Notes from Happy Owners
Below are a few of the many notes received from owners of hohlen Hügel German Shepherd dogs.


December 2008
After having had four previous German Shepherd dogs in  my lifetime, I thought I had seen them all.  WRONG.  (X)Ze’evi, who is the product of the Teejay/Brianne match back in 2006, is the most lovable of the bunch.  She is the sweetest dog I have ever been around.  She follows us wherever we go, always seeking – and getting – our attention and care, and has the most amazing personality.  She “knows” when we’re not feeling well and snuggles up to us and warms our insides with her cuddleness.  And what a dog:  She has the strength of any 2-3 of the largest dogs that she plays with, has boundless energy and can exercise for hours on end. She spends a fair amount of time in a “doggie day care” facility and exercises all of the other dogs all day long.  While she is understandably a “Cujo”-type of dog whenever any stranger comes to the door, once she has had an opportunity to “smell” the stranger and confirm the fact that the guest is indeed welcome i nto our home (about 2-3 seconds), Ze’evi becomes the guest’s sweetheart, desiring -- and getting -- that person’s attention.  Even our most dog-fearing guests fall in love with her during their visits.  I have no doubt that Ze’evi’s wonderful traits are the product of her gene makeup and not just the result of her social upbringing!
Julius


October 2008
I am very sorry to hear about Star - last time we spoke I had asked you how he was doing. Kevin turned 9 this summer and is doing well. I wanted to let you know that Sheba is perfect, the complete package.  She has more friends in Aspen then I do. She is crazy about my fiancé and her son and spends all day with them doing activities.  I can't thank you enough. She loves all kids, dogs, and people but is protective at the house with just the right balance. You told me her mother Zola was playful but I have never seen anything like this; it is so funny and fun. Speak to you soon and thank you again she was the perfect addition to the family.
Steven and Lilly


August 2008
I am proud to announce Mr. Hawk passed his  CGC test a few weeks ago!! He did a great job.  He will be eligible to take the TDI test after 8/27  so that will be his next challenge (Mine not his)!  He is such a great dog & a wonderful companion who can go anywhere with ease. Today he was at our summer dog club party &  there were so many compliments on his  appearance, conformation & wonderful temperament. We love him & thanks again for your breeding program. 
Dick &  Mary


July 2008
Here are some pictures of Max, the best puppy ever! He also has the best personality ever. He is amazing. He gets excited when he meets people, even strangers and he plays with the others until they get tired and tell him to stop (he does), and he gets along with strange dogs. He goes to doggie day care 1 day a week, he went to Iowa with us for a week, and he is signed up for puppy obedience training in Sept. He is truly a joy, and we love him tremendously. Thank you!!
David.


May 2008
Dear Beth,
Just thought you'd be interested to hear that we recently boarded Rikka for the first time with a woman who is the former head of Canine Working Companions in the Central NY area.  She was so impressed with Rikka - she said that she is the best German Shepherd she has ever "met".  She also said that you obviously do a wonderful job in your breeding program.  And I have a lot of respect for this woman's opinion - obviously, I agreed wholeheartedly with her! Again, many many thanks, Beth, for our Rikkagirl!
Sincerely,
Mary


May 2008
We are so happy with our gorgeous German Shepherd DOGS!!!! These are the best dogs. They are endlessly delightful. Words can't convey the deep heart joy at being with these intelligent & beautiful animals. We are in LOVE with Juno and Xanto!! (You've got the BEST GSDogs!!)
Darlene & Richard


May 2008
I'm having second thoughts about neutering him because he's so nearly perfect in terms of temperament just as he is. Trish said this is a dog you really don't want to neuter! Get his hips and elbows done, and if they're good, he needs to go into the gene pool. He's so handsome and he has such a great temperament that we need him in the GSD gene pool. Wow! Coming from anyone, that would be a supreme compliment. Coming from Trish, who really prefers high drive working dogs (and is a terrific nearly-all-positive trainer by the way), it felt even better. The result is that I'll wait a little while before I think of neutering him.
Bill


April 2008
You deserve to share the bragging rights with Tyl and me.  Tyl and I have been out and about St. Louis this month at dog massage classes and dog "whisperer" obedience classes. Wherever Tyl goes, he is welcome.  The obedience trainer says he is the most sound German Shepherd he has ever seen. All the owners at the dog massage classes wanted their old dogs to have social time with Tyl.  Of course you know he is an outstanding dog.  We just wanted to share the praise we are getting. Congrats to both of us Beth for breeding and raising an outstanding Waldana puppy. 
Martha


April 2008
You breed amazing dogs. I have never known a dog more intelligent, expressive and intuitive. Every day I am in awe of his nature and intellect. I guess I can't say enough. We just love him so much. Wish I could have more than one!
Ellen


March 2008
You have such beautiful dogs & as one woman in town noted-'Now this is a real German shepherd!' Numerous friends, strangers etc. note his conformation  &  admire his hindquarters. Yes, we are proud owners of the Hawk man. He has the Giddy temperament & mom's retrieving skills along with a very loving disposition. He is now 6 months & completed his puppy class where he did  very well. He goes to  a supervised pet day care for  a few hours weekly & loves all the dogs . He  is so excited when we arrive at the pet lodge he can barely contain himself. The staff loves his attitude  & he is a joy to handle.  Yes, we  love him & he is such an important member of the family.  Keep up your good work with the breeding & we are so thankful for our sweet Hawk. 
Dick &  Mary



February 2008
I'm writing to say hello and to tell you that we are very happy with Fernando.  I don't know why long-hair GSDs are excluded from showing: now that I have Fernando, I find these guys much more beautiful and elegant than the short-hair ones. Please keep up the excellent breeding program; you're creating masterpieces!
John


November 2007
Hawk is eligible to attend the supervised puppy play hour at the vet's pet lodge. He was wonderful with the dogs, as well as the staff & visitors. Many ask "Where did he come from?" & we give them the details. They are so impressed with his conformation, calmness & gentleness, which they find highly unusual in an 11 week old pup. He recently attended our 2 yr. old grandson's birthday party & was a gentleman. No "mistakes" in the house or blood drawn on fingers. He loves to give kisses & lick fingers with remnants of cake!! I set up a small tunnel, bridge & jump (Don"t worry Gra, as they are no more than an inch off the ground) which he loves going thru every morning after his first AM walk. Guess you can tell his socialization is moving along as planned & we are so pleased. Thanks again for giving us our Hawkman Beth-keep up the good work!
Dick & Mar


November 2007
Thor is exactly what I wanted and we couldn't be happier with him. He's beautiful, smart, and great with the kids. Everyone we see comments on him--people actually pull their cars over to say what a beautiful puppy he is.
Al


October 2007
Juno is more fabulous everyday. We really love having her with us. She's a sweetheart and so gorgeous. It's fun watching her coat change. -- She's getting a speckled cape on her back and there's brown growing on her tail. Her pigment is rich and it looks like she's getting a nice thick ruff like Stano's! And she's strong and getting bigger evey second. (She weighs 44 pounds!) We took her for an hour walk yesterday and she still had tons of energy when we got home. As for her personality, she is equally sweet and independant. She is a huge flirt with Richard (a bit annoying as I do all the work and he gets all the ecstatic affection!!). She has an open attitude towards other dogs and people and is always friendly.


October 2007
Just to let you know, I am so pleased with Kracker. He is a WONDERFUL pup, and by the way, the most beautiful and smartest in the puppy class too!!
Take care Beth and thanks again for my two fabulous dogs
Michele


August 2007
In a word, (Sabre) is a DELIGHT. She does you proud and you would certainly smile if you were to see her go through her "routine." Not that you probably need a reference, but, if you every do, I hope you won't hesitate to use us. We believe in what you do and how you do it--and the results show it!
John


August 2007
Well Beth I think you succeeded in creating the perfect GS pup!!! What an amazing puppy!! I love this guy!!
In two days he has captured the hearts of the entire family....Thanks for the great job you do with perpetuating the quality of the breed, Beth. I love both of my GSDs.
Michele


June 2007
Dear Beth,
I just want to thank you once again for giving us Rikka - it's been almost 4 years since we visited you and Rikka has been part of our family. She is the best dog we've ever had, and we love her to pieces. She rules the household - our two males are her devoted companions. She is "in love" with our grandsons; actually, she gets more excited to see anyone who comes to visit us than she does us. She's also the smartest dog we've ever had. You'll recall that she will be 5 on September 11th. Every time we drive to Florida I salute you and your "German Shepherd Heaven" as I call it as we pass Clark Summit. Thanks so much for our Rikkagirl!
Sincerely,
Mary


June 2007
Quick update. The boy is happy and so are we. So smart. So pretty. So affectionate. What a personality. What a little bugger at times ! (Maddie needed a new pair of flip flops anyway. ) Formal training starts in a few weeks. He is responding more each day to our efforts. We love him.
Joe P


June 2007
Maya is 5 months now and is doing wonderful. She is doing great in her obedience training, she is very eager to learn. She is wonderful with my 2 boys who are 10 and 7, she wakes them every morning with kisses. She has a lot of energy and loves to run around the yard with the kids. She has quite the personality, we just love her. She goes with us to the boys' baseball games and can just sit quietly with no fuss. We are so happy to have her.
We are so happy that we found hollow hills.
Thank you.
Tim and Jennifer


April 2007
Zylo is stunningly beautiful witha lovely temperament packed with boundless energy. She travels very well and sleeps in her crate each evening. She is housetrained and has completed a Basic Dog Obedience Class in Williamsport. She appears to be very intelligent and prefers the multitask of having a toy in mouth as well as a second one for her paws. You would be very proud of her!


March 2007
DEAR BETH
WE CANT BE HAPPIER WITH THUNDER
HE REALLY FILLED A BIG VOID IN OUR HOME
HE'S INTELLIGENT, VERY TRAINABLE, HAS A GREAT PERSONALITY, AND HE'S GETTING BETTER LOOKING EVERY DAY HE REALLY TOOK OVER THE HOUSE WE JUST LOVE HIM TO DEATH. HE JUST LOVES TO POUNCE THE CAT. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP CONCERNING THE RIGHT DOG FOR US- HE REALLY IS
THE GALICHINSKI's


February 2007
Just wanted you to know that "Daisy" turned out to be a wonderful dog. Anyone who sees her comments on her size (108 lbs) and beauty. She looks very much like her father "Stano" and has a lot of drive. At the same time, she is very gentle with our cats and completely ignores their hissing and growling. I think she believes it is beneath her to even acknowledge them. She loves playing with my daughter's lab and is always very gentle. Her favorite place is on the couch with her head in somebody's lap. Thanks for a great dog!!! PS She still has her "baby" the pink elephant you gave her.
Maryanne


February 2007
We see a few GSD puppies in our travels & classes & they do not hold a candle to Kurt -we are prejudiced but not blind!!
Kurt is great ---we are so proud of him & love him so much.
He is so smart - I was at the kitchen table working & he was near the sink- looked at me, (looked) at sink- I worked on -- he then tried to jump up to sink - I got up, checked the water dish --empty -- what a dog!!
Kurt goes once a week into the medical center & entertains the staff & a few patients - they love him -he helped me offer puppy info to a few 2nd graders at Lake Placid Elementary school-he received many kisses & gave them too--he walks the main street in Lake Placid & meets people from all over -they remark on his good looks & temperament-goes right up to the person & sits politely for a friendly pet. He is in a weekly puppy class --we are used to demo -- they love his attention at the watch command-it is intense --yes!
-we are so lucky to have him -he is such a lover -can not give us enough kisses--thanks so much Beth
dick & mare


January 2007
Just wanted to let you know Kurt is doing fantastic-he met a group of club dogs at a square dancing practice -- the dogs will dance at our winter carnival - he was cool . All were impressed by him & noted his attention & courage in such a new situation. One of our head trainers & breeders said he was the best gsd puppy she has ever seen. she breeds goldens - (field trial dogs) & also is very particular regarding those who purchase her puppies. I have been socializing Kurt just about daily & he has adjusted so well to all the various experiences- he is so loved & all want to know about his breeding.
Thanks for giving us a great puppy.
Dick & Mary


December 2006
Beth,
Brogan is great, he has responded incredibly well to crate training, with only one accident yesterday. He has adjusted and is a happy member of our family. He is very smart and is responding to basic commands without even working on any training, he is being walked with a leash and collar with ease. He follows "his mommy" everywhere and Sharon of course "hates it". We are so pleased and he appears to be also.
Will


December 2006
We absolutely love this dog. He has developed the most wonderful personality. He is always happy, always ready to play, gets along well with everybody, is fast friends with Mika with whom he does almost everything (and he defers to her dominance), is very quick to respond to admonitions, is very confident and noble, is exceptionally strong, is very pleasing to the eye, and with his rich, lustrous, slightly long and soft hair, always invites stroking. No one ever sees this dog without commenting on his beauty. I have begun to take him to my office one-day-a-week.
Jeffrey, Ph.D.


November 2006
Hi Beth,
I've just come back from our evening constitutional with Randy. We were about to cross the main street in town when a woman pulled over in a big SUV and said, "That's a beautiful dog! I love a Shepherd. Oh, my God, that's a beautiful dog!" I always try to be modest and say, "That's Randy!" Sometimes I mention that his Daddy is from Germany, and if I have time I give you a plug. He seems to catch people off guard and they're moved to spontaneous exclamations!
Gary


November 2006
Hi Beth
Well Ajax had his first birthday on Thanksgiving as you know so we wanted to let you know he continues to be the most amazing dog we could ever have hoped for and is an incredibly important part of the family. As always he continues to amaze us with his steady nature, intelligence and amazing looks. He is such a faithful and loyal companion and a true joy to have. We always get so many compliments on him and Hollow Hills I think is becoming a well known name down here in Annapolis as everyone always wants to know where we got him from. We've been keeping up his training and he really enjoys the short but seemingly effective sessions we have. With all the time at the dog park and also walking through Annapolis he's really become very steady around people although he's still quick to let people know he's in the house with a solid bark and what an amazing bark it is!
Health wise he has been in great shape and a favourite at the vets when we take him in for checkups. His coat has continued to darken up and he is absolutely stunning but I admit to being just a tad biased and perhaps a little gushy!
All the best
Mark, Cathy and Ajax aka Syd


October 2006
Hi Beth,
Pleased to report that we finished our AKC Rally Excellent title On Oct 7th in Horsham.
We had a score of 97 which was good enough for 4th place All Breed. However, run in conjunction with Del Valley GSD Club Specialty - we were awarded First Place for the German Shepards.
There were about 22 dogs entered all breed, & a good number of Shepards, so I was pleased with that.
And of course Vanja received some nice compliments from a few folks. She is a looker! I do have some good photos almost ready to send to you - hopefully by next week.
So now Vanja has a CDX, AKC Rally Excellent, and an APDT Rally Level 2.
Never expected all of that, but it looks like we might try to go just a little bit further.
If she's up to it - then so am I !!!
Susan & Vanja


October 2006
Tsar was a remarkable dog and a much loved member of our family for thirteen years. While I did not have the time to do so I think he would have taken to Schutzhund training. We thank you because your breeding skills and interview allowed us to obtain an animal that fit our family perfectly. Tsar was so handsome, intelligent and well behaved that we had many, many offers to breed him.
Bruce & Daria


October 2006
Xena is doing great. We have been working on basic obedience and some hide and seek. I have contacted Strike K-9 in West Milton about her and I'm waiting to hear from them. I'm sure they can help me with her training. I am very happy with her. She listens when given a command. She finds things when I hide them outside. She is well behaved in large crowds. She is turning out to be the perfect dog for search and rescue.
Ken


October 2006
Our trainer said she would like to clone him and have a copy of him for all of her classes.
Rex


September 2006
Beth,
Samson is doing really well. He has the best temperament, better than I ever dreamed a puppy could be. He was amazing when I took him to Rachel's school, incredibly gentle greeting all of the elementary children. He's the fastest learner. Sit, stay, and down, by the end of the first week. He walks at our side without pulling. When walking off the leash with my sister and her two dogs, he stays with the pack. Even when two deer crossed the road in front of us, he just stood and watched. He loves to swim; we're going to try a boat ride next. When we first got home he had a huge fear of moving cars. (Not all together a bad thing.) We taught him to move to the grass at the side of the road and sit while cars pass. It's funny because sometimes he'll hit the ground before I even notice the car coming. Housebreaking went well; he's very good about sitting at the door when he wants to go out. Ernesto got him over his objection to going out in the rain. If I could get him to stop trying to eat mulch things would be perfect.
Take care,
Catherine


September 2006
There's so much more I could write about this wonderful dog. I know you've heard and read all these things from other customers. He's affectionate, feisty yet very manageable, full of puppy energy, yet he learns the important things almost intuitively once they're shown to him. It's a treat to have him in the family. He has a delightful ability to entertain himself when he wants to - just now he was out in the yard, in the pouring rain (which he loves) having a "zoom" all by himself.
Bill


August 2006
It seems that almost everywhere we go people make comments like "he's a beauty". Janet remarked recently that "he's the Perfect Puppy". She meant it. Put that up on your website!
Bill


August 2006
(Jake) turned five in May,and is truly a great dog and a testament to your impeccable care and breeding. At least once a week someone will stop me and say what a gorgeous dog you have!!! He is about 125lbs and 33 inches at the shoulder. Beautiful markings and a wonderful personality and character.
Christopher


August 2006
Katja was such an integral part of our family and so loved. We miss her ! People would always comment on what a beautiful dog she was. She was so smart. She loved people (not so thrilled with other dogs). We sit on a hill and have a 70 acre farm with cows and horses and rolling hills adjacent to our home and she just loved to "shepherd" the cows, and keep all of the little bunnies, groundhogs, and critters out of our yard. And she would sit regally at the highest part of our backyard and survey the "lower 40" as we called it. She was in charge and this was her land!
Sheri


August 2006
Tyson continues to be the greatest Joy- he has the most tremendous looks and personality. had his rabies shot several weeks ago and the vet said and I quote "He is perfect" and we agree whole heartedly!
Chris


July 2006
He's as close to perfect as anything gets - smart as they come, feisty but very manageable, and surprisingly affectionate.
Bill


July 2006
We call him "Hemi" for Mayhem. What an amazing dog, he is sooo brite. Temperament is perfect. We vacumed, he looked up, fell back asleep. He is already used to a leash, I have him walking up a plank onto a bench and he already knows how to retrieve, when he feels like it. His latest "TOY" is a 7 foot-1 inch link chain. I took it down out of a tree from an old workout heavy bag. He grabbed hold of it, began barking and growling while he drug it around the yard. Now everytime he sees it, he plays with it. I caught myself spoiling him, had a Family Meeting, and started taking back control of the house and schedule. We're having a blast, Thanks again.
Bob


July 2006
He was a wonderful dog and kept his sweet disposition to the end. He was loving, intelligent, brave and was good with people and dogs (and a terror to anything else). I couldn't have asked for anything more in a dog except more time. I guess thats not a bad epitaph.
Warren


July 2006
Xena got high marks from the vet. He used to raise German Shepherds and was very impressed with her. I am very happy with her. You picked the perfect dog for me. Thank you so much.
Ken 7-10


July 2006
"Hi Beth,
Just a quick note to let you know that Tyson is doing great and growing like a weed. He's now 6 mos old and absolutely gorgeous and his temperament is to die for. We take him everywhere, he loves kids, adults and has now been introduced to another dog (friends ridgeback) and horses"
Chris, Hilde, & Allie


June 2006
"He's such a wonderful dog, especially when it comes to our daughter. At 2 1/2 years old, of course she [daughter] wants to play with him and they often tire each other out by chasing one another around the house. In August, we're expecting a second child, so there will be more adjustments to be made with the dog and the dynamics at home. If his demeanor with our daughter is any indication, we should have no problem with him and the newborn. He really is a beautiful dog and we get compliments about him everywhere we go. All in all, we couldn't imagine our home without him and are really glad that he's a part of our family."
Kim


June 1, 2006
"Just a quick note to tell you that Wyatt has been a tremendous addition to the family and is having a great time. Stays very close to his home and is protective of his family as we are of him. Absolutely loves Tennis Balls and we exercise him daily using the balls (already went through 3/4 of a case of them). He is most happy with lots of exercise and when all the boys are home. Really loves Joey who was the toughest for Wyatt to win over -- now they're the best of friends. Wyatt always sleeps in Joey's bedroom when he comes home. His athleticism is truly unbelievable.!!!"
Jim & Michelle


April 24, 2006
"It's been just under a year since we picked up our puppy from you, June 4th was the exact date. Our puppy, we named Penny, has turned into quite the young lady. My husband, Bob, and I look at her at least once a day and think how glad we are that we found you and your dogs, as we cannot say enough good things about her."
Suzanne and Bob


March 17, 2006
"He is a dream and even better than we expected!"
Phil & Lauri


December 18, 2005
"She has now 'graduated' into being one of my demo/interaction dogs for client dogs. She did a very good job with socializing a 5 month old GSD yesterday, and showed her manners to the dog's owners. I am so happy that she has such a fabulous temperament! We talk often about how you knew exactly what she was, what we wanted, and what a perfect match it is. Thank you yet again! :)"
Tara


November 30, 2005
"His heart is unmistakable and his devotion to his pack unquestionable. He does everything we ask of him. There are moments with him that can't be explained, only felt by owner and dog. Like sometimes as dusk falls, while the deep purple sky gives way to the darkness surrounding the forest, Trapper will suddenly stop and air scent, lifting his great nose to the sky. Then, he'll simply sit and look toward the forest. I'll kneel next to him. He leans against me and nuzzles my neck softly. There is a calmness and a certainty with him...I pat his chest and lean back against him...We stay this way for a moment or two...it's amazing..."
Paula


October 12, 2005
"As with all my emails to you, I can't begin to tell you what a magnificent animal Trapper is. Gentle, trustworthy, willing to please, and absolutely loveable."
Paula & Suzanne


August 29, 2005
"I had to write today on Gunther's 2nd birthday, to let you know what a wonderful dog he had turned out to be. He's smart and playful while always being obedient. We enjoy him immensely."
Maryann


August 28, 2005
"We feel we got the perfect puppy."
Renate


August 20, 2005
"The vet and her staff love him, and can't believe what a great disposition he has."
Debbie


August 9, 2005
"Kai (Cai) is doing very well. She is such a good baby girl. She is so caring for our aging golden retriever, she constantly is checking up on him and will play very gently with him."
Kristin


August 9, 2005
"We have really settled into having this breed as part of the family and I don't know if I could ever go with any other breed!!! I'm really enjoying everything about her; even when she takes something that I am currently using and walks around with it in her mouth and waits for me to look at her! She then immediately drops it and prances around. She doesn't shred anything in the house! I really love having her in our life."
Kristin


June 19, 2005
    "I adore Aine!!! She, like "wild thing", has lots and lots of drive....and I love it! She is very sweet, loving, smart, fearless, and naughty! I have Aine enrolled in a puppy class in July. I'll do some inquiring about more advanced training once I connect with the kennel club. The Canidae dog food is very nice; my lab loves it too. That makes feeding quite a bit easier. Conrad, the kitty, and Aine are having a great time playing and wrestling with one another. So glad I got them together. Thanks again, Beth for a wonderful puppy. She's gorgeous too!!"


May 23, 2005
    "No matter where we go to shows, I get compliments on what a good looking Shepherd dog she is.
    I have never had a dog with so much energy & drive. Her recovery time after a hard day's work is about 5 minutes. Always ready to do something -She keeps me on the move. She's GREAT with my young grandchildren. She has claimed them as her own.
    I am truly having a good time with this dog. I try to train her. She teaches me patience.
    We're having fun!!"
Susan


May 7, 2005
    "I have honestly never had a puppy so well behaved."
Jenn


May 5, 2005
    "I am simply loving her and so is everyone else. She is very well behaved for a pup, it's only the normal chewing and some floor puddles, other than that she sits, she lays down and sleeps wherever I am. Even when she runs with the kids she doesn't knock them down she just runs and chases them and they love it. We are doing great and we absolutely love her. She is a fantastic puppy, sweet, loving, no aggression at all, and actually better behaved than my collie and my kids!!!"
Jenn


April 28, 2995
    "Oh, by the way, our Vet and her staff were so impressed with Trapper that she included your kennel in his records. They have never seen such a well adjusted German shepherd! They were impressed at his confidence, his curiosity, and his acceptance of their handling him...(listening to his heart, injecting his shots, checking his ears, his teeth, his structure...) The Dr said, "Wow, I'm impressed....where did you get him....we rarely see shepherds like him...he isn't whining, he isn't timid, he doesn't cower....we'd love to refer your breeder.....He's amazing...what a great dog!" And honestly, I know they are sincere. Theirs is a fairly large clinic (for this area) with 6 female DVM's and several techs. Usually very busy....When Trapper and I were there, there were actually 4 gals doting all over him....he loved it!. 3 vet techs and the Dr...They couldn't get enough of him...."
Paula


April 23, 2005
    "We took Trapper to the "big city" Sunday. Burlington is where I'm originally from and where my parents and my sisters and their families live. They hadn't as yet met the little fellow. Trapper played wiffle ball with 4 teenagers, played "show ring dog" with my 7 yr old niece, (responding marvelously to training commands from a child), contently laying on the deck with the "adults" during happy hour, and was introduced to his first hydraulic wheelchair....(someday he'll push it)...
    Jack is my 4 yr old disabled nephew. Profoundly deaf, and unable to walk, are just a few of Jack's issues. But he can sit upright on his own and at one point in the evening after dinner, Jack was sitting on the kitchen floor crying...Trapper trotted up to him and gave him a quick nuzzle on the cheek. Jack stopped crying...Trapper wagged his tail and sat....Jack began to fuss again, Trapper licked him. Jack stopped. It was a very tender moment between boy and pup. And again, a profound demonstration of the extraordinary temperment from one of your litters."
Paula


April 16, 2005
    "Ripley is the most beautiful GSD that we have ever owned. Rips temperament is excellent. Wilma and Rips have been in training for Search and Rescue. Rips passed her good K-9 Citizen Test last year and my wife and Rip are in SAR Training.
    Again, We just love her!!!!!!! We are sending your website to a friend of ours who is interested in a GSD. The BEST DOG in the World."
Stan & Wilma


April 13, 2005
    "You should see your little Trapper....his ears are totally upright now....he is doing so fantastic...In puppy class he is doing the tunnel and A frame....he loves the A frame...out of all the pups there, you can't help but notice his superior breeding...his structure, his gait, his temperament, his ability to perform."
Paula T.


April 5, 2005
    "He is magnificant....simply magnificant...while we were observing him with the other pups, we couldn't help but notice how profoundly awesome he was...especially when compared to the other female GSD in the class...."
Paula


March 13, 2005
    "He is just a terrific dog. He's very smart, and has a great temperament. Thanks for such a great dog."
Debbie & Jack W.


April 4, 2004
    "Kahless has been with us for 3 ½ months and we couldn't have asked for a better dog. He is simply perfect for us!"
Bob D.

January 20, 2004
    "thanks again for the great dog !  He is exactly what I had hoped my West German male would be.  We could not be more pleased!!!!"
Kevin D., re: "Timber" Aidan vom hohlen Huegel

September 30, 2003
    "She is a joy. She sleeps in our bed every night, watches TV in a lazy boy recliner. I know you know your dogs, but she is very "special". She is so smart, she has never had an accident in the house. We have had great German Shepherds but this one beats them all."
Anne Marie and John D.

August 24, 2003
    "Thank you so much Beth.  I would not even consider getting a dog from anyone other than you.  Hope was exceptional."
    "We've owned many German Shepherds previously, and Hope was by far the best dog we've ever owned".
Judy Z.

July 2003
    "Beth, I want to personally thank you again. I cannot tell you how happy getting RIGGS has made Debbie. He is our pride and joy and it truly has made the loss of Storm a lot easier to deal with."
    "He is an awesome puppy!!!!! We could not be happier with him and we talk about how worth it it was to do business with a professional."
    "He's unbelievable! We could not be happier though. He's EVERYTHING we wanted in a dog. He's adapted instantly to our personalities and we've adapted to his. He's fun, loveable, active, playful"
    "We play with him every night when we get home and by the way, he was amazingly simple to house train. It was almost as if he knew as soon as he got to our house the very first time, that he was suppose to go outside if he "had to go". He only had 2 accidents in the house which we blame ourselves for as he was by the door and trying to let us know."
Pat H.

August 2002
    "I'm really pleased with everything about him" "I guess you can tell how pleased I am with him by the way I go on"
Fran E.

July 2002
    "Great compliments to you for your excellent medical record keeping. The vet indicated that she wished all pets were seen in his condition, in great condition, no abmormalities and with excellent records. Thank you so very much".
Jean A., PA

July 2002
    "I just wanted to let you know how thoroughly happy we are with the wonderful puppy we got from you! He's nearly nine months old now and we love him dearly. He's beautiful and has a wonderful loving temperament. He loves people"
Annette R., PA

June 2002
    We have had Major for one week and he has exceeded all of my expectations. He had his puppy visit to the Vet and everything was fine including his behavior. He seems to adjust well to every situation he is exposed to"
    "I want to thank you very much for everything. I read the entire package you provided and found it to be very informative. It is really a pleasure buying a puppy from you. You cover all bases."
Fran E., PA

June 2002
"I have been meaning to write to you for the past 2 days to thank you for doing such a fantastic job of choosing our pup. He is everything we hoped for, and more! Max is so lovable, adorable and affectionate. He's absolutely precious.Of course, everyone loves him!! I can not possibly tell you how happy I am with Max. He was certainly worth every minute of the wait!
Renne G.

April 17, 2002
    "Every pet is special- but there is always 'THE ONE' and I am telling you she was that, not only for me, but my family also and then some."
    "Beth, you have done an amazing job with your breeding program. Tori stood as an example of great beauty, strength, loyalty, and extremely high intelligence. Never did she have any health complications (hips either)"
Susan C., Stroudsburg, PA

April 15, 2002
    I must tell you that I am impressed. I have spent alot of time on deciding where to purchase a new puppy. You provided me with thorough material and seem much more informative and professional than most of the breeders I've been talking to."
    "I am being very selective and so far I am the most impressed with your kennel."
Debra B., Easton, PA

January 2002
    "She was a WONDERFUL companion. She had a personality unlike any other dog I have ever met. She was friendly to everyone that she met, but saved the petting and open adoration for me. It amazed me how she would acknowledge strangers with an air of nobility and slight interest, but never let anyone misunderstand that she was with me. However, everyone loved her.....her style and manners were always the subject of conversation when new people would come around. She was a celebrity in my mind, and I believe I was a celebrity in hers........."
Alan M.

December 2000
    "Once Sedona was born (6/03), Max loved her immediately and became her self-appointed protector. If she cried and I was not in the room, he would nervously come and find me. Max and I understood each other. Whenever we had someone other than myself watching Sedona, he would watchfully follow them around as if he were reporting directly to me. New that Sedona is one year old; she says three words, Mum mum, Da da and dog. He was the mayor of the dog park!
Renee

December 2000
    Our son are the best of friends and play together all day. You really handpicked a # 1 puppy for us!
Debbie, Bill & Mikey Wallitsch

2002
    Because of you we had twelve wonderful years with two German Shepherds that were the light in our lives. Gretchem was everything you told us she would be. She brought us years of joy that can never be forgotten.
John & Ann Marie Daquino

April 2000
    "I would like to thank you again for providing GINGER to me and my office. I know she will be an excellent friend, partner, and detector of illegal drugs. I'm very proud of her!!!" "Now she is starting imprinting with Cocaine and learning to search/find with her nose. The trainer is very impressed with her abilities and drive. I can still remember you telling me that she would be a dog with drive, and you were right on the mark."
Jim K., Asst. DA

September 1999
    "Cujo is so beautiful! People are constantly stopping me when I take him running or hiking. They are awestruck by his beauty and size!"
Peg M., VA

2002
    "Sadie will be three in April, our son will be two. They are the best of friends and play together all day. You really handpicked a # 1 puppy for us!"
Debbie

September 1999
    "I have never had such a loving German Shepherd. He loves being kissed & squeezed & hugged all the time. This dog is one of the best things that's ever happened to me!"
Peg M., VA

1998
    "Abby is doing great. She's the best dog I ever owned. She's so well behaved and intelligent, the way she looks at us when we talk to her is as if she understands every word we say, and she probably does. She loves to play with her ball and Frisbee, we have to throw them both, then she chases one and we have to chase the other. I guess that's so we all get exercise. She's also very protective of everyone in the family, including the cats, but she's not aggressive."
James

February 1997
    I just wanted to tell you, he is wonderful!! Sweet, gentle, CALM, playful, confident, fearless, loyal are just a few adjectives to describe this dog.
Judy Puchyr

1996
    "Since we brought Kodiac home I just wanted to tell you -- he is wonderful!! Sweet, gentle, CALM, playful, confident, fearless, loyal are just a few adjectives to describe this dog. Thanks again for our fantastic dog."
Judy

1996
    "We would like to thank you for the precious puppy, Abby. She is very bright, energetic, and has the sweetest disposition. We are very happy to have her in our home."
Mary Ann & Clifford

1993
    "Thank you for the joy you have added to our lives. Melody is a very loving and sweet dog. She is very protective of her new home."
Jason & Jennifer

Unknown date
    "He is a great dog, exactly as billed by you. We are active in local schutzhund club and he excels at obedience and tracking with great willingness and play drive."
Michael B., MD