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It is great to hear from all of you and to see how the pups are doing and what wonderful homes they are going to. It keeps us inspired to raise the absolute best setters that we can. We also wish to thank each and every one of you for keeping in contact and for the wonderful/fun photos and cards that you send our way. |
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Dear Kerry, We
purchased Jesse (whom you knew as Andy) in December of this past year. He is
now 7 months old, and is a truly wonderful dog. He is completely bird crazy,
as you mentioned he was as a very young puppy, and is rapidly progressing
into an amazing hunting dog. I have hunted my entire life and trained
hunting dogs, mostly Labs and Retrievers, but I have never experienced what
an English Setter can do. At the young age of 7 months, Jesse is possibly
already the best hunting dog I have ever trained or seen for that matter. He
is completely focused, very smart and easy to train, and incredibly
athletic. He works every piece of terrain, under complete control with voice
and whistle signals, and holds point until released even though we have not
started the serious training phase yet. With only the basics taught to this
point, he has progressed on his own and I am so happy and proud to have a
such a great dog. More importantly, Jesse is a great pet and
companion. He is very mild mannered and great around kids, other dogs, and
people love him for his disposition and looks. Setters are very rare here in
Southern California, and Jesse is the subject of conversation with people we
meet when out on walks or training. Our only wish is that there were more
game birds here in Southern California (Jesse expresses this to me every
day). We will visit your place in the early fall for a hunting trip, and I
am excited for you to get reacquainted with Jesse and see how he has
progressed. We absolutely could not be happier with our dog. Thank you so
much! Sincerely, C.B. .............. California |
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 Kerry
and Marian, Curly had a great 2007-08 season. Great dog.Thank you R.L. ........ West Virginia |
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 Here's
a picture of Pancho (foreground) and Wyatt at the beginning of last season.
If you have Pancho's clone - send him - if not, one male most like him. You know what I like.
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 Hi
KerryWe just wanted to send an update on the puppy we got from you. Lucy is from the Reba and Citation  litter.
(1/30/08) She arrived here in perfect condition. The people at Northwest
Cargo in Detroit were so nice to her, giving her fresh bedding while she
waited for us to get there. She is fitting in nice here and loves to be
outside, playing and running around with her new English Setter sisters. She
also likes to go on long walks on our property. She went for her first swim
last week in the pond, which she seemed to enjoy. Thanks again, she is a
perfect match for us. Hope you enjoy the pics. E. and J. D. .............. Michigan |
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 These
photos may be too dark but here is Havelock Sadie pointing a covey of blue
quail at sundown near Sterling City, Texas. L & R S. |
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| Hello I wanted to let you folks know how Patch turned out. He is great. We are both really happy. He fits in good with other dogs. I have had him out a few times now and he has great range, good temperament, great nose and point. Retrieves sometimes but that will come. Just wanted to thank you. Glad I found your site. I will send a photo when I get one. Thanks again. J.K. .............. Iowa | |
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Thought you would enjoy this picture of Mack (Dazey x Blacksmith) on quail in South Texas. He is a wonderful dog. |
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| Hello my name is B.L. I purchased a pup out of Powerball and Meg almost 3 years ago, I named him Bo. Short for bodacious He is a drop dead gorgeous dog now. He is very smart, he does not fall for the same thing twice. Very fast and does not miss a thing. We have shot probably 400 birds over him now. He is all business. He points, honors and retrieves naturally. He is a true gentleman. But he still plays with my grandsons like a puppy. Thank you again for him. It was such a small price for what I received in return, You gave him away. Still watching your web. Maybe another pup next year. Sincerely, B.L. .................... Ohio | |
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Kerry, Thought I'd send you an update on the puppy I bought from you last summer. Molly (Reba X Dan) had a good season on Quail and Pheasant this past year. She had a few points and one beautiful retrieve. When pointing she keeps her head high and her tail is straight up. I have not done any training, other than taking her hunting every time I went, because she acts like a big puppy. So now that she is approaching one year in age I'm starting to work on commands. She is very quick to pick up on what I want and I believe she may be the smartest dog I've ever owned. She is very biddable and the most beautiful dog I have ever had. She looks exactly like her mother, minus the brown on her muzzle. As a matter of fact she looks just like the dog in your hunting pictures titled "Gunner". I don't have any pictures from this past season but when I get some and send them to you. Also, I have continued to feed her Purina One, Lamb & Rice. Is that what you feed your adult dogs? She has filled out beautifully and is very strong and has unbelievable endurance. She is not the least overweight. Hope that you had a good year. J.W. ............ Illinois |
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a.jpg) Greetings
and Happy New Year!Just a quick note to let you know that Duce and Storm are doing phenomenal! They were whelped 8/05 from Blackjack and Dazey. They both possess great talent, style and love to point the birds. Thanks for two wonderful champions! J.G. ................ North Dakota |
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Hi
 Kerry,
Thought I would send you a note to let you know that I sent the crate back
to you yesterday. You should receive it UPS in a few days. Both
puppies arrived perfectly. No problems, no issues. As you know, I purchased
the second puppy the day before shipment, and you accommodated my request
without any problems. Thanks for your help. Both puppies have fit the
mold of your letters on the internet. Although they were not house broken
when we got them, the female has been almost perfect since the first week,
and the male is not that far behind. After 2 weeks, the male is
already pointing, and both are doing exceptionally well out doors. We are
outside every day, rain, snow, shine, or evening, and I have had a lot of
success at training both without leashes. Your suggestions on the web have
been super helpful. Thought I would send you a picture of both that I
took last evening. Feel free to use it on your website if you would like.
T.E. ............ New Jersey |
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 Hi
there, the attached is a picture of my year and half year old puppy from a
Dazzle / Powerball litter. He is a GREAT dog in every way and a pointing
machine! The picture is from South Eastern Washington on the Oregon border
where we got our pheasant limit in 12 minutes on Thanksgiving weekend.
Thought you would enjoy seeing it.
C.S. ................ Washington |
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 Hello,We just wanted to share some pictures of Rex! You can put them on the website if you want. Rex came from Ike and Jane. We are so happy with Rex he is our baby. M.B. ........................ Minnesota |
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 Hi
Kerry and Marian,I am sending and updated picture of Gunnar- what a great dog! Mike just returned from Montana and says he has a wonderful nose. His performance was outstanding. Gunnar and our female from Grouse Ridge, Millie, just had their first litter of pups- 4 females and 4 males. We hope they have noses like their daddy! Regards, M and K D. and Gunnar ........................ Ohio |
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 We
love our little "Cowboy". He's right at home!J.W. .................. Kansas |
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Cody is doing very well. Looks like he is going to be a natural retriever. He is growing like a weed. He has been on a few excursions to the fields/woods looking for woodcock with his kennel mates. He tries so hard to keep up with them. He seems to be quick to learn and eager to please. I'm very happy with this pup. I hope to get out there someday. I was very impressed with the area. Thanks for everything. J.C. ..................... Indiana |
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Hi
 Kerry,
Just
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that I would send an update and some pictures of the pup (Reba & Dapper Dan)
I bought from you last summer. Katie broke at 5 months on her second trip in
the field. She is pointing ptarmigan and backing my old dog like a pro. Kate
has lots of leg for a dog who is only 5 1/2 months old, seems like she has
the potential to be a real ranger (just the way we like it here on the
"ROCK"). The puppy loves to comb open country, but she doesn't like to give
up downed birds!! (She once ran a full hour with a bird in her mouth and
wouldn't come close enough to catch her). She has all the signs of becoming
a pro. The dog swims like an otter and absolutely loves the water. I am
extremely pleased with her progress and can only hope for the best. Thanks
again for a wonderful puppy! I'll send more pictures as she progresses. S.B. .............. Newfoundland |
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