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Manning Home Visit
The following is a summary of the home visit done by Doug Bogle for Ginny and Alan Manning.Ginny & Alan Manning
126 Connors Dr.
Oak Ridge, TNSuburban, wooded with neighborhood street frontage. Condition of home was well kept. Size of home 1500-1600 sq. ft. with large deck. Interior of home with new carpet in living areas (owners mentioned it had stain protection), tile in kitchen. Furniture nice, but casual.
Typically they would close off bedrooms and let the dog have the living room and kitchen. No crate planned but would if needed. Fencing is electric/buried wire…mentioned that they would need to replace the wire.
They have 20 y/o daughter not present at time of home visit due to being away at college. Don’t anticipate any problems. Alan and Ginny seemed respectful. Nice interaction between each other. Very personable with us.
Have thought through lifestyle compromise. Talked a lot about caring for their previous dog. Alan mentioned that on the majority of days, he should be able to come home at lunch. They also mentioned that they used to get their dog food where I get mine…a small business that only sells high quality foods.
They have no pets currently.
Discussed stress of re-homing, probability of accidents during time of transition, and their reaction. It did not seem like this would be an issue. Talked about carpet; they mentioned it was new but had stain protection. Mentioned that their last dog caused stains etc. on the carpet in latter part of life after surgery and was not an issue.
Nice sized yard, nice neighborhood. Owners seem like good people.
Nothing to cause me to feel uncomfortable about placing a dog in this home…assuming they spend proper amount of time training with the electric fence.
I would feel comfortable leaving my dog with them.
Approve after modifications to the home environment. They mentioned that the wire for underground fence would probably need to be replaced. I would confirm, or confirm they would keep on a leash until fence is confirmed working.
Ginny mentioned that she would probably want to meet the dog first. I’m not sure this is always an option unless they can travel to the dog. I would probably discuss with them how that would typically work. Overall they seem like they would be good, responsible dog parents.lly Imbody
Tue 10/1/2019 6:11 AM
Hi Carin,I just want to thank you for being willing to help us! I emailed Stormy Shealy just to see where you all were at as far as getting a visit scheduled and she informed me that they had just yesterday “picked up an Airedale in NC.” Do you know anything regarding where they got her, or any specifics? I responded to Stormy asking the same, but haven’t as yet heard. Anyway, many, many thanks. I know it was somewhat of a trying situation. I hope you’ll be able to help ARG in the future and that if so, it will be easier!!!
My sincerest thanks,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
Carin Bandy
Tue 10/1/2019 7:29 AM
I have no idea! I was waiting to hear back from them but haven’t so far until this message!Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
Hi Stormy,
Just checking in to see where you’re at regarding getting a home visit scheduled. I know both you and Carin were trying to coordinate…let me know if I can help in any way.
Sincerely,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
No Brick Walls
Mon 9/30/2019 6:17 PM
We have found an Airedale! We picked her up in North Carolina an hour ago. I want to thank you for all you have done to help in our quest.Stormy
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Kelly Imbody
Mon 9/30/2019 7:58 PM
That’s great!!! Where did you find her??!!!!! KellyKelly Imbody
Tue 10/1/2019 6:11 AM
Hi Carin,I just want to thank you for being willing to help us! I emailed Stormy Shealy just to see where you all were at as far as getting a visit scheduled and she informed me that they had just yesterday “picked up an Airedale in NC.” Do you know anything regarding where they got her, or any specifics? I responded to Stormy asking the same, but haven’t as yet heard. Anyway, many, many thanks. I know it was somewhat of a trying situation. I hope you’ll be able to help ARG in the future and that if so, it will be easier!!!
My sincerest thanks,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
Hi Stormy,
Just checking in to see where you’re at regarding getting a home visit scheduled. I know both you and Carin were trying to coordinate…let me know if I can help in any way.
Sincerely,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
No Brick Walls
Mon 9/30/2019 6:17 PM
We have found an Airedale! We picked her up in North Carolina an hour ago. I want to thank you for all you have done to help in our quest.Stormy
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Kelly Imbody
Mon 9/30/2019 7:58 PM
That’s great!!! Where did you find her??!!!!! KellyAiredale Rescue Group
Brad Bednarczyk phone interview
September 30, 2019Brad is a student at UNC Charlotte. He has 2 other roommates. They all take much of their coursework on line, so are not out of the apartment a lot/for extended periods of time. The main reason they are looking at Airedales is “because they are hypoallergenic.” All three have dogs at home…2 roommates both have a Shiba Inu, while the other has a Cairn Terrier. There is a dog park as part of the apartment complex, also a park/greenway nearby.
I asked to whom would the dog “belong” i.e. who is taking responsibility for the dog as it states in the application that they all want a dog. Brad said he would be responsible, bearing the financial burden as well. He stated that his girlfriend will help with training as “she has a German Shepard.” He said he would in all likelihood chip the dog. I asked about breaks/school vacations…who would take the dog if all of them went home. Brad related that one of his roommates who is from Gastonia would probably take it.
They have no gender preference. Would prefer a dog that is around 3-6 years old despite the application stating they would consider a puppy…Brad stated that a puppy is not his first choice.
I called the number given for the apartment manager. Tenants are supposed to inform management if/when they are considering acquiring a dog. Brad has not as yet done this according to the gal I spoke with. There is a 55 lb. weight restriction. Tenants are required to provide a photo and vet/immunization record . There is a $350.00 non-refundable pet fee and an additional $15.00/month fee.
I explained the timeline or lack thereof to Brad as well as the process of home visit etc.
My gut feeling is this is not a situation for ARG. Despite what he/they may think, being students there are a lot of demands placed on their time. I’m afraid he/they will tire of the responsibility quickly and then we have a ‘dale that has been traumatized again, needlessly. There are folks out there wanting a ‘dale whom have thought this through much more thoroughly.Kelly Imbody
Mon 9/30/2019 3:20 PM
Hi Ginny & Alan,I rec’d. Doug and Jon’s notes from your home visit and I would like to tell you that we will move you to “ready for a ‘sparedale”!!!!!
Doug mentioned a couple of things in his note that are of import.
It is not often practical/possible to meet the ‘dale ahead of time…distance/location is usually an obstacle. We in ARG do our utmost to match the right ‘dale with the right family. We are as transparent as we can be with the information we are given by whomever surrenders him/her. There are bound to be “issues” to be worked through in any rescue…just re-homing is HUGE and time and patience are needed as I’m sure you know or you wouldn’t be doing this.
In relation to the electric fence, we (ARG) require that the ‘dale never be left outside unattended.
So, with that being said…keep your eyes on the ARG website. If a ‘dale pops up that you’re interested in, give me a shout! If you’ve any questions/concerns please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.
Thank you for loving Airedales!
Kindest regards,
Kelly Imbody, ARG
Good morning all!
Doug, meet the Manning’s…Ginny and Alan along with their daughter Lara. Doug has enthusiastically (!) agreed to help us with your Home Visit. If at all possible, we’d like all 3 of you present for the visit.
Doug will be getting in touch with you to schedule the visit. We are anxious to get the Manning’s moving forward in this process!
Should any of you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me.
Again, thanks in advance Doug. I’m looking forward to hearing back from you!
The best to all of you!
Kelly Imbody, ARG
219-628-0071
ginny b manning
Sat 9/21/2019 2:18 PM
Hi Doug,
Thanks for helping out. We are in Oak Ridge. Hope that isn’t too far out of the way for you. In general Fridays or weekends work best. Our daughter is at college so if she needs to be here the visit will have to wait for fall break when she’ll be home the weekend of Oct 12-13. Or we can Include her on a video call at another time.Let us know what works best.
Thanks
Ginny Manning
865-660-1531
Doug Bogle
Thu 9/26/2019 11:18 AM
Hi Ginny,I wanted to make sure you received my email below. Did you want to try for something this weekend? I will be out of town on the weekend of October 12/13 (I’ll actually be out of town from 10/10 through 10/14).
Just let me know!
Thanks,
DougKelly Imbody
Tue 9/24/2019 4:58 AM
Good morning Stormy,I can appreciate the scheduling difficulties…I know how nursing is!
I’ve been “talking” (emailing) Carin as well as the ARG coordinator. We all are of the thinking that you’ll be able to come up with a date. Carin’s schedule is very busy over the next few weeks, however after that things should free up a bit she said.
Since we currently don’t have a ‘dale appropriate for you right now, time is not really of the essence. ARG is manned by a volunteer army and after Jean fell through for the home visit, we had to go to a Plan B.
We try to find our home visit volunteers close geographically to our adoptive families and Carin said that she’d be happy to help. So…we just need to hang there and maybe do some “creative scheduling.”I took note of your additional stipulations attached to a ‘dale. As you know, most if not all of our ‘dales come to rescue because of “problems” be they behavioral or just plain bad manners/lack of training. With your extensive history dog experience and training, hopefully this shouldn’t be a problem providing you’re willing to put forth some effort towards the ‘dale and it’s adjustment to a new environment.
All this being said, let me know if you’re agreeable to continue to work with Carin regarding scheduling of the home visit. I’ll wait to hear from you.
Best,
Kelly Imbody, ARGOn Sat, Sep 21, 2019 at 9:27 AM Carin Bandy
Hi my name is Carin Bandy. I will be doing your home study. Before we proceed with figuring out a time I’d like to know what days & times don’t work for you & then I can look at my work/kids activity schedules & see when I’m available as soon as possible! Looking forward to meeting y’all!Carin
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On Saturday, September 21, 2019, 10:18 AM, No Brick WallsHello Carin
Thank you for contacting us.Pat works every Friday and Saturday. I also only work two days a week but they vary from week to week.
As far as this week goes, we are available any time Sunday and Monday (9/22 & 9/23). We are also available Thursday the 26th in the morning up until noon, and then again after 5pm that day.
As far as the following week, I should know more later today. I work in the Emergency Department and our current schedule covers through 9/28. I have texted a colleague who is working today to see if the new schedule has been posted. I can let you know as soon as I know.
We are looking forward to meeting you.
Respectfully,
Stormy Shealy
Member:
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Patriot Guard Riders
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On Sat, Sep 21, 2019 at 2:40 PM Carin Bandy
Looks like your schedule is as crazy as mine! I was looking over things & I can swing moving my work schedule around on Monday, October 7 til that afternoon. I know truly know how much y’all want this done ASAP but let me know if that may work so I’ll keep it open until I hear from you! If this is too long to wait I can see if there is anyone else is available but I do want to help!!Carin
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On Saturday, September 21, 2019, 4:28 PM, No Brick WallsI have heard back from my colleague at work and I now have my schedule for the first two weeks of October. It looks like I do work Monday October 7th.
In addition to the previous dates given of availability, (9/22, 9/23, and 9/26), we are also both available on the following dates:Monday Sept 30th
Tuesday Oct 2
Wednesday Oct 3
Sunday Oct 6
Tuesday Oct 8
Wednesday Oct 9
Thursday Oct 10Do any of these work for you?
Stormy
Member:
Nurses Honor Guard of South Carolina
Patriot Guard Riders
National Rifle AssociationYou have never lived until you have almost died. For those that have fought for it, life has a special flavor the protected will never know
On Sunday, September 22, 2019, 8:13 AM, Carin BandyThat Sunday may work. I’ll double check & get back with you as soon as possible!
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On Tue, Sep 24, 2019 at 4:55 AM Carin Bandy
Hi Stormy. I had emailed Kelly because my schedule is just covered up right now. I’m a counselor & am in the process of moving my practice from one city to another so I’m working at both offices right now. I see nurses so I know how difficult it is to know your schedule in advance. My weekends are covered up with family events. I’ll be completely settled in my new place mid-October & I am planning to block out most hours on fridays until I hear your schedule so we can get this done! I’m very sorry about the delay so as soon as you start getting in your schedule for mid-October let me know! I’ll start blocking out time the week of October 21. Thanks for your patience!Carin
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No Brick Walls
Tue 9/24/2019 7:15 AM
Carin,I will let you know what the rest of the October schedule looks like. Keep in mind I only work 2 days a week, but they are not usually the same day Pat works. You mentioned blocking off Fridays for a possible visit. Pat works every Friday and Saturday, so I don’t know if that would work for you since he wouldn’t be here. His is the only schedule that is always the same.
Thank you,
Stormy
Member:
Nurses Honor Guard of South Carolina
Patriot Guard Riders
National Rifle AssociationKelly Imbody
Tue 9/24/2019 4:58 AM
Good morning Stormy,I can appreciate the scheduling difficulties…I know how nursing is!
I’ve been “talking” (emailing) Carin as well as the ARG coordinator. We all are of the thinking that you’ll be able to come up with a date. Carin’s schedule is very busy over the next few weeks, however after that things should free up a bit she said.
Since we currently don’t have a ‘dale appropriate for you right now, time is not really of the essence. ARG is manned by a volunteer army and after Jean fell through for the home visit, we had to go to a Plan B.
We try to find our home visit volunteers close geographically to our adoptive families and Carin said that she’d be happy to help. So…we just need to hang there and maybe do some “creative scheduling.”I took note of your additional stipulations attached to a ‘dale. As you know, most if not all of our ‘dales come to rescue because of “problems” be they behavioral or just plain bad manners/lack of training. With your extensive history dog experience and training, hopefully this shouldn’t be a problem providing you’re willing to put forth some effort towards the ‘dale and it’s adjustment to a new environment.
All this being said, let me know if you’re agreeable to continue to work with Carin regarding scheduling of the home visit. I’ll wait to hear from you.
Best,
Kelly Imbody, ARGAiredale Rescue Group
Ginny Manning phone interview
September 13, 2019Ginny Manning is new to the Airedale breed after having had a Golden named Bailey. The Manning’s have been without a dog for 3-4 years after putting Bailey down after a protracted recovery from a leg amputation due to an invasive tumor. Ginny related that her allergies improved markedly after they no longer had Bailey, and this is when she started researching the breed. She also noted that they had a neighbor whom had 2 ‘dales that would walk them by the house and she “thought they were beautiful dogs.” Both Ginny and her husband are graphic designers. Ginny works 4 10 hour days and is off every Friday. Her husband has a 30 hour work week and is able to work from home “a lot.”
They have approximately ½ acre that has an electronic fence. Ginny stated that they would need to check it as it hasn’t been used in 3-4 years. It comes to within about 4-5 feet from the street and they have a tree line in the back.
Ginny related that her husband did most of the dog care as his schedule is a little more flexible. Bailey developed additional tumors after the amputation, but did relatively well with the amputation itself for about 2 years, when additional tumors began to appear. She had some ear issues/infections that they addressed themselves with regular cleaning without issue. They vetted at the University of Tennessee for the tumor issue.
It is just Ginny and her husband in the home, however she does state that they have 2 children that live in the neighborhood that are like “pseudo grandkids” and come over frequently. These children are 10 and 12 years old and are dog lovers.
They prefer not to have a puppy. 45-65 lbs. is ideal. A female is preferred as Ginny doesn’t want the marking behavior of a male. They would prefer an age range of 3-6 years. They will use a crate for training if needed stating that her brother-in-law currently has their crate. The Manning’s had brought a dog home for a weekend from a local group, but it “challenged” their daughter so they returned the dog.
Vet reference checked out fine. Bailey was kept up to date on all vaccinations. The vet noted “some surgical procedures”.Spoke with Jim Schulties (864-706-7980), Melody’s personal reference. He has known Melody for over 20 years. He was familiar with her pit-mix “Beauty”. Said she was the perfect dog as long as Melody was around, otherwise she was protective. He said if you came to the door, she would let you know that she was there. Jim stated that Melody was a good dog mom, “a better mom than I am a dad…I have 3. Jim said that “Melody loves her animals.”
mbroquet0116
Fri 9/13/2019 11:49 AM
Hi Kelly, Samson is my daughter’s dog. We see him seldom as he resides in another house. He is very friendly with others and he was raised with both Allie and Beauty.Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
I called Melody and asked her to call her vet to inquire as to why they can’t locate her file for her pit-mix. I also asked her to call Healthpointe Vet Clinic where her son takes the Jack Russell mix to let them know that ARG would be calling. She also said that the dog may possibly be listed under her daughter’s name, Kindra. I asked that Melody call me back when she knew something. I explained to her that we would not be able to approve her for adoption until speaking with a vet.
Melody called. Stated that her vet of record is unable to locate her file. She seemed a bit perturbed by this stating “after all the treatments and money, they’re telling me they don’t have my file anymore.” She stated that the lady she usually dealt with at her vet’s has since retired. She confirmed that she had also called Healthpointe Vet Clinic (864-486-8177) to let them know to expect a call from ARG.
I next called Healthpointe Vet Clinic. The plot thickens!! The dogs are indeed listed under Kindra Broquet. There are 2 dogs listed. Allie, the son’s Jack Russell mix and Sampson, an 8 yr. old pit-mix. Melody never mentioned a 2nd dog…other than hers that she put down almost a year ago. I spoke with Dawson at Healthpointe. Allie is up to date with the exception of bordatella. (Melody assured me she would take care of this as she disclosed this to me in our first conversation of today.) Allie was also seen for a skin issue. Sampson, is due for his vaccinations in October. Sampson was given a rx. for Iverheart heartworm preventative having been on Heartgard prior.
Next, I emailed Melody. I asked the following: To whom does Sampson belong? Does Sampson get along with other dogs? Would Sampson be interacting with her dogs?
