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Hello Karey!

11/4/2020

Zeus is really such a loving and fun dog. He’s able to just lay around relaxing or play and show off how fast he could be when he gets the zoomies! He’s 10 weeks old today so we’ll be enrolling him in puppy training classes soon even though he’s picking up on how to be a well mannered dog really quickly with just us! We couldn’t imagine our life without him now and we just wanted to thank you for the amazing service and care you genuinely show for your customers and puppies.

Sincerely,

Storm and Jocelyn (5-14-18)

Hope all is well.  Our pup, Mako, is doing great and getting big so quickly.  Hard to believe that he'll be 19 weeks old tomorrow.  He's been great and doing well in puppy training as well.  Family and friends and even strangers all love him.  I did want to circle back around feeding.  We are still using the American Premium and have tried to keep a cadence of 1/4 - 1/2 cup of food in the morning and in the early evening.  He's definitely growing and is healthy, but I would expected him to have a more aggressive appetite.  Any thoughts and should we try a different variation of American Premium or something else?  We do try to pick up the bowl, so that he's unable to graze throughout the day, but just wanted to get your insight.  It could also be all of the training treats and periodic bully sticks too... :)   Also happy to post a review on your website, facebook, etc... if you have interest.

 Attached a couple of pics.   He's a beautiful dog and so affectionate.

 Feel free to call or text if that's easier.

 Thanks!

 Scott G (5/2018)

Hey again Karey!

Got some really great news last night I wanted to share with you!

Samson graduated from his final puppy class at the top of his class! Only missing a couple points cause he got a bit too excited on our loose leash walk when I went to reward him, haha!

Sincerely,

Alex                (2/21/18)

Hola Karey,

Just a note to say hello and send greetings from Mexico. Here a picture from last saturday with Nina, my gorgeous mini american shepperd. She just turned 6 months and is a lovely girl!

Best,

Rodrigo (8/6/2017)

Just wanted to send a picture of Ace, he is really growing. this picture was taken up on the north hill sledding.  Josie Parsons (12-24-2016)

Milo's new proud owner is Jessica Spargo. And she's totally in love with this little guy!  Thanks so much. I couldn't be happier with the pooch and the service I received at Mockingbird Hill Kennel. Karey is a sweet heart and a pleasure to do business with. After reading all the horror stories about buying a puppy from another state. And from the Internet. Karey and Mockingbird Hill Kennel are a safe and painless way. To get a American mini Shepherd puppy. My step-daughter is ecstatic. Thank you and God Bless.... Greg 12-24-2016

Dear Karey,

Thank you so much for our Blue Merle girl named "Brook". She is everything I asked for and is such a doll. We could of not asked for a better girl. I didn't think she could get any cuter from as a puppy, but she has grown into a beautiful one year girl who loves everyone. She wants to please so much and just is darling. Our whole family loves her to death. Our youngest son will do his second junior handling show with her this weekend. We also continue to pursue obedience competitions and agility. Thank you again for trusting us with her. Here is a picture of our darling girl and love bug.

Our very own Mockingbird's Blue Beauty. 

In Christ,

The Moran family

Fall 2016

Hi Karey! It's been almost 4 years since we got Sadie Sunshine from you and I wanted to send you an email to let you know what an amazing dog Sadie is! Today is her 4th birthday and we couldn't be happier! We love this sweet girl so much! Thank you so much for blessing our family with the perfect pup! She's been all of our best friend since the moment we picked her up. And she has really grown into quite the beauty as well!

Also, we decided to spay her after all and decided not to breed her. After a lot of thought it just wasn't something we wanted to put our girl through and we decided we'd leave the breeding up to the professionals. She was spayed about a year ago and if I had any regrets it would be that I didn't do it sooner. Spaying her definitely changed her personality, but I'd say for the better. She seems happier, content and more matured.

We really can never thank you enough Karey! And we hope all is well at Mockingbird Hill!

Sincerely,

Angie, Nick, Ryan and Sadie Sunshine (10/17/2016)

Just want to drop a note to let you know how much joy Jaxson has brought to our family over the past several months –  we were so fortunate to find your site last Christmas!  He loves his weekly trips to the dog park near our house – he’s very social, loves to swim, and is getting better every day at catching a Frisbee and a few other things the kids are teaching him to do!  He’s such a smart dog,  has an awesome personality, and of course we think he is the most handsome dog around!  Tomorrow is his birthday, and we hadn’t sent any photos, so just thought this was the perfect time to do it.

Thanks Karey! Sue and Tim Hart (10-27-15)

Karey,

Here are a couple of photos of this little bundle of crazy J! She is a hoot. Certainly a “herdin’ dawg”! Starting to get used to a leash, potty training coming along – about 85% there.

Have purchased Trupanion Pet Insurance. End of this week will be Rabies. Have had all of the distemper & parvo. Then we move to the Lyme Preventive shots and then the preventive stuff to keep from picking up a bug out of strange waters, etc. Cindy Clemmer (4/20/15)

Hi Karey,

     Thought I would let you know what a wonderful dog we have.  He has been keeping us busy all winter and cutting the trails for his little sister Winnie.  She always had a hard time in the winter as she is so short.  But, he beat the trails down this winter where we could not shovel or plow.  We did have a lot of snow in Maine this year as you can see.  We still have a couple of feet on the ground in most places today as well.  Some brown grass is also showing where the sun shines all day.  We are all ready for SPRING!

     Custer flies across the snow!  And I mean flies like a deer.  He has quite a deep call, not really a bark but a almost like a hound dog call.  His bark itself is soft and low but if another dog is coming down the sidewalk with their owner he is all over the front yard sounding off.  I believe it all stems from protecting his family.  He is actually harmless unless he knocks you over.  He is a jumper and we are working on that!  He is also a lover and cuddle bug as well.  Winnie and he both sit in our laps.  He doesn’t know how big he is but it is amazing how he can jump up beside you in a chair and you barely feel him until he lays across you!  Very light on his feet.

     He has been a great addition to our family with my husband’s recovery from cancer which he is still dealing with, but is cancer free now!  Someone was watching over him.  Custer certainly keeps him busy while I am at work.  He and Winnie are best friends and playmates.  I thought she would lose some weight but all she has done through the winter is toughen up as he pounces on her and plays.  They are like a husband and wife actually, a perfect fit.  She goes right after him when he gets too rough!  Hopefully this summer when the snow melts she will get more exercise and finally lose some weight.  27 lbs is 7 lbs overweight for her.  His last weigh in was 33 lbs.  I believe he will end up being around 38 lbs.

Take Care,

Thank You for our Custer

Dane and Nancy Brimigion (3-29-15)

Hi Karey,

We just wanted you to let you know what a wonderful dog our Reno is. He was the runt of your 10/13/12 litter and we couldn't be happier with him.

He brings such joy to our lives. He has the best personality, such a happy dog. I couldn't imagine a better dog, he is all that you said and more. Just as smart as can be, we love him to pieces.

We attached a few pictures of Reno for you and a recent family photo! Thanks again!!

Jamison & Samantha Shaw 11/6/2014

We bought Studson around Christmas last year. He's about to turn one (9-8-14) He's the best dog I've ever owned in my life. He knows all his commands and follows them well!!! I'm so proud of how great he did during training. He's such a spoiled fur baby and we love him so much!!! Thanks again for a spectacular dog!!!

Laney Akers (9-7-2014)

A whole lot spoiled! We love her

Joann Provetto (8-7-2014)

Hi Karey,

Just a note to let you know how my beautiful Jaida is doing!  As you can see, she is a big part of our family..  Spending some time at the dog park on a nice spring day. .thank you for my little girl!

Mary Dzengolewski and Family

Yes I called you... He is perfect!!! (5/27/2014)

Good Morning, Karey!

Our 3 pups from your fabulous kennel represent Mockingbird's Southern Pride! Posing after an afternoon in the pool, happy and tired.

L-R:  Sophie, blue Merle (at 6 years), Drayton, red tri (at 4.5 months) and Remington, black tri (at 2 years).

Claudia & Beth
Boca Raton, Florida (4-16-2014)

Karey,

Just a note to let you know how my beautiful Jaida is doing.  As you can see, she is truly loved!
My husband, and especially my daughter, adore her and she is, needless to say, spoiled rotten!!
She has so much personality, very smart and, of course, very loving.  I don't know what I ever did without her!  Thank you for her!!!! :-)

Mary Dzengolewski and Family 8/15/2013

Hi,

I took this picture today. It is quite nippy here, was only in the 20s today but she loves being outside anyway. She sits on command encouraged with a treat, has been playing fetch just a few days after being here, loves frolicking in the snow and getting braver and braver with the sheep. She is quite a character. We love her.

Good Morning Karey,

Thank you for your prompt response and photos. We named our little girl Maggie Lee. We can't wait for her to receive her last shots so we can have her in obedience class and she will get to be social.

Maggie was purchased for my Granddaughter.  She just loves her.  Maggie lives with us.  Sofia stays here most of the week while her Mom works.  Maggie has brought much happiness to all of us.

WE LOVE her!!!

Thanks again,

Robin                                                                                                                                      10/25/2011

Just sending you guys an update on Boomer. He's doing great! We just celebrated his 1st birthday on October 20th...he's getting way to old . I can't tell you how much we love him. He has the most amazing personality and brings so much joy to our family. My boyfriend and I love him more than anything in the world and we treat him like he's our child (he's a tad bit spoiled). You guys are great breeders and I can't wait to get another puppy from you!

Hope all is well,

Samantha and Matt                                                                                                 (10/24/2011)

Comet was the "Goodwill Ambassador of the Year" for our NAMASCUSA Breed Club. Here is an email from Adam's mom that I received today:

It’s been quite a long time since we sent pictures-and wanted to share with you how good your boy looks. He is working very very well with Adam. They bonded quickly, and Adam can count on Comet for so much now. They make quite the team. Last week Adam was at the SEAC (Special Education Advisory Commission for the VA Dept of Ed) quarterly board meeting in Richmond, VA and Comet did a great job alerting Adam to sounds at the hotel.

And the week before that he was up at JMU in Harrisonburg VA for a 2 day conference for the Disability History and Awareness Month work his group is doing.
They are trying to get the Month of October recognized Nationally, not just in the state of VA. Adam has a great picture of he, Comet and the rest of his group with our Governor from this summer. I will have to scan it in and email it. And 2 weeks ago, Adam was at our Library’s ‘ Novel Nights’ a fundraiser, and our Congressman Randy Forbes was there and made it a point to speak to Adam-again and ask about Comet. They have met up with Congressman Forbes on a number of places and always he stops to ask Adam about his education, how school is and how Comet is doing.

10/18/2011

Constance Schwertner from Germany sent a picture of her little girl, "Mockingbirds Can't Resist" and her other puppy "Four Seasons Too Hot to Handle" to us.  Good luck at the European Shows.

Hi, here is a pict of the lovebirds. She is so devoted to him. I also love her because she is calm assertive, not spooky and is GREAT on the farm. She is not afraid of turkeys, sheep, goats or roosters. She just fits in so well that it blows my mind. She sleeps in his Connery's bed and goes everywhere with him. He kisses her on the lips and she loves it. She has been to the snow, been to the river many times and is a great pal. I have 5 kids, the smallest is 3 years old and she is so unaffected. She is housebroke, knows the term "no bite" (when she chews) and is just a joy. Karey, I am an Animal Scientist with a B.S. and M.S. and have never had a pup this good. Thank you again.

~Natalie

(6-10-2011)

 

Hi Karey I just thought that you would like to see a picture of Merlin. He is the red merle that went to North Carolina. I know that you have a lot of puppies but I just thought that maybe you wanted a picture for you book. He is growing so fast. He is such a handsome puppy and so smart. Almost too smart!

We just love him to pieces and we are very thankful that he is such a healthy, strong boy. I just wanted to thank you again, as you made the whole process so easy for me. I really appreciated it. Thanks again. Oh yeah his registered name is "My Marine's Mighty Merlin" My husband is a Marine and technically he is his dog but I am the one raising him as my husband is gone until March. 

Thank You

~Jarred and Leta

Karey

Just wanted you to know how our puppy is doing. We named him Zeus. He's such a pistol - full of energy and he took up with our dog so quickly. They are best friends and play constantly. In fact they play so hard that they wear each other out. It's amazing.

We haven't let Zeus run with the horses yet because I'm afraid he'll be trampled, but he goes to the barn with us twice a day. He chases the chickens and pesters the cats, but he seems just genuinely happy.

I contacted our photographer and had him come out and get some photos of Zeus and Shannon, who by the way, adores him. He goes with her everywhere. He even rides around on our farm equipment with us. He's such a mess. And she has bathed him three times since she got him on Christmas, so he's getting used to baths...and the dreaded kennel training.

Anyway, I've attached some photos I thought you might enjoy seeing. Everyone wants to know where we got him because he's so beautiful. Shannon has been asked to join the local Obedience Club and get him into agility. She's really excited about that.

Enjoy the photos!

~Heather

This picture was sent to us from Dorothy & Grayson Puett. The two red merles are from our kennel.

Thank you. It's a great picture!


Hi Karey

We just wanted you to know what a wonderful dog Lacie is, we are having so much fun, she has added such joy to our life. She loves to go on Hikes in Lake Tahoe, she loves children especially if she can "herd then up" to keep them safe. She loves all people and other dogs too.

Everyone we meet comments how beautiful she is and wants a dog just like her. I can't imagine a better dog, She is all you said that she was and more. She listens so well and lives to please us. She is truly wonderful.. Thank you and it was a pleasure dealing with you.

When we are ready for another one we will surely give you a call. I cant help but send you several pictures

~Susan.