Dear Don,
We are just now beginning to realize what a truly amazing pup you have given us. What a gift.
She is astonishingly intelligent compared to any other dog we've ever known. She has already - IN THREE DAYS - got the basics down to the "come" command. She has already - IN THREE DAYS - become completely relaxed and bonded to us as her new pack. She has already - IN THREE DAYS - got the basics down for house training (it's us who occasionally miss her signals).
She is also, as you intimated, very birdy. Goes nuts when she sees a crow or a starling; and when sneaking up this evening on a squeaky toy, assumed the standard setter position.
She is also amazingly sociable and responsive. Two or three couples
have come by to meet her, and she loads them down with affection and unthreatened response. Amazing dog. I hope we're up to her.
What a gift.
Bonnie & Elliott
P.S. She fell out of bed last night.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Thursday, February 02, 2006
FANTASTIC weekend!
Hi all,
Well, we had a FANTASTIC weekend! For those of you who do not know, we entered Jasper into her first obedience trail at Exhibition Park. We have been training her since she was 4 months old (she is now 13 months old). We started her with a 10 week class with our fabulous breeder, Don Bates (Doindogs) then worked with her on our own. About 4 weeks ago, we started taking her to a refresher class to get ready for this show. This was to work towards her title of CD which stands for Companion Dog. We need to qualify (get a score of 170 or higher; high being a score of 200), 3 times with 2 different judges.
Shawn and Jasper had a very successful weekend. We scored 182 out of 200 in yesterday's trial and 176 1/2 out of 200 in today's trial and we got High In Class in both shows as well!!! Needless to say, she was just exhausted by the time we got home today. Now, we head to a show in Truro in just over a month. If we qualify there, then she has her title of CD and then we start working on her next title which is CDX. The last two pictures we just took. The second last is her with her qualifying ribbons and the last one is with her two High In Class ribbons. We are so proud!
Thanks to our family who were able to make to make it to the shows this weekend and for Don and Pierrette for coming to both shows as well. We greatly appreciate it!
Until next time....
Angie :)
Well, we had a FANTASTIC weekend! For those of you who do not know, we entered Jasper into her first obedience trail at Exhibition Park. We have been training her since she was 4 months old (she is now 13 months old). We started her with a 10 week class with our fabulous breeder, Don Bates (Doindogs) then worked with her on our own. About 4 weeks ago, we started taking her to a refresher class to get ready for this show. This was to work towards her title of CD which stands for Companion Dog. We need to qualify (get a score of 170 or higher; high being a score of 200), 3 times with 2 different judges.
Shawn and Jasper had a very successful weekend. We scored 182 out of 200 in yesterday's trial and 176 1/2 out of 200 in today's trial and we got High In Class in both shows as well!!! Needless to say, she was just exhausted by the time we got home today. Now, we head to a show in Truro in just over a month. If we qualify there, then she has her title of CD and then we start working on her next title which is CDX. The last two pictures we just took. The second last is her with her qualifying ribbons and the last one is with her two High In Class ribbons. We are so proud!
Thanks to our family who were able to make to make it to the shows this weekend and for Don and Pierrette for coming to both shows as well. We greatly appreciate it!
Until next time....
Angie :)
Saturday, January 07, 2006
Ben
Hi Don,
Just want to let you know that we are doing well. Like all puppies, ben likes to chew and bite on anything he gets a hold of. He was constantly chewing on the drawer knobs in the kichen until today. I put tabasco sauce on them . All it took was one lick and as of now he has stayed clear of them and a few other things that he has been nipping at.
Right now he is only up once during the night for a pee break. (Settles around 8:30 - 9:00 and wakes up around 6:30.) The kids just love him. They enjoy running around with him outside. I took him to work and everybody made a big fuss over him. Overall i think ben is adjusting very well. He knows where his water dish is, and when you say "kennel" he goes right to it. We just love him so much. Ben has completed our family. We can't thank you enough.
I'm sure as the weeks go on and when training starts (which will be probably be late next week) i will have lots of questions for you. In the meantime take care.
Bethany
Just want to let you know that we are doing well. Like all puppies, ben likes to chew and bite on anything he gets a hold of. He was constantly chewing on the drawer knobs in the kichen until today. I put tabasco sauce on them . All it took was one lick and as of now he has stayed clear of them and a few other things that he has been nipping at.
Right now he is only up once during the night for a pee break. (Settles around 8:30 - 9:00 and wakes up around 6:30.) The kids just love him. They enjoy running around with him outside. I took him to work and everybody made a big fuss over him. Overall i think ben is adjusting very well. He knows where his water dish is, and when you say "kennel" he goes right to it. We just love him so much. Ben has completed our family. We can't thank you enough.
I'm sure as the weeks go on and when training starts (which will be probably be late next week) i will have lots of questions for you. In the meantime take care.
Bethany
Monday, January 02, 2006
Sable first Christmas
Hi Don,
Here are 2 pictures taken at puppy boot camp for Sable's (Roo's Pup) first Christmas. She is nestled in with Charlie, waiting for Santa. He is a retired guide dog.Then she is posing alone under the tree.
Janette
She sure is growing up!
Here are 2 pictures taken at puppy boot camp for Sable's (Roo's Pup) first Christmas. She is nestled in with Charlie, waiting for Santa. He is a retired guide dog.Then she is posing alone under the tree.
Janette
She sure is growing up!
Sunday, January 01, 2006
Happy New Year!
I just received your e-mails, went on the site and WOW! I cannot wait for Pro to see it. I am up earlier, getting ready for church. We are busy busy. Seems like one day just melts into another.
Kayla is amazing. She has calmed down so much. She just has a great routine with the other pups here. I cannot get over how much she looks like Roo. I don't think she knows her own strenth sometimes. The muscles POP off of her!
She is as sweet as anything. Her eyes are the most expressive eyes I have ever seen on a dog! I just love her so much. She does think that she is lap dog size though and is so funny when she tries to squeeze up onto a tiny spot.
I am hoping that Pro and I can travel some now that we are married. His son Joe is leaving for school on Friday. We have a two day drive to St Louis, MO! So a trip to NS may seem like a hop skip jump!
Have not seen Debra for awhile, hope to get together with her soon!
Hope that you are well!
Bonnie
Remember: A Smile A Day - Brightens up your face!
Kayla is amazing. She has calmed down so much. She just has a great routine with the other pups here. I cannot get over how much she looks like Roo. I don't think she knows her own strenth sometimes. The muscles POP off of her!
She is as sweet as anything. Her eyes are the most expressive eyes I have ever seen on a dog! I just love her so much. She does think that she is lap dog size though and is so funny when she tries to squeeze up onto a tiny spot.
I am hoping that Pro and I can travel some now that we are married. His son Joe is leaving for school on Friday. We have a two day drive to St Louis, MO! So a trip to NS may seem like a hop skip jump!
Have not seen Debra for awhile, hope to get together with her soon!
Hope that you are well!
Bonnie
Remember: A Smile A Day - Brightens up your face!
Saturday, December 17, 2005
C&G K-9 School Inc.
C&G K-9 School Inc. on Long Island is a special school for special dogs.
Started in 1972, the school offers dog training programs in basic and advanced obedience. However, the most significant aspect offered to clients is the lifetime training guarantee that is part of the program.
If for any reason your dog should regress after they have trained them, they will retrain your dog at no additional fee.
Also offered when you take their basic obedience course is housebreaking and "special" problems. Destructive chewing, running after cars, jumping up on people, and charging out the door are corrected free of charge!
The premises offer 24 hour staffed supervision, unlike so many other boarding facilities that leave your animals alone throughout the night.
Light home and business protection training are also offered. And should you feel your dog is ready for show business, the owner Pro Castigliano has also trained dogs for theatrical and circus purposes.
Credits for the theater include productions of Annie and Oliver, as well as TV commercials and other industrial plant and retail establishments such as Macys, TSS Stores, and Good Year Tire.
You won't find a better place on Long Island to bring your pet.
Whether for training or boarding, C&G K-9 School offers a caring atmosphere, 24 hour supervision, and a guarantee!
It doesn't get much better than that!
Contact: C&G K-9
243 Oak Street
Uniondale, NY 11553
516-489-6582 516-481-1635
Saturday, November 05, 2005
Sable
I just wanted to tell you about our visit to the vet today.
Although he, Alan, had seen her the day after she arrived...he was raving about her. He loved her head*, conformation, etc. (His brother, Gary, is also his partner & they are both 'Fellows' at Cornell. )
Much to my surprise Alan took Sable into the next room, so his brother could see her. When they both came back, they congratulated me on my Dog. Where did I get her, I told them about how Pro sent me to you & gave them your cards.
After that she got her shots; Sable got 5 shots today; Rabies, Lyme Disease, Canine Distemper, &Canine Andenovirus 2, Canine Parvovirus...and she was sleepy all day, so I left her alone. Now She has perked up, and is back to her old self. The vet also gave me a monthly heart worm packet...but I will wait a few days before starting that.
After the shots, I saw Alan do something I have never seen him do with any of my other dogs... He kissed her on top of her head, & said we'll see you in 2 months.
Bill felt that I should tell you this. Bravo!
11/5/05
We just got back from showing Sable to Pro & Joe. They loved her. She played for a it, then laid down to nap. Pro said " I can see She is well put together". I think that says it all.
Thanks Don, Janette
* Sable has had many compliments on her head. I even had a man ask if it was a different breed of Lab, since all the ones he has seen have pointy snouts. I said "No, she is the real thing, imported from Canada!"
Although he, Alan, had seen her the day after she arrived...he was raving about her. He loved her head*, conformation, etc. (His brother, Gary, is also his partner & they are both 'Fellows' at Cornell. )
Much to my surprise Alan took Sable into the next room, so his brother could see her. When they both came back, they congratulated me on my Dog. Where did I get her, I told them about how Pro sent me to you & gave them your cards.
After that she got her shots; Sable got 5 shots today; Rabies, Lyme Disease, Canine Distemper, &Canine Andenovirus 2, Canine Parvovirus...and she was sleepy all day, so I left her alone. Now She has perked up, and is back to her old self. The vet also gave me a monthly heart worm packet...but I will wait a few days before starting that.
After the shots, I saw Alan do something I have never seen him do with any of my other dogs... He kissed her on top of her head, & said we'll see you in 2 months.
Bill felt that I should tell you this. Bravo!
11/5/05
We just got back from showing Sable to Pro & Joe. They loved her. She played for a it, then laid down to nap. Pro said " I can see She is well put together". I think that says it all.
Thanks Don, Janette
* Sable has had many compliments on her head. I even had a man ask if it was a different breed of Lab, since all the ones he has seen have pointy snouts. I said "No, she is the real thing, imported from Canada!"
Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Hugo
Hello,
I haven't e-mailed you about Hugo in awhile. He's doing great. I found a really nice vet and he got his 2nd set of shots. She recommended that he lose a pound or two as he still had his big belly on him. He's done that already and looks really good. He is quite handsome I must say. Perhaps referring to my dog as handsome is a sign I should go out on a date soon, lol. The vet said he had good eyes, lungs and heart. I told her about his limping although he's not doing it anymore. She said his right knee was a little loose but that it was common for puppies to be floppy at this stage as their growth plates are still developing. She and everyone else comments on what a good disposition he has. You may be getting some calls for future pups from other Albertans.
He retrieves things and drops them in my hand although he doesn't seem crazy about retrieving yet so I just do it a few times once in awhile to refresh his memory. He does like to carry sticks and stuff in his mouth outdoors. He's keen on birds and will sit and watch them fly by. He knows sit well. He also knows down, and sit-stay. He knows come and is better at it but he's got quite the nose on him so he's not always keen on come outdoors. He's house trained and doesn't chew much; however, I'm sure this is just temporary as he still needs to lose his baby teeth. He's comfortable in his crate and often goes in on his own. He sleeps on the floor; however, I must admit, I have let him on my bed in the mornings at times. He gets truly excited about eating and will remember where food is in the neighborhood. Last week someone dropped a chilly cheese hotdog. He happily managed to eat half of it. He still goes over and licks the sidewalk where he found it for memory sake. He's had a lot of experiences and is a confident pup as a result. He's been hiking and to various parks, had the train go by, been on elevators, played with other dogs, is fine tied up at the coffee shop, seen horses, etc.
I'm very pleased with him and will send some other pictures soon. Hope all is well and thanks again for such a wonderful dog!
Cheers, Deidre
I haven't e-mailed you about Hugo in awhile. He's doing great. I found a really nice vet and he got his 2nd set of shots. She recommended that he lose a pound or two as he still had his big belly on him. He's done that already and looks really good. He is quite handsome I must say. Perhaps referring to my dog as handsome is a sign I should go out on a date soon, lol. The vet said he had good eyes, lungs and heart. I told her about his limping although he's not doing it anymore. She said his right knee was a little loose but that it was common for puppies to be floppy at this stage as their growth plates are still developing. She and everyone else comments on what a good disposition he has. You may be getting some calls for future pups from other Albertans.
He retrieves things and drops them in my hand although he doesn't seem crazy about retrieving yet so I just do it a few times once in awhile to refresh his memory. He does like to carry sticks and stuff in his mouth outdoors. He's keen on birds and will sit and watch them fly by. He knows sit well. He also knows down, and sit-stay. He knows come and is better at it but he's got quite the nose on him so he's not always keen on come outdoors. He's house trained and doesn't chew much; however, I'm sure this is just temporary as he still needs to lose his baby teeth. He's comfortable in his crate and often goes in on his own. He sleeps on the floor; however, I must admit, I have let him on my bed in the mornings at times. He gets truly excited about eating and will remember where food is in the neighborhood. Last week someone dropped a chilly cheese hotdog. He happily managed to eat half of it. He still goes over and licks the sidewalk where he found it for memory sake. He's had a lot of experiences and is a confident pup as a result. He's been hiking and to various parks, had the train go by, been on elevators, played with other dogs, is fine tied up at the coffee shop, seen horses, etc.
I'm very pleased with him and will send some other pictures soon. Hope all is well and thanks again for such a wonderful dog!
Cheers, Deidre
Monday, October 10, 2005
My stuffed lab toy
Hi Don,
I had to go outside to fix the tarp on the dog run and I decided to leave the dogs in the house. I figured they were both asleep what could they possibly do in 5 minutes. Well, have a look for yourself. One of them went upstairs and got my stuffed lab toy and you will see from the pics what happened. I don't now whether to laugh or be mad. You're probably going to have a good laugh.
Christina
I had to go outside to fix the tarp on the dog run and I decided to leave the dogs in the house. I figured they were both asleep what could they possibly do in 5 minutes. Well, have a look for yourself. One of them went upstairs and got my stuffed lab toy and you will see from the pics what happened. I don't now whether to laugh or be mad. You're probably going to have a good laugh.
Christina
Great news about Roo!
Yesterday we went up to our local Police Station, to introduce Sable. They had sponsored me for the MS Walk-a-thon & wanted to see her. She felt right at home... crawled over the counter to sit on Officer Kidd's lap.
Sable was a big hit with the Malverne Police.
Officer Kid had lab's & thought her head & confirmation were very good. He said the 'puppy breath' made him want another... after she gets her shots, he will take us down to the pond his Casey swims in.
Janette
Sable was a big hit with the Malverne Police.
Officer Kid had lab's & thought her head & confirmation were very good. He said the 'puppy breath' made him want another... after she gets her shots, he will take us down to the pond his Casey swims in.
Janette
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
We met one of your other pups!
Hi Don,
Just wanted to let you know that we met one of your other pups! Chloe was ecstatic! His name is "Tie". Just so happens they live in our neighborhood and ironically she use to be one of my customers at the salon I use to work at. I do forget there names. Tie is one of Roses pups they thought, and my goodness he is beautiful, and a very pleasant dog.
I know that there is a lot of time, money, and passion put into breading your pups. I have to tell you that when any one comes upon one of your dogs or knows any of them, there are no other dogs that can compare. You can almost pick them out right away. Not only are the beautiful looking dogs but very well mannered. You are definitely doing all the right things! So thank you from a very satisfied customer.
Tanya
Just wanted to let you know that we met one of your other pups! Chloe was ecstatic! His name is "Tie". Just so happens they live in our neighborhood and ironically she use to be one of my customers at the salon I use to work at. I do forget there names. Tie is one of Roses pups they thought, and my goodness he is beautiful, and a very pleasant dog.
I know that there is a lot of time, money, and passion put into breading your pups. I have to tell you that when any one comes upon one of your dogs or knows any of them, there are no other dogs that can compare. You can almost pick them out right away. Not only are the beautiful looking dogs but very well mannered. You are definitely doing all the right things! So thank you from a very satisfied customer.
Tanya
Saturday, September 03, 2005
Update on Gem
Hi Don,
Hope all is well. Thought I would give you an update on Gem. Last weekend she had two passes on her HRC Seasoned title. She basically nailed all of the components in water and land on both days. Too bad their are not any more tests until April now as she is ready to start on her master title next year. She really has clicked as of late,running blinds,triples, and walkups with lots of enthusiasm!! She will be looked at soon for the show ring,will let you know how that goes. I guess that ice cream cone you gave her At Timmies really pointed her in the right direction! Gem is a very unique dog and apart from her obvious drive,looks and style is often described in our dog circles as being "very cool".
I have one training question for you: I have to train her to honour consistently, and feel that with her strong drive that the collar would be effective. What do you think?
Take care and good hunting,
Ian
Hope all is well. Thought I would give you an update on Gem. Last weekend she had two passes on her HRC Seasoned title. She basically nailed all of the components in water and land on both days. Too bad their are not any more tests until April now as she is ready to start on her master title next year. She really has clicked as of late,running blinds,triples, and walkups with lots of enthusiasm!! She will be looked at soon for the show ring,will let you know how that goes. I guess that ice cream cone you gave her At Timmies really pointed her in the right direction! Gem is a very unique dog and apart from her obvious drive,looks and style is often described in our dog circles as being "very cool".
I have one training question for you: I have to train her to honour consistently, and feel that with her strong drive that the collar would be effective. What do you think?
Take care and good hunting,
Ian
Tuesday, July 19, 2005
Pictures of Jasper
Hi Don,
Here are some pics we have taken of Jasper the past week. The water ones are all from this past weekend at our campground on the Brule shore. She had a BLAST playing with another dog in the campground who was visiting from Ottawa. Hunter, a Golden Retriever and her could have played all afternoon long chasing the bumper and running and rolling in the sand. We had two dirty dogs on our hands!!! She is just a beautiful dog and we still have a hard time going for walks as some people (children and adults) come rushing out to see Jasper to see what progress she has made and how much more she has grown. It is too funny!
Friday night she had her first sleep in a tent in her crate. She wasn't too sure about that, but finally settled down after 20 minutes or so. Saturday we left her with my family for the whole day and they said she was a very good girl. Sunday, the whole day we were together and were at the beach for most of it having a tonne of fun. She was so exhausted, she slept for the almost 2 hour drive home. When she made it to the bedroom, we didn't hear from her again all night after we got home. :) We will hopefully be going again this weekend. Anyhow, it has been a while since we sent some pictures so, we wanted to be sure to pass them along.
Take care, Angela
Here are some pics we have taken of Jasper the past week. The water ones are all from this past weekend at our campground on the Brule shore. She had a BLAST playing with another dog in the campground who was visiting from Ottawa. Hunter, a Golden Retriever and her could have played all afternoon long chasing the bumper and running and rolling in the sand. We had two dirty dogs on our hands!!! She is just a beautiful dog and we still have a hard time going for walks as some people (children and adults) come rushing out to see Jasper to see what progress she has made and how much more she has grown. It is too funny!
Friday night she had her first sleep in a tent in her crate. She wasn't too sure about that, but finally settled down after 20 minutes or so. Saturday we left her with my family for the whole day and they said she was a very good girl. Sunday, the whole day we were together and were at the beach for most of it having a tonne of fun. She was so exhausted, she slept for the almost 2 hour drive home. When she made it to the bedroom, we didn't hear from her again all night after we got home. :) We will hopefully be going again this weekend. Anyhow, it has been a while since we sent some pictures so, we wanted to be sure to pass them along.
Take care, Angela
Sunday, June 05, 2005
Chevelle introduced to the water
Hi Don,
Wow! What A dog! I took Chevelle to camp on Saturday to introduce her to the water. She had a ball! She wouldn't go too deep but it was only her first time. She will go and get the buoy and bring it back to us but she isn't so great at releasing it yet. Thought I would send along some pictures.
Krista
Wow! What A dog! I took Chevelle to camp on Saturday to introduce her to the water. She had a ball! She wouldn't go too deep but it was only her first time. She will go and get the buoy and bring it back to us but she isn't so great at releasing it yet. Thought I would send along some pictures.
Krista
Wednesday, May 18, 2005
Well Hello!
It has been a long time.
Kayla May celebrated her first birthday Friday! She and I had a bit of a
party together (my 48th). She had dog cake, I had ice cream. Or should I
say, she helped herself to the ice cream!
She is the most wonderful Pup ever. She is the sweetest most loving girl!
She and I have formed a very special bond. She is 65 lbs and has such
beautiful coloring. Her eyes are amber, sparkling and very expressive!
She has had training and listens very well for one year old. Most
impressed with her intelligence and LOVE her mischief self!
She plays at day care with several other Labs and (her pal Zarah) and is
wonderfully exhausted at the end of the day!
I have taught the three of the pups to walk together on leashes. we try to
walk everyday., Quite the site I must say. They have learned such commands
as wait, left, right, go easy and" driveway" where they know to stop and
wait for my go ahead command. Kayla May is very patient of the smaller
dogs she almost wants to mother them!
She is an absolute treasure!
I hope that you are well and that you are continuing to enrich the lives of
others with your pups!
Bravo Mr. Bates! and Thank you :)
Bonnie, Chuckie and Kayla May.
Kayla May celebrated her first birthday Friday! She and I had a bit of a
party together (my 48th). She had dog cake, I had ice cream. Or should I
say, she helped herself to the ice cream!
She is the most wonderful Pup ever. She is the sweetest most loving girl!
She and I have formed a very special bond. She is 65 lbs and has such
beautiful coloring. Her eyes are amber, sparkling and very expressive!
She has had training and listens very well for one year old. Most
impressed with her intelligence and LOVE her mischief self!
She plays at day care with several other Labs and (her pal Zarah) and is
wonderfully exhausted at the end of the day!
I have taught the three of the pups to walk together on leashes. we try to
walk everyday., Quite the site I must say. They have learned such commands
as wait, left, right, go easy and" driveway" where they know to stop and
wait for my go ahead command. Kayla May is very patient of the smaller
dogs she almost wants to mother them!
She is an absolute treasure!
I hope that you are well and that you are continuing to enrich the lives of
others with your pups!
Bravo Mr. Bates! and Thank you :)
Bonnie, Chuckie and Kayla May.
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