12/7/24
Hi and Happy Holidays to you and yours. Thought I’d share Finn’s latest graduation photo from his training sessions. He continues to be more of a “dog” every day. He still has his puppy monster moments but it’s wonderful to see him getting bigger and better. We love him dearly and are enjoying him being part of our family.
Thought you’d appreciate knowing how well he is doing and seeing the handsome pup with his graduation hat on.
Mary Ann Cronin
11/19/24
Hi Kitsy,
I hope all is well with you..... I saw Scout with her puppies and thought I should give you an update on Sailor (Winter x Sutter 10/15/19). I remember how protective Scout was of Sailor when we picked him up.
Sailor is 5 years old and weighs about 58 Lbs. He is well trained, super smart, affectionate, playful, very handsome and still has Aussie Sass! He still enjoys learning new tasks and tricks. He is my best friend, protector and constant companion. I could not have asked for a better dog!
Here are some pics of our boy
James Clark
9/17/24
Kitsy,
Thought you’d like to see a picture of how gorgeous Rig (Blake X Scout 1/24)has grown to be in the last few months. He’s really such a great dog, we just love his personality; he is so sweet, smart and playful . He gets along so well with Enzo (Kindle X Ransom 1/21) and Elska (Loretta X Ransom 8/19) and loves going on runs with me. He’s so well-behaved and heels naturally when he runs with me. Thanks again for such great pups x3!
Elyse
8/9/14
Hi Kitsy,
Hope this email finds you well. I wanted to send some current pics of Wrangler (). He's huge! I don't remember Shark or Ziggy being this big at 3 mos. He's just as goofy though. He's really, really smart and is learning his manners quickly. I finally have a dog that likes to play fetch, lol! But with one specific ball.
Ziggy just loves him, they run around the back yard daily (which exhausts my 14 yo Ziggy), and have a blast. He thinks our Bichon/Poodle mix is a tiny sheep for him to herd, she doesn't take to kindly to that at all. He even plays with one of our kitties, she usually starts it with him.
Once again you've given me such a joy in my life with this boy. Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Tawnia
6/14/24
Hi Kitsy,
Just sending an update on Kuna (aka “Barra-kuna” due to her relentless mouthing w those horrendous teeth). (Sutter x Remy 3/24) She’s a real snuggler, especially while chewing on her toys and not me! She’s still in puppy kindergarten and the training is going great. She’s quite a character and has become the instructor’s favorite (shhh, it’s a secret).
A pic of us getting her used to being in a backpack so we can take her out on longer hikes than her developing joints should do. She did well but I was feeding her the whole time. A pic of her eyes in case you’re curious how they turned out. She’s got one fully brown and one half blue, half brown which makes it look green, she’s gorgeous!!!
She LOVES people (including the Vet!), loves chasing us on our bikes (don’t worry, only dirt and only very very short), not a fan of the car when its moving for more than 5 mins (working on this, some days better than others even w anti nausea meds), can track the frisbee when at her eye level, sleeps through the night, and hasn’t had a potty accident in house for 2 weeks! She’s Very loving, fun, and adorable! We couldn’t love her more! I also heard a neighbor just got an Aussie puppy last week so we’ll go check that out next week.
Susan, Marc & Kuna
6/1/24
Hi Kitsy,
Just to let you know, Yuki (Blake x Winter 2022) turned 2 years old last week. She is doing great. She loves her daily walks, and seeing both her people and doggy friends around the neighborhood. We have taken her many times to visit my son at college, and she has made numerous friends there as well. She loves to play catch with her chuckit ball. When relaxing, she loves to sit on the top of our sofa (like a cat) or on her back.
Thank you so much.
Best, Tim, Jodi, Troy, and Yuki
5/16/24
Hi Kitsy,
Hope this email finds you and your family well. Wangcai (Rocky) (Blake X Winter 7/1/2023) has become an important and active role in our home, and we have been to many places with him, Yosemite, Bass Lake, Mission Peak, and many trails around our home. Wangcai is really outgoing and friendly. He likes playing with people and other dogs, and often lies down to people asking for belly rubs. He runs like a bolt of lightning, and loves his Chuckit with orange balls. He is an adult dog now and pretty handsome. We really enjoyed the time together with him!
Best regards,
Guyu
4/10/24
Hi Kitsy!
Such cute puppies in Sutter & Remy’s newest litter! I can’t get over how much blue Merle girl 3 looks like my Romeo (Ivy’s litter mate)! I hope the owners update you with pics so we can see her grow!
Here’s a little throwback of Romeo a year ago vs now. He’s still in the teenage phase, but already so handsome!
-Mallari Campbell
4/8/24
Hi.
Thought I’d send you an email letting you know how Finn (Blake X Scout 1/24) is doing. He’s 3 months old already and will get his last vaccination tomorrow morning. We’ve been socializing him by taking him to parking lots in busy places, Lowe’s and an outdoor mall. I’ve attached a couple pics for you.
We hired a dog trainer who comes whenever we need assistance and she is great. He’s learning to walk on a leash and making improvements every day. We only walk him on our cul de sac cause neighborhood has lots of dog on adjoining streets, but Finn doesn’t seem to mind. We also signed him up for puppy classes in May. Our trainer holds them and we’re looking forward to going with him and learning together.
Hope you and your family are doing well. We’re hanging in there with the velociraptor and finding good things for him to chew.
2/23/24
Hi Kitsy!
I hope you are well, Sydney (Blake X Winter 2023) is doing amazing, full of energy! She’s such a funny girl, still pretty much a land shark and loves to eat everything in her sight. We already took her camping , hiking and even offroading! Sydney and Riley our pug are now besties! We will keep you posted on adventures!
Thank you
3/3/24
Kitsy,
Just wanted to send you a quick note to say that Rig is doing great on his first night home being incorporated in with Elka and Enzo. He really has such a great personality; calm and confident and playful. Elska and Enzo were very accepting of him right away. Thanks for another great dog, we love him already. I’ll keep you posted with pictures as he grows.
Elyse
12/22/23
Dear Kitsy and family,
I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a wonderful 2024!!!
Your breeding program is a gift to all of us who have had the pleasure of being a steward to one or more of your Aussie pups. It’s enriched my life, my son’s, and my husband’s, immeasurably.
With my deepest gratitude,
Cynthia
12/22/23
Hello and Merry Christmas! Beau (Blake x Primrose 2/21) is doing great and our older Aussie, Tank , is also going strong at 12 and a half. They just love each other ! We are so Blessed. Thank you and Happy new year !
Jaime and Bill
10/10/23
Hi Kitsy,
Hope everything's going well for you and the pups. Just wanted to give you an update on Bentley (Blake x Scout 2022) who turned 1 year old a couple of weeks ago. She has grown into such a confident, happy and healthy puppy and has the most beautiful red-tri coat. We live by the beach and go for walks there every day. Training has always been a breeze since she's so naturally intelligent, and she has already learned so many different tricks and commands. Lately we've been working on teaching her to run through an obstacle course and she picks it up so easily! She loves playing with other dogs and gets so many compliments all the time for how cute and well behaved she is.
She is the first puppy that I've raised on my own and it has been such a fun journey. She has been an absolute joy to raise! I'm so grateful for all you do and for breeding such happy, healthy pups. We'll keep you updated on how she does throughout the next few years. Take care until then!
Best,
Erin Flores
8/28/23
Hi Kitsy
Hope all is well with you and your pups.
Just wanted to share an update. Sydney is the sweetest most loving baby. And she loves everybody and every dog she meets.
Cheers,
Amelia
9/27/23
Hi Kitsy
We wanted to give you an update on Bodie, a day before his one year birthday, (Blake X Scout, 9/22). He is such a wonderful addition to our lives. He is my third Old West Aussie, and like the other two is a fantastic companion. He is such a happy guy, always a smile on his handsome face. He is so intelligent and loves to please. He goes on all our adventures with us. We have started agility classes with him. Bodie also really loves to swim. He love to play with any dog and knows how to "read the room" being as rough or gentle as required.
Thank you for bringing such a wonderful spirit into our lives!
Stephen Shultz
8/12/23
Hi
Misty blue is now 12.5 years old. Early April she started having diarrhea and Losing weight so we started treating her with prescription food, blood tests etc at Banfield. After 3 months of treatment she didn’t improve but got worse and her liver values were really high.. We finally got an ultrasound of her body which showed she had lots of tumors and Nigel’s on liver, pancreas lungs etc.
we are making her comfortable now with steroids and giving her any food she will eat and lots of love. She walks very slowly and not very far but she is still with us and no accidents in the house so far. She’s such a good girl. She doesn’t seem in pain maybe because of the steroids. Say a prayer for her. Not sure why god gave dogs such a short life span. Not fair.
Just thought I would share with you and tell you how much joy and love Misty blue has brought to John and I over the years. Thank you…..
We moved to Delaware in 2021. So we are no longer in California. Blue got to experience snow last year. Lol. People even stop their cars in the middle of the street to tell us how beautiful she is. And she really is.
Sally Hart and john Wiggins
8/26/23
Hello,
This is Lorraina Kestner from Tucson Arizona. I have thought of you and your precious dogs over the years (I view your website).
My husband and I purchased two pups from you born on 2/16/16 from Bella and Ransom litter. Adam the red-tri boy and Angel the black-tri girl. They are the loves of our lives!
They are the best travelers. I have earned AKC Obedience and Tricks titles with both of them. They are sweet and so happy.
I am a photographer and have taken numerous photos of them.
I hope you are well. Many thanks for being an excellent breeder.
Lorraina Kestner
7/28/23
Hi Kitsy… Finley (Blake X Scout 3/23) has turned into the best dog…. She is such a good friend to Abbey.. They hang together chase each other play and she has such a great personality and lots of Bailey’s traits… Her left ear goes up and down and she is friendly with everyone and still does not bark at all… I did not take her to the Vet to get her Rabies yet… Waiting till she is at least 6 months… She has had your shot and 3 more at the vet and is fine.. Love her so much.. Thanks for allowing us to get her.. Bill is crazy about her…. Thanks again…. Shelley & Bill…. :) I’ll send a couple of her at Whitneys in a separate email.. I babysat Loki the other day and they are like magnets when together..
6/21/23
Hi Kitsy!
I apologize for not having sent an update since our pickup. But it’s been amazing to have Fletch (Blake X Scout 3/23). He’s spunky, fluffy, and just so friendly to everyone he meets. It’s honestly hard to tell if he’s happy to see Dad home because he is always happy to see people! His training is going well and we’re looking forward to walks where Fletch doesn’t have to be carried :) here’s some pics!
Ryan Douglas
6/16/23
Kitsy:
Klay (Blake X Scout 3/23) is a wonderful dog. He is already potty trained, and he has learned to walk on leash with his sister Morgan. Klay also has two cousins, Leah and Kona that he plays with all the time. His demeanor is sweet and playful and acts like a “big dog”.
Michael R. Van Every
6/9/23
Hi just wanted to tell you how wonderful Finley (Blake X Scout) is… She is the one happy positive thing around here.. She gets along and plays with abbey doing tug a war with toys and running after each other even at this young age. When Loki comes its a different story.. They play so hard.. He is such a big boy.. he is like 4 inch or more at least 5 lbs heavier and a completely different build more like Scout… I think finley is more like her dad with moms coloring.. Nose isn’t as long and just still a butterball but was 14 lbs. last Friday when she got her vaccination.. They are so different personality and looks.. Hard to believe they came from the same litter… They are good friends though.. Is that common for the size to be so different.. ??? Take care here are a few pics… the last one is a video.. finley eating her frozen lunch to separate them for a while…
Shelley Shofstall
6/6/23
Hi Kitsy,
Yuki (Blake x Winter) is one years old today. She is doing great. She loves road trips, and loves to meet new people. She isn’t the shy type. Many people have asked us if she is a mini Aussie. We tell them no, she is petite, just like her mommy. We love her very much. Thank you.
Best, Tim, Jodi, our son Troy, and of course Yuki
5/25/23
Hello Kitsy,
Our Magnus (Blake X Scout) been getting bigger and bigger every single day, although he still responds to “Puppy Puppy!” Today the individual blue and brown colors in his eyes seem more defined than ever before.
Recommended by “How to Train Your Puppy,” we ordered a dog-carrying tote bag, which he loves. All we have to do is lower the sling to the floor and say, “come on, get in,” and Magnus walks in on his own and curls up. It’s remarkable how much this puppy likes to be held. He also loves jumping directly into his toy basket. Thanks for the varied bag of treats. He has a special attachment towards the pig snout.
Grateful for the new experiences with him,
Tali and Robert
5/7/23
Kitsy, it has been almost 2-1/2 years since we brought home Ranger (1/21 Sutter-Nighty). He has earned his AKC CGC and CGCA and enjoys competing in agility. He’s as big as his dad and a goofy, happy boy. We love him so! And Mattie (7/20 Sutter/Primrose) also earned her CGC/CGCA and loves frisbee. She brings us such joy! We love our pups!
4/30/23
Hi Kitsy!
Hope all is well! Wanted to give an update on Romeo (Sutter & Remy 1/17/23). He’s happy, healthy and a little sassy. I would do anything for him and he knows it! We’ve been training since I brought him home, and he is thriving in puppy school. He loves his half sister Blue, who’s from your 8/2019 litter. I always tell everyone your aussies are the best! I’m so happy I found my Romeo I can’t thank you enough!
Follow Romeo’s adventures on instagram @romeo_the_auss
3/25/23
Hi Kitsy,
We are out in Gods country every day, puppy class is great, she’s and I’m learning - lots. She’s (Zoe: Blake X Scout 2022) an amazingly athletic, adventurous, perceptive, and a smarty pants. Her beautiful adult “hair” is all coming in, I wouldn’t even call it “fur” it’s so silky and lovely.
She’s a cuddler and a love bug. My heart is full….
Thank you for her. ❤ we are having a great life together.
My best to you,
Cynthia
3/21/23
Hello Kitsy
I wanted to let you know Lucy (Jinx X Ransom 2018) is doing amazing lately. We started new activities to keep her more stimulated. She’s definitely been a handful but one of the best pups we’ve ever had. And keeps us on our feet! I just trained her how to put her baby blankets into the washing machine every week!
She’s turning 5 this year and I thank you for bringing such lovely dogs into this world! She’s definitely spoiled but I wouldn’t want it any other way. (I swear she has 3 beds that are double the size… she just chooses the smallest one haha)
Mariel Kim
3/19/23
My beautiful Aimee (Loretta X Ransom 2015). I love her as much as life itself. She will hard stare me like this until I get up and get the frisbee going. This amazing dog will fearlessly flank a herd of one hundred plus cattle and move them in the direction we need them to go. She lunges and soft punches them right between their eyes if they don’t respect her and move. And when she’s all done, she still looks so prim and lady-like the way God made these gorgeous wash and wear working dogs to look. No formal training - just born with intelligence and nerves of steel. “Gimme some cows and I know what to do”. I just wanted to check in to say how grateful we are for Aimee.
DeeDee Armenta
2/21/23
I wanted to let you know how much we enjoy Bodi. (Scout x Blake.9/22) He has been such a joy. Smart, athletic, handsome, wants to please, makes great eye contact, really good with other dogs and easy to train. Soo much joy in such a small package! We couldn't be happier.
Thank you!!
Steve and Lori
1/29/23
Hi Kitsy,
Hope alls well with you and your family!
Just a quick pic of this beloved girl (Blake X Scout 2022) an hour ago on a walk, she’s so happy, learning new things and going new places every day! She sleeps on the bed until she’s too hot then goes n her bed next to her dog friend Billy Jack.
I cook healthy meat and veggies for them, etc. just want you to know she has a really good life and is so very loved!!
Thank you, as always, for breeding such extraordinary dogs.
Cynthia
1/14/23
Happy New Year!
Just a quick note to say how much we love Beau ! (It was a year Thanksgiving weekend). (Primrose x Blake 2021)
He loves his big brother and we are all grateful for him every day. Never thought I could love a dog this much again.
Fondly
Jaime and Bill Vinck
12/22/22
Hi there!
We got Summit from you in early summer 2016! His parents are Ransom and Primrose. I just wanted to let you know that he is thriving and is the best dog anyone could ask for. I was just 13 when we got him, and I’m now 20 and bring him everywhere with me! We have truly grown up together! Thank you for giving me my best friend!!
- Katin
11/19/22
Hi Kitsy!
I saw the photos of your most recent litter - so cute! Reminds me of when we got Peachy. So exciting! Hope you and the rest of your family (human & canine!) are all doing well.
Here are some photos of Peachy (Jinx & Ransom, 5/5/16) that were taken over this past year. Peachy is such a rascal; a smart rascal, but also so loveable. A very happy-go-lucky dog!
Hope you have a wonderful day! Take care!
Amy
11/8/22
Hi Kitsy
Hope all is well with you.... it's been a while since my last update on our boy. Sailor (Sutter X Winter 10/15/19) is 3 years old now. He is 57 lbs, still full of playful energy and sass. He has grown into a beautiful, kind, affectionate and loyal companion. He has a friendly temperament, loves people, other dogs and even gets along with our cat. He is by far the smartest dog I ever had. We moved to San Diego last year and his training (obedience and agility) got interrupted, but we recently started it all up again and he learns even faster now...... We are going to start him in some sheep herding classes next month.
And still to this day, people will stop me to tell me how beautiful Sailor is...... even other Aussie owners.
Here are some pic of my best friend
Sincerely, Jan Clark
10/5/22
Hi Kitsy,
Just thought we let you know that Yuki (Blake X Winter) is about four months old now, doing great, finished her vaccinations, started walking the neighborhood, and getting ready for puppy classes. As you can see from the first photo, she is our newest best friend. Also, as seen in the second photo, after her walks, she likes to lie down, splooting style, on the cool cement to cool off. She is a very smart and affectionate puppy.That’s it for now. Thanks again! Tim and Jodi
8/27/22
Just wanted you to know that we are doing really well with our pup (Blake X Winter). We named her West based on the lineage of the breed as well as that she came from you. We call her West, Westy, Little West.
We are quite in love. She’s housebroken and crate trained. Sleeping through the night without whining most nights. She’s got Sit, Down and Stay very well entrained. Working on the recall next and then fetch. She seems very happy running in the backyard, going on several walks a day and we took her up to the sierras last weekend.
Hope you are well and thanks again!
- Judd
6/3/22
Hi Kitsy,
I can't believe Fay (Loretta x Sutter) is turning 1!
We absolutely love her. She has quite the personality, definitely is an Alpha Dog, and who would have known she would look and act like she does from her first puppy pictures. She is wickedly smart, super fast, loves to learn and beautiful. People stop us all the time to comment on her looks.
She is a great trail walker, just passed her AKC Trick Dog test and his in puppy agility and seems to love it.
Thank you so much for allowing her to come into our lives.
Warmest Regards,
Courtney and Fay
5/10/22
Hi Kitsy,
I want to share some pictures. Rui (Ransom & Kindle) is such an amazing dog , he is gentle, funny, friendly and silly boy. He loves people, dog and kids, always smile.
Thanks Kitsy for breeding such awesome pups, hope everything is well.
Thanks,
Alice
4/22/22
Hi Kitsy,
We are in Tennessee with Tucker (Loretta X Sutter). Just wanted to let you know he was amazing today. We walked across a swinging suspension bridge. Didn’t faze him a bit. Sorry you can’t see him well. He was lead dog. Bridge was too narrow to walk along side us. This dog has everyone stopping and talking to him. He is a credit to your breeding! Karen
2/27/22
Hi Kitsy,
I wanted to share this picture of Pearl with you, Kindle and Ransom's baby born in 2021. You really know how to breed the best dogs! She is by far the most delightful, fun, intelligent dog we have ever owned! She makes us laugh and brings so much joy to our lives every day! Just wanted to say thank you and tell you job well done ❤
Vicki & Dave Kellams
Santa Barbara
2/26/22
Hi Kitsy,
Just wanted to send you a few pics from the road. Tucker (Loretta x Sutter) is an AMAZING dog. He has trained so easily. We take him everywhere with us and he is so socialized. He was walking the streets of Tombstone, AZ yesterday and gets to meet so many people. He is beautiful and so smart.
Thank you!
Karen Bates
1/7/22
Hi Kitsy,
Just wanted to send you an update and picture of my gorgeous Enzo on his first birthday. He is just the sweetest most lovable dog ever. He and Elska are doing great and are so good for each other. Hope you are doing well!
Elyse
1/7/22
Hi Kitsy,
It’s been a few years since we’ve reached out but we wanted to let you know that our boy, Quigley, just turned 11 on December 27 and is doing great. He continues to bring us so much joy and a bit of Chaos even at 11. We hope you are doing well and just wanted to say Thank you for our boy!
Rusty & Teresa Lewis