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If you are interested in adopting please don't hesitate to fill out an application on our Adoption Page after reading through our policies and procedures.
Meet Willie Nelson!
Willie to his friends. Willie is a healthy, active 4 1/2 yr old who is full of energy and exuberance for life.
Willie is coming from a very busy home with a dual working couple, a new 4 month old baby, two other dogs (both female) and a cat.
They've had him since a puppy, but his motivation for food has grown into food aggression with the other smaller, older dogs. Out of concern for their soon to be toddler, his pawrents have decided he deserves a home where he gets all the attention and a lot more activity.
Willie will be 5 in November. He is currently 75 lbs but should be 68-70. He is neutered, current on shots, and microchipped.
He knows his basic commands, but needs a refresher and consistency with his training.
He would be best as the only dog in the house but he has happily lived with a cat. He does get along with other dogs if food is nowhere to be found - e.g. on walks, dog park, etc. When he meets dogs outside of the home he sniffs them and then typically wants to play.
He is good with everyone including cats and children. O.k. almost everyone. Let's just say the Vet is not his favorite. His current family has a 4 month old and his pawrents report that he’s very kind, gentle, and affectionate.
Willy loves ear scratches, belly rubs, giving hugs and kisses, sitting on your lap, and cuddling by laying beside or across your lap. He is the sweetest boy and loves to stand up on his hind legs, put his paws on your shoulders to hug you and then give you a kiss. He’s exceptionally smart and has that Airedale trait of stubbornness mixed in with a soupçon of a desire to please.
Location: Willie is currently with a foster in Oregon, but transport can be arranged for the right home. If you live in California, Oregon, or Washington and you have an active lifestyle with a lot of time to spend with a furry companion, please don't hesitate to fill out an application on our Adoption Page for Willie or for another Airedale that might be a future match.
Oliver (Update: Adoption Pending)
This is Oliver, a big beautiful boy who is looking for a new home! The first thing you should know about Oliver is that he has been well-loved.
Oliver and his family moved from a house with a large yard to an apartment and at the same time their work demand increased. Oliver is not happy in his new situation, developing behaviors caused by stress, tension, and boredom. They love him so much that they are willing to rehome him so that he can have a better environment and an active lifestyle with people that can spend time with him.
At 7 yrs old and 105 lbs., Oliver is one of those Airedales that is still very much a puppy. He is a good boy who knows the basic commands. He doesn’t dig, is good in the house, but may or may not be guilty of counter surfing. He is neutered, microchipped, and current on shots.
Oliver likes: running on the beach, riding in cars, and hanging out with his people.
Oliver has developed a dislike for the vet and groomers, especially when someone tries to groom his paws or cut his nails.
Oliver grew-ups with a cat and is most likely fine with a cat in the home. He has no experience with children.
Oliver walks well without pulling when using a gentle leader.
Oliver is fine with other dogs he meets around town or at the beach but can be reactive around his own home.
Oliver is currently being fostered in Oregon. If you live in California, Oregon, or Washington, you have an active lifestyle, and a lot of time to spend with a furry companion, please don't hesitate to fill out an application on our Adoption Page for Oliver or for another Airedale that might come into our rescue in the future.
(Update: Adopted!) Sweet Maggie May Needs a New Home
Ms. Maggie May came to Rescue suddenly last weekend when the RV home she was living in was given an eviction notice. Unfortunately, her 94-yr. old owner had died a month earlier and the extended family is not in a position to take her.
Maggie May is a sweetheart!! She is kind and gentle, loving everyone she meets: men, women, kids. She loves all dogs and cats too! Her dad loved her to the moon and back, but he showed it by feeding her too much. Walking was not possible because he had mobility issues.
Maggie May is a beautiful 8 yr. old standard size Airedale who is overweight at 90 lbs.! She should be around 65 lbs. so a healthy diet with an increase in exercise is a MUST in her new home.
We’ve had her checked out by a Vet and she’s in good health, but does have an ear infection and some skin issues which we are addressing. A good diet and regular grooming will help keep this at bay once it’s cleared.
Maggie May is one of those Airedales who you can take anywhere and meet anyone. She greets every person and each day with good humor and affection.
Maggie May is currently being fostered in Portland, Oregon, but transportation can be arranged for the right home.
If you are interested in adopting her, please don't hesitate to fill out an application on our Adoption Page.