Aug 02

A Letter From Munro

By Steph MacNeil - Ontario Success No Comments »

Dear Steph,

I would like to thank you for my stay at your excellent Bed & Breakfast.  I felt very welcome in your home and the hospitality was most generous. I would also like to thank you for your recommendation for my future accommodations.  Since arriving here, I have learned many new things, but overall I’ve found the adjustment quite easy.  There is another dog here, Penta, who quickly became a good friend and companion.  She has been very helpful at explaining thing that were unfamiliar to me.

One of these was that the two mobile, furry toys weren’t toys at all: they were cats.  As you know, I’d never really encountered these before, and it took some
 
 effort to resist playing with them.  (Apparently, they don’t like that.)  Did you know that they squeak, as well?   And hiss.  Anyway, I’ve got the idea now, and I must say that they squeak and hiss less than they used to.  Perhaps the batteries are running down.






 

The people here are very keen on exercise, so I have no doubt that I’ll stay in shape.  It’s been fun exploring new places and also making new friends in the neighbourhood.  I’ve also been given a new bed, leash, etc., and there seems to be a ready supply of sticks and chews!
They tell me that I’ll be going to school with Penta, so that we can have a ‘refresher’ of all the things we know.  We walk well together, but apparently it causes alarm when I develop plans of my own at the dog park.  I always come back, though, so I don’t really see what the problem is!  Not to worry, I’m happy to go along with the plan – it could be fun!

I’ve borrowed some pictures to give you an idea of my new friends – hope you like them!


All the best and thanks again,
munro



 

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May 31

Munroe – Ottawa area

By Steph MacNeil - Ontario Success No Comments »

If you are in or near the Ottawa area and would like the chance to have a beautiful 6 year old (7 in 3 weeks) AireBoy join your family then Munroe is for you.  This healthy boy is a registered Airedale, he is neutered, up to date on his shots and recently had a dental cleaning.  He is good with other dogs, very funny and well trained.   We aren’t sure about cats since he has never lived with one but does like to bark at them. 

Munroe is in a heartbreaking situation.  He is loosing his home due to an illness in the family and the family are devistated at having to say good bye to this beautiful boy.  Can you be his and their Angel by taking him into your family?

Not only are we looking for a permanent home for Munroe, we also need an Airedale experience foster home.  Please contact me, Stephanie (rebels_mommy@yahoo.com), immediately if you think you’re an ideal family for fostering Munroe.

If you are considering adopting Munroe, please complete the adoption application and I will be in touch.

Thanks for thinking of a rescue,

Stephanie

***** Congratulations to Munroe and Belinda and family on the adoption of this beautiful boy!*******  Pictures to follow!


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May 16

Brie is a wonderful girl who gets along with all shapes and sizes of dogs.  She is very playful so it would be great for her to have an active owner or to be with someone who has another young and playful dog. She is well mannered and will naturally follow you around.  She loves to be bathed and brushed and is always happy, friendly and a joy to have around.   She does like to jump up on people and she pulls on leash but training will curb this activity.  A fenced yard is a must for this lovely active girl. This Airedale loves her food and treats so training will not be a problem.  She would do really well in obedience classes and obedience lessons will be a condition of adoption.  Brie is intact and will be spayed prior to adoption.

If you are interested in adopting Brie, please submit our online application form

For further information regarding Brie, contact our Nova Scotia coordinator, Maureen Tate

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May 06

Sarah

By Maureen - BC Success No Comments »

Sixteen-month-old Sarah came into Ontario rescue on April 25/10. She had been bathed, but was horribly matted because she had never been groomed. It was believed that she had allergies and she had open sores on different parts of her body. She was loved but her family were moving and also expecting a new baby. They felt that they were not giving her the time she deserved.

Sarah is a lively girl that will sit, shake a paw and wait for a release command for her meals. She’s a sweetheart, needing some one that could give her the exercise and leadership that she’s been lacking. Because Sarah is a busy girl, without this leadership and exercise, she could easily become a nuisance.

Sarah is now living in a great home where she is being walked and played with. She has a new Mom and Dad and a Wheaton Terrier brother who has attended many obedience classes. Her skin issues are being addressed and she is starting to feel comfortable and happy with her forever family.

Barbara Durance in Ontario

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May 06

On April 24/10, Holly took a car ride to meet her new family in Brantford. Due to a divorce and a move to smaller living quarters, her original family had to say goodbye after six years to a wonderful affectionate Airedale.

Holly is a lady with impeccable manners, a lovely disposition and a dainty “aire”. She arrived, ready to meet her future family, wearing a bright new red collar and lead, the better to show off her wonderful grooming . When she was introduced to the couple who had offered her a home, her tail went up and she was happy to discover she would have a brother, a younger Airedale boy who was excited to have an Airedale sister to play with.

Holly’s forever home is wondering why they waited so long to add another Airedale to their family!

Barbara Durance in Ontario

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Apr 18

Once upon a time, there was an elderly Airedale named Murphy the Wonder Dog. Without Rescue, Murphy would not have survived past 11 years of age. Thanks to Rescue, he lived until he was nearly 15!

When Murphy was ten, his circumstances changed abruptly and not for the better. After years of living in comfort in a house, he found himself tethered in the yard while another dog occupied his home.

Picture the loss of freedom, suddenly being tied out on a short rope in the brutal Yukon weather and pulling until your throat hurt. Think about an old, old dog shivering endlessly in the winter ice and searching vainly for shelter from the hot summer sun . . . . Imagine having only a bowl of food, a dish of water and the hard ground or a snow drift for a bed and comfort.

Murphy stopped eating. Clearly, he hoped he might die and he nearly did until an AireCanada Airedale rescue worker undertook to save him . . . .

And then, once safe in Rescue’s care, no one wanted such an old, thin dog, so thin one could see his heart beat. His legs shook when he walked. He was nearly blind. “Why would we adopt this dog,” people asked, “when we can have a much younger animal?”

So he came to Jim and I to join Angie Airedale and our toy Poodle.

Murphy was one of the very best dogs we have ever had. He was gentle and quiet, loving and well-mannered, a character in his own right and, often, an inadvertently very funny boy. He ate for us and gained weight; we treated his ailments and he grew strong. His head came up and his tail stood straight as a ramrod. He was an Airedale again — one of the cherished ones, one of the lucky ones . . . .

And he was our boy for nearly three years . . . . We wouldn’t have traded those three years for anything . . . .

Airedale Rescue saves the old ones like Murphy the Wonder Dog (and middle aged ones and youngsters, too) and finds them new homes but not without cost. Please help us save more dogs like Murphy — one dog at a time!

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Apr 13
Due to a move to a smaller residence and not being able to properly exercise him, Ozzy’s owner is having to surrender him. Ozzy needs an active family that will walk or jog with him on a daily bases. He loves these activities and looks forward to them.  Although not destructive he gets bored when not exercised and left to his on devices. A fenced in back yard to call his own is a must.  Ozzy is an  affectionate dog with gentlemanly manners. He does not mark in the house or beg at the table. He sleeps on his bed at night. He is well trained and socialized with other dogs due to his attendance at Doggy Day Care. Like many of our Airedale kids Ozzy does cower or yelp if he fears something. He needs time to feel secure in his surroundings. He does enjoy being petted and fussed over but  he does not enjoy having his tummy rubbed unless he asks for the attention. He will get up and walk away. On the other hand he loves his bath and being groomed.
Ozzy is a healthy, 7 year old, neutered Male who needs a family to love and adore him and give him the activity he needs. He needs a home without young children.
If you are  in Ontario and  looking for a good looking mid sized Airedale gentleman  to love and enjoy an active life with,  please fill in an application and contact Barbara Durance  at bpdurance@rogers.com
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Feb 04
Hello my name Sky. I am an Airedale mix. Airedales are the largest of the Terriers and are known to be alert and energetic. With regular grooming, I may shed very little. This is true of the Airedale breed. I am a playful girl who loves to go for walks and play with my toys. People tell me that my eyes are those of an old soul. They are kind and warm. I walk well on the leash and have a lovely temperament. I can be choosy as to which dogs I get along with. I should remain on the leash in the company of other dogs, for the time being. I may not be quite ready to romp around the dog parks just yet. It’s very possible, that out of the kennel environment, I may react differently. It may just be the stress of being in the shelter that’s making me reactive to some the other dogs. Under the right guidance, with some training and genuine TLC, I know I will make a great companion dog. I can’t wait to meet my new owner. Are you the one for me? Please say yes.
 Sky is up-to-date with routine shots, house trained and spayed/neutered.

Sky has been adopted by a very special family who are taking her home even after learning that she has just been diagnosed with cancer.


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Jan 31

 

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THIS DOG. HE HAS BEEN PLACED IN A NEW HOME!

Handsome Teddy Bear would love to have a new home before he reaches the age of five months on Feb. 10.

This Airedale pup lavishes affection on all he meets. He’s also very smart and, in the past two weeks, has learned to sit, to recall, to walk on leash, and to understand the concept of house training.  He likes  men, women and children, and is on his way to being well-socialized.  He plays enthusiastically with the Airedales who live in his present foster home. Although we haven’t checked this out, we suspect Teddy would be fine with cats as well. We think he would love to have older children (age 10+) or other dogs in his new home for companionship and fun.

Teddy Bear is in excellent health. He has had his puppy vaccinations and a vasectomy which will prevent him from reproducing without interfering with his physical or mental development. Teddy’s tail is undocked and he retains his dewclaws.  He possesses excellent conformation and has the nicest coat we have ever seen on an Airedale puppy.

We like Teddy’s temperament very much. While he is slightly wary at first, he soon adapts to new situations, is consistently friendly and behaves politely. He learns very quickly what behaviors will not be accepted and which are fine. Considering he is a teething puppy, Teddy, if he is supervised, does not seem to chew randomly or cause significant amounts of household damage.  He currently sleeps in a crate but doubtless will be fine on a dog bed near his owner when he grows up a wee bit more.

We would favor a home for Teddy Bear where he will be raised holistically with a view to his enjoying a long, happy life. A securely fenced yard is a requirement as it is for all Airedales placed by AireCanada. Teddy Bear is a real “people dog” and, in our estimation, will do best with a family where someone is home much of the time.

If you are interested in adopting Teddy Bear, please complete and submit the application form . If you would like further information about Teddy Bear, please  contact Maureen Scott < generic.puppy@gmail.com >

 

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Jan 17

Rosie in NS

By Maureen - Nova Scotia Success 7 Comments »
 
Rosie is a beautiful, 5 1/2 year old Airedale Terrier who has not had a very good start in life. 

She has had at least one litter of puppies and possibly more.  She is one of the most gentle Airedales I have had the pleasure if taking into rescue.
She came to AireCanada a woolly bear, almost unrecognizable as an Airedale and as you can see from her pictures she looks very much like the Airedale she is. She was also intact and had a lump the size of a golf ball almost at the base of her neck,
 
She has been spayed, the lump has been removed and she is micro-chipped.  Rosie has not had much exercise in her life and consequently she has very little muscle mass. 
 
A FENCED YARD  is a must for her adoption.  She is great with other dogs, does not like cats and is great with children, men and woman.  However because of her size  adoption will only be considered with families that have older children or families that already have a dog and the children are dog savvy.


Rosie has been adopted and is now very happy in her new home






 
 





 



 

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