Sable White Rough Collie Dogs Camano Island Washington

Good Morning Shannon,

Oh Pete is great, he is such a beautiful dog. He has been thru beginning obedience and picked up a lot. He is very well behaved. Pete is the most loyal dog I have ever owned, he stays near me no matter where we are & when he is not on a leash. We have 3 acres and he is king of that little mountain, he loves all the kids. But he is so big...he can just walk past the kids and wag his tail & knock them down, but all the grandkids just adore him...

I check your website from time to time to see new litters, you have beautiful dogs we love Pete very much...

thanks, take care!
Vicky (California)

Hi Shannon,
Rosie got along with the animals fine and she slept through her first night. I think she's going to be pretty easy to potty train because she follows Soozie outside and she only had one accident in the house and it was on paper. I don't know about the other puppies in the litter but I think ours is the smartest!!. We took her to the vet after work yesterday and she said she looked fine. She'll get her next shots next week.

Thanks again for being so kind and we definitely will keep in touch.
Sincerely,
Betty (Nevada)

Hello Shannon!
Just wanted to write real quick and let you know that everything is going great. Pete arrived on time and was in good shape except being nervous which is to be expected. When I got home we slowly coaxed him outta his safe cage [shipping crate] and he started to warm up to us immediately. He is so loving and caring just like a collie should be. He started out a little shy but now you would think that he was born and raised here. My father was totally shocked and amazed when he saw Pete. He really adores him and I think Pete really likes him, just will take time to get used to someone as big as him. I will try to send some pics here soon, we have taken a ton so far and they are good. Thank you so much for everything! Pete has really been a blessing to our family.
Sincerely,
Jeremy (Virginia)

Hi Shannon,

I'm sorry it has been awhile since I have talked with you, but I wanted to let you know what a wonderful pet Maggie is. She is already house broken and gets along great with my kids! She is loving the snow here and enjoys running around in our back yard! I want to thank you so much for everything. You were such a pleasure to work with and you made this such a great experience! Thanks again!

Sincerely,
Christine (Pennsylvania)

It is hard to get used to a dog that doesn't gobble down his food! He just eats a little at a time. He seems to have a fascination with paper such as napkins and magazines. He is hilarious and so much fun! What is he trying to say when he lifts his paw in front of you? I keep thinking he is trying to say "Timmy fell in well!" I feel stupid that I'm not getting it yet!

(Sammy lives in Gig Harbor, WA)

Hi Shannon,
Just a quick note to let you know we are home (9:30!), and she is doing great. We love her already. She was pretty scared, but started getting relaxed when we reached Ellensburg. She kept wanting to crawl in the backseat and sit with seth in his car seat! He thought it was great. When we arrived home, she played in the backyard for about 1/2 hour, showing absolutely no sign that she hadn't already done this 100 times before. She didn't even want to explore...just play! She is crashed now, on our bed. This has been a positive experience for us, and I really appreciate your help w/all my questions. I'll keep you updated w/news and pictures, and of course, if you keep our website address, I post new pictures there every time they are developed!

Cassie (Washington State)

Hi Shannon,
I just looked at your website out of curiosity and realized I should send you some new photos of Benny. We finished dog classes a few weeks
ago and he really is a very smart dog and so eager to please. We are so happy to have him, he fits out lifestyle perfectly. Look how funny he is when he eats his food!!!! Our friends crack up. No one has ever
seen a dog that eats lying down. Well, here he is. Good luck with the new litter.
The Payne Family

(Zoe as a puppy - LEFT and Zoe as a 7 month old puppy RIGHT)

Hello Shannon!
I was just thinking about sending you a little update on Zoe, and have a little story for you. My son was looking at your website the other day, and we saw the video of the new puppies, who are adorable! Zoe was sleeping nearby, and when the video came on, she heard and must have recognized your voice. She jumped up and ran over and started nuzzling me, and rooting around. It was funny. I think it took her back to her baby days, and she just recognized mom......and the siblings. It was really unique behavior for her, although she is a highly affectionate dog. I think she heard your voice and associated it with me, her other mommy.

Anyway, she is a wonderful puppy, and we just adore her. I liked to read the updates on your site. There is a picture of her brother on the site, and he REALLY looks just like her. She is so smart, and has learned her boundaries and listens well to all of us. She still gets excited around guests, but we're working on that. I think someday we'll end up with one of her sisters or brothers as a playmate for her. We're so happy with her. I will never regret getting a collie. She is the best. I've included two pictures of her. She loves toward the camera as soon as I pull it out, so it's hard to get great shots that show her form, which is beautiful. She's too busy running to play.

Thanks for checking in with us. I really appreciate it.

Stacey (WA State)

Dear Shannon,
I have been delinquent sending you a status check on our beloved Dannan, probably because I do not have a good picture to send. Nevertheless, Dannan (AKA Matisse) is the most wonderful dog for us, and he smells good too! We moved to San Diego (temporarily) where he has so many dog-friends to play with every day, he comes home exhausted and lays on the floor. He prefers to sleep outside, as I expected, where he can guard things. He barks minimally and only appropriately. I have to tell you that at a church picnic, he let all the little boys and girls take turns �running� him around the park, all the time the leash loose. That is, he is so polite and understanding. Every kid loves him, as he loves them.

The picture of him I attached is on his 6 month birthday when we were camping, so he�s dirty from playing in a pond. He eats heartily and politely. Also, no shedding, digging or annoying chewing (usually). Very smart and obedient. His coloring is so perfect. He gets so much attention for his beauty and demeanor. Everyone adores him on the beach.

Wow. We really love him.

Thanks for everything,
Chris, Magda, Stella and Ksenia (and Dannan)

Hi Shannon,
Well, it is approaching our third day with Tommy. The first night Tommy impressed us by picking out his"spot" in the yard. I wasn't sure how potty training was going to go, but I guess you took care of that for us -- THANK YOU!!! Dave and I are so pleased with him. He is gentle, sweet natured, and eager to please - we really couldn't ask for anything more.
Sincerely,
Sonja (Alaska)

Hi Shannon,
It has been awhile. I thought you might like to see how beautifully �pookey� grew up. Besides being the most handsome, he is brilliant and so much fun. he will do anything for treats! He is amazing. We just adore him!

I check your website from time to time to see the new babies. So hard to resist!

Many blessings,
Mari (Washington State)

Hi, Shannon! Just wanted to let you know that Lilah (Holly) is the best little puppy! She is great, loving everybody, people and dogs, that she meets. We are working on commands. She knows sit and down pretty well. Off is a little harder for her, as she gets excited when she meets new people. At the end of the month, we start puppy class. I can't wait. She's smart and picks up on things quickly. She comes to work with me all the time, and loves all the attention that she gets.
-Shawna
(WA State)

Dear Shannon:
So sorry it's taken me so long to learn how to operate a digital camera and take pictures of Rosie and send to you. Rosie is doing great, she's beautiful and we love her!! She is the social butterfly in her obedience class. Everyone is crazy about her. We can't thank you enough for bringing her into our lives. Doesn't she look like her dad Joey?
The pictures of your new puppies look great too.
Keep in touch, we love hearing from you,

Love, Betty, Pat, Melissa, Soozie & Rosie

(Nevada)

Shannon,
Just wanted you to know Apollo is doing great, we named him Blake! He is really bonding with my son, in fact it seems like he likes Alex better than me! He had his checkup yesterday and everything is fine. He really is such a good dog, we have only had a couple of pee accidents and NO poops in the house!! He is already learning to sit, He loves it outside and when it's nap time he prefers the hardwood floor!

Anyway I know you are busy, just wanted to give you an update and some pictures! He is a great dog and we really love him! He's adapting just fine!
Kenette (WA State)

Hi Shannon,
Been meaning to send you an update on Libby for sometime know. She is doing so wonderful ! Such a happy puppy. People comment at the store on how it seems like she is always smilling. We call her the ENERGIZER BUNNY at the store. Libby wears out every puppy that comes through the door. She is a very healthy 40lbs now. WOW!
I'm excited about the comming litter in December. I have been thinking alot about getting Libby her own friend. It would be nice to have another one to I must confess. Libby's been geat so two would be terrific! Well I hope you like the pictures I took them mid-September.

Well, take care Shannon and I'll keep watching the for the NEW LITTER! Take care,
Tim
Massachusetts

Hi Shannon,
I just thought we'd update you on Jasper since his first birthday just passed by. With his wonderful personality he's made an excellent family dog that has been a joy for the kids and a great companion for my wife and I. He plays gently with the kids while reserving rough-housing time for me which is great. His play level always adjusts to the size/age of the dogs he's socializing with too. Jasper enjoys rides in my Jeep with the top down and cruises on our Chris Craft boat.

While he avoids actual swimming he loves playing in rivers, lakes and at the ocean. Late this summer we took him out to Moclips with the kids for 3 nights. He had great time being off-leash and did a wonderful job of herding our kids together while we running together in the surf. He also chased frisbees and other toys while we were out there and certainly enjoyed the adventure.

Thanks much and Happy Thanksgiving;
Kyle
Washington State

This is a picture of Brea curled up on a cat bed. She didn't like her dog bed at first she wanted to squeeze into the cat bed. Never thought a cat scratching post would ever make the best chew toy! The cats wouldn't even touch it, but Brea loved it and never touched my furniture.
Angela
(Oregon)

Hi Shannon,
Seamus (Ninja) traveled wonderfully. We took him to the state park down the road from you to stretch his legs before the trip and he started playing and hopping along the beach with my husband as if they were old friends! I wasn't expecting him to do so well with a collar and leash so soon. On the way home he didn't whine the entire time and was quite content to just snuggle with us. He loves chasing our toddler (which Colette loves) and took to our other dog right away. Our cat just glares at us but she'll get over it. :)

I love Seamus' little personality--so sweet but quite a stinker, too. I can't wait to start puppy classes with him in a few weeks. Thank you so much for allowing us to adopt one of your beautiful pups. I'll send another update with pictures down the road. Thanks for everything!

Sincerely,
Niki
(WA State)

Jazz is doing great. Her training is coming along (it's been great to be off this week). It's a little tricky for us because our kitchen (the only area with washable floors) does not have a door to outside. So we have to carry Jazz out of the house to do her business. She's getting the right idea, but I can tell she is starting to ask for me to pick her up! So we'll have to break that habit once she has a little more control.

The trip to the vet went great. Everyone had been waiting to see the Collie puppy. One of the vets had a collie as a child. They'd seen collies before but never had a Collie puppy come in.

Pat
(WA State)

Shannon:
Ginger (Kali) is doing fine. She slept for the hour car ride from the airport. Once we got home she started running and playing. She seems to be settled in already. Thank you for all the communications since we adopted her. I will send some photos in the next few days and will keep you updated. She is absolutely adorable.

Tim
(Alabama)

Dear Shannon,
We have been so happy with our new "Jagger" that I've had no time for email!! It was our daughter who decided Sir McJagger was perfect, and early she had nixed the name. So we do call him Jagger. His ears perk wonderfully for the name.

Our trip home was really pretty painless...we even stopped at Petco for a little socialization! When home, he napped a bit and then we took him for a walk. He is pretty funny on a leash right now!! But I have to ask, do you send home PRE-HOUSETRAINED PUPPIES? Jagger did not have a single in house accident until late Monday, but has already picked his spot in our yard. He goes each time I take him out! He has had regular bowel movements. Just amazing. He loves to sleep with his head on one of our feet so he knows if anyone is headed anywhere fun!!

He already gets "sit" and "Come, Jagger" but leash training will take a while. He's already weaving, trying to herd us! He is a good eater, has cried very little, and is getting a lot of walks.

Thank you for raising such a fine, well-adjusted dog. Our family is just thrilled. Monet and Joey, Jagger is going to be a big one...and you should be so proud.

Thanks, Shannon.
Blessings to your whole family.
Cindy & Ric (WA State)

(Kali - Going to be BIG!)

Shannon:
Here is a recent picture of Ginger (Kali). She is nearly 6 month's old. She is so special. We are so happy to have her. Some of her habbits include blowing bubbles in her water dish as well as burping! She has a wonderful personality. Recently she completed her basic obedience class, of course she was one of the most popular pups.

Shannon,

I was so good to finally meet you after months of emailling. Your collies are beautiful and very sweet.

My sister is in love with Sailor and they are bonding beautifully. She told me this morning that there have been no potty accidents. (8-weeks old!) Sailor whines a little and she take him out and he goes potty right away. She took him for a short walk yesterday and he did great. She is giving him short commands for "kennel"and "with me" so he gets used to the words. The next thing to add will be 'leave it". She will give him a wonderful home and he will give her great love and companionship.

I am so happy for Sylvia and Sailor. We are a dog family and I am very greatful to you for Sailor.

Hope all is going well with Roxy and Angel.

Thank you for everything.
Melodie (WA State)

Hi Shannon,

Thought I'd drop you a couple of pictures now that Louis just turned three months.

Our older Collie Alex has been bonding with him quite well. She's becoming somewhat of a mentor showing Louis the ropes, everything from going to the door and barking when he needs to go out and playing Frisbee. Our cats have also
contributed at times but they don't always provide the "gentle" touch that Al gives :)

Louis is showing himself to be a very fast learner. Our vet has a weekly puppy social for her clients and behaves well with other puppies and people. Being all white also adds a "wow" factor on first impression. We all look forward
to watching him grow.

Good luck in the future and thanks for the wonderful dog.

John (OR)

Hi Shannon,
She is beautiful. "Lassie's" name did not stick as she does not look like a Lassie, so her name is Zoey, simply because that what she answered to. Thought I would send you a couple of photos. She is adapting very nicely. Pretty energetic in the morning, and is kennel trained. Still working on the potty training, but only a few accidents over the past couple of weeks. Not bad for a puppy! We absolutely love her, she is so cute!
Maureen
(WA State)

Hi Shannon,

We have enjoyed Ziggy (formally Davy) for 3 years. He�s a beautiful and magnificent dog � extremely intelligent, gentle and loving, a family member from day one. Ziggy has played many roles in our family, he has been a fitness companion during our daily walks, a fun playmate for our kids and their friends, a pillow, a yard protector, a travel buddy, but mainly just a good friend and companion to all of us 24/7. We all love him!

Such a GREAT dog! � Thanks �

Gary C.
Southern California