Hey Michele,
Raven looked adorable after her first cut!! I couldn't believe it was her. She still has her puppy hair and it's turning chocolate brown. She graduated from her first puppy class this weekend and will begin the intermediate classes soon, in preparation for her Good Citizen test. I'm hoping to get her certified by the end of the summer. She did awesome at graduation and won 2 out of the 3 competitions they had. She is such a happy dog and loves everyone including all dogs. I don't think she realizes her size sometimes as she loves to run and play with the "big dogs". Here are a few photos. I'm still working on my photography skills. I haven't quite figured out my digital camera yet.

Wishing you the best!!!
Kiki Bertani, Florida
Parents of puppy: Chalimar and Timber (May 2007)

"I just finished reading your testimonial pages and found it rather interesting to see that so many people feel exactly the same way we do about our 'baby'. I read again and again how sweet and adorable and well mannered and easy to train etc., that if I did not have living proof I might doubt all the great things people are saying about you and your dogs.

But alas I have living proof in the form of 'Jolie'. It took her about 3 seconds to have us wrapped around her little paw, but as time goes on she does nothing but amaze us with how smart and sweet, and adorable she is. When she wants to play she comes to me and we "rough house". We play pull with a rope toy. She is starting to catch on to fetch, but for the most part now it is get the ball in her mouth and run around with it at a 100 MPH. And when she wants to cuddle and be pampered she heads to 'Momma'. We may have to get another so that we don't have to take turns with this bundle of joy. I know you hear it all the time, but thank you for being such a great breeder and giving the world such wonderful dogs. We absolutely adore our Poodle and will be forever grateful that we crossed paths with you."
Tom and Sandy Temple, Florida
Parents of puppy: Thing and Fluffy (2003)

"An update re 'Teddy C. Poodle'. He is doing very well. loves the Collie and the cat. Humps the cat - Vet says he is setting his pecking order. Cat slapped him and that ended. He is smart and loving toward everyone - loves kids - training pretty easy. Understands No and come. Adopted to a show leash very easily.
Brought him to the groomer (an old German couple) that knows Poodles..They said he would show well. he 'stacks' beautifully. Also they claim he is a 'blue poodle' ? and they are preferred for showing. Teddy will be neutered at 7 months...
All in all, a good dog - we gave your name to the groomer, in that, she asked where this beautiful pup came from."

Tony and Roxanne A., Florida
Parents of puppy: Eliana and Timber (2006)

"I should have sent this email awhile ago to thank you very much for the puppy that we bought from you last year. We bought the female parti girl from Siberia & Toby and picked her up in August of last year.
My husband and I have enjoyed her so much you can't imagine. We wonder what we did before we had her. We have called her Mollie and she is the smartest, funniest and most intelligent.
She is now 9 1/2 months old and is doing quite well and is extremely smart.
I would like to say many thanks again and wish you well in the future....."
Carol and Gary G., Florida
Parents of puppy: Siberia and Toby (August 2004)

Just wanted to let you know that Tanis had his first visit with our vet today. He got his booster shot and a dewormer. He was very well behaved, if a little shy of the vet at first. Tanis is now six pounds in weight, and eating very well. We've got another vet appointment in three weeks to get his rabies shot. He wasn't too happy with me today, so he'll probably hate me next time.

Tanis is currently sleeping in the laundry basket by my chair, and he looks utterly adorable. I've attached a picture of him in the laundry basket from a few days ago. He has gotten much bigger from when we first got him.

Hope you and your dogs are doing well.

Alicia B., Missouri
Parents of puppy: Darla and Casper (April 2007)

"Hey Michele, Just a quick line to let you know that Patches is doing just fine. He has fit in with the other 2 dogs quite well; almost like he's always been here. Potty training is progressing well. We have has so much rain lately that taking him outside hasn't always been possible; he responds to the potty pads quite well. Finally no more whimpering in the crate at nite. Will send pics when he gets to be a bit bigger. Thanks for a great pup."
Kelley C., Alabama
Parents of puppy: Vannah and Timber (March 2005)
Pictures from 4-28-05

"It has now been eight months since we picked up our little Pako and brought him to his new home in Texas. He has done remarkably well considering the rough start once home. My husband died ten days after we arrived back in Texas making it difficult for me to have the concentration needed to raise a new puppy. Needless to say, he got a slow start in learning manners. We started working with a trainer two months ago and she has made a world of difference in this household. He is so smart--catching on quickly. I've seen improvement in my older dog, AJ, as well. They know sit, down, come, wait, off and leave it. Learning "leave it" was a must for Pako as he loves to steal items that do not belong to him. While a bit mischievous, he is so very loving.

Pako now weighs 12.5 pounds--bigger than either of his parents. He has long legs, a pretty stance and thick, black hair with a reddish brown mustache. He is a bright, healthy, happy puppy. Pako has truly brought much joy to a difficult time in my life.

I am so glad that I happened upon your website. I would recommend one of your puppies to all poodle lovers.

"It has been about a week and he (Mauzzie) is doing great. He is close to being house-trained. After a few days of just the kibble, I started adding some canned food because I felt he wasn't getting enough. He devours it. He is wonderfully playful and lovable and very sociable with friends and our kids.

He sleeps with us and sleeps well and has had no accidents in bed. He is a delight and we are enjoying him thoroughly. Have a vet appointment at the end of the month.
Thank you. Take good care."

Dick Zuker, Ottowa, Ontario
Parents of Puppy: Darla and Casper (May 2007)

"I don't know if you remember me, but I adopted a poodle puppy from you a year ago June. Her name is Gracie and she looks just like Eliana now. I just wanted you to know, that she has been the best dog I have ever had! She was extremely easy to train, and she is as sweet as she can be. I feel truly blessed to have such an incredible dog. She brings so much love into my life. Thank you Michele!"
Wendy E., Georgia
Parents of puppy: Eliana and Toby

"Michele -
Here's Ginger -- Katie and Eldon's red girl -- at 2 days shy of 16 weeks old. She just had her first professional grooming -- face, feet and tail. It was a big event for her -- met a very large labradoodle who didn't like to be played with!
Ginger was such a good girl. She is just the delight of our life and so much fun. She keeps us laughing every day -- and gets up bright and early! What a sweet loving little girl. I've had poodles for 19 years, and I've never had such a sweet darling as she is. She's just so warm and loving -- not afraid of anything! And always ready to just sit on your feet or lap for loving.
Thank you for raising such a wonderful companion. She really is the light of our lives.
Hope all is going well for you."

Coni Mach
Fort Myers, FL
Parents of puppy: Katie and Eldon (November 2007)

"Dear Michele,
I just wanted you to know that Monty (who is now almost 12 weeks old) is doing great. He is a wonderful puppy -- full of love and vigor. He just reflects happiness.

Moreover, I am happy to let you know that our Vet believes he is a very healthy puppy. His fabulous personality is a direct reflection of the wonderful care provided by you as well as the breeding which you also direct. Keep up the good work -- of spreading joy throughout the world."

B. Schneider, Florida
Parents of puppy: Loopay and Toby

"Here is an updated picture of JoJo. She had just been to the groomer. She is so adorable. I know I have told you this already, but I get so many comments about her color. Everybody just loves it. She has been so much fun and she has such a great personality. I just want to thank you for giving us such a wonderful puppy."

Diana Owens, Florida