Subject SEELEY COLLIE SEIZURE Date Tue Nov 6 2007 21:10 Author Doreen

First let me say that I am grateful that the dogs have been rescued and NEVER have to live with such an evil woman ever again. But I’m fuming! Only 1 count of animal cruelty for all the torture that woman did to those poor defenseless dogs? 3 years probation? No animals for 3 years? They’ve got to be kidding!! This mean and hateful woman should NEVER be allowed to own any animals. She also should be ordered to pay for the medical care that the dogs will need. JEESH! Personally, I feel that when people treat any type of animal in an unkind way, they should be made to live in the same conditions. Maybe then...and only then...will they realize the impact of their horrible actions. I guess the thing that makes me the most angry, is that if it were humans that this was being done to, we all know that the consequences would be much different. Thank you to all the rescuers out there who help those who don't have a voice.

	Subject SEELEY COLLIES Date Tue Nov 13 2007 11:20 Author Diane Mancini-CRLNE President (crlneinfo@aol.com)
We feel your frustration and anger also. Our animal cruelty/abuse laws need to get some real TEETH!!

Subject :) Date Thu Jan 31 2008 17:12 Author Megan (megundai@yahoo.com) File: S3600008.JPG

We have finally been matched with a new collie and from what I have heard (over the phone) he is a perfect friend. I am really excited about meeting him for the first time, in March when my spring vacation starts. Gus is really adjusting to his new surroundings and is loving the non-stop attention that my parents are giving him! Thank you so much for rescuing him and all the other collies that deserve a second chance. Sincerely, Megan

Subject Seeley Collie Seizure Date Thu Nov 8 2007 10:40 Author Elaine (missemg@yahoo.com)

I'm as disgusted as you Doreen ---how could they only give this woman 3 years probation!! Then when that is up she can get more dogs! Not right! She should have community time, at at shelter. She should be made to PAY for some of the medical bills for these poor babies.SHE SHOULD NEVER BE ALLOWED ANIMALS AGAIN! I hope The Collie Rescue will be able to get some of these dogs and find them homes. I myself would love to try and adopt one of them. How heart breaking to read these dogs still wag their tails after living in such conditions. I want to wrap my arms around all of them!

	Subject Seeley case Date Sun Nov 11 2007 20:02 Author Barb Giffin (TGIFvt2@msn.com)
I am so saddened by this. This evil witch can get 20 wonderful, gentle collies to torture.... and our loving family can't get 1 to love. Sad and wrong.

	Subject Seeley Case Date Tue Nov 13 2007 11:30 Author Diane Mancini-CRLNE President (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Barb, It is awful to think someone could become so blind to what was happening in their home. If her husband had not become ill and social services gone in, who knows how long those collies would have remained.

	Subject Seeley case Date Wed Nov 14 2007 19:53 Author Barb Giffin (TGIFvt2@msn.com)
It just makes me sick to think that this was the HOUSEHOLD living conditions. Very, very sad.

	Subject Seeley Collies Date Sun Jan 13 2008 12:30 Author Ginger (cleary1414@comcast.net)
Perhaps you should check out the latest update from Jean Levitt of AWCA..... http://www.awca.net/SeeleyColliesJan.132008.htm It is pretty disgusting and something needs to be done to save these poor dogs... they have gone from bad to worse!

	Subject Collie Calendar Date Fri Nov 30 2007 18:46 Author Doreen (dlynchpelham@comcast.net)
Thanks to Sarah too!!!

Subject ADOPTION OUTSIDE OF NEW ENGLAND Date Tue Jan 8 2008 15:42 Author BEVERLY MCDERMOTT (beverlymcdermott@yahoo.com)

I GREATLY ADMIRE THE WORK THAT YOU DO AND I WISH THAT IT WERE POSSIBLE FOR SOMEONE WHO WISHES TO ADOPT OUTSIDE OF N.E. TO BE CONSIDERED. THE LI RESCUE GROUP MIGHT BE WILLING TO SEND A MEMBER TO INSPECT THE HOME AND INTERVIEW A POTENTIAL FAMILY AS LONG AS THE APOTIVE FAMILY WOULD BE WILLING TO PICK UP THE COLLIE IN PERSON. SURELY YOU GET SIMILAR REQUESTS FROM PEOPLE OUTSIDE N.E. AS A PERSON WHO HAS BEEN LOOKING TO ADOPT A COLLIE FOR OVER A YEAR NOW I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF I COULD QUALIFY TO ADOPT EVEN IF I HAD TO TRAVEL A DISTANCE TO BRING A COLLIE TO A LOVING, KNOWLEDGIBLE HOME. AS A FORMER COLLIE OWNER I KNOW THAT THERE IS NO OTHER DOG QUITE LIKE A COLLIE. PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. BEVERLY MCDERMOTT FLUSHING NEW YORK

	Subject ADOPTION OUTSIDE OF NEW ENGLAND Date Wed Jan 9 2008 19:25 Author Doreen
Is it true? I don't see where it says that CRLNE will not adopt outside of N.E. I always refer people to CRLNE no matter where they're from.

Subject Out of Area Adoption Date Wed Jan 9 2008 11:55 Author Elaine (missemg@yahoo.com)

I agree with Beverly. I am a long time ower of collies, raising some from puppies, and adopting others. I am looking for another one to bring into my family and have been unable to find one locally. I have contacted Collie Rescue groups out of area and they will not adopt out to me. I am willing to drive to pick up the dog. This is very frustrating. I'm on a list to be called about the Seeley Dogs, but it has been weeks and I have heard nothing. Time is marching one for one of my dogs to have a playmate. My 7 year old wants a dog to play with - - and my 12 year old doesn't want to play. Here I am willing to give a loving home to a collie - and I cannot find a collie!! I'm a bit frustrated right now. I am not looking for a puppy...I would love an older dog. Elaine

Subject Adoption Date Thu Jan 10 2008 21:49 Author Diane Mancini-CRLNE President (crlneinfo@aol.com)

I understand all of your frustrations of trying to adopt a 'rescue' collie. Please believe me when I say that this is NO reflection on you/your family/your home personally. Our bylaws dictate that a Collie Rescue League of NEW ENGLAND volunteer must do the home visit, and sometimes it's impossible to ask someone to travel hours to do a visit. I'm sure you understand that ALL of us our volunteers and the majority of us work FULL time. If you would like to discuss this further, please email crlneinof@aol.com and I will gladly continue this conversation with you. Especially in regard to the Seeley collies. The one thing I do NOT want to do is turn you away from attemtping to adopt a collie. They are the BEST breed of dog, in my opinion. (Sorry to my husband who feels that the Brittany is the best.) Please email me for further discussion!

	Subject adoption Date Thu Jan 8 2009 12:58 Author joseph baldo (jbaldo@johncrane.com)
Enter your message here. please advise if bear and oliver are available for adoption thanks you joe baldo

Subject OLIVER AND BEAR Date Thu Jan 8 2009 06:47 Author JOSEPH AND ROSEMARIE BALDO (rosiebaldo@yahoo.com)

Enter your message here. My husband emailed you today regarding Bear and Oliver. We would like to know if they are still available for adoption as we are interested in both dogs. Our beloved Golden Retriever, Willow, passed away on December 21, 2008 and we are hoping to share our lives and home with another pet/pets. We would like to know the status of both dogs (re. health, availability, etc). We are residents of Coventry, Rhode Island. We have our own home with a fenced in yard. Our home phone is (401) 821-3919. Would you please email us as soon as possible. We already printed out a copy of the application form for adoption. Thank you for your consideration. We would like to obtain a return email regarding receipt of our email. Thank you. Rosemarie and Joseph Baldo 9 Pembroke Lane Coventry, RI 02816 (401) 821-3919

	Subject adoption Date Thu Jan 8 2009 12:35 Author joseph baldo (jbaldo@johncrane.com)
Enter your message here. i would like to no if bear and oliver are still available for adoption thank you very much joe baldo

	Subject Collie College - Education Date Sun Feb 3 2008 21:58 Author Doreen
Kudos to Pam! Nice article on Lyme Disease. I look forward to future interesting and educational articles. Thanks!

	Subject Gracie Date Tue Apr 22 2008 15:34 Author Michelle Kilduff (michelle.kilduff@gmail.com)
Does anyone has information on Gracie? She was adopted last fall. We miss her terribly and would love an update. Michelle

	Subject Gracie Date Sat Apr 26 2008 13:37 Author Diane Mancini-CRLNE President (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Hello Michelle-I will email you privately.

	Subject EMMA Date Sun May 4 2008 21:05 Author Doreen
HIP HIP HOORAY! Congratulations to Emma on her pending adoption. Way to go CRLNE!

Subject Emma Date Sat May 10 2008 20:30 Author Barb Giffin (TGIFvt2@msn.com)

Congratulation on Emma's adoption. Secondly, I want to thank you for posting info about the Seeley Collie Seizure and the shelter where they were being housed. By the way....the people that we met from the shelter are very kind. Thank you. We had never been dog parents, but had both been around collies when we were children. We knew the kind and gentle souls that they are....and also the fireballs of energy that the younger ones are. I wanted a dog that I didn't have to housetrain, and one that was a bit older...one that I wouldn't be responsible for spaying or care afterwards. That is a hard part for me, to see them in pain. Emma was who we hoped to adopt. However, feeling that we had wasted over a year waiting for YOUR Emma, we went onto the Seeley Collie Seizure site and the SPCA of Upstate NY. One January morning we loaded the kids into the car and drove almost 2 hours to their Pet adoption days. We came home with a most precious cargo asleep on the kid's laps all of the way. We adopted a collie mix who was rescued from Tennessee. She was just 11 weeks old. She was on the list to be euthanized at the shelter where she was housed and had been a transported rescue to NY the day before. Yes, I had to housetrain her in the middle of a cold January. I liken it to potty training a child. I have had 3. Yes, I had to hold her after she was spayed and care for her and it was hard. Yes, I had to teach her not to bite or to chew on things she shouldn't. She knows that her toys are for that now and she has a bucket full. She is a genius and she is totally loved. She plays soccer every day with the kids. She runs and jumps and is very happy, healthy, and wonderful. She is now 6 months old. She is a beauty and turns heads where ever she goes, but more importantly, she is ours. I am very happy that they didn't have the same hoops that your organization does. I only had to wait 9 months for a baby....not a year and a half for a puppy. I know that you are trying to do the best for the dog, but from what I have seen, overkill is an obvious adjective. By the way....our puppy's name is Emma.

Subject Emma Date Sun May 11 2008 08:13 Author Doreen

Hi, Glad to hear you found a pup and are happy. I myself worked in animal rescue, and saw first hand what happens if the "hoops" aren't followed. The dogs end up back in rescue, sometimes with issues (separation anxiety, etc.) that they may not have had when adopted out. Good rescuers, no matter what breed of dogs they rescue, (especially those rescues that are foster homes as opposed to shelters, as fosters really know the animal that lives with them), are only looking out for the best interest of the animal. Sometimes that means not adopting out to a home, an animal that the rescuers just don't feel will be good for the home. It doesn't mean that a family is not a good family; it just means that a particular dog is maybe not the right one for their home. The rescuers work hard, dedicating their lives to finding the right ‘forever home’ for a pet. They take these animals under their wings and protect them, until they feel that an appropriate home is found. This can sometimes take a long time. Also, home visits are a MUST with most reputable groups, for the safety and welfare of the animal.

Subject EMMA Date Mon May 19 2008 18:12 Author Barb Giffin (TGIFvt2@msn.com)

We have a lot of stairs in our house. We could not accommodate an older dog. We DID have a home visit. Ou pup DID have separation issues. We DID have all of the STUFF that you had mentioned. We WOULD have been a very good match for a very hyper dog. Our pup WAS in RESCUE AND FOSTER and NOT just a shelter. Unfortunately, YOUR dog wasn't LUCKY enough to get US! Sorry, another lucky rescue/foster WAS.

	Subject EMMA Date Mon May 12 2008 19:26 Author Joan Harrigan (sunnybankmaine@earthlink.net)
Congratulations to Emma and her new family! I have standard poodles, but have always had a soft spot for collies, and have had two wonderful collies in the past. I kept reading Emma's bio, and wondering why she wasn't adopted. I'm so happy for her and for her new family. I think CRLNE does a great job! Best wishes, Joan Harrigan

	Subject NEVAAR Date Thu May 29 2008 21:26 Author BRAD F. STENDER (FLINTBRIDGE@GMAIL.COM)
I HAVE ALWAYS OWNED COLLIES. NEVAAR IS SO BEAUTIFUL.I LOVE THAT FACE AND EXPRESSION. I WISH HERE WAS A VIDEO.

	Subject nevaar Date Mon Jun 23 2008 23:41 Author BRAD F. STENDER (FLINTBRIDGE@GMAIL.COM)
did nevaar get adopted yet? i love that face.

Subject NEVAAR Date Wed Jun 18 2008 20:40 Author Shirley valley (svalley@metrocast.net)

Nevaar was very dear to my heart, I have missed him since he has been gone, he was always at my house, sometimes from morning till night,sitting on my front porch, people thought he was my dog but he wasn't.He loved to play with my two dogs. I often gave him dog biscuits, he was such a loving and well behave dog, would jump up on me lick my face, sit in front of me and shake. He is a beautiful dog and I wish I could of adopted him, but I know now that is not possible, I only hope who ever adopts him will love him and take good care of him as he always had a place in my heart.And I will never forget him. This picture of him is how I have remembered him. I miss you Nevarr and only wish I could see you again. Your neighbor, Shirley

	Subject 2008 CRLNE Annual Meeting & Picnic Date Sat Jul 19 2008 08:04 Author Doreen
I wanted to say how nice it was to see so many beautiful collies at the picnic. (I sure did miss seeing Benny and meeting Caleb though.) CRLNE you do a wonderful job rescuing homeless collies. Also, my thanks to Glenn, who worked the auction/store that day. You were not only very helpful, but a pleasure to speak with. What a great asset you are to CRLNE! Keep up the good work,CRLNE.

	Subject 2008 CRLNE Annual Meeting & Picnic Date Thu Jul 24 2008 12:30 Author Diane Mancini-CRLNE-President (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Thank you Doreen! The annual meeting/picnic is ALWAYS fun-rain or shine. How can it NOT be fun with all those collies???!!!

Subject NEVAAR Date Tue Sep 2 2008 19:41 Author Shirley valley (svalley@metrocast.net)

Checking to see if he has been adopted yet. I still wish that I could of. I look up into our back field and can still picture Navaar running across the field to my house, coming to the front of the house barking to let me know he is there. I open the door give him a biscuit or two, let him go into our back yard that is fenced in to play with my 2 lab's. I sure do miss you Navaar, and think of you often. When I mentioned his name to my dog Molly, she perks up her ears and goes to look across the field where he use to run. She remembers you also and misses you. I hope who ever adopts you will take very good care of you and love you as much as I could have. I will never forget you, love your neighbor, shirley

	Subject President's Award for Service Date Fri Nov 14 2008 19:12 Author Doreen
Congratulations to Joyce Davies on her recent President's Award for Service. Miss seeing you Joyce.

	Subject LOVE COLLIES Date Sat Feb 21 2009 20:05 Author JOLENE DAYTER (pdayter@nycap.rr.com)
Enter your message here.LOST OUR BELOVED COLLIE A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO FROM OLD AGE. FINDING IT HARD TO LIVE WITHOUT HIM BUT LOVED LOOKING AT YOURS. WE HAVE TWO CATS AND A LITTLE BLIND MALTESE SO NONE OF THE RESCUE DOGS ARE SUITABLE FOR US. LADDLE WAS OUR LITTLE BLIND DOGS SEEING EYE DOG.

	Subject LOVE COLLIES Date Tue Mar 3 2009 13:08 Author Diane Mancini - President CRLNE (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Dear Jolene, I am so sorry about the loss of your collie. I am sure he was loved dearly and missed just as much.

	Subject how to enter a memorial Date Sun Mar 1 2009 21:28 Author Katy (kbthompson2@comcast.net)
We recently lost our rescue collie, Lacey, unexpectedly after a very short illness(3 days) and would like to include her on the memorial page, could you direct us on how to do that?

	Subject Sending your memorial to CRLNE Date Tue Mar 3 2009 13:12 Author Diane Mancini - President CRLNE (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Please forward a photo, a few lines about your collie and his/her birthdate and date of passing to: crlneinfo@aol.com. Your memorial will be posted as soon as possible!

	Subject Entering a Memorial Date Mon Mar 2 2009 20:34 Author Lori-Anne Lawton (lalawton@sbcglobal.net)
I, too, would like to enter "My boys" into your memorial.

	Subject Volunteering Date Mon Mar 2 2009 20:35 Author Lori-Anne Lawton (lalawton@sbcglobal.net)
A few years ago, I was a volunteer who performed site visits of prospective adoption homes. After changing jobs, I found I had little/no time to continue. My schedule has since settled down and I would like to, once again, become a volunteer - to perform home visits or perhaps assist in transportation.

	Subject Fences Date Thu Mar 5 2009 13:43 Author Emily (estonex23@aol.com)
From looking at your adoption list,the fence requiremnent is understantable, but can it be electic fence instead of a above ground fence, with the understanding that the dog would need to remain on leash or under supervision unitl trained?

	Subject Fences Date Thu Mar 5 2009 14:56 Author Diane Mancini - President CRLNE (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Discussion continued via the crlneinfo@aol.com

	Subject PICNIC PICTURES! Date Tue Jul 14 2009 11:54 Author Diane Mancini-CRLNE President (crlneinfo@aol.com)
I hope everyone gets a chance to look at the picnic pictures....all of them are wonderful...just like the folks and collies in them!!! Thank you Linda, for doing such a great job getting them on the website.

	Subject LOVE COLLIES Date Sat Aug 1 2009 00:13 Author Brenda (Brendajharlow@gmail.com)
Enter your message here.just looking!!

	Subject LOVE COLLIES Date Tue Aug 4 2009 08:46 Author Diane Mancini-President CRLNE (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Thanks for stopping by our website. We love collies too!

Subject adopting a collie Date Sat Aug 22 2009 10:08 Author Cathy Vellucci (cavell722@aol.com)

I had the privilege of adopting a ten year old collie two years ago. I was on the fence about adopting an older collie, but once I saw Baxter, it was love at first sight. Though I only had him for just over a year before he died, it was a magnificent year! He loved us, and we loved him to pieces. Never, ever do I regret taking him in even though we didn't have him as long as we hoped we would. Though it's been a year now that he's been gone, I miss him immensely. He was my best bud. Keep up the good work!

	Subject adopting a collie Date Fri Aug 28 2009 17:57 Author Diane Mancini-President CRLNE (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Hello Cathy! I am saddened to hear about the passing of Baxter. The senior collies are the special ones, for sure. The love they have to share is endless. Thank you for being there for him.

Subject adopting a rescue collie Date Mon Aug 31 2009 20:02 Author Alane M. Barret (alane_m_barrett@roadrunner.com)

I have been trying to email your rescue league many times but my emails keep getting returned. I would like to rescue a collie, prefer a tri-colored, young. I have had 4 collies, and I am about to lose my last one due to old age and illness. I heart belongs to the breed. I have lots of love to give to another collie or two. We have always had sables but have wanted a tri-colored. We are open to sables or blue merle. Hopefully, someone will read this and contact me. Thank you very much for the opportunity to sign your guestbook. My heart goes out to all those collie lovers out there. God bless you. Alane M. Barrett

Subject Lady Date Sat Oct 10 2009 17:05 Author Kim Potter

Enter your message here. I just want to pass along a big THANK YOU to CRLNE. They were wonderful throughout our entire adoption process of Ms. Lady a 9 year old Sable Collie. A huge thank you to Todd, Diane, Rebecca and Nancy. You all made this possible for our family and we are so happy. Lady goes everywhere with us. If you are thinking of adopting, get off the fence and do it with this organization. What a class act. Thanks Again Kim, Mike, Kayla and Chandler Potter.

	Subject Lady Date Mon Oct 19 2009 12:02 Author Diane Mancini-President CRLNE (crlneinfo@aol.com)
Kim, Your kinds words bring warmth to our hearts; the home and love you give to Lady is priceless. There is nothin' like a collie!

	Subject Lily Date Fri Nov 20 2009 21:37 Author Eileen McCarthy (emccarthy27@verizon.net)
We've had the wonderful fortune to adopt the sweetest girl, Lily, into our family! We adopted her in early September and it was love at first sight. We want to thank Pat,Rebecca and Diane for all your terrific help in finding us such a beauty. CRLNE is such a fabulous operation-we can't thank you enough! Jim,Eileen, John,and Lily McCarthy

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