Hello!  We are home safe and the boys were so good!  We didn't have any car sickness

and they ate and drank well.  We're just getting ready to introduce them to our other

 boys.

 My parents just loved both of them! We'll be sending pictures soon.  Thank you so

much

 for letting us have them!  Take care, Derlene and Melisa

                                                                                                Sumter, South Carolina

Hello Yvonne

Did you receive the pictures we sent you? Both of them are doing good they are about

2-2.5 lbs now. They love there new home. We should be getting some more pictures

soon of them and we'll e-mail them to you. Just to let you know a little more about them.

Both of their personality's have really come out. Tucker is sweet and likes to cuddle

and chew toys and feet. Cody is frisky and a busy body and loves to grab onto my

 robe when I'm walking. They both are so beautiful and so wonderful. What we really

 can't get over is how they sleep all night. And, today (it was so cute) when my mom

came home they both went running up to her. They recognize us really well now they

even respond to their names.

Well e-mail us soon and we'll write you later!

Melisa and Derlene Lowder

Hey Yvonne, just an update on our little guy!  He is tooo cute!  He has fit right in and our Bichon "Sebastian" has had a ball.....he is potty trained and stays during the day with his oldest brother in a condo (crate).  He is very happy and well adjusted and we are very happy to have him with us.  We have changed the spelling of his name and wondered if you could update your pic's for us with his correct spelling.   Mooshu.  I will be sending you pics of our Mooshu and the fun he's been having!  Hope your well and we enjoyed visiting with you in Gray Georgia.  Here our weather's been hot and humid and I am personally looking forward to some cooler weather.  Take care and we will contact you soon with some updates!  Sharyl

                                                                                                           Atlanta,Georgia

Hello Yvonne,

"Booger" and I made it home all right. He and Bernie played for two to three
hours straight, no joke! It was so hysterical because they were all over
each other, yet they were so quiet the whole time. All I could hear was both
of them panting and running around, lapping up water every now and then. No
signs of jealousy on Bernie's part. I left them playing in the kitchen area
and went to bed on the floor on the other side of the gate. I don't know if
they fell asleep, but they woke me up around 5 a.m., wanting a little
attention. So I took Bernie into the bedroom, and I put the little guy in a
crate next to my bed (I don't want him sleeping with me until he's
potty-trained). He fell right to sleep! No crying at all. Then the two of
them woke me up around 7:30 a.m., and I took them outside.  "Booger"
(temporary name, I promise, but you know who  I'm talking about) doesn't
like the leash. He pulled and pulled and didn't want to go. We'll have to
work on that. As I'm writing now, he and Bernie are chasing each other
around the kitchen like idiots. I think I hear them getting into the toilet
paper roll. They're so cute together, and I'm really surprised about how
well they get along! It makes me so happy to see them playing because I
realize how much Bernie's been missing all along. I could never play with
him for THAT long with THAT much energy. I'm so glad he has a playmate, and
vice versa.

I will be taking  "Booger" to the vet today, and I'll let you know if there
are any problems, although I'm sure there won't be. I'll send you an update
once I name him, and once I've gotten to know him better.

Thanks again for my new baby! And thanks for taking the time to talk with me
last night - I really enjoyed it.

Cary

 This is "Baby" talking.  I AM 8 MONTHS OLD TODAY AND
AM DOING VERY
WELL.  Mama  says that I am a brat but I try very hard to be good - 
it's
just that sometimes things don't go
right and I get in trouble.  

I must confess that I really do want my way - most of the time!!  But I
do know better.  Sometimes I look at
Mama and she says that she can tell that I know better that I'm doing.  
I
have just about gotten the wee wee
pads figured out. (Of course when I am out of patience with whatever, I
like to tear up the pads!!)  And I really do like to go outside to do 
my
business.  In fact Mama takes me outside
several times a day.  My favorite pass time is sitting or laying on
Mama's lap.  

I still stay in the kitchen most of the time but sometimes I escape - 
ha
ha - into the rest of the house.  Then
Mama plays this game where she tries to catch me and I run away from 
her.
We have a GOOD time until she
finally catches me.  Ha Ha!!   But when she leaves me in the kitchen 
and
goes to the other part of the house 
I let her know LOUD AND CLEAR that I AM NOT HAPPY WITH THIS
ARRANGEMENT!!!!!

Well, what is going on with you?  I would like to hear from you.  

Oh, my Mama says that she hasn't decided if she will take me with her 
to
Florida for Xmas or not..  I'm not 
sure that I want to go because I have heard there is a 25 pound cat 
that
lives there as well as two dogs.  I
haven't ever been around a cat and I don't know if I want to or not. 
Mama and I are still talking about it.

Take care and love,     Baby and Mama   

                                                                                                      Julliette, Georgia

We have a name !!!! Jerrol's Doodlebug of Pea Ridge... but he's my baby !!!!!! Sleeps by my side everynight and Sugar is by Jerrol. ( Plus the cat is at my head !!! So we have a bed full !!!!!)
He went for his shots Friday and weighs 4 lbs. so he's catching up with Sugarbaby !!!
We are really enjoying them, always laughing about something they are doing. Sugar is a bully but Doodle can hold his own !!!! They are a joy !!
  Keep in touch !!
          Suzi

Congratulations Yvonne !
On Sunday, October 26, 2003 at 16:08:00, you won our most sought after award!
Your web site has been chosen to receive the TopDog Web Award for web site design, content and entertainment value in an animal related web site.

                                                                                                   Julliette, Georgia

We have a name !!!! Jerrol's Doodlebug of Pea Ridge... but he's my baby !!!!!! Sleeps by my side everynight and Sugar is by Jerrol. ( Plus the cat is at my head !!! So we have a bed full !!!!!)
He went for his shots Friday and weighs 4 lbs. so he's catching up with Sugarbaby !!!
We are really enjoying them, always laughing about something they are doing. Sugar is a bully but Doodle can hold his own !!!! They are a joy !!
  Keep in touch !!
          Suzi

J. Hilliard

                                                                                                   Boca Raton, Florida

Harry is absolutely crate trained.  Goes outside only. He got his next to
last shot last week (I wrote you at that time?) and he weighed in at 5.2 oz.
He is the smartest, sweetest, cuddliest little doll I have ever seen.  Liza
was here for the weekend and she just can't get over how adorable and smart
he is. My other daughter, husband, grandson are coming this weekend, they
can't wait to see Harry.  Harry loves people and gives strangers thousands
of kisses.  Have you sold brother and sister?  We were lucky during
hurricane.  The only thing we lost was cable for about 1 day.  Where we live
there are those huge ficus trees - they just blew right out of the ground.
They are still picking up the debris.  Did you get any of the storm?  Today
looks stormy again here from Ivan.  Thank goodness we won't get a direct hit
from him.  One hurricane was enough for me!!!! Let me know if you did
receive the e-mail I sent you last week.

Paula

                                                                                                   Atlanta, Georgia

Here are a few quick pix of Miss Molly Berry (the name Lucy just didn't
stick).  She is just wonderful and she is already ruling the roost!  She has
found a wonderful playmate in her "big brother" our two year old Shitzu.
She really gives him a run for his money!  She grabs his ears and he pulls
her across the floor - they have a great time.

She is sleeping through the night and believe it our not - she's getting the potty thing down - little puddles here and there but she's really doing well.  She's definitely a talker she tells you what she wants - and of course then she gets it!  We're taking very good care of here and she's scheduled to see the vet this Thursday. 

Thanks again!!

                                                                                                  Fayetteville, Georgia

We finally got a digital camera so we could send you a picture of our baby,
 Dakota! He is 4 months old now and is going in his patio potty very well. He is soooo spoiled and has a lot of personality.It didn't take long for him to get comfortable in his new home. When he figured out where the food was, where his toys were and where he was supposed to go potty he just let loose! We love him so. My husband greets him when he comes home before he greets the kids! He calls him his "little buddy". Thank you for everything, he is a wonderful addition to our family! Love, The Harbours

                                                                                                            Oxford, Georgia
Hey Yvonne
This is Holly
We are home only in an hour or so not a bad drive at all....I think we are
going to name our new member Gypsy.  She loves Jacob the most of all so
far...Chases him around and climbs on him and licks all over...HEHE  I just
love her and my hubby too. He sat 2 times before he had to go to work just
holding her an she fell asleep on him......IS funny I go towards her ad she
backs away and away and takes me some time to get her to come to me but she
 will get used to me i guess....ITs funny..usually they are more timid around
little ones and she just happy with my boy and girl....Thanks so much and I
 will keep you posted with photos as they come....Take care  and thanks
again....Holly

                                                                                                         Snellville, Georgia

Hi Yvonne,
 
Just wanted to give you a little update on Buddy.  He did real well on the
car ride home - just a little whimpering and no accidents!

 I kept him pretty close to me for the rest of the day, while slowly getting him acquainted
 with his new surroundings.  You weren't kidding when you told me how playful he is!

 I'm trying to get him to enjoy playing with his toys as much as
he enjoys chasing and playing with my feet!
 
Today, we've started somewhat of a schedule.  He is crying a little more to
day, but overall, he's doing great.  He's eating, drinking, and "going" on
his potty pads very well.  He seems  very smart, alert, and loveable. 

I think he is almost recognizing his name.
 
Well, it was great to finally meet you yesterday.  I'll keep in touch and

send pictures as I get them.  Thanks again for my Buddy.  Take care.
 
Crystal

                                                                                                 Tallahassee, Florida

Dear Yvonne,

Luigi (aka Weegie) is doing wonderfully.  I'll email a
photo later. He's such a sweetheart.  The kids love
him, especially Maribeth.  He's housetraining easily.
He still enjoys his puppy chow.  He's such a dear.
Thanks for all of your help. 


Beth

Hi Yvonne,
 Sorry it took me so long to write. Buddy is so smart and playful.

 He can also be very cuddly (when he's tired) 

 He definitely keeps me busy and on my toes.  
 Hope all is well with you and Larry.  Take care.
 
Crystal

Hi Yvonne,
 
I visited your web site and I wanted to thank you for all of the poems you 
have posted. 
 
I lost a 14-year-old shih tzu named Buttons a few months back and it is the
 hardest thing I have ever had to go through. I got married and moved out w
ith my husband, and got a pekapoo (named Elliot) because we love dogs as mu
ch as you do (and my parents wouldn't let me take Buttons)...and to this da
y, as much as I love Elliot, I always felt like Buttons thought I abanonded
 her. After I moved out, her health turned bad so quickly and she missed me
 so much. I grew up with Buttons and another pekapoo (his name is Pretzel) 
and they were together for 14 years. Now, Pretzel is getting very sick and 
it's so hard to go through this all over again. He misses her so much and w
aits by the back door for her all day and night. It is so sad.
 
But, I wanted to thank you, because, although the poems on your site made m
e cry, it made me cry in a good way. It makes me realize that although it i
s so hard to say goodbye to these wonderful animals, I should also be grate
ful that God let them be in my life for so long. And thank you for breeding
 my two favorite dogs! You are very special to so many people in your life 
for granting them the right to own such wonderful and beautiful puppies. It
 is the kind of work that brings years and years of happiness and memories 
of a lifetime to each family you sell one too. Not many people in this world
    have a heart big enough to do that.
 
Thanks again.
Erica

                                                                                   Savannah, Georgia

Hi
I just read about Buffy & Brittany.  This part of your web site has left
tears in my eyes.
My bundle of love is doing great.  Everyone who sees him falls in love.
My cats and him are playing together.  He is full of life and energy.
I love him so much!  He sleeps with me at night and follows me
around the house when I'm awake.  He is eating good and has already
made himself at home now.
We have named him "Gabriel Angel of Samson".  We call him
Gabriel.
Thank you!  I will forward pictures to you a little later.
Tammie

                                                                                      Savannah, Georgia

Hi Yvonne
Gabriel is doing great!  He is growing into a beautiful dog.
He is a little over 4 months old.  I have already gotten his
final shots and he is on Heart Worm medicine.
I have had him groomed at PetsMart twice already.
In October I will have him neutered.

The most important thing is - I can not imagine not having
him.  He has become such a important part of my life.
He rides with me in my Jeep almost every day.  He sleeps
with me at night.  When he is not playing with my other dogs
or cats he is in my lap or curled up on my shoulder asleep.
His eyes are always following me with such love.

Thanks again for such a wonderful pet.
I will get pictures to you, sorry I haven't done so as of yet.
Just thinking of you, have a wonderful day.
Tammie Grier

Dear Yvonne,   It's been 3 years since we bought a small little  
chihuahua from your kennel. We gave him the name Zulu after a African  
tribe because it suited him so well with the colors he is. So far he  
has fit into our family perfectly, he is a little angel. We adore  
having him with us, I cannot imagine life without him. He has  
impacted us in so many ways, and is such an important part of my  
life. Zulu has grown into a handsome little dog, he is very quite,  
except when someone is walking outside. He is extremely cuddly, and  
never misses an opportunity to sleep on my shoulder or cuddle on the  
coach. My family and I love this little puppy so much, and I just  
wanted to tell you that he is doing great in out family.

Jessica 

Hi Yvonne!

                               My new baby girl is home safe!!!  She is adorable with her new haircut.
                               Some of the 1st pics attached!  Pic are of me & my hubby - Ken - whom you
                              met last week. Her name is Vegas "Cookie Pie" Royer.

                              Thank you for holding her for us.  She truly is special.  More pics to
                              come!!!
                             Jennifer

    Just thought I would give you an update on Bailey. He is 18 weeks old now, and as of Tuesday, has had all his shots.

He weighed 5 pounds. Potty training is still hit and miss, but he is so lovable it is hard to be angry with him.

Right now he is curled up under the desk taking a nap.

    He has a rough time traveling. Every time I take him in the car, he throws up. I hope he will grow out of that.

    We have scheduled his neutering for June. Bailey has decided the blue bunny you sent with him is his love toy.

 He started humping it last Sunday. The little boy is growing up.

    Hope all is going well with you.

Linda

 Hi Yvonne

  We wanted you to know that Gracie , our Yorkie, is still very healthy and happy. She will be 4 in February.

Our daughter got Gracie for her birthday and has enjoyed her so very much. She weighs just over 5 lbs.

Everyone thinks she is a baby or puppy. Thanks for helping us get such a wonderful pet.

Our daughter will turn 18 in April and go off to college next year. We told her she can't take Gracie though.

Thanks again. Do you have any baby Yorkies for spring?

 Beth

                                                                                                                    Atlanta, Georgia

Hello, Mrs. Yvonne

   It's been awhile I bought a male Yorkshire Terrier from you back in December. I
just want to tell what a pleasure it was doing business with you. My baby (Bud)
has been doing fantastic. He is confident, intelligent, friendly with dogs, cats
and people and not to mention his dashing good looks. I never thought I would
become one of those weird dog people that I have become. I just wanted you to
know that he is doing great and I am more than happy with Bud.
Michelle Wright

 

Hi Yvonne,

Just wanted to update you on Abby (the pink nosed cockapoo cutie born 9/18/06)!  I'm attaching a couple pictures.  She just turned 6 months old last Sunday.... weighs 8 lbs (she loves to eat!) and is as you said before... "cute as a button!"  She does resemble Murphy from the previous litter.  Her nose is black and pink now..... just darling!  I just had her spade a couple days ago... and she is recovering well... except it's hard to keep her mellow as she is very frisky and loves to play.  I am sooooo glad I picked her, I love her to death! 

 

Hope you are doing well.

 

Linda Fonteyne March 2007

(Cockapoo)

 

Hi Yvonne!

 

This is the first I've had access to my computer and probably the last for a while again. 

Just wanted to let you know that our little Katie is a little "spit-fire" and has adapted so well to her new home.

 She is such a pleasure to have and is loved by all.  Her "sister", Abbey (miniature Australian Shepherd) loves her so much too.

 Katie copies everything Abbey does, it's so cute!  She is potty trained outside and loves the walks she takes.

 I haven't been able to take a nice picture of her as she is never still long enough.  Again, thank you so much.

 

Linda  2007 (Cockapoo)

Yvonne ,

 

     Hi! Just thought I'd drop you a line today. Guess what?  I'm a year old today. Can you believe it?  My human mom keeps singing "Happy Birthday to You" to me all day.  I guess that's the teacher in her.  Anyway, I just wanted to touch base with you and let you know that I am as cute as ever.  I only weigh 10 pounds and everyone tells me I have a wonderful personality, whatever that means.  Maybe my human dad will take a picture of me and put it on the computer so my mom can send it to you so you can see how beautiful I am.  Last week my mom's kids had an art show at the park.  There were about 300 people at least and my dad brought me to socialize me.  My mom had to work the show.  Anyway, I got to meet two other cockapoo's. It was so much fun.  I was the cutest and best behaved though.  Of course!!!

     I hope you are both doing well and that all of your dogs are OK. talk to you soon.

                                                                                            Hugs and Kisses......Graycie Zelewski

                                                                                        Bob and Debbie's dog...2007

Hi Yvonne,

I can't believe it's already been a month since we got Charlie from you!

He is doing so well! He's catching on to potty training very quickly and is already sleeping with me every night. He clearly get the ladies man gene from his dad because he has me wrapped around his little paw!

He went for his first vet visit yesterday and is in tip-top shape! He's 5 lbs, but to hear him bark you would think he was at least 10. =o)

I've attached a picture.

Thanks again for my baby boy!

Leann 2007 (Cockapoo)

We made it home ok, Baylee was a dream to travel with, he was quite all the way, never got sick, and he is doing fine here, Toby loves him, LOL Deborah June 2007