Question 1

Founder/President to the Board of Directors - Mandy Lewis

Accepted Answer

Mandy Lewis is the dedicated founder and president of ADL. While Mandy is your go-to contact for urgent medical situations and emergencies, she also welcomes any general questions or requests for guidance. Her door is always open to help you navigate any challenges you may face.

For any rescue related emergencies, please add Mandy’s private cell phone number, 920-691-6970, to your contacts. She is available 24/7 to assist in critical situations. Please remember, this number is strictly for emergencies, and we kindly ask that it not be shared publicly. All other communications regarding the rescue should be directed via email to ensure privacy and organization.

Question 2

Wellness Coordinator/Vice President to the Board of Directors - Lindsey Decker

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Meet Lindsey Decker, our incredible vice president, who works alongside Sara Harder as your dedicated foster wellness coordinators. Together, they are here to assist you with any medical or behavioral questions regarding the dogs in our program.

With years of professional experience under her belt, Lindsey is dedicated to ensuring that every foster experience is enriching and successful. She combines her expert knowledge of dog behavior with a compassionate approach, guiding fosters through the journey of integration and training. Lindsey's unwavering commitment to creating positive connections fosters not only happier dogs but also stronger bonds with their forever families.

To ensure you receive the quickest support possible, please start a chat on Facebook Messenger that includes both wellness coordinators. This way, if one is unavailable, another can step in to help, making it a reliable resource for any urgent concerns. Your dogs’ well-being is our top priority!

Question 3

Wellness Coordinator/Adoption Coordinator/Board Member - Sara Harder

Accepted Answer

Meet Sara Harder, our dedicated wellness coordinator who also serves alongside Lindsey Decker. 
To ensure you receive prompt assistance regarding any medical or behavioral issues, please start a chat on Facebook Messenger that includes both wellness coordinators. This collaborative approach allows for quick support, ensuring that your concerns are addressed efficiently and effectively.

Sara also serves as our Adoption Coordinator, who is the primary source of communication for all adopters, overseeing the application process and ensuring everything runs smoothly. She’s a fantastic resource for any questions related to the adoption process, applications, or general inquiries.

In addition to her vital role in adoptions and wellness, Sara serves on our board of directors, consistently advocating for the best interests of our dogs. Her commitment and compassion make her an invaluable part of our team!

Question 4

Intake Coordinator/Dog Listing Specialist/Board Member - Anne Baranski

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Meet Anne Baranski, one of the key figures in ensuring we have loving foster homes for the dogs in our program. Alongside Ally Immel, you will find them both actively posting about dogs seeking foster placements in our private group. They are here to assist you with respite fostering during travel or vacations, as well as helping to relocate a foster if needed.

In addition, with her expertise on dogs and writing, and the support of Megan Hjertstedt, Anne ensures that every dog shines in their listings, maximizing their chances for adoption. If you have questions about getting your dog listed or need to update their bio, Anne and Megan are your go-to duo.  Please be sure to include them both via Facebook messenger.

Most importantly, when she’s not busy saving lives, Anne serves on our board of directors, playing a crucial role in the success of our organization. Her dedication and passion for animal welfare make her an invaluable asset to our team!

Question 5

Intake Coordinator/Records Coordinator/Board Member - Ally Immel

Accepted Answer

Meet Ally Immel, a vital member of our team dedicated to finding loving foster homes for the dogs in our program. Alongside Anne Baranski, Ally actively shares information about dogs looking for foster placements in our private group. She also assists with respite fostering for travel or vacations, as well as helping with any necessary relocations of foster dogs.

In addition, Ally serves as our Records Coordinator. She ensures that all dog records are received, reviewed, and maintained, keeping fosters informed about the medical care each dog needs as they transition into their foster homes.

Ally's passion for animal welfare and her meticulous attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to our mission of helping every dog in need!

Question 6

Dog Listing Specialist - Megan Hjertstedt

Accepted Answer

Meet Megan Hjertstedt, our dedicated Dog Listing Specialist! Alongside Anne, Megan works tirelessly to ensure that every dog shines in their listings, maximizing their chances for adoption. If you have questions about getting your dog listed or need to update their bio, don’t hesitate to reach out to both Megan and Anne for the best results.
Please remember to include both Megan and Anne Baranski in any Facebook messages you send. We are incredibly grateful for the care and attention Megan puts into helping your dog find a wonderful future. Together, they’re committed to making a difference for our furry friends!

Question 7

Transport Coordinator - Lisa Sangalang-Mieritz

Accepted Answer

Lisa is an invaluable addition to our transport team, having successfully managed several of our Tennessee transports and provided vital support at our events. She will now be working alongside Lorrie to coordinate our Tennessee drivers, ensuring both the dogs and drivers reach Wisconsin safely. In addition, Lisa will be instrumental in organizing local transports for dogs in need, continuing her commitment to making a difference in the lives of our furry friends. We're lucky to have her on board!

Question 8

Foster Onboarding Specialist - Sandy Corrigan

Accepted Answer

Welcome aboard! Introducing Sandy Corrigan, our exceptional onboarding specialist. Sandy is dedicated to making your transition as smooth as possible, and she also passionately fosters special needs dogs at Albert's, making her a true asset to our team. She will be reaching out soon to walk you through our processes and policies. While it may feel overwhelming at first, you can rely on Sandy for support every step of the way, ready to address any questions you have as you settle in. With her guidance, you’ll quickly feel at home and confident about who to reach out to as you begin this spectacular foster journey.

Question 9

Volunteer Coordinator - Erica Ede

Accepted Answer

Erica has been part of Albert's Dog Lounge for the past couple of years as both an experienced foster and dedicated volunteer. Combined with her professional background working with events and the public, she brings the perfect mix of experience, organization, and people skills to this role. Erica has a natural ability to make people feel welcome, and she'll be a great resource for our non-foster volunteers, helping them get connected, feel supported, and find meaningful ways to use their talents so we can continue building the strongest volunteer team possible.

Question 10

Media Specialist - Dee Hogland

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Dee joined Albert's Dog Lounge after adopting her first foster dog from us and has since become an invaluable part of our team. She oversees many of our communications efforts, including writing our monthly newsletter, managing our website, maintaining our online store, and helping coordinate our social media presence. Her creativity, attention to detail, and talent for clear, engaging communication elevate everything we do. We are incredibly fortunate to have Dee sharing her expertise with Albert's Dog Lounge and helping ensure our organization is represented with professionalism, consistency, and heart.

Question 11

Social Media Coordinator - Megan Creamer

Accepted Answer

Meet Megan Creamer, our spectacular Social Media Coordinator! Megan is dedicated to profiling our dogs across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, ensuring that we engage actively with our followers and supporters. If you have any adorable pictures or videos of your foster dog, don’t hesitate to send them to Megan—she loves showcasing their personalities and spreading the word about our furry friends.

Always open to suggestions, Megan prioritizes our dogs in everything she does. With her creativity and passion, she plays a vital role in raising awareness and finding loving homes for our adoptable pups. Connect with Megan to help share the joy of our dogs with the world!

Question 12

Supply Coordinator/HAWS Coordinator - Karrie Rogers

Accepted Answer

Meet Karrie Rogers, our go-to expert for ordering supplies from Amazon and Chewy! If you need items shipped—whether it’s food, coats, supplements, or more—Karrie is here to help. Just a quick note: if you’re close to our headquarters in Whitewater, WI, we encourage you to pick up supplies in person before placing any online orders.

In addition to ensuring our dogs have high-quality food and supplies, Karrie is also the primary point of contact for scheduling appointments at HAWS (the low-cost vet) in Milwaukee. If you’re interested in setting up an appointment, Karrie will be more than happy to assist and coordinate everything for you. Reach out to her for all your needs—she’s dedicated to making a difference for our furry friends!

Question 13

Special Projects Coordinator - Kyleigh Robinson

Accepted Answer

Kyleigh serves as our Special Projects Coordinator, stepping in wherever an extra set of creative, organized hands is needed. Whether it's brainstorming new ideas, coordinating unique projects, creating music videos, or tackling the one-off challenges that don't fit into anyone else's role, Kyleigh is always ready to jump in. As a teacher, she brings exceptional organization, creativity, and problem-solving skills to everything she does. Her ability to take an idea and turn an idea into reality makes her an invaluable asset to Albert's Dog Lounge, especially when those unexpected or unconventional projects come our way.

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