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Morning, Kelly. I had a busy day yesterday and didn’t talk to the Monteleone’s or anyone for that matter. As for the Tompkins, sure, go ahead with the virtual home visit. I need to talk to Banjo’s foster mom and see if she is willing to let him go. She waffles. It would be a long transport for him. I like Janene’s info and have looked her up on Google and on FB. She’s well respected in her community and in her profession. Even if Banjo is not for them, we will find one.
Thanks, Kelly, for your perseverance.
Jackie Cash | 901-438-5782
Airedale Rescue Group
Phone interview: Sydne Bellow-Peistrup
4/21/2020
Sydne is a 66 year old very active lady. She work 3 days per week at Target for just 5 hours each day. She bike rides, carrying her bike up and down the stairs to and from her 2nd floor apartment. She lives alone. Her brother is 1-2 miles away. He is currently spending a lot of time with a friend’s dog as the friend is ill and unable to care for the dog. Sydne’s brother is her “go to” for dog sitting.
Her apartment has a balcony which has a railing that Sydne guesses is about 36” tall. She states that a dog could not get through the railing. Her apartment complex consists of approximately 120 units. Sydne relates that there are a lot of dogs the neighborhood, she says there is a nice neighborhood behind her where she walks and rides her bike. The James Island Park is nearby complete with a dog park and doggie lake. She says that Charleston is very dog friendly and that she is looking forward to getting a dog and becoming involved with those activities.
Sydne has been without a dog for approximately 5 years. Her last dog was a Golden Retreiver. She has had Labs, Goldens and mutts in the past. She currently has no pets.
I asked her what her experience/exposure to the breed has been. She stated that years ago when she lived in Chicago, her neighbors had 2 Airedales and she thought they were cute. She has no preference as far a sex is concerned. She asked me which I liked better. When discussing age she related that she doesn’t think she wants a puppy but then quickly followed that statement by asking how often we got puppies. She offered that she would be interested in a “mini Airedale”. I asked her what she meant by that and she then asked “read up” on Airedales.
We discussed the average size of Airedales. I discussed at length with her the fact that they usually come into Rescue with some issues and if not, just the re-homing often becomes a short-term issue. Patience, consistency and a lot of love is needed. We discussed temperament and the need to establish that you and not the dog is the Alpha. I explained the rescue process and a potentially long timeline in getting a ‘dale.
I got the feeling from my discussion with Sydne that she wants a companion more than anything in that she said that it’s not the same without a dog in the house. That it’s so good to come home to “a happy face.” I also got the distinct impression that she is enamored of the breed because of their looks more than anything else. She was just kind of all over the map.
I did speak with the apartment complex management. There is a first time pet fee of $300.00 which is non-refundable. They do accept Airedales. The dog park in the complex is gated and has a well for water. The dog park is one large area…no separate areas to separate big and small dogs.
Cindy is the first personal reference I spoke with. She stated “it would be totally loved” if Sydne got a dog. It will be her “baby.” She was not aware of the fact that Sydne was considering rescuing an Airedale. Sydne and Cindy have known each other since 2004, having lived in Chicago at the time. Cindy had a lab and Sydne had her Golden and they were “best buddies.”
I next spoke with personal reference Dottie. She too was not aware of Sydne’s wanting to rescue. They have know each other for 20 years. Dottie related that Sydne loves dogs…”she loved her dog more than her husband!” She would be an “excellent” dog mom.I think that Sydne would do well with a well-adjusted, relatively “baggage free” ‘dale. I also think that she would do well with ANY well-adjusted, issue free dog.
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Good morning Sydne,
My name is Kelly Imbody and I’m a volunteer with Airedale Rescue Group (ARG). I left you a voice message regarding your application to ARG. When you get a moment, please give me a call so that we can discuss your application and your desire to rescue. I look forward to hearing from you.
Kindest regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
kevnkell@hotmail.comFrom: Nancy Harr
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2020, 15:31
To: Kelly Imbody
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue GroupWe are disappointed, but recognize that it is logically the right decision. However, if you are unable to place her, get back to me. And keep an eye out for an adult girl for us! We know she’s out there waiting for us.
Do reputable breeders ever release their girls after they have had two or three litters? Maybe we should go that direction.
Sent from my iPhoneHi Nancy,
It was good to touch base with you earlier today. I spoke with Jackie Cash regarding your interest in Gizmo. She and I concur, that there are just too many unknowns with her. As you said…we don’t want to have to re-home her AGAIN if she couldn’t get along with Mick. Please let me know your thoughts and keep looking at our sites.
Warmest regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARGConnie,
I just realized that I asked you to look at the wrong ‘dale!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please take a look at Gizmo NOT Banjo. Please contact me with any questions/concerns. So sorry for my mix up. KellyHi Connie!
I hope this finds you weathering the quarantine as well as can be expected and that you are healthy. I’m wondering if you’d take a look at ARG website and specifically “Banjo”. I know on your application you stated a preference for a female, but Banjo is a sweet fella and he may fit your lifestyle. Take a look and let me know what you think…either way as we want to re-home this fella and we thought of you. I look forward to hearing from you.
Kindest regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
kevnkell@hotmail.com
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Phone interview: Janene Tompkins
4/20/2020Janene is a financial planner working for Charles Schwab. She is currently working at home due to Covid-19 and is hopeful that after the “all clear” is given that she’ll be able to work from home a couple of days/week. Her husband works from home every day.
Dog history includes hound dogs from 1992-1999. They had a 13 year old female hound dog when they got their 1st German Shepard puppy from a breeder. They got along well. They then rescued a German Shepard that had been terribly neglected. They were also active in fostering German Shepard dogs with the local rescue organization. Janene related that they completed an ARG application 8-10 years ago, but that the German Shepard at the time did not react well to the HV Airedale. It will be 3 years in September that they have not had a dog. They currently have 2 indoor cats, the cats are not declawed. The cats got along with the German Shepard…”she raised our kitties.”
They are fenced. Janene describes it as a “jail.” The fence is wood with ½-1” gap between each board. They also have concrete, pavers and rebar to reinforce area. The fence goes all the way to the ground.
They used a crate to train…puppy as well as rescue. They met some folks at a local farmers market with 2 Airedales and this was their initial exposure to the breed. They used a local pet sitting service for the German Shepard when they traveled which Janene said was just a couple vacations/year. They would continue to use the same service.
Janene stated that they used Frontline and Advantix for Heartworm/Flea & Tick control. She runs about 2 miles/day but is working up to 3 i.e. a 5k. She would like a running companion.
I spoke with Lydia at Broadway Veterinary Hospital. She tells me the cats are up to date on their shots and come in for routine visits. The German Shepard was kept up to date as well and was on Heart worm and flea/tick preventative. She describes them as good clients.4/14/2020
Spoke with Joi’s ex-husband (her personal reference). He and Joi were married x 25 years. He was an OTR trucker. He had Scotty when “he was so small he fit in the palm of my hand.” Being a trucker, he wasn’t able to spend as much time as he would have liked with Scotty and Scotty and Joi became inseparable. Later on they acquired Kenya…both dogs got along well with each other. There were no untoward problems with their health. They doctored thru a PetSmart vet. He remembered Scotty being diagnosed with a heart murmur which “they addressed” but he doesn’t remember if it was a pill or what. Kenya was diagnosed with a sinus cavity cancer and passed due to this. Bruce can think of no reason not to adopt to Joi. He does not know her fiance’ so cannot speak to him.AIREDALE RESCUE GROUP
4/13/2020
Phone interview Joi Farlough-MatthewsJoi has been without a dog for 4 years. She got her 1 Airedale from a breeder in LA at the age of 8 weeks, then feeling that he needed a “friend” were able to adopt (not through a Rescue group) a female who was being “gifted” because of a divorce. The puppy lived to age 12 and the gifted female (adopted at age 8) only lived another 14 months…she passed from cancer. Both ‘dales did well together stating that when her Scotty met Kenya, it was “love at first sight!” Joi stated that both ‘dales got along well with other dogs.
Joi lives with her fiancé. Both work about 9 hours/day but she states that 2-3 days/week she is able to work from home and that they both work about 15 minutes from home and that their schedules are flexible enough to come home during the day to let the ‘dale out. She does not have a fence relating that the neighbors have a fence and she is fenced along the back…just no fence across the front. The yard is grass.
She has used Petsmart on occasion for boarding but that Scotty didn’t really care for it. She also related that she had a couple of other options that afforded Scotty a little more flexibility. She stated that he enjoyed car trips and took him with her whenever they could. She has never used a crate but is not averse to using one if need be.
Joi expressed interest in Banjo. I discussed with her the issue(s) surrounding Buddy. I told her that he is a resource guarder and that the current owners were considering euthanizing him. We discussed my Amos’ issues with resource guarding. She said she would be willing to talk with someone regarding Buddy, to learn more about him than what I could provide. At this juncture I called both Jackie and Pat.
It is truly a sad situation that this woman whom has Buddy has put him in. Hopefully Buddy will be saved…I will call her personal reference with notes forthcoming.
I looked briefly on SOAR & didn’t see him. However I think that there may be more than one SOAR? The one I’m familiar developed as a split off of ATRA. Also, you probably know where/how to look better than I! I think I will let sleeping dogs lie (pun intended!) Sounds like she’s angry right now & my gut tells me if I did respond we’d be in a “pissing match”. At this juncture I don’t think reason would prevail with her. I thought I was succinct in my email. She needs only to re-read it & read the mission statement of ARG to know that we are being consistent with & true to the values put forth. I’m with you Sue!!! Have a Happy Easter everyone!!! Kelly
Get Outlook for AndroidFrom: susan taylor
Sent: Saturday, April 20, 2019 8:23:14 PM
To: Jackie Cash; Kelly Imbody
Cc: Pat Hairston; Barbara Yager
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue GroupPeople! That’s why I love animals better!
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On Saturday, April 20, 2019, 7:22 PM, Jackie Cash
Bizarre. She apparently didn’t really read your email to her if she thinks she was declined! It makes me wonder about her stability. Or maybe just just scanned your email hurriedly.Of course, we are not going to try to get the Airedale in OH, as that is not our region. From what I’ve seen on FB, Starting Over Airedale Rescue (SOAR) is planning to get that Airedale. We have NO SAY as to who gets this dog, nor would we try to interfere with whoever gets it.
Since she wrote to you, Kelly, you can write back and tell her what I’ve said. If you wish to try to help her understand what you told her, that’s your call.
She still would have to have a home visit.
Thanks for letting us know.
Jackie
Sent from my iPhoneOn Apr 20, 2019, at 4:43 PM, Kelly Imbody
Happy Easter all! I’m forwarding this to you as I just got it and am not sure how to respond if at all. KellyFrom: Trish Fore
To: Kelly Imbody
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue GroupSorry for the long delay in my response. Of course I was a bit taken aback by the groups decision to decline my application. I feel that is a very poor and sad decision as I am eager to make a home for a Airedale.
I’m only writing now because there is an Airedale in Athens, Ohio that someone just posted to FB on the group. I’m asking that the group please not take this dog, my parents are going to pick him up Tuesday as this is my hometown, I feel like it’s meant to be. I am a good dog mom and I really don’t feel like fighting for this lovey dog. I am driving to Ohio to my parents house Wednesday to celebrate Easter a week late and this was just posted, I know this is a sign. You had good references for me and I don’t need the groups help to take care of an animal.
I’m asking the group nicely, please don’t go get Muppet, I plan on picking him up to bringing him back to NC for his forever home.
Respectfully,
Trish ForeSpoke with personal reference Shellie Wood. Was aware of Cara & Aaron’s desire to adopt a ‘dale. States they are a great family, have nice big yard and nice home. Has known them for about 3 years. Sees no reason why ARG should not adopt to them.
You’re not going to believe it but my daughter and son in law surpassed me last with a doodle! Thank you so much for your time though. It was a pleasure talking to you. Be safe. Be well.
Sent from my iPhoneOn Apr 1, 2020, at 1:37 PM, Kelly Imbody
JoAnn,
It was good to speak with you this morning. I have spoken with your daughter’s vet and just finished speaking with Susan Moran…very nice gal. I’ll get everything written up and posted on our ARG internal board & you’ll be ready to go! As I said, keep an eye on our website as well as our fb site. Should you have any questions/concerns, please don’t hesitate to call, text or email me. It was a pleasure “meeting” you!
Warmest regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
Sent from Mail for Windows 10Cara,
Sure! A different reference would be fine. I’m so glad this wasn’t a deal breaker for you. I’ll wait to hear from you regarding a reference.
Kindly,
Kelly Imbody, ARGSent from Mail for Windows 10
From: john doe
Sent: Thursday, April 2, 2020 9:50 AM
To: Kelly Imbody
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue GroupHey Kelly,
I understand and can comply. Again, it’s been awhile since owning a dog and I was going off of mimicking how we handled Maggie but understand and can adjust as necessary.
Kelly has been told however she is also a nurse and working crazy hours/shifts. Am I able to provide you with another reference?Thanks,
Cara HinsonAiredale Rescue Group
Phone interview: JoAnn Sedoris
4-1-2020
JoAnn moved from Miami, FL to Roswell, GA about 1 year ago after the death of her husband. She lives in a downstairs apartment while her daughter and her family live upstairs. They live on a cul-de-sac, only 49 homes in their neighborhood. There are 11 children on their cul-de-sac and she says for this reason she wouldn’t let a ‘dale out from without being leashed. The back yard is fenced. Her daughter has a 10 Beagle named Olive. Olive is described as “sweet, friendly and docile.” JoAnn has had 2 Airedales….the 1st shortly after she and her husband married (over 45 years ago) and the second ‘dale they got when the 1st was between 6 & 8 years old. Muttley, their 1st ‘dale they got from a puppy mill in Deland, FL. She said the conditions were deplorable. He was 10 weeks old. The female, Torrie they got through a friend of a friend that was giving her up. Torrie was about 7 months old. Muttley lived for 12 years and Torrie for 13. She has also adopted a lab in the past, has had dachshunds.
Being that she has had 2 ‘dale puppies, she stated that she “always crate trains my puppies.” She would prefer that the adopted ‘dale be crate trained. It will be her dog, sleeping downstairs with her in her apartment, but notes that she shares meals and spends a lot of time with family, so dog will be a family dog as well. She also completed a FL Airedale Rescue application as she has a daughter in Bradenton, FL and she spends a couple months in the summer with her… she will take her dog with her. She states that she will obedience train the ‘dale herself vs a class. She admits that she is OCD about some things…”I’m very neat, I like things in their place.” JoAnn related that when Olive comes inside she wipes her paws with baby wipes. I reminded JoAnn that Airedales are messy, that EVERYTHING sticks to them…they bring in bits of dormant grass all winter etc. She related that she knows that & that she’s OK with that. We also discussed the fact that dogs come into rescue for a variety of reasons and that time, patience, love, and consistency in large measure are needed when adopting. JoAnn would prefer a ‘dale less than a year and a half. I explained that we don’t often get puppies in. I encouraged her to keep an eye on our website as well as our fb page.
JoAnn listed her daughter’s vet as vet of reference. Daughter is very conscientious regarding care for Olive. She is up to date on shots/vaccinations and is heart worm negative. This would be the vet that JoAnn would use as well.
I spoke with her personal reference and received a glowing report. They have known each other for over 35 years. The reference described JoAnn as “wonderful, terrific with dogs.” JoAnn “is a true dog Mom…we both are. We love dogs.” She described JoAnn’s past dogs as having been “sweet, gentle and well-behaved.” “They are a wonderful family.” She said that “the ‘dale that lands with JoAnn will hit a gold mine.”
