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by VonIsengard on 19 September 2009 - 23:09
Steve, you are looking at some breeders who produce very drivey dogs...you stated in your post you wanted a puppy with "moderate" drive. Be very clear about this when discussing puppies with your breeder, make sure they understand you have a busy household with your two children.
by tintallie on 20 September 2009 - 03:09
I'll be first to say that I'm a first time GSD owner and I own a puppy from Bill and Jen. It's only my husband and I, but Miya is able to settle in our home as a companion and I make sure she has enough exercise. they will be able to select the right puppy for you or refer you in the right direction to a breeder with a more suitable match .
by Baldursmom on 20 September 2009 - 07:09
I would not worry about Jen and Bill selling a pup that the new owner could not handle. As far as Mittelwest is concerned, the issues that came up are not reflective (in my opinion) of the quality of her dogs. I could not be happier with the temperment and health of my two females.
Do your research and know what you want in your new dog. There are a lot of breeders in the Chicago area. Also look at resuce organizations. In today's ecomony, there are a lot of dogs being given up due to inability to feed and vet them. if you just want a pet, look here first.
Do your research and know what you want in your new dog. There are a lot of breeders in the Chicago area. Also look at resuce organizations. In today's ecomony, there are a lot of dogs being given up due to inability to feed and vet them. if you just want a pet, look here first.
by VonIsengard on 20 September 2009 - 15:09
Tintallie, Baldursmom- thats great to hear, that only adds to their very, very good reputation and it takes a truly caring breeder to put the happiness of the dog and buyer first. I've seen WL dogs from other breeders in this area put in homes where they just DO NOT belong...first time dog owners with intense drive and very handler hard dogs is bad news, and some people just want to make a sale. Then again, I have seen just as many tough SL dogs who are in the wrong hands, too.
Like everyone has said, Steve- just do your homework!
Like everyone has said, Steve- just do your homework!
by ShelleyR on 21 September 2009 - 01:09
by dmom on 21 September 2009 - 02:09
Spartanville Kennels- Constance.......we got a female puppy from her this summer that we plan on using as a service dog for my son. Constance was helpful, honest and excellent customer service, Our pup Risque, is all that we could have hoped for, confident, a thinker, willing and one of the smartest pups I have ever raised. Constance picked her for us after hearing our needs. I highly recommend her kennel..........dmom
by Pat Relton on 21 September 2009 - 16:09
make sure you get AKC not UKC papers
by OGBS on 21 September 2009 - 18:09
Pat,
While I agree with you about Mike and Nate, there is no reason to be nasty. It detracts from you and them.
I also do not think that you are correct in your assessment of all of the "others".
A prime example is Jenni78.
Believe me, I know she can defend herself, but, I'll do it anyway.
She has no baggage and she has a nice litter of pups!
While I agree with you about Mike and Nate, there is no reason to be nasty. It detracts from you and them.
I also do not think that you are correct in your assessment of all of the "others".
A prime example is Jenni78.
Believe me, I know she can defend herself, but, I'll do it anyway.
She has no baggage and she has a nice litter of pups!
by Pat Relton on 21 September 2009 - 20:09
OGBS
are you part of the fanclub or what
are you part of the fanclub or what
by OGBS on 21 September 2009 - 22:09
No, not a part of the fan club.
We don't even speak to each other.
I do, however, like to clear up bs from idiots like yourself that seem to have no reason for being here other than stirring up crap!
We don't even speak to each other.
I do, however, like to clear up bs from idiots like yourself that seem to have no reason for being here other than stirring up crap!
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