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Testimonials 2010 -2012

6/25/12 Kitsy… Thank you for our little Gracie. She potty trained almost immediately at 8 weeks and sleeps and plays well with others, and is perfect. She is now about 16 weeks and everyone loves her. She gets along with all the other dogs at the beach and elsewhere, especially due to her sweet disposition. Tell Bella how much we appreciate her little sweetie. Thanks to you, too, Kitsy… -Sam and Sue Blick
10/23/11 Kitsy, I can’t believe three years have passed without us sending you an update on Kona... She continues to shine! She’s still very attentive and very eager to please. She has become a fabulous member of the family. She really enjoys playing soccer in the park these days. About 9 months ago we rescued a mini Aussie that looks so much like Kona we sometimes call her Mini-Me =) Kona has been so great at helping this rescue learn to trust people it’s been really great to watch and we really believe Kona has helped save this little dog. I’ve attached a photo of Kona by herself as well as one with her and Zoey. We’ll be keeping an eye on your litters (as always) and we’re considering another Aussie in three years. Hard to believe Kona will be 5 this December! She’s been such a blessing to our family and again, we thank you for entrusting her to us. We hope all is well with you. ~Lisa and John
4/18/11Hey Kitsy, The two black tri girls from Bella and Feathers litters had their first “show outing” at the Joshua Tree’s show in Palmdale. It was only puppy sweeps for them, but they enjoyed their day and got to be “out and about”. They both have such marvelous temperaments. They were in two puppy classes, in one Bella’s pup was first and Feather’s pup was second (out of only three). They are learning to stand and be good for grooming and overall were very nicely mannered the whole time. Feather’s girl is a “chunky monkey” but I really love her. Her coat will be very full it seems, had a little trouble grooming her coat down with all the puppy fuzz. She is always so happy and really seems to like all the kids that came up to pet her. She was a little grouchy with a couple of the other dogs so we are working on that. Bella’s girl is turning into quite the beauty. Her coat is so naturally black and she moves like a dream, just floats along. She just sat and took everything in. My daughter just loves her and I am so glad you talked me into the other pup as she seems to have taken over my first puppy. Cherlyn Pettigrew
6/17/10 Hi Kitsy, I was just checking your page out as I referred a friend to you yesterday, told them to check out your web site. Teddy & Cody are doing great, had an hour and a hlf at the dog park yesterday. Teddy has become a dog that watches everything very carefully, wants all dogs to behave properly, especially his nephew. If any dogs, particularly little yappy ones misbehave, he goes right up and explaind park etiquette in whatever way dogs talk to one anothe, he will not tolerate mis-behaviour from Cody or others, he's kind of the park monitor. He doesn't fight or pin them down, nothing physical, he just goes right up and stands over them like he is Cesar Milan and explains what is acceptable behavior. I love him to pieces, Cody has turned into a very sweet 2 and a half year old, although he still acts and plays as if he is 6 or 7 months. Oh, another thing, Teddy discovered the joys of dog toys, and he loves it when Cody falls asleep with a toy near him, he approaches stealthily so as not to awaken the little monster steals his toy and silently tags it over to wherever his is lying down at the moment and puts his nice big leg and part of his chest down over it, basically weighs it down. He is a stealth toy grabber, but only from Cody. The dynamics between the two of them I love. Cody thinks he knows everything, Teddy lets him think he does, and then SURPRISE. I'll send you some new pictures after they get their next bath. When I walk them, not a walk goes by that someone doesn't stop me on the street and say "what beautiful dogs", and they are correct. Thank you for 20 years of wonderful sweeties. I hope all is well with you and that you have a great summer. lynn, Teddy & Cody
3/6/11 We can't begin to tell you how happy we are with our new puppy. She is beautiful and so well behaved for an Aussie pup. She happily sleeps in her crate (almost all night) let's us know when she needs to go outside, plays with our son non-stop and has already learned a few commands. Whatever you do, keep doing it. I am also following up on the results of the tests. Have received them yet? Please let me know. I don't remember when you said you'd receive them. Thanks again, Michael, Candy, Mackenzie and Joey Wahl
3/29/2010 Dear Kitsy & John Seveland, My name is Jeff Dodd. My wife Donna and I Bought an australian Shepherd pup from you back in 2001. We named her Tilly. Just to let you know she has been a big part of our lives. She has helped raise four of our children and now helps with two grandkids. She is a great watchdog.........Very protective! We live in northern california in the city of Eureka. Tilly is doing great!!! We love her and she loves us very much. These are several pictures I took yesterday. Thanks again, Jeff Dodd
10/5/11 Hi Kitsy...My apologies for not staying in touch better..Gunner (Bella's litter mate red-tri brother) is doing just fine. He has a very special personality. We haven't made it to the show ring. MoF I think only a couple of show people have seen him. Both love his head...He is a little slight in the body - very athletic..All of my horse friends know him as my constant companion. He whines if he thinks we are going to the barns. Hates it when I ride...I hope I can get him over that..He has a little girl friend at the ranch..Boxer x Bloodhound..lol...Ann..she hangs from his collar and they race around the ranch...He is the most loving dog. My friend Jeanne started laughing at him because we were all talking and Gunner put his front feet on my chair and stood up and licked me on the chin...I am so used to his displays of affection I didn't even think a thing of it..BUT..that flipping your arm over his head can be a little disconcerting driving, hot coffee, doesn't matter. lol..I love him to death..We have had our differences..he is still young-red and male..but he is now starting to really be one of the GREAT ones. One of my friends told me of your special boy..that even if you did or didn't like is body type, you would love the dog because he had such presence and personality. I hope I can get my hours straightened out. Gunner would be a killer in the obedience ring. He has that GREAT expression. Hope all is well with you. Thanks for letting me have this guy. Patty Freyhof and Gunner
6/11/11 Hi Kitsy, Wanted to give you an update on Quigley. This was taken yesterday on his first trip to the ocean. He has begun obedience training and is doing great in class. He is such a fast learner and continues to amaze us. Thank you again for allowing us privilege to raise him. He is a blessing to our family. Teresa Lewis
3/23/22 Harley is doing well, she's already 15 lbs, loves to eat :) We're going to puppy preschool and she loves playing with other dogs. She is a quick learner too! I've attached a photo from last weekend, we went to Lake Tahoe and she LOVED playing in the snow! Susan
3/18/11 Hi Kitsy, Wanted to give you an update on Quigley. He is doing great. He ways 15# now. Everyone loves him. He has a very outgoing personality and thinks he rules the roost. Hope all is well with you. I will keep you posted on his progress. Teresa Lewis
3/11/11 Hi, Misty Blue is doing well….. she is so darling and sometimes such a devil…. She went into her crate in the BR by herself last night and went to sleep! I think we are done puppy-proofing the yard…. She gets into everything. I’m exhausted. She and John are bonding too. When she wakes up in the morning the 1st place she runs to is his BR door….. we are seeing the vet on Monday to get her checked out and start her on a puppy program. Here is an updated picture…. We love her….. thanks! Sally
11/3/10 Dear Kitsy, It’s been awhile and I want to let you know how well Destry is doing. Destry is from the 2007 breeding of Wrangler and Feathers. He is just a wonderful and loving companion dog. From the first day we brought him home he just fit in with our other two dogs. He is definitely a social dog that enjoys the companionship of both people and other dogs. With that said, he very much my dog and does not go far from my sight. He is beautiful, intelligent and vivacious. What ever activity he is introduced to, he is up for it. He loves to swim, play games, go sheep herding and enjoys long runs with my husband. He has his CGC and we are working on getting titles in Obedience and Rally, but we did have a set back when I had to have surgery on my knee. We are now in the proofing stages of his training and will start showing in January. I also started showing him in AKC Conformation. He has been in six shows and was getting Reserve Winner till two weeks ago when he got his first point. He won Winners Dog and Best of Winners. This weekend he got his 2nd point winning again Winners Dog and Best of Winners. I’ve attached the photo of his 1st win and few other photos of him. Thanks so much. We just love having him in our familyBest Wishes, Gwen and Jim Fiorito
3/30/2010 Hey Kitsy, Haven't sent you an update on Rusty (Partner x Cinder) in a pretty long time. This weekend Rusty and I took 1st place at the AKC agility nationals in the 16" Preferred Division!! This is the first time they had the Preferred Divisions at the Nationals, so Rusty is the first ever for 16"!! He is obviously aging quite well and he still acts like a puppy. Go Rusty Go!!! Naci Berkoz Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zRP28buzKE
2/11/10 Hi Kitsy, We hope that you are doing well! We were just checking out Bode's parents (Wrangler and Cinder) and decided that he takes after his dad. He is about the same weight and height as Wrangler. Bode was born 12/15/06, so he just turned 3. He loves going anywhere in the camper...especially the snow. His favorite games involve a chuck-it and tennis ball or a frisbee. We have so much fun with him! Sometimes he can be a wild man, but generally he is just a lover. We have been taking many hikes and he is awesome with the backpack - he loves having a job, and we love having a pack-mule. I included a few pictures... a couple have him with his summer haircut - I didn't know if this would be absolutely offensive to some purists, so I hesitated to include them, but decided that they showed us having fun and that is what really mattered :) Thank you so much for such a great addition to our family! Devin and Shana
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