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Fostering with Morins
Christina Prange
919-605-4563
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From: Barbara Lawson <barbaral51@hotmail.com>
Date: August 15, 2013, 7:49:09 PM EDT
To: Christina Prange <mcprange@aol.com>, Bay <bayager@comporium.net>, Jackie Cash ADT <airedalemail@comcast.net>, Melissa Stone <melissa@melissa-stone.com>, Gale Ford <mtbeardoc@aol.com>
Subject: Grady!!
Nancy Morin called. Grady is settling in just fine.
He was good in the car, has explored every inch of the house and yard.
He licks every part of her body, including the back of her head on the way home.
She agreed that he has had some training. He walks right by your side, on a loose leash, which Melissa had noticed.
She picked up his bowl before he was done eating (not sure why) and he just sat and looked at her.
They do have a crate which they will use when they are away, and I assume at night.
He hadn’t made a sound until maybe a half hour ago when she was on the phone w/ one of her sons, and he went to the front door and gave out one sharp bark.
So far so good. She previously told me she definitely wants a female this time, and does not intend to fail fostering, but is happy to help out with him.
My very favorite example of this is Righton, who told me she wanted a smallish female. She adopted 100+ pound Truman/Drew and she says he turned out to be exactly the right match for her.
So we shall see.
In any event, once he is good to go, we won’t have trouble finding him a great home, I am sure.
Barbara Lawson 518 208 4047
www. airedalerescuegroup.com
Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/airedalerescuegroup
Today, my local Vet, Dr. Walker, (after taking X-rays and discovering the bones had separated from each other and the pins were no longer holding them in place), contacted Dr. Ernie (not sure of the spelling) the local surgical specialists “Affiliated Veterinary Specialists” in Jacksonville, FL (3444 Southside Blvd, 904-646-1287). After reviewing both the original X-rays (from Memphis) and today’s, both medical teams were certain the surgery was necessary and could correct the problem.
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> I did not speak to Dr. Ernie, since I thought that might be something ARG would want to do. However, Dr. Walker told me the following based on his conversation with Dr. Ernie, Dr. Ernie would like to see Woody on Monday at 3:30 PM with the expectation that he would keep him overnight and do the surgery on Tuesday. Given the importance of resetting the bones before they begin to set incorrectly or become infected, doing the surgery quickly is important.
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> Dr. Ernie (according to Dr. Walker) believes that inserting a plate will stabilize the bones until they can heal completely. Again, according to Dr. Walker, Dr. Ernie told him that they would discount the surgery to $1,800 – $2,000 because it was a rescue case. (I have no input here, since I don’t know what ARG normally pays for these kinds of services.
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> I did call the Admin staff to set up the Monday appointment for 3:30 PM and told them that someone from ARG would contact them about the pricing and payment (hope that was appropriate). To be clear, I haven’t agreed to anything other than to bring Woody in Monday at 3:30 pm, if ARG approves.
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> Aside from the medical issues, which I can’t comment on intelligently, I do believe that the other changed circumstances since Woody’s first surgery give him a much better chance with a 2nd surgery. When I picked him up, he was easily and unexpectedly spooked so I’m sure he must have had several instances over the last few weeks where he either leapt or suddenly planted his broken leg hard to try to get away from some imagined threat.
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> I had a similar situation with my Airedale Max, who had major CSL surgery which involved re-sculpting the bones in his leg. The recovery process is likely to be as intense. Max was required to be on a short lead at all time for the first 3 weeks and only on his feet when eating and going to the bathroom. After 3 weeks, we started 2 month rehabilitation program with walks on the leash with slowly increased distances.
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> Another issue that should be resolved with Titus is going to the bathroom. He was clearly frightened about going to the bathroom in front of me. The first 3 days here was very difficult getting him over that. However, he now has a place to go where he feels comfortable. I have a small fenced in yard, half of which is taken up by a fenced in yard. But to insure a minimum of movement, I plan to temporarily fence off the corner of the yard he’s been using, so that he has a 10′ x 10′ space he’s used to going in. He will go much faster if I’m not standing near him, so this will allow me to let him off the leash in this small area an move away until he goes.
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> I’d prefer to keep him on the lead, but I’m sure he will waste 10 minutes pacing the yard before he has to go if I’m next to him. Buy putting him in a confined space he’s already used, he can’t take more than a few steps and will go more quickly. Based on my observations when he can’t wait any longer he stands still and when he’s sure I’m not looking (which I do through the glass slider reflection), he will go.
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> Assuming they will keep him several days after surgery, and his will then go back to a familiar home, he should have a good head start on healing.
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> (Note: I have a very large create for Woody, but have not used it because I’m concerned he will catch the large external device on his leg (which is attached to the screws) on the crate. And he spends all day on his bed in my bedroom because my office is there and he wants to stay with me. The only time he leaves the room is when I coax him out for food and bathroom breaks. I’m using my custom made doggie car cushion as his bed. It’s 5′ x 5′ made of firm foam so it is softer than the floor but doesn’t give a lot when he walks on it.
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> Please let me know if you have any questions and if I should plan on going forward with Woody’s 3 PM Monday appointment and the surgery to follow
We’ve used them for years. They know Ladd and Molly. Really great vets. Dr.s Halada and Bucy are who I use, but they’re all good.
18726 West Catawba Ave.
Cornelius, NC 28031
Phone: 704-892-1585
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Kind Regards,
Melissa
Melissa Stone
Broker/Realtor
Allen Tate Realtors
Davidson/Lake Norman
704-962-9991
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I had a good transport from Beebees to Daryl Snyder to heather conn to Thelma Whitworth. I will call off transport
From: melissahuling@gmail.com
Subject: Re: Ozzie
Date: Thu, 8 Aug 2013 19:39:15 -0400
Barbara,
Chris and I have decided to work things out so we will not be giving Ozzie up after all.
Sorry for short notice as Chris and I have been unable to talk do to his travel schedule and his work.
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On Aug 7, 2013, at 11:06 AM, Barbara Lawson <barbaral51@hotmail.com> wrote:
Thank you, Melissa. This gives us a little more breathing room to figure out a plan.
Barbara Lawson 518 208 4047
www. airedalerescuegroup.com
Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/airedalerescuegroup
From: melissahuling@gmail.com
Subject: Re: Ozzie
Date: Wed, 7 Aug 2013 09:02:20 -0400
Barbara,
I am not sure about Chris’s schedule other than I know he will not return till Sunday. Chris will be calling me tonight to discuss further. I have agreed to watch Ozzie until Sunday at this point.
You may contact me at 404-444-7254.
Heather Conn can help but must be early due to wedding. Sounds like Mellissa has to work and won’t be available to afternoon so I wonder if someone can meet Melissa early before work?
Heather Conn can help but must be early due to wedding. Sounds like Mellissa has to work and won’t be available to afternoon so I wonder if someone can meet Melissa early before work?
Asked Thelma Whitworth in Belmont, Nc for Belmont to Sparanburg.
Kristina Craft is volunteering for another dog event for fences.
Christina Prange
919-605-4563
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From: Barbara Lawson <barbaral51@hotmail.com>
Date: August 7, 2013, 6:32:12 AM EDT
To: “melissahuling@gmail.com” <melissahuling@gmail.com>, “chrs.mccarthy@gmail.com” <chrs.mccarthy@gmail.com>
Subject: Ozzie
Melissa,
As you know, we were sorry to hear about Ozzie having to be surrendered back to Airedale rescue.
I understand Chris is away this week and you have kindly offered to look after him through tomorrow, Thursday.
I don’t know if that means Chris will be back tomorrow or what.
I never have had your phone number. Will you please send it to me.
We are working on finding a foster home, preferably in the Atlanta area, but so far are striking out for various reasons that have nothing to do with the big guy, other than his size and the fact it seems he would be best as an only dog.
So I need to know if we will have to move him to a paid boarding facility at least for a short time until we figure out a longer term plan.
Or if Chris can arrange for a dog sitter/walker to come in when he is traveling. Again short term.
I do believe both of you care about this dog and have his best interests and least disruption foremost in your thoughts, as do we.
We were notified rather suddenly less than one week ago. We never received back his contract and adoption agreement nor his adoption donation fee.
Now we need a surrender document. It can be found on our website http://www.airedalerescuegroup.com and can be submitted via email.
I hope to hear from you today to clarify the above issues so that we can move forward.
Barbara Lawson 518 208 4047
www. airedalerescuegroup.com
Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/airedalerescuegroup
Grady is very sweet, happy boy. When Judy walks him by other dogs, he has no issue. He is not neutered. He has been on doxy for 2 wks and needs to be on doxy for 4 weeks prior to the HW treatment. CP to work with gale for HW treatment in 2 wks. 8/5/2013
From: Nicole <lovefree0216@googlemail.com>
Date: August 5, 2013, 4:16:17 PM EDT
To: Barbara Lawson <barbaral51@hotmail.com>
Cc: Christina Prange <mcprange@aol.com>
Subject: Re: Addie
Hi Barbara!
YES YES YES!! 😀 She is a joy and AB, RJ, and myself thoroughly enjoy her! She’s already part of the family! RJ has been very gracious and they play ALL the time!! I mean she high fives! A dog that high fives is pretty awesome if you ask me!! 😀
Thank you for waiving the donation!! We didn’t expect that! We will continue to send videos and pics of sweet Addie and RJ living “la vida loca” ;-D
Thank you and Christina again from the bottom of our hearts for giving us this opportunity and filling the hole that was left there from Emily’s passing. ❤
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On Aug 5, 2013, at 2:07 PM, Barbara Lawson <barbaral51@hotmail.com> wrote:
Nicole and Ulysses and RJ,
Absolutely, positively it is okay with us for you keep her!!
We love what we call “failed fostering.” One of our favorite things to happen.
I will have the formal contract and placement agreement sent to you. It will be an email attachment which we ask that you print and sign. A nose- or paw- print of RJ would also be fine, but not required. Return via snail mail to the other Barbara for our files.
There will be no donation fee requested. As a returning adopter and foster family, we will waive the fee.
The only thing we ask is ongoing stories and updates and photos.
Barbara Lawson 518 208 4047
www. airedalerescuegroup.com
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