Hi Sheila

Well Shanara went to the doctors today for her 9 weeks check up.  She was so well behaved they asked me where I got her because of her personality the doctor said I wish more breeders would breed for temperament.  She is well and healthy. But I told them she would be because our breeder really loves her dogs and she takes good care of them all.  They asked me how she was doing with potty training so I told her I have no problems.  They were so taken with her and I was very proud of her, but I am always proud of her because we love her very much the doctor asked me if I had any worry about Shanara, and I told her I have never had any worrys from the time I met my breeder.  None.  And I told her about all your dogs all she could say was I wish there were more like you.  So thank you once again Sheila, for giving us such a beautiful and loving pup. I just wanted you to know how good Shanara was this morning.   I knew she would be.  Ron will be getting the pictures from Wal-Mart today and I have started another film, which I know I have some really great pictures on it and will send you some of those as well

Love Ron, Rosanna, and Pookey 

 

 

Sheila, 

I was out walking with him tonight and as usual several people stopped me.  One guy wanted to know where I got him and how much he was.   I couldn't remember your email off hand...so I gave him mine and then I'll forward yours to him.  You wouldn't believe how many people want to know where I got him.  I'm going to just start handing out business cards of yours...lol...just kiddin'.  But, I'll always have your email on hand. 

 

 

Hi Sheila,  

  I just wanted to let you know how many compliments Tank has received!  Today we were at the dog park and a woman with two other dogs came up to Tank and me.  She just couldn't stop saying how good he looked.  She has had a few GSD (many that she rescues) and told me that it is very hard to find a GSD that looks the way it should...one without tons of physical problems and the way they look.  Mainly due to poor breeding...very poor breeding.  Also, she was amazed by his temperament. He's very outgoing and friendly...loves people and just wants to play with all dogs.  Even though her dogs were HUGE (a Newfoundland and another huge breed) Tank will approach and try to coax the other dogs to play.  He's made quite a few friends. 

 

   Anyway, she wanted to know where I had bought him.  I told her from a breeder up in Iowa and gave her your name.  She is looking at getting a 3rd dog, but in a while.  She just couldn't believe how beautiful he looked and what an amazing job of breeding was done. 

 

   And of course, everyone is always so amazed at how big his paws are.  And no one believes me when I say he's just a little over 8 weeks.  They all think he's at least 3 months.  Well, I better get going.  But, I just wanted to let you know how much I love Tank and how he's done an amazing job of becoming part of the family.  He's such a joy and brings endless smiles.  He's become such a wonderful friend.  Thanks for everything.

 

~Brooke

 

 

Hi,

I just saw a pup from your breeding and was very impressed.  As a long time owner of GSD and dog trainer it was very refreshing to see a pup of this quality. His temperament was absolutely outstanding not to mention that he was a gorgeous pup.    His owners are Alex and Robin Gigov from Aberdeen, SD.

Beverly Swartz

Executive Director

All Purpose Canines, Inc.

 

Hi Van & Sheila,

It was nice to meet you.  You are good people.  Robin and I were so impressed with the dogs and the facility you guys have that we forgot to take pictures and film around there as we brought a camera and camcorder.

We want to tell you that the trip back home had been great and we didn’t have any problems.  We decided on the name for the pup – Buck.  He is adorable, strong, curious, playful and courageous.  He did not get carsick at all and slept for the most part.  He didn’t even whine once.  Of course, we made enough stops to let him go to the bathroom and drink water.  We got in Aberdeen at around 4 a.m.  Later on, we also noticed that Buck has a healthy appetite drinks plenty of water and he bonds well to us.

To simply say that we are happy with the dog and the choice we made to come to the Fonken-Haus is not enough.  We wish you and your beautiful dogs all the best during the New Year. 

Robin & Alex Gigov and Buck Von Fonken-Haus

 

 

Dear Van & Sheila,

Loved the first birthday card.  Here’s my most recent picture.  It’s hard to believe that we’ve had Baily for over a year now.  She gets prettier each day and is incredibly smart.  We took “Puppy Class” last fall and will be taking our first adult training class this fall.  Hope you like the picture, although it doesn’t do her justice.

Patty Northrup

 

Hello,

Just wanted to send some picturess of Kali @ 10 weeks.  She is doing great and has been the PERFRCT dog since she came home.  She starts obedience classes tomorrow.  Will send more pictures later.

Tony & Michele Quijano

 

Van & Sheila,

You used to know me as “Red”.  Mom & Dad named me “Symbal of Excellence” they call me “Symba”.  Dad took me to obedience school for 10 weeks and they taught me how to be a lady.  Mom and Dad had me spayed when I was six months old.  They don’t want any babies and if they do eventually, it’ll be a new brother or sister from you.  I’m happy and healthy and my new mom and dad love me very much!

Symba (Red)

 

Van & Sheila,

The girls are like two peas in a pod.  Scout never leaves Symba’s side.  Some days we think Symba believes she’s the mommy.  Scout is the calm one of the two.  She reminds us of Bear, but we think she looks like Rush.  She follows Symba’s every move, except when it comes to chasing cars.  We love them both dearly!

Brian & Gina Isaacson

 

Van & Sheila,

We brought a puppy from your home to ours on Feb 1, 2000.  We did not have a name for him that night, but 24 hours later we named him: CANTANKEROUS-however, we call him “Tank” or “Tanker” for short.  At 7 months of age he weighed 86 lbs.  The picture was taken just outside our back door, which is where Tank waits for us to come out and play with him.  Our son Trey had just turned one in this picture.  Our kids love him and he loves the kids.  If you guys are going to have another liter this year let us know.  We are thinking about getting another Shepherd to run on the acreage with Tank. 

Thanks, Todd, Shantel, Tia & Trey Smith

 

Dear Van & Sheila,

How are you?  Sorry these pictures are so long in coming!  Can’t believe Ray will be “2” on Monday.  Ray’s registered name is “Rising Ray de Sol” (of the sun).  She weighs 72 lbs and is a HUGE baby but guards our home & yard from strangers.  We love her very much.  She adds so much to our lives!

Joe & Dana Lukawasi

 

 

Thanks for calling to check on me and my new family.  I’m doing great.  I love my new family, especially Clint.  He likes to run and play and he lets me sleep with him.  Terry takes me to Grandpa and Grandmas Olson’s or to Bakersfield to walk every night.  (I love to walk, just wish he didn’t have to but me in that darn car to get there.)  I like Cali and Kim too- they really mother me.  Kim gets up at 6:00 every morning so I can go out  (she’s really strict about doing my duty outside) she says that I’m a really smart girl.  I’ve only had 2 accidents and both of them were on the tile not the carpet.  Cali is helping me to be friends with Darrell (she’s an 11 year old cocker spaniel) Darrell is kinda set in her ways, but I’m really putting on the charm.  Mama and Tuffy are the two cats that live here.  It’s going to take A LOT of charm and about 100 pounds on me, and then maybe they’ll like me or RESPECT me.  Hope this finds you all doing well.  Tell Mom and Dad Hi for me!

Love and miss you all, ANNIE

 

 

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