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July 2010 Cari, California
Attached is a picture of Buddy and Dr. Roger Mugford, Britain's Leading
Animal behaviorist. Dr. Mugford spent two hours with Buddy. He said "if I
could, I would clone him." He also asked if he could take Buddy home to
England with him. Needless to say he was very impressed with Buddy!!! He
said he was a very smart, friendly, well trained dog.
Mar. 2010 Kathleen, OR
Sue, I am so excited to tell you that we just got back from our Canine Good Citizenship Test and Oberon passed with flying colors! The testers said he was the best dog they had all night! He was such a good boy! We cannot wait to do the Therapy Dog Class that starts the end of June. We are on our way to doing the volunteer work that we really want to do and spread the Oberon joy. We love our labradoodle! Thank you so much for such a sweet, loving and smarty pants dog. We love him so much.
Congratulations Obi and Kathleen!
May 2010 Tom, WA
This letter is in support of Sue Broady of Alpen Ridge Labradoodles. I would recommend working with Sue as she is very professional and cares about placement of her dogs. I recently purchased a black neutered male (Zeb) from her that has turned out to be a very nice dog and pet. She followed through with everything we discussed and has since.
Here is Zeb and his dad graduating from obedience class at 6 months old! Therapy dog work is being considered for Zeb since he is such a "people dog". Go Zeb and Tom!
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May 2010 Gina, Colorado
Hi Sue,
Apr. 2010 Merrily
Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoy Kallie. She still gets
very excited to see all kids and dogs and people as well. She had fun
spending much of last week trying to help us watch our 4 and 5 year
old granddaughters. Everyone who sees her just stops to ask
questions. We have given your name out several times. People we don't
really know, call her by name as they walk by our house.
Mar. 2010 Shari, CA
I thought I would send you an update on Charlie. He made the trip from Bend to Redding, Ca just great. No car sickness at all. In fact he slept until we hit the border. He got out, did his thing, got back in, and slept the rest of the way.
He and Brandy are doing quite well considering her attitude and controlling personality. Charlie has become Sage’s side kick. Sage is our son’s German Wirehaired Pointer – 3 yrs old. They enjoy each other a lot and I believe look forward to seeing each other every morning.
I would like to take this opportunity to commend you for all your time in training Charlie. I have never known a breeder that had the desire or taken the time to do the things you do with your puppies. The exposure Charlie had with your adult dogs wherein they taught him respect has made the adjustment of adding a puppy to our family with a number of adult dogs with varying personalities a joy. He respects each of them and doesn’t bother or overwhelm them, but isn’t afraid of playing at all with Sage following Sage’s encouragement to do so.
Your time and training in holding Charlie definitely shows. He is so confident and relaxed. He does not try to jump or squirm out of anyone’s arms leading to possible injury. Everyone he has been introduced to is certainly impressed with his mannerism. He also enjoys laying on his back when I brush him in the evening. He is such a delight and has brought so much joy not only for John & I but our entire family. Our grandsons look forward to seeing him every day after school.
Your description of Purple Collar Boy (now Charlie) was right on in every detail.
Please send me some of our business cards. So many of our friends and strangers want to know more about you and your dogs. I must say having had various breeds of dogs from many different breeders John & I have never had the good fortune and experience that you have given us with Charlie. We look forward to recommending you every chance we get. We are so happy with Charlie that we will definitely be looking to you for another puppy when the time comes. Both of us having had dogs all our life, nearing fifty nine years, have never had such a wonderful, positive experience with a new puppy. Don’t be surprised if our son and his wife are in contact with you in the near future, they too are quite impressed with Charlie and his training.
Mar. 2010 Barbara, OR
THANK you for allowing us to come to your home, this afternoon. You are a wonderful woman, who is doing such good things for the breed. I have to admit that I was awestruck by it all. The lovely mommy dogs you had on the porch, your immaculate home, your care and knowledge; all of this was a massive comfort to me.
As I am sure you could see, Kevin and I know that Camo Collar girl is our dog. It is what we have been looking for, but hadn't found, until now. She is exactly as you described (actually, she is even better than that).
Feb. 2010 Rebecca, AZ
He really is a beautiful puppy!! (Second puppy from Alpen Ridge)
Jan. 2010 Sam, NY
Lilly is doing great she's doing really well in agility. She just finished her first session of training she's really fast and can jump high to, she jumped 2 feet from a stand still.
Jan. 2010 Erin
Happy new year!
I just wanted to send you a picture of Daisy since she looks so different from when she was a baby. She is still absolutely adorable and so incredibly sweet. Everyone who comes across her (even strangers on the street) fall in love with her as soon as they meet her.
Jan. 2010 Laura
Hi Sue!!
Thought I would let you know how Clyde is doing- He has fit right into the family!... He is such a sweet dog, loves to
cuddle and be held! He also loves to run around with the kids in the
backyard, and really loves the car rides!! Ha
He has been very easy to train.. He can sit, lay down and stay,
working on "shake hands" right now!
We love Clyde! Cannot believe how easy he's been!! So thank you! I will send more pics as he gets bigger!
Dec. 2009 Carol, GA
Merry Christmas to you too! Rascal is wonderful...or continues to be, you already knew how great I think he is . Flattering for you I have had a couple of breeders wanting to buy him, he won't go anywhere, he not only is a stud here but our family pet. He is one of those dogs whos temperament steels your heart...not to mention what a pretty boy he is...
Dec. 2009 Scott & Laurie, MA
Bunker is doing great! He looks just like his father! He's brought a lot of joy to our household!
Nov. 2009 Becky, Alaska
We're back home again, and I'm sitting here with little Ginger in my lap... she is wonderful! What a little sweetheart. And already responding to her name! Thanks for providing our family with such a beautiful little addition.
Nov. 2009 Kathleen, OR
Just to let you know. Oberon passed his Beginner Two class and did great! We start Canine Good Citizenship class Jan 2nd. I cannot wait to complete it and go for therapy! The teacher thinks that he should be able to easily test for therapy without additional classes. She gave us a list of things we have to complete for CGC and Oberon and I will be working on them before class. They have a CGC test on Dec 2nd but I am not sure he is quite ready or that I have enough time to get him ready for it. The teacher thinks we should go for it and try and place out with a little extra work on things at home. He is still such a puppy about things so I am not sure what he will do sometimes. He just loves to play. He is truly my sidekick! I will keep you posted and try to get a pic with his certificate.
Hope all the puppies and Limerick are doing well. (See above where Obi did pass his Canine Good Citizens Award!)
Nov. 2009
Just a quick note on the 1st year anniversary of Charlie's arrival. He continues to bring us such joy. We can't imagine life without him!
Oct. 2009 Amy, ID
Toby is doing wonderfully. He is so smart and easy going. He is starting to become more “eager to please” (which I love). We are really enjoying Puppy Kindergarten and I like to see his interactions with the other pups – so cute.
Fall 2009 Kristen
Where did Summer go? I can't believe we are into the Fall weather already. My Summer was busy and not all in a good way. A friend of mine has Stage 4 Cancer and getting him diagnosed and settled and organized at home has been a big undertaking for all that have been helping out. The "good" part of this sad story is that I have brought Rorie over several times now to visit my friend. She was nervous at first but with me (and my father came too) going in first she came right in. And trips after that she goes right in without any hesitation. My friends whole attitude changes when Rorie is around. He loves dogs and she just sits on his couch beside him and he just seems to perk up so much when she is around. I knew she would work her "magic" on him as she has just brought me so much joy. You just can't have a bad day when Rorie is around, it's just impossible. She truly is a therapy dog in a lot of ways...
Sept. 2009 Kristi
Mia is doing wonderful. She is developing quite a lovely sense of humor. As well, there is a small park across the street from our house and she is playing regularly with a nice group of dogs there in the mornings. She has also become quite the ball retriever! Overall, I'd say Mia still enjoys hiking with me, but would much prefer playing at the park! We finished puppy class and are in a treat based operant conditioning class, the third one in a series, called Urban Canine where we meet out at different places in the community to work on training with distractions.
Aug. 2009 Kristen
Rorie is awesome as ever. It's been two of the best years with her. I know, I know you've heard it all before. I just need to say it every couple of months to make sure you know how much I appreciate having her in my life.
June 2009 Courtney
June 2009 Tom
still is just that there is no one who has come in contact with
her that doesnt want to take her home with them; Have given your
name out to sooo many people
intelligent and incredibly tolerant of the kids. All the kids love her and
her tolerance is most tested by our 2 year old. She loves to lay with her
and occasionally tries to wake her up (after a long day playing with kids
and the neighbors dog) by lifting her head and loudly calling her name
"Lollee...LOLLEE!!"
Dec. 2008 Allison, CA
Dec. 2008 Nancy
Summer 2007
Just wanted to give you an update….Today Como did super! He has not whined once, or acted worried about his environment. We took him to the Farmers Market, so many great comments on him, all about his conformation, attitude. He is going potty outside consistently. Jonathan mentioned that it seems as though he has been with us for years. Sometimes I look at him and he doesn’t even seem like a puppy. Strange. I am making an apt with our vet to see him in the next few days. He follows us everywhere and never lets us out of his sight. We had him on a leash at the market, he accepted it without a question. What did you do to this puppy?? Did you send a puppy? Seriously, he is so cool, sat outside with us tonight while we had a fire. He is so full of character the way he manipulates his front paws, it’s as though he has little mittens. We also took him to the pet store, he picked out a stuffed rabbit, carries it all over the place. We are just so thrilled. Your have chosen some incredible stock for your program. Congrats. Will send more photos soon. You should probably send us some business cards.
2007 Ami
Stanley is the BEST dog ever. OK, I've never owned a dog in my life before now, but Chad has and he says that Stanley is such a great dog. He is smart as a whip - he has been doing his training for quite some time now and he is so well behaved....
Sue – Chad is doing much better, thank you for asking... Stanley was AMAZING at the hospital. He wore his vest the whole time, and he really understands now that vest = good behavior. He laid on the floor next to Chad's hospital bed for 18 straight hours minus potty and walk breaks. And the one time Chad left the room for a CT scan, Stanley was absolutely distraught – he parked himself exactly where Chad's bed was and wimpered for a bit. When Chad came back, he went straight back to his blanket (that I had put down on the cold icky floor) and slept peacefully again. He really knows that Chad is his master.
2007 Kristen
I am sure you must hear lovely stories from other people that have bought your puppies. However, I really feel like I could write a book about how happy I am with Rorie. She is just the Best thing to come into my life in such a long time. I feel she is a blessing. I am so grateful to my sister for finding her on-line for me. I am not much into the "fate" idea of things but I really feel that Rorie was meant to be with me. I've waited so long to find just the right type of dog to have and care for I feel like I struck gold with Rorie...
Anyway, like I said I'm sure you have heard many good stories about your puppies but I just wanted you to know how much I really appreciate that you picked me to care for Rorie. She's such a joy. Hope you had a nice weekend and all is well with you and your family.
2007 Shelly, UT
It’s been a fun six months with our puppy and I thought I would drop you a note to show you how big he has gotten. My daughters still love ‘dog ownership’ and he gets lots of play time when they are home from school. Gus has also turned out to be quite the good ‘trail pup’ as we have taken him on several hikes. He loves to play with other dogs and runnnnnnnnnnn!!!. I can’t thank you enough for choosing him for us. He has been a great addition to our family and is still the ‘gorgeous boy’ at 55 pounds! His disposition is very sweet and we have really enjoyed learning how smart he is!
2006
Hi Sue,...I'll give Charlie a big hug from you. He asks how you are doing all the time. He loves to run like the wind in our backyard and we found out he travels well too. No more car sickness-yeah. We went to visit my brother at his recreational park about two hours away and Charlie loved it....He really did turn out to be an amazing dog... We keep waiting for the other "shoe" to drop. Because we can't believe how good he is. In the past year he hasn't destroyed anything not even a shoe. But, he does love to chew. He is a very special dog. His housebreaking went very quickly and you already know what a sweetie he is. I'm so glad we had the courage to get another dog - what a difference from our last dog. I know it's from your careful breeding and care. I think my last dog was from a puppy mill. I try to educate everyone I meet about that now that I know better.
2006 Ami
Oh Sue, Stanley (his new name J ) is so wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ok, that was a lot of exclamation points, but he is just the sweetest most adorable dog EVER! He bonded like glue to me … and to Chad to a strong degree but not as much as me since I can move and I take him out, feed him, etc. We have been on 10 walks so far and he is eating like a champ.
2006 Heather, Canada