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Call scheduled with Jeanne and Larry for Sunday, 10/12, but received an email prior to the call that they decided to not move ahead with an adoption. No reason provided:
Jeanne, thank you for letting us know. Whenever you’re ready in the future, just reach out.
Mary
On Sat, Oct 11, 2025 at 7:56 PM Jeanne Wentworth
Mary,Larry and I have decided not to pursue the adoption process at this time.
Please cancel our telephone interview for tomorrow.
Thank you for your time.
Jeanne Wentworth and Larry Tyree
Our phone Please cancel9-29-25 – Dirk Roskam has agreed to do the HV, which will likely be next week as this week will not work. HV eval form, application and interview notes sent.
9-29-25 – Dirk Roskam has agreed to do the HV, which will likely be next week as this week will not work. HV eval form, application and interview notes sent.
Applicant(s): Abby Riera
Interview Date: September 26, 2025
Status: Move to HV
Notes: Abby loves Airedales. When they had their previous ADT, Armando, who came to them when she was in 3rd grad, and passed this summer, she went through a series of training courses, including Canine Good Citizen, handling, and other courses. She recently kept Astro for 3 weeks when her parents were out of town and realized how much she missed having an Airedale around. She feels now would be a good time to adopt a dog.
Abby has two roommates, Adrianna Powers and Melanie Harper. Adrianna is more hands on with the dog and took an active hand with Astro’s care when Abby was in class and is willing to be a number 2 carer for Abby’s new dog. Melanie is more of a cat person but is willing to step in when necessary, as she did with Astro’s visit.
Abby is in classes from 8-10 in the AM. When Astro stayed with them, she would sleep with her and would then get up when she did. She then take Astro out to the front to do his business and on their return, Astro would jump into bed with Adrianna until she got up. When Abby returned, she would then play with him and/or take him to the Dike, a dog friendly park about 10 minutes away where they could walk and Astro could even swim.
Abby will graduate next December 26 (2026) with a double degree in Marketing and Business. She will intern in the summer and plans to bring the dog with her. There are a bunch of tiny homes in the area, so she expects she’ll move into one of those that allows dogs.
Abby and her roommates live in a 3 story townhome. Although there is no official yard, the property does open up to a grassy area and there is a fenced dog park, Seneca PetSafe Dog Park, nearby, about 15 minutes away.I reached out to EPOCH, the town home owner/managing company and they noted that Abby is allowed to have a dog, they just require she come into the office and officially register the dog.
Abby’s parents are 100% in support of Abby adopting an ADT and will support her in any way needed. If she needs cash for emergencies or even to babysit, they will be happy to do it.
Vet Report: The Riera family keep Astro up to date with all vaccines and he is on Simparico Trio for flea/tick/heartworm. He was kept in good health and always looked happy.
References:
Adrianna Powers:
Hi Mary, thanks for reaching out! I think Abby is a wonderful dog owner and someone I’d feel completely comfortable leaving my own animal with. When Astro stayed with us, he always seemed comfortable and content. Abby has so much patience with animals, even when accidents happen in the house or they need extra care and love. She’s very active and always made it a priority to take Astro along so he could get exercise too. Whether it was a walk, a run, or even just a car ride, it was never a question for either of us to bring him along. At night when he got the zoomies, she never got frustrated and she was always happy to play and give him the attention he needed. Coming home from work or school, we both loved being greeted by such a happy pup. Astro was definitely treated as part of the family, as would be any new dog that comes into our home. Abby made sure he had everything he needed and kept him on a consistent routine with food, bathroom breaks, and fresh air. I’m very protective of my own animals, and I would have absolutely no problem trusting them in her care. A lot of people say they’re dog lovers, but during the time Astro stayed with us, it was so clear that Abby genuinely cares for and loves animals as much as she says. I’m always happy to support and help her, and I’m excited to see her become a dog mom![Note: Although Adrianna is a roommate and I would normally request another reference who is not in the same household, because she is going to be assisting with care for Abby’s dog, I wanted to get her thoughts on Abby as a dog caretaker.]
Liam Foley:
Hey, yes she is a very big dog lover and has been taking care of her parents dog the past month or so. She treats them with great patience and takes them on walks daily. She treats her dogs as siblings. She helps me take care of my cat every now and then if I need help. I think she would be a great candidate for a dog.Dog Requested:
In her application, Abby noted she would like a dog up to 4 years old but she did acknowledge during our call that she thought a puppy would be a lot to handle. Speaking to her mom, Andreina, who adopted Biggie/Astro, they decided it would be best to adopt a dog starting between 1-2 years old and up to 4.Applicant(s): Claire Shamiyeh
Interview Date: September 20, 2025
Status: Highly recommend; Move to HVNotes:
She has also looked at adopting a Welsh through WTCares but likes the idea of the bigger Airedale as a woman living alone.
I was impressed by her maturity; she had clearly thought out this whole idea of adopting a dog, such as contacting her references prior to our phone call, and also carefully considering the best dog for her (and the best situation for the dog) and not just being excited about any available dog and not considering ramifications.Claire plans to provide regular morning walks and to also being active outside. She begins medical school next year and because it is a hybrid program, any non-lab courses are online and she will be home even more than she is now. Additionally, the school is very close to her home – just 2 minutes away – so her commute time will be negligible.
She expects the dog will probably be in his/her crate for about 3 hours. Although she is gone about 8 hours a day currently, she plans to come home during lunch once she has the dog. She does not expect the dog will be alone for more than 5 hours. Once the dog is at home and it is safe to leave him/her out, she will likely leave the crate open and available; this is what they do with Lily at home, providing ‘me time’ for Lily. We did discuss what she will do when medical school is at its end and she’s in residency, what with the long hours. She feels she will have been established in the area for long enough that she will have identified a caring, responsible sitter/walker.
RE: Vet and references – Claire had already reached out to them to let them know someone would be contacting them. This is a rarity in my experience – usually I have to ask applicants to do this and I feel this is additional evidence of this being a well thought out decision on Claire’s part.
Claire doesn’t yet have a vet in Greenville so I suggested she reach out to the family vet in TN for a referral, as well as post on the ARG FB page for recommendations.
Vet Report:
Monica Webb – Countryside Veterinary Services: The vet’s office confirmed Lily is kept up to date with vaccines, is on Simparico Trio and is both healthy and happy.References:
Lori Johnson: “They treat their dog like a true member of the family. I’m sure Claire’s dog will be a grand dog to her parents who will look forward to their visits. Claire is a very kind, responsible young woman and I would fully trust her with my dog.”Luke Bibee: “ I could not think of a better pet owner than Claire Shamiyeh. Her and her family are absolutely amazing and she have always treated their animals wonderfully. They are very healthy, on great diets, and get plenty of exercise. Claire is wise beyond her years and is incredibly responsible. She is the first to prioritize others and would undoubtedly make the best dog owner. I have entrusted her to look after my own dog and she was my first call to do so. I could not think of a better person for a dog to have the opportunity to be adopted by! That’s going to be one very lucky dog!!!”
Dog Requested:
Per email from Pat Hairston following conversation with Claire’s mother:
Claire is interested in Chas who is in Indiana with HART. We just assume not go there. She also is interested in Charlie. Charlie is going to prior adopters Brian and Barbara Doyle in Hilton Head on Sunday.So that leaves Duchess. Here is here info:
Sure. I will also let Mary know. She is the one going to talk with your daughter.
We have a 6 yr old female in GA that was just surrendered. She is with an older couple who can’t manage her any more. They have kept her outside in a large enclosure but she is indoors overnight and crated. She is not spayed and needs to be updated on shots which ARG will pay for once in a new home. She also needs grooming Her name is Duchess weighs about 55 lbs and is on heartworm prevention.
She is a more independent girl so don’t expect a cuddley one. She walks ok on leash but gets distracted easily and needs some work. She is not well socialized. She is being fed Diamond Naturals, and she does have a sensitive stomach.
The couple that have her took her in a breeder that was retiring due to illness. They have had her a year.
She is located in Blue Ridge GA. I have asked for a better photo.
Best to be placed in an adult home and no female dogs and no cats.
Claire’s mother filled her in on Chas and Charle. We did discuss Duchess – Claire does not feel she is the best fit for Duchess given her lack of socialization and not getting along with other females. Lily, the family Welsh, is 15 and we both felt concern for Lily’s safety should Duchess have issues. She felt she could probably learn but doesn’t feel it right to attempt and to possibly have to rehome Duchess again. She was also concerned that should Duchess have an altercation with another dog, she might not be physically strong enough to handle that.
Claire needs a well socialized dog who will get along with other dogs. She has no preference for male or female. She would prefer a younger dog perhaps a year or so up to about 6 or 7. She prefers a younger dog in the hopes of delaying loss given she is young and has a long life ahead. We discussed a puppy – being aware they aren’t common to find in rescue – and while she feels she could do it, she knows it would take additional adjustment and prepping. She does already have a crate.
APPROVED TO ADOPT
Karl & Joanne Kinscherf have approved the Fischers to adopt:
Joanne and I conducted the home evaluation at the Fischer home today. Please find attached the completed forms. Let us know if you have any questions, or need any additional information. We feel they would provide a loving environment for a rescued Airedale.
Karl and Joanne Kinscherf
HV Evaluation form is attached to Fischers’ file
Applicant(s): Madeleine and Chris Fischer
Interview Date: August 10, 2025
Status: Move to Home VisitNotes: I spoke only to Chris as Madeliene was spending a few weeks out of town at the Fischer family farm in Minnesota, which Chris inherited and is where he grew up. They miss Sallie very much and Chris is currently creating a photo album to memorialize her.
The family travels a lot between their home on Pawley’s Island and the farm in MN. They also like to camp as a family and their dog, being part of the family, goes where they go. Ben would sleep on Chris’ feet and Sallie would get on the bed with Madeleine but hop off as soon as Chris got in.
Sallie is their second Airedale. Their first Airedale, Ben, was from a breeder in MN – they’d been looking for a 65+/- pound dog and he turned out to be about 85 pounds. He did have health issues due to his size, including a twisted stomach, which they had stapled, and he also had an allergic reaction to a medication. Despite his size, Ben was very gentle.
Sallie was bred locally. She was a bit of an ‘oddball’ and her talk was never docked so it “would beat the walls around the house.” Sallie was generally a healthy dog until last October when she became incontinent. She had a degenerative back issue, which they got under control. Earlier this year, though, she began to rapidly lose weight.
The Fischers understand the costs that it takes for keeping a dog healthy and also the necessity of an extended time period for a dog to truly feel at home and acclimated to its new surroundings.
Vet Report: The Fischers most recent Airedale, Sallie, was up to date with vaccines and kept on Simparico Trio for flea/tick/HW. Dr. Boyd highly recommends them as owners and provided me with a recap of services provided to Salle from August ’20 to the day she was, sadly, euthanized in July ’25.References:
Brian Clark:
”Good afternoon. Thank you for this opportunity to speak on behalf of this wonderful family and personal friends of mine (20+ years)…their “fur babies” as they often refer to them are and have been considered part of their family; loved and cared for affectionately by Chris, Maddie and their two children.Yes, their previous Airedale Terriers have been well cared for, loved, exercised regularly, and even take vacations with the family (in recent years). Before their children grew some (one in college and one in middle or high school), the family would ask me to stay with their pets when they traveled. They would rather have me stay in their home where their pets would feel most comfortable. Their most recent Airedale, Sallie, was “my girl” and they even allowed my Rotador, Wilson, come to play with Sallie.
I reached out to Chris or he did me when I hadn’t heard from you about a reference on them rescuing an Airedale. I hope they will have an opportunity to assist your group and love another furry child. [Note: There was a typo in the application so my two texts to Brian did not make it to him.]
Thank you,
Brian Clark
Pawleys Island, SC”Sarah Rodenbeck:
Ms. Mary,
I have known Chris and Madeleine for over 22 years. In that time they have had 2 different dogs (Ben and Sally) that lived incredibly happy lives. They also have 2 children that also loved on both Ben and Sally and treated them both like family.
Madeleine and Chris have not only watch my dogs many times but I have also entrusted them with my children. Any dog that was adopted by their family is a very lucky dog! I know that the death of their last dog Sally has left a hole in their hearts and I am very glad they want to fill it again. They love the Airedale breed and I know are looking forward to adding a full or mini of that breed into their home!
Please let me know if you have any other questions. I am happy to answer them for you!Dog Requested: They are not interested in a puppy but are looking at a dog about 1 year plus; they prefer a female but may be open to a male. Sallie was a snuggler and I think they would like another dog who is also affectionate and snuggles. They have three cats so the dog would need to be okay with cats. I told him we would look for a dog who is okay with cats but did speak with Chris about how I handled Megan when I first adopted her and we went from Megan seeing Mo as a potential snack to sleeping together in one month. Their son is 21 and in college and their daughter is 16; I also have a note that there are no kids in the neighborhood but they note that they do not want a dog with fear of children so a child-friendly dog should be sought.
ON HOLD:
The Paynes have since adopted a senior dog from their local shelter. I’ve let them know that when they are ready for the next ‘dale, to just let us know and we’ll restart the process.
Congratulations to your new pup, Melissa! My first Aire-rescue was 12-1/2 so I definitely know how good it feels to give you a senior pup a final forever home.
I’m so sorry that someone pulled a no-show twice! I’ll check to see if there’s a mention in the record of your past application as to who that was so we can make a note not to ask them again.
When you’re next ready for an Airedale, just let us know. In the meantime, I’ll note your app as being on hold.
All the best to you both and your new senior pup!
Mary
On Sun, Aug 17, 2025 at 11:43 AM paynejandm
Good morning,Thank you so much for responding.
We have since rescued an elderly dog from a local animal shelter, who was in urgent need of a home.
We would like to adopt an Airedale in the future. In fact, we submitted an application several years ago, but the individual who was set to interview us at our home no-showed twice. Which was frustrating.
May we be placed on hold for future consideration?
We loved our airedale and have experience with the breed.
Respectfully,
Melissa
NOTE: This is the second time the Paynes have applied to adopt. The first time was in 2020. See notes above. Looks like their most recent Airedale likely came through private/direct adoption.
Debbie Sheehan reached out to Karen Freebern to schedule the home visit but since last speaking, Karen and her husband fostered, then fell in love with and adopted one of the dogs from the shelter where she volunteers:
From: Debbie Sheehan
Date: Sun, Aug 17, 2025, 3:43 PM
Subject: Re: Airedale Rescue Home Visit
To: Karen FreebernWe are actually travelling home today about 2 hours to go. We had a wonderful trip with our Son and his family.
I truly understand. We had one that we lost 4 years ago. Malachi had and will always have a special place in our hearts.
We wish you all and Jack the best. Would love to see a picture.
Debbie Sheehan
On Sun, Aug 17, 2025, 2:47 PM Karen Freebern
Dear Debbie,
I am thinking you are, or about to come home from your trip. I hope you had a great time. While you were gone I returned to the shelter where I volunteer. I fostered a dog that had swallowed a toy and fortunately was able to pass the toy (or would have been euthanized). I brought him home only to discover that he was a true gem.
He is a 2yr old brindle boxer mix, nothing I would ever dream of fostering or adopting. With that said, here he is and every day he warms our hearts. We don’t know his past as he was a stray. He was at the kennel for 2 months, not a barker, walks great on a leash, very polite, must of had some training, house broken,Really a wonderful young adult. We have decided we must keep him, he is that GREAT. My husband had his heart set on another Airdale but agrees that “Jack” is a great find and friend. We were really looking forward to meeting you both and your airdate. Thank you for all the interest and support you provided us.
Best wishes and Blessings,
Karen FreebernAPPROVED!
Per Diane & John Nix:
My husband and I had the pleasure of doing a home visit with The Huber’s at 6990 Burnt Knob Road Murfreesboro, TN, 37129 on Sunday 8-3-25. I was able to meet with Chip (Frank) and Cash their 14 year old son. Unfortunately, Jessica was called away to a family emergency in Alabama.
The home is large and well kept. The den area has hardwood floors and plenty of room for play. This is where the dogs spend most of their time. Couches and chairs are covered with blankets and covers and the dogs are welcome on them. The 2 Airedales are very friendly, well behaved and loving. They follow the verbal commands of both Chip and Cash. It is apparent that these dogs are loved and the dogs love them. Out back is a covered Patio that leads to a large fenced-in grass area with plenty of room for dogs to run and play. Landscaping is well kept and dog friendly.
Airedales are near and dear to Chip’s heart and he seems genuinely committed to helping any way he can. He understands all the challenges and possible health issues that fostering a dog can bring and is willing to do what it takes. He’s had older dogs and is familiar with the extra care they need such as shots and medicines. He does have a crate for transport or for quarantine if needed. Chip also has a flexible work schedule and is able to work from home as needed. The Huber’s seem to have a great support network around them with great neighbors that come on a regular basis to let the dogs out, if no one will be home for any extended length of time. They also enjoy taking the dogs to Cash’s Football and baseball games.
Cash is very comfortable around the dogs and caring. He’s 14 and very personable and polite. There was a heavy downpour while we were there and one of the dogs started pacing the floor, anticipating thunder and Cash jumped up to make sure the bathroom door was open, as this was the dogs safe space during thunder or fireworks.
I asked them if Jessica was totally on board with fostering and rescue and they both wholeheartedly agreed that she was.
I nor my husband have any reservations about recommending this family for Fostering or adoption. I think they will be a great asset to the Airedale Rescue Group.
Thank you for this opportunity to help.
Diane and John Nix
Debbie Sheehan and Karen Freebern have been trying to schedule a home visit. Hoping for 8/7/25 since Debbie and her husband will be going on vacation on 8/9. Karen will keep me posted.
PLACE ON HOLD; POSSIBLY TRANSPORT ASSISTANCE??
I received the below email from Kelly Stuart after reaching out to schedule a time to follow up on their application to adopt. She is just not ready for another Airedale – whether adopting or just fostering – so I let them know to just reach out when they are both ready and we will move forward with their application process.
“Hi Mary,
Thank you for reaching out to us. I wanted to let you know that at this time we (specifically me) are not able to foster or adopt an Airedale. I know in the future I will be ready to allow another dog to take space in my heart but not yet. Today marks 6 months since we lost Gunny, and although it has been a few months, it is still going to take some time for me to be ready to give my all to another 4-legged friend. We will continue to follow the Facebook page for updates on rescues.Thank you,
Kelly Stuart”
7/17/25 – Diane Nix has agreed to do HV. Email sent to Diane with Huber app, phone interview notes, and HV evaluation form. Immediately followed with email to Diane and Frank and Jess with contact info so they can schedule a HV that is convenient for all. I’ve asked for the Hubers 14 YO son, Cash, to be present, as well as both Frank and Jess.
