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1/6/2026 Currently seeking a foster with fenced yard and no other dogs or a trainer to work with Duchess.
Need to know the outcome of the citation. IF she is deemed a dangerous dog, then we may not have any options but PTS.
RE: Duchess
Inboxbrothers.john@gmail.com
Jan 5, 2026, 4:51 PM (17 hours ago)
to me, Jo-Anne, ChristinaHey all. I have a real serious situation and need your help. Duchess pried herself out of the house yesterday and bit another dog, taking a chunk out of her body. I believe she saw another dog and frantically pushed on the door and pushed the handle and it opened. The neighbors are really upset and don’t want Duchess in the area as they don’t feel safe. People are pretty upset. I received two citations and have to go to court.
I can only walk her at 5 in the morning and at 10 at night and the dog walker is pretty scared of walking with her and am not asking him to just walk her in circles in the yard.
I don’t think I can keep Duchess because it risks my relationship to my neighbors and the risk she poses to other dogs. I need help as I am sure Duchess might be better in a different situation. I am so sad by this. Is there anything you can do to help?
Thanks so much. My number is 718-864-8669.
John
There’s a super sweet female dog up for adoption, Nala. She was born on April 3, 2023, and purchased from a breeder. She is spayed, weighs 53 lbs, microchipped, eats Purina Pro Plan-Lamb and Oatmeal, as she is allergic to chicken, and takes NexGard Plus for flea, tick, and heartworm prevention; last given 12/17/25. Her vaccinations are good until December 2026.
This pup is full of energy, loves kids over 5, and gets along well with other dogs. She’s crate trained, good on a leash, tolerates grooming, loves car rides, and knows commands like sit, stay, come, leave it, lay down, and crate. She is crated overnight for sleeping or when family goes out. She mostly lives inside/outside but can stay with her current family until a new home is found. The family includes two adults and two kids (13 and 1 year old). She was recently introduced to the 1-year-old as the family was concerned Nala would knock the child down, but she did not.
Nala is good with other dogs, male or female. The family will hold onto her until the right home is found. Nala deserves a family that is active and can include her in activities and spend more time with her.
Please let us know if you are interested.
12/24/25 carefully evaluate next dog for placement with Meaghan. Expectations are high and need caution due to young child.
12/21/25: Finnegan transported to Meagan.
12/24/25 message to Ava: “ Good morning, all.
Rosemary is picking Finn up today. Megan’s text below. I’m relieved that she is ending this quickly instead of dragging it on. I have thoughts about her as a future adopter, but perhaps we table that for now and focus on getting him to a better spot.
“ Rosemary is coming to get Finn today.
He growled at Madeline a few times yesterday then when my dad came in, Finn and Madeline “exchanged words.” Both had e-collars on so we were able to de-escalate quickly.
Mom and I had him yesterday for a bit without Helen, and he was Absolutely amazing. He had the most gentle eyes the sweetest look on his face, he followed us everywhere, sat on our feet, leaned on us, laid his head on our laps. His body language was so at ease and calm.
Then Madeline came over and the growling bouts happened. We reintroduced them just like the day before, in the backyard. Finn did his pretend ferocious barking and lunging, but the they just ignored each other. Unusual for Madeline because she usually runs and plays with dog friends of all sizes. She is very well-socialized. But then when we came in the house, it went downhill. The second time he growled was to keep Madeline away from my mom.
Back to his eyes and body language with just my mom and me alone – when Helen was back in the picture, his eyes changed, he faced away from us, but glared out of the corner of his eye, kept leaving the living room area. He was like a different dog. Just trying to avoid Helen. Of course she was trying to give him toys, wanting to follow him, but I wouldn’t let her.
This morning he is guarding me from Helen. Constantly trying stay between me and Helen. If Helen walks out of the room (to use the potty for example), he wags his tail and wants me to pet him. But as soon as Helen returns, he goes back to guarding and being distant.
After the incident with Madeline, I did pull out a crate and put his bed in it. He was clearly happy and relieved to have a safe place. He must have been crate trained at some point in time.
As I write this, Helen is playing with her toys on the other side of the room so Finn is pawing at my leg and nudging me for pets. He really is a very sweet boy, but I think a toddler and a Great Dane are too overwhelming for him.”
12/21/25 transport to Meagan H in Savannah.
12/24/25 update to Ava:” Good morning, all.
Rosemary is picking Finn up today. Megan’s text below. I’m relieved that she is ending this quickly instead of dragging it on. I have thoughts about her as a future adopter, but perhaps we table that for now and focus on getting him to a better spot.
“ Rosemary is coming to get Finn today.
He growled at Madeline a few times yesterday then when my dad came in, Finn and Madeline “exchanged words.” Both had e-collars on so we were able to de-escalate quickly.
Mom and I had him yesterday for a bit without Helen, and he was Absolutely amazing. He had the most gentle eyes the sweetest look on his face, he followed us everywhere, sat on our feet, leaned on us, laid his head on our laps. His body language was so at ease and calm.
Then Madeline came over and the growling bouts happened. We reintroduced them just like the day before, in the backyard. Finn did his pretend ferocious barking and lunging, but the they just ignored each other. Unusual for Madeline because she usually runs and plays with dog friends of all sizes. She is very well-socialized. But then when we came in the house, it went downhill. The second time he growled was to keep Madeline away from my mom.
Back to his eyes and body language with just my mom and me alone – when Helen was back in the picture, his eyes changed, he faced away from us, but glared out of the corner of his eye, kept leaving the living room area. He was like a different dog. Just trying to avoid Helen. Of course she was trying to give him toys, wanting to follow him, but I wouldn’t let her.
This morning he is guarding me from Helen. Constantly trying stay between me and Helen. If Helen walks out of the room (to use the potty for example), he wags his tail and wants me to pet him. But as soon as Helen returns, he goes back to guarding and being distant.
After the incident with Madeline, I did pull out a crate and put his bed in it. He was clearly happy and relieved to have a safe place. He must have been crate trained at some point in time.
As I write this, Helen is playing with her toys on the other side of the room so Finn is pawing at my leg and nudging me for pets. He really is a very sweet boy, but I think a toddler and a Great Dane are too overwhelming for him.”
12/13/25 text from Nichole.” Hello Pat,
Merry Christmas!
We are happy and excited to say that our nephew will be moving out this weekend! Yippie!
We are wanting to add our names to the list should an under two Airedale become available. Ideally a female.
Woodford is honestly the biggest blessing in our lives. He, at his size has become a cuddler and lapdog. Go figure.
In a perfect world we would love another cuddler.
Please reach out should you find a blessing that needs a big brother.”
Preferences:
On Fri, Nov 28, 2025 at 1:50 PM K. Davis
Good afternoon,I hope you had a happy holiday! Please me know when you have a 2-4 year old available. I can travel to pick up or pay shipping.
My needs:
House and crate trained
50-70 lbs
Male preferred but open to either
Home with fence and hard wood
No kids
Will train for service/therapy dogThanks,
KD
11/21/25 Talked to John Brothers.
Go ahead and reach out to John for HV. He sounds like a great guy. I will check personal references today.Divorced, recently moved to Sarasota, from NY. New job starting DEC 1 as a CEO of a new company (I did not ask). In preference relationship had a Mastiff and dachshund. He is around tomorrow and going to MN for Thanksgiving. If all good earliest he could take Duchess is 12/6.
old invisible fence. Likely will replace if OK with landlord; landlord approves of dog per lease. Otherwise committed to leash walking am/pm and having a dog walker.
Will need vet reference + groomer reference
