Testimonials
Just wanted to let you know that we named the pup we picked up last Friday afternoon. We named him McKay of the Bay. But mostly we just call him Mac! He is settling in fine. Mac keeps us busy, kind of like having a toddler again. He is doing well with being housebroken. The few accidents have been due to our lack of paying attention to signals. He is really smart and continues to be happy and full of energy on the ground and like a kitten when you pick him up. He "works" the hose daily and the boys are having a blast with the Frisbees and balls. He is getting better with the lead and walking. He is eating just fine. Can't wait for my husband to meet him-he is due back from Iraq this weekend. When is the best age for formal obedience training? Like a class, not just the rules of the house.
Alison
After spending the afternoon with my wife, youngest son, and I, our new puppy got to meet the rest of his new family. I'm not sure who was more excited, my three kids or our puppy. He's going to be, and in fact already is, a wonderful addition to our family, even if I did have to sleep on the kitchen floor with him last night.
Thanks so much! We'll work always to be worth of Sam's unconditional love!
Andy
Finn’s now 25 pounds and a great ball enthusiast. Every day we walk over to the pier at 6am and again at 5pm, for ball toss, rock climbing and chasing pigeons: a whispered “that’ll do…Finn PIGEONS” always gets an immediate flash and sweep upward of wings.
He practically inhales his kibble, attends woodwind quintet rehearsals where he tears around the yard with Lucy, a formerly timid border collie rescue dog and plays Frisbee Tuesday nights at Wagner College.
My Dad’s dog Sandy is living with us now. Finn has become an expert at grabbing her dropped leash and dragging her for me to recatch “Get Sandy” has become his top job. She helps by babysitting him and being the resident punching bag.
Anne
Well, she has a name. Kandi. She is doing wonderful, so sweet and easy going about everything. She didn't make a mess in the kennel last night and did all her business outside like a champ. Orion loves her to death, but I think Trinity is a little jealous.
April
Just wanted to say Hi and tell you that Bella is doing great! I just love her to death. She is still attached to me but has been starting to show the others in the family some love - but just a little! She is doing perfect in her crate. I can't believe how well that is going. We are having some accidents in the house but not many. So we are still working on that. She is such a joy. She is doing great on the leash and at the sporting events. Everyone comments on how well she behaves. She either sits on my lap or at my feet and just watches. She doesn't try to go after the kids or the balls, yet. She is growing - she is getting long. Thanks so much and I will talk to you soon.
Bella
Ricochet is quite different from Zigzag. I am sure he is doing things that he never thought he would be doing. Of course, you know that he wasn't used to a leash but we have mastered that pretty well. You may also know that he did not like to get dirty, well, we have overcome that obstacle. He can now go through the barnyard without that fear. You may not have known that he did not like to have his feet washed with a water hose. He now knows that when we are finished with the milking that he has to have his feet washed off.
So far he is doing pretty well. He is not afraid of the cows. He likes to play with the calves and the cats. At first he didn't bother the cats but now he is like Zigzag and likes to see them run. If they won't run they are no fun.
Beverly & Nelson
Just wanted to let you know that Gracie is doing fine! We love her to death!
Chance is great, he really likes her. I figured he would!
She is going to be quite a handful. She runs and plays like crazy already, not a care in the world about anything. Follows Chance all around the yard, the snow didn't even slow her down. We only take her out to go potty, but she will just run off and play!
She's doing great with the 'potty' business already, but she has some issues, sleeping at night, she decides that it's play time about 2:00 in the morning! She seems hungry all the time, Gary says that's just what puppies do!
Anyway, we love her dearly, see you soon!
Cindy
Hi Doreen. Don't know if you remember me. I bought A puppy from you ( Precious) in Sept 94. Parents were Christie & Jiff . She was born on 8/1/94 . Female white with black on head. Sad to say after almost 16 yrs of loyal companionship and friendship, I had to put her down on 6/13/10. I know I will miss her a lot, and the times we had together were great .
Dave
Sketch is wonderful! She is a great addition to our family. I am so grateful for the chance to have her with us. I want to thank you. It only took her several days before she felt like one of the troops. She is smaller than Inis (her half sister). She reminds me so much of Savannah. The way she sits with her front feet together and the way she moves her head when you are talking to her. Its like having Savannah again.
Doris
Update on our little guy : Just want to let you know that he is doing fine and growing ! He enjoyed yesterday's snowflakes. He behaves pretty well in the house; we take him out often to keep the housebreaking training going though. He is still a "chow hound" and lives up to his name as he likes to "rogue" around the house looking for anything good to eat that might be on the floor. We enjoy him!
*update from April 2008*
Rogue is loving, happy pup....... and also wary, keeps and eye on reflections and shadows on the walls and ceilings.....loves to go outdoors.....and sometimes herds us......he is quiet but is already a good watchdog....very sharp senses......adds much to life these days....
Janet
I just got a letter from the American Kennel Club saying they want me to write an article about Chase and how we got started in agility and how we train. You have truly given me the most amazing dog, and I can't thank you enough!!!! Tell Wynn I say Happy Birthday. Her and her brother are now big two year-olds!!! Also, the puppies that were born are the most gorgeous things I think I have ever seen. Thank you so much!!!
Jessica
Just a note to thank you, again, for our wonderful puppy! We were thinking of you as Dot turned one year old on Monday. Dot is SO MUCH fun, she makes us laugh. She has calmed down a bit, a tiny bit maybe, but that is great. As you know, your puppies are so smart. We have to remember to spell certain things in her presence!
I have one "Dot Story" to share with you. This happened in November -- After dinner, David went downstairs to the family room and Dot followed him. As I was cleaning up, she ran upstairs and grabbed a toy and ran back downstairs. About five minutes later she raced upstairs grabbed her food dish and went back downstairs. A little bit later she came back up, grabbed another toy and headed back downstairs. When I was ready to feed her, I remembered that she had taken her dish downstairs, so I went to the top of the stairs and said "Dot, come, time to eat, bring your dish!" Oh yes she did -- she came bounding upstairs with the dish in her mouth and set it on the rug!!!!! I filled it and went to ask David if he gave her the dish, he wanted to know what I was talking about. We love her so much thank you for raising such fantastic Border Collies!
Joanne
Maxine has been doing excellent in her new home and is just about housebroken in just a few days. Myles gets along with her very well.
Joe and Jackie
Our Maggie whom we purchased from you is a constant joy for us...she is truly an amazing dog.
We look forward to purchasing another puppy from you when available.
Julia
Hey Doreen, Sinful got her Novice title this weekend after only 4 tries and 3 blues. I received lots of compliments this weekend.
Matchbox is doing great!!! Wow what a great lil pup.
Karen
Karen
I just wanted to let you know that "Rex" and I made it home after a long day in the office and a car about 9:30 p.m. Rex was a great boy all day long and is now comfortably home. He is absolutely fantastic! He has taken well to being in the house and his crate with only 2 accidents and ironically he did that in the bathroom!
We took him to the vet yesterday, so he is all set. We couldn't be happier!
Kerry
Merlin is quite the little character. She has a ferocious appetite. When we came home, all the snack bones that Sierra didn't eat and left lying around were quickly devoured by Merlin. She will whine when you first put her in the crate but as long as you ignore her, it stops. She follows Sierra around everywhere and even steals her toys. Sierra is being very patient with her and will even play with her from time to time.
I worked out last night and placed them both in the crate together and to my surprise, they both curled up with one another. Merlin is not afraid of anything. She was out playing with the other dogs today and kept right up with them. She is now showing herding behaviors with Sierra. A good down position, wait and then herd. Oh and an occasional foot in the air. Only a few little accidents, but for the most part, she is very easy to train. Goes right away.
Thank you for the little bundle of joy!
Kristen
Rocco was chosen to be the cover photo for an industrial laser magazine!! I have ordered several copies and will send you one when I get it. I figured you might want it for your wall!! He is a great puppy and we are loving him. Well Kip is sorta loving him, when he isn’t thinking about eating him! Haha They have gotten better with each other. Hope all is well with you.
Laura
We've decided to name our newest edition of the family Tallulah, Lula for short. She has been an absolute pleasure! and smart as a whip! She seems to be adjusting well and has brought this family a lot of joy and excitement!
Lauren
Just a little message to tell you that the little guy is doing great! He is doing great on the leash, already running to chase Angel, and he seems to never be tired. I live on the first floor, and on the second day he already found enough coordination to climb the entire set of stairs! I'm already working with him on sit and stay, and he is starting to get it. He's such a cool guy. I'm having a blast with him. Thank you so much for the little guy.
Laurence
Just wanted to say how great and wonderful the puppy is. He has bonded and adjusted very nicely so far and is a joy and pleasure (bar the peeing and poopee). Since it has been 10 years since I had a pup, I had forgotten how often they go. But he seems pretty smart so I don't think housebreaking will take real long. Thanks for such a nice pup.
*update from June 1, 2009*
Cory was born to run and flyball is in his blood. Not only successful in his warm-ups, by day 2 he was running full-time with the team and in his first ever tournament earned his Flyball Dog, Flyball Dog Excellent, and Flyball Dog Champion titles. Janet was there and was also so proud to see her Legend's son do so well. Thanks so much for this awesome Branchwater Border Collie.
Lucille
My son picked up our puppy from you last Friday. I just wanted to thank you. He is already the most spoiled dog you can imagine. We already love him so much.
Mary and sons
I spoke to you about getting a "brother" for Lukas, a puppy that I purchased from you about two years ago or so... I was looking at your website, and saw that you have a couple of male puppies coming up, in which one, might be a perfect addition for my family.
My beautiful 2 year old loves Lukas!!! She calls him by name, and he adores her! This is why I want another... He loves us so much, and he is the child that we cannot have...
Currently we want a brother for him. So when we decided to look, of course, you were the first breeder that we even considered!! We are very interested in purchasing another puppy from you. We want a "brother" for Lukas and another beautiful dog to call our child!
I look forward to extending my family with your help.
Robert
I really want to say thank you for blessing us with Brandy for the last 13 years. She was a great member of the family and we were really lucky to have her. Thank you!
Sarah
She loves people and we are enjoying her tremendously. She is pretty (perhaps we are biased), smart and extremely spoiled. We have been exposing her to everything we can. She has been through puppy K and is schedule for basic training in about a week. We will keep you updated.
Scott
He has been the best boy - doing what he needs outside - appetite is not a problem - into chewing, but that is to be expected. Does not like the crate when we go to bed at night, with or without a Cavalier - that will get better. He has a nice easy going personality and is doing some playing with Caitlin, the youngest. Bonnie does not even pay him any mind - that will change as he grows.
He has found a hole under the fence and is able to get into the "big yard" where the agility equipment is. He has tested out the the Walk and the Teeter, been through the tunnel and puts two feet on the A-Frame. He has almost gave me heart failure, so now everything is off the ground for his protection. He is having a good time and we are enjoying him. Thought you would like to know.
Sharon
The puppy is doing great. I had everyone at work check him out and he looks great. He eats like a little pig; he had a little soft stool this afternoon probably just the stress of being in a new place. Kobe is pretending the puppy is not here although he did try to play with him once. I'll keep you posted.
Steph
I purchased my puppy, McKinley, from you back in May. He is growing into a wonderful young dog, and his herding instincts are unbelievable! I can't thank you enough for McKinley...he has been a wonderful addition to our family.
Susie
