smaller than the apartment she is in now.Children: NA
Family Environment:
Natalie has a roommate currently who was not home, however in her new place, she will be living alone.Life-Style Compromises:
I specifically asked Natalie about this twice, because she does seem a little bit young. She said that her parents lived nearby and could help her if she needed to leave town, etc. Because she lives with a dog right now, I think she realizes the compromises that must be made.Other Pets: No other pets except for her roommates.
Owner Interaction With Other Pets:
• Describe the relationship all family members seem to have to other pets.
o Natalie seemed to get along really well with her roommate’s dog! She said she walks her often.
• What role will the dog play in applicant’s life?
o I do think the dog would be like a family member!
• Are the other pets treated like family members?
o It appears so, based off of Natalie’s interaction with her roommates’ dog
• How do the other animals behave?
o N/A
• Has applicant ever owned more than one dog or cat at the same time?
o Natalie has never had her own dog.
• Is applicant prepared for the increased work, expense [including vet cost], and commotion?
o As far as increased work, Natalie is starting a new job and she is assisting her parents in renovating a new condo for her. I did discuss the potential of a rescue dog requiring increased attention and additional training. I asked her if that was something that she was prepared for. This led into the discussion of potential vet costs. She said she wasn’t ready to take on a dog that required medical care out of the norm but she did realize that it wasn’t something you could necessarily prepared for.
• How committed is adopter?
o I think Natalie is committed to rescuing a dog but I’m not convinced she is prepared to navigate potential behavior or medical issues. I brought up what she would do if a rescue dog had behavior issues. She didn’t have much to say, which made me think she hadn’t thought through this possibility. This surprised me a little because she mentioned in her phone interview and application that her parents had a lot of rescue experience. It is definitely her parent’s experience, and not hers if that makes sense.
• What are the owner’s responses to behaviors good and bad?
o Natalie was great with her roommate’s dog, they seemed to have a good rapport!
• Do owners demand perfection or have unreasonable expectation regarding behaviors?
o I don’t think Natalie would demand perfection regarding behaviors, but I do wonder if her inexperience would leave her feeling short-handed.
• Do other dogs in the home obey happily?
o N/A
• Are the other dogs out of control and undisciplined?
o N/A
• Do the owners appear to know some basic training techniques?
• How do the animals react to the owner’s response?
o The dog that lived in the house was sweet and seemed to love Natalie! Natalie interacted with the dog really nicely. They played fetch while we were chatting, it was sweet!Important Question to Answer:
• Explain that re-homing a dog is stressful for the dog.
• That often the rescued dog they want to adopt or foster may have training accidents, even if they are housebroken, while they are in their new home or foster care, for the first few weeks.
• Ask the applicant what they would do or how they would react to the new dog having an accident.Natalie seemed to understand that there could be an adjustment period after adoption. She said she would be understanding if accidents were to occur. Her new job would allow her to work from home, so that would be a positive
Additional Information:
• Please describe any additional information about the home environment that you feel is pertinent.
• Is there anything in general or specifically that would cause you to feel uncomfortable about placing a dog or cat in this home?
• If so, what?
• “Gut feelings” are considered important. Would you feel comfortable leaving your own dog with the applicant?
• Explain.
My takeaway from Natalie is that she hasn’t owned a dog before and didn’t seem to have any hands on experience with bigger dogs. I asked several leading questions at different times during our conversation. Natalie’s experience with larger dogs is through her parents and their efforts to assist with Snooty Giggles dog rescue here in Nashville. She said that her parents have fostered a standard poodle before, but this is about as close to any personal experience I could get. No stories about helping with friends bigger dogs or any other hands on experience. In these discussions, I also brought up how she would handle potential behavior issues, and it left me wondering if she had thought about it before.
That being said, I wouldn’t even feel comfortable asking her to walk my Airedales. There is a huge difference between a small poodle and a large excitable terrier!
Conclusion:Approve Applicant
Do not approve applicant
Approve after additional counseling of applicants
and/or
Approve after modifications to the home environmentPlease describe: Natalie was a really nice person, and her interactions with her roommates mini golden doodle were great. My first concern is Natalie’s lack of experience with bigger dogs. I also think that there is a lot of change happening in her life, she is moving and about to start a brand new job. I’m not sure right now is the best time for Natalie to adopt an Airedale.
Additional comments:
Home Evaluator’s Signature: Corrie L. Anderson
Date: 6/25
Contact information: Email & Phone No.: clanderson1023@gmail.com. 651-206-3594
Additional Suggestions To The Home Evaluator:
• If you need to take notes during the visit, please do so discreetly on a small note pad, rather than on this form. It is preferred to have the applicants feel at ease with you and to be themselves. Complete this form after the visit is over, when you are not in the presence of the applicants.
• Qualities to note are sincerity, commitment, tolerance of normal animal behavior, honest representation of the home environment, children’s behavior with other pets, and expected role of the children in pet care. Obtain explanations about the absence of any family members during the visit. Feel free to ask leading questions to begin productive conversation. Often good conversation will reveal far more than questions.
• Do not make any promises to the applicants or indicate whether or not they will be approved to adopt or foster. Please refrain from discussing any particular animal presently in rescue that may become available for adoption.
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