Testimonials
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DALLAS
Two and a half years ago we lost our black Standard Poodle, named Tanner.
We agreed that we wouldn’t get another dog, after all we had two cats that we adored and we didn’t feel the need for another dog. Two years had passed and I kept on getting a feeling- something was missing. I mentioned this to my husband and suggested we might consider getting another Standard Poodle. To my surprise, he agreed. My only request was that over the years we had already had three black Standard Poodles, it was time for a change.
We have been out of the dog show circuit for quite a few years, so we decided to contact the breeder of our first black Standard Poodle. Upon contacting her we discovered that she was now breeding and showing Silver Standard Poodles.
We were unfamiliar with this colour but when we went to Cherie’s web site and saw her dogs, we fell in love with them.
My husband contacted Cherie, who immediately impressed him with her friendly manner, extensive background and knowledge. Cherie took the time to explain her breeding program to him that day. We loved the fact that the puppies are born and raised in a home environment, being exposed to daily routines and interaction with a loving family who have children. We sent our deposit and the waiting began. The female was late coming into heat, which made our wait a little longer. Cherie contacted us with the good news that the female was pregnant and it was just a matter of time before we would hear the pitter- patter of little feet.
While waiting for the puppies to be born, I got the fantastic idea that maybe we should get two puppies, a male and a female and they could grow up together. Again,
Cherie’s expertise came to light as she quickly informed me that I would be heading into a disaster.
She told me that it would be almost impossible to train two puppies and it wouldn’t take too long for me to start tearing my hair out. Cherie brought me back to my senses.
Cherie called us the day after the puppies were born and now we had that long wait for that four week period to be over when we would finally get to see them. We finally m
et Cherie in person and I feel like that was the beginning of a lifelong friendship.
My husband and I took many photographs of the puppies that day.The puppies mother and the mother's sister met us at the door when we arrived. We saw three females and two males. We had asked for a male. I had spent many an hour looking through name books, trying to find a name my husband and I could agree on. We agreed upon the name Dallas for our new boy. Both of the males were adorable so it really didn’t matter which one we matched up with. I did feel a connection with the puppy wearing the green collar. It turned out in the end that he was the puppy chosen for us based on the original criteria my husband had discussed with Cherie.
Dallas is home with us now and is an adorable happy puppy with a deep rich red coat. We couldn’t be happier with our little treasure.
We had mentioned to Cherie the we would like to get Dallas enrolled in a dog therapy program as my mother has been recently admitted to a nursing home and I saw the positive reactions the patients have when a dog comes to visit. Once again, Cherie was a wealth of information regarding obedience and therapy dog training.
Cherie also introduced us to a safer inoculation program for puppies. The only problem was trying to find a vet that would administer the vaccinations properly. We finally found one. After all it was our puppy and we wanted the vaccinations done properly, not the way that they have always done it. Dallas is currently following these guidelines.
Dallas was sent home with a puppy starter kit. This kit included a green blanket which had the scent of his mother and aunt, a CD was also included with pictures of him from the day he was born to the day we took him home with us, a complete file folder with veterinarian information and microchip information. Due to the fact that he wore a green collar from birth, he was sent home with a green lead that matched his collar.
Over the years my husband and I have had miniature poodles, miniature schnauzers and three black standard poodles and these were all purchased through reputable breeders. We can honestly say, we have never had any of them extend the time, care and patience that Cherie has most generously given us. It is also reassuring knowing Cherie in only a phone call away if the need arises.
My husband and I want to thank Cherie for filling that void in our lives with such a beautiful bundle of joy. We are looking forward to many happy adventures with Dallas.
Would I recommend this breeder? In a heartbeat!
Thank you,
Bev and Grant Weston
Ancaster, Ontario
Molly Mae Dear Cherie, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you again for providing me with a beautiful and smart puppy. I had contacted other breeders but I learned so much from you, regarding dogs and especially poodles during our initial conversation, that I knew I didn't need to look elsewhere. You were very well informed and especially caring about your puppies and their parents. Our conversation was as much an interview of me as it was of you. I know you care where your puppies will end up.
Our little pup, Molly, is smart, energetic and healthy. She is very curious and after having her for almost 2 weeks, she has already learned to come when called, sit on command and let us know when she needs to go outside. I am so thrilled with this beautiful and affectionate little girl.
I would highly recommend you as a breeder of choice for anyone looking for a standard poodle. Nikson We got our beautiful red puppy from Arreau Standard Poodles and Cherie Perks in September 2011. The entire transaction from beginning to end has been more than what we would have expected. Cherie provides a professional yet personal experience every step along the way, from learning about the breed, the pedigrees, or anything else concerning puppies, being updated with photos and videos of the puppy’s birth and development on a daily basis, to making arrangements for the puppy’s delivery. We were impressed that Cherie made all the travel arrangements for our puppy and that we had absolutely nothing to worry about except showing up at our local airport to pick up our furry baby boy. To top it all off, our puppy has been so loved and so well socialized at Arreau, that he adjusted to our home within a few minutes and much to our surprise, at 9 weeks, he was already climbing up and down stairs and practically crate-trained. It is obvious that our puppy was raised and loved by Arreau in a family environment. Though we never met Cherie, and only spoke on the phone a few times, we feel like we know her and that she is a part of our family as she is always available and happy to answer any puppy questions we continue to have. We know that we are not alone in raising our pup. We would not hesitate to get another puppy from Cherie Perks and Arreau Standard Poodles. Sonia Lanteigne & Nikos Athens, Riverview, NB.
Lucy
Cherie was all information and assistance with zero pressure. She shared her knowledge and expertise with us and made it clear that she was there to help us make a well informed decision no matter from whom we would eventually acquire a puppy. She explained about the importance of medical testing of the poodle parents to ensure a puppy who is as healthy as possible. Cherie’s dogs are part of the family and puppies are raised “underfoot”, which is exactly what we wanted. We wanted a family member – one who would sleep with us, play with us, exercise with us, couch-potato with us, not one who would be relegated to a kennel or a backyard. Once we made the decision to “hire” Cherie’s poodle, Holly, as our surrogate mom, I’m sure I drove Cherie crazy with all of my constant questions. She took it all in stride and during the weeks up until the breeding, the months of Holly’s pregnancy, and the excruciating eight weeks of puppy development and growth, Cherie was the epitome of serenity and professionalism. We truly hit the jackpot when we found Cherie and Arreau Red Standard Poodles! Because we live in North Dakota and land travel to Cherie’s home was time and distance prohibitive, we made arrangements to have our precious bundle shipped via airplane. I was a little apprehensive about it, but Cherie laid my concerns to rest with her no-nonsense explanation of how the puppy would be getting to us and that she would receive the best of care for the short time that she’d be on the airplane. As usual, Cherie was totally correct. We picked up our stunning Princess Lucybug Fancy Pants at the airport, safe and sound! Lucy was extremely well socialized and comfortable with us from the moment we met. She continues to amaze us with her high intelligence and willingness to please. Beauty AND Brains… Who could ask for anything more?! Lucy also made a wonderful impression on our dear veterinarian when we took her in for a “well-puppy” exam. Dr. Amy jumped at the chance to volunteer puppy sitting services should we ever decide to go on vacation. Lucy is worth every second we spent waiting for her!
Thank you, Cherie, for entrusting our family with one of your precious poodle babies. You have gained a faithful poodle client and a forever friend!! God bless! |
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Rory
This past summer, we lost our big, beautiful, black Standard Poodle, Bogey. We were so very lucky to have him in our lives for just over 14 years. We were so crazy about him and poodles in general, we decided to get him a companion, and Desi (Desdemona) came to grace our lives, 13 yrs ago. Well, he was right, certainly I could find breeders much closer, but I could find none that seemed as ethical, knowledgeable, caring, kind, generous, compassionate, and just downright nice! Over the months, before Rory was born and the 8 weeks after, I got the opportunity to get to know Cherie and to consider her a good friend. I cannot begin to say what a truly lovely and loving lady she is. Her dogs are most certainly as much her family as her children and are treated as such, very loved and well cared for. Cherie posted pictures of Holly throughout her pregnancy and kept all us parents to be informed of weights, accomplishments, etc., of the litter, plus the regular pictures and videos of the babies from birth on! It was a thrill to watch our baby, Rory (means Red King), go from looking like a little, red, extra large mouse to the beautiful, butterball redhead we met in Toronto! It was a great day! We finally got to meet our new baby boy AND meet Cherie and her fiancée, Bruce.
Cherie was just putting the last little girl from the litter on the plane to her new home. She was very teary eyed and sad to let her go. She said that letting them go is the hardest part, even though she's confident of the good homes the babies will be going to live. Our adorable Rory was the last of the litter and we (Cherie and I) had determined , via email and phone, that we would all have dinner together, play with Rory, and get to know each other better. It was a delightful and interesting late afternoon and early evening! Rory was clean as a whistle and beautifully groomed. He was (and is) very self confident and sociable. It only took him and the Girls 30 minutes or so to decide everything was fine. We are very happy to be a 3 poodle family again, and very happy to have a little boy in our midst again. Rory is a wonderful addition to our family and we know he will be a great blessing! |
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Ember Once providing her with information about ourselves, our lifestyle and our hopes in general regarding bringing a new dog into our lives, Cherie began to communicate with us frequently by posting photos and videos of how mum was doing with her pregnancy and then, of course, later the exciting ones of the pups through all stages of their early life up to the time they were eligible to take home at 8 weeks. We always felt welcome to phone with concerns and Cherie was prompt and efficient at answering. Cherie made sure that we were going home with the right puppy for us after getting to know us over a few months. Finally, the day came to bring Ember home and there he was, all freshly groomed and looking his very best! Cherie had even fitted him with a little collar and leash for us just going that extra little distance that showed how much she cared. All his records were prepared for us in a lovely parcel ready to go.
Ember has been with us for almost 8 weeks now and is in excellent health in all ways. I will always feel that he actually has 3 mothers , Holly, his birth mom, plus Cherie and me!! The lines of communication are always open with Cherie and she continues to show concern and availability for any question. We could not be happier with the experiences we have had with Cherie Perks and heartily recommend Arreau Poodles to anyone. |
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Ginger
Our experience when dealing with Cherie Perks for the purchase of our standard poodle Ginger, was pleasant and professional. Cherie is a wealth of information and was always available to us before we received Ginger, and continues to be so. We received regular updates, videos, and pictures as Ginger grew. Ginger was shipped to us in BC. Cherie shipped Ginger and her sibling to BC in the same crate to alleviate some of the stress of travelling. Both puppies were in excellent condition, good spirits, and freshly groomed. We received a puppy care package, which helped with the transition to her new home. Cherie truly loves her dogs and it shows in Ginger. Ginger is so affectionate and LOVES to cuddle. She is our big teddy bear, such a treat. Ginger is a happy puppy, always smiling, very playful, confident, and very intelligent. I highly recommend Cherie Perks and her quality puppies. I still can’t believe the amount of attention Ginger attracts every time she leaves the house. Ginger is deep red and such a beautiful baby… beyond our expectations!! Thank you Cherie!! |
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Thank you to Cherie Perks I have always had a dog in my life and have had standard poodles for about 14 years now. I was thinking about expanding the poodle part of my family and came across the ad for Arreau Standard Poodles. I gave Cherie a call and had the first of many long chats!! I had been considering breeding standard poodles for many years but was uninterested in getting involved in it on my own. After talking to Cherie for some time she presented me with the idea of co-ownership which was the perfect solution for me and my family. She was very open and honest about what it would all involve and was happy to work out an arrangement that was good for both of us. Cherie encouraged me to check out her background and that of her mother. I did so and this gave me further confidence in her knowledge and experience. She has been involved with standard poodle breeding and showing almost her whole life. What a person to have as a partner!! It was also great getting to know her as a person. I now count her as one of my closest friends. On top of that she was able to reassure me that having two standard poodles would work out well. I was a bit worried about how our 7 year old standard poodle Sport would react. She was also a fount of information on what all breeding would involve. It was great to know that I would have someone that I could count on as a partner. Before Holly (the puppies Mother) was even bred, she sent me many pictures of her and Dugan (the puppies Father). We talked a lot about their temperament and conformation. Before long Holly was in heat and then pregnant. Cherie kept me up on all the news, even sending me pictures of a very pregnant dog. My kids (I have 3 – one 12 years old, one 6 years old and a 4 year old) were so excited. When the puppies finally arrived Cherie sent us videos and many, many pictures. Cherie and I spent much time discussing which dog would be the right one for us. She even encouraged us to come and see the puppies. We did so, and the kids count it as one of the best days ever. She spoiled them. My husband and I loved the chance to play with all the puppies too. It was wonderful to see the relationship and love that Cherie had with each of the puppies. It was also great to see them in their cozy home in Cherie’s office. She told me that she had them there so that they had lots of attention and love. They sure weren’t kennel dogs. It was obvious that she spent much time with them and her adult dogs. Finally it was time to pick up Betty-Jo our puppy. She was beautifully groomed and a wonderful traveler. We couldn’t be happier with Betty Jo. She is absolutely gorgeous. She is deep red in color and has beautiful conformation. She is very smart and sweet. Betty Jo just exudes joy. She loves to cuddle and play. Our kids adore her and have been known to use her as a pillow! It amazes me how gentle she is for a puppy. Our other standard poodle Sport is starting to act like a pup himself from time to time and the two spend hours playing (which is even more surprising when you realize that Sport is a confirmed couch potato). My family and I spend hours watching and laughing at them as they play. Betty Jo just adores Sport!! It turned out just like Cherie said it would. Cherie and I have spent many hours talking and laughing since Betty-Jo has arrived home with me. She's laughed with me over puppy antics and truly been happy to hear how she is growing. It’s been fun to send her pictures and to hear her reaction to how lovely she is turning out.
I know that Cherie and I will be friends forever and I can’t think of a better recommendation to give someone than that. She has provided us with the newest furry member of our home. I’d like to say once again, thank you for everything Cherie. It’s been great and I know it will be a great experience working with you. |
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KANE Since we were unable to go to Cherie's house to meet the puppies and make our selection, she would email or post pictures and videos of the puppies on Facebook and she emailed us regular updates. It was great to be able to watch these puppies grow up online & we quickly narrowed our choices to 2 puppies, one of which Cherie thought would be a good match for us, so we picked him & "Purple Collar" became our puppy! We also looked forward to new videos and pictures of our puppy, and delighted in watching him grow & seeing his personality develop! The pups were raised in her house and spent lots of time with her adult dogs, her family members and friends, and seemed to be very well socialized. It is obvious how much Cherie loves her dogs, and she provided our pup with the best of care in his first weeks of life. We spoke with Cherie a number of times by phone and she was always eager to talk about her dogs and answer our many questions. She provided us with lots of information and is very knowledgeable about the breed. She introduced us to the convenience of email money transfers & this was a very easy, secure way to purchase our puppy at a distance. She was very thorough in her preparations for shipping our pup to us by plane and chose a direct flight so he wouldn't spend so much time crated. He traveled with one of his sisters, who was also moving to NS. He was very happy when he arrived and didn't seem bothered by the flight. Cherie was very glad to hear that he arrived safely & very sad to see him go. She had sent a blanket with him that smelled like his mom, and he slept with that the first few nights. When we sent our deposit to Cherie, we included some of our socks, so he would "know" us when he arrived here. I thought this was a wonderful idea, and apparently, Kane picked up my sock right away & wouldn't let anyone else have it!
We are very happy with the puppy Cherie chose for us, with her care and attention to his needs, with the support and information she provided to us, and we would highly recommend that you purchase a puppy from her. It is wonderful to have found a breeder like Cherie, who puts her heart and soul into hand-raising her puppies and who genuinely cares for each furry “child” she helps bring into the world. She has been in contact with us a few times since Kane arrived and now she can watch him growing up on Facebook! |
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PRAISE FOR ARREAU RED STANDARD POODLES I came across Arreau Red Standard Poodles and Cherie Perks after I had already made an agreement to purchase another Standard Poodle and it turned out the mother of the litter was not pregnant after all (unfortunately that does happen, to no fault of anyone). I had been looking for a Standard Poodle for my Mom, whose previous dog had to be put down in July. My Mom’s birthday was at the end of October and when she made the decision in late August that she wanted another dog and a Standard Poodle was her first choice, I began to do my research, hoping to find a litter that would be ready around the time of my Mom’s birthday, so that I could surprise her. I was pretty devastated when the original plan with another breeder fell through, as I was left scrambling to find another breeder in time for my Mom’s birthday and, having show dogs myself, I was pretty choosy about from whom I would get a puppy. As fate would have it, I discovered Cherie, whose name I had not come across in my original research and who was expecting a litter of beautiful Red Standard poodles in about a week. Red was my Mom’s first color choice, and it is not easy to come by a reputable breeder of reds, so I was delighted when I discovered Cherie and her wonderful Poodles. After a couple of emails, Cherie and I talked by phone. I was relieved that Cherie was on board with my plan to surprise my Mom with a poodle. As a general rule, purchasing a dog for someone else is not a good idea. However, in this case, my Mom and I are close and I was 100% certain of what kind of dog she would pick, what kind of disposition would match her needs and, most importantly, that she in fact wanted a dog and was willing to take on all the responsibilities that having a dog requires. After the first conversation, Cherie and I continued to develop a wonderful relationship based on our love of dogs. Cherie and I both have Whippets, so she and I quickly formed a bond from our love of that breed. Since I was in New Brunswick and Cherie was in Ontario, I was unable to go and view the puppies myself, so I had to rely on Cherie to pick out the best puppy for my Mom. This was not the first time I had purchased a dog in this manner. I got my Whippet, a show dog, this way from a breeder even further away. That experience turned out to be a great one as well, and I have been extremely pleased with that dog, so I was confident in the process and my communications with Cherie only increased my confidence in her. She was always open and honest about the process and costs involved, from the birth of the litter to shipping the puppies to their new homes. When you have a puppy shipped, there are additional expenses such as the purchase of a crate, which you have to rely on the breeder for. Again, Cherie provided us with all the relevant info and let each new owner choose the right size for them (puppy size, full size, etc.), not to mention that the crates were an excellent choice. With this particular litter, we also had to make decisions about the course of booster shots to give before the puppies shipped. Cherie gave us all the information we needed to make a sound decision on the various options available and she respected the decision made by each new owner.
In my experience, having the breeder choose your dog, or at least help you in choosing your dog, is the smartest thing to do. The breeder spends at least the first eight weeks with the puppies, so has a much better idea of the overall temperament of each puppy than you can get from one or two Cherie did a wonderful job picking the right puppy for my Mom. My Mom’s puppy, Bronwyn, is very sweet-natured. She is pretty laid back most of the time. Of course, she has playful spurts and gets up to the usual puppy mischief – she absolutely loves to frolic in the snow, which has been a real bonus with the unusual abundance of snow we have received in New Brunswick this year. She is very intelligent and trainable. At five months, she already walks beautifully on a leash. She loves to snuggle with my Mom, and me and my Whippet when we are at my Mom’s. I also have two young children (4 and 3), and she is excellent with them. She’s sweet and goofy and even won the heart of my Grandmother, who was not a fan of the Standard Poodle before she met Bronwyn!
Between when the litter was born and when Bronwyn made her flight to my Mom, Cherie sent very regular updates by email with lots of pictures, video, and info. She promptly answered all my questions before my Mom’s puppy arrived and has been helpful with my Mom’s questions since Bronwyn’s arrival. Cherie also arranged for the puppies to arrive with great puppy packs with all kinds of info on bringing a new puppy into the home, as well as Bronwyn’s pedigree. Cherie truly cares about all her puppies and is always happy to receive updates and photos of them and keep us updated on how things are going for her and the other puppies from the litter. Getting a puppy from Cherie has been a truly wonderful experience and I highly recommend her and her puppies. |
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Moose I purchased a four month old standard poodle puppy from Cherie Perks in March 2007. I was interested in getting a red boy and I was immediately impressed the first time I went to see Cherie’s boys. The puppies had been raised in a home environment and were delightful, happy, healthy and social. After numerous visits and absolutely no pressure from Cherie, I had fallen in love with all the boys. However, my heart belonged to Moose (aptly named because of his large stature!) Cherie was delighted with our decision and at the same time visibly emotional to be losing one of her favorite boys. It was clear just how much she loved our Moose. From the day we brought Moose (now lovingly known as Moosie) home, our hearts have been stolen. He is an absolute joy and has been the most wonderful addition to our family. He is gorgeous, but more importantly, he has the sweetest, most gentle disposition of any dog I have ever owned. He truly is a gentle giant. He loves everyone---people and animals alike and we in turn adore him!
Cherie has been wonderful as a support and as a knowledgeable resource. She consistently kept in touch with me to see how Moose was adjusting and was always available when I called. It has become so clear to me that breeding is not a business to Cherie, but a passion. She loves what she does and does it exceptionally well. She follows her pups and can tell me how all of Moose’s siblings are doing at any given time. I have appreciated and admired Cherie’s warmth, sense of humor and passion for her dogs. I would unequivocally recommend Cherie as a breeder. If I am ever able to convince my husband to add a third dog to our family, without question, it would be one of Cherie’s. |
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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I started corresponding with Cherie Perks of Arreau Kennels probably about a year and a half ago. I was looking for a Red Standard Poodle at the time and I had seen an ad on the internet that said she might have or might be expecting a litter. Cherie was very helpful and informative about the expected litter and Poodles in general. She was a great help to me as I knew nothing. We kept in touch by email and by phone very closely after the litter was born and Cherie continued to answer my questions and sent me many pictures of the puppies. Over this period of time we became quite good friends and there was never any pressure on me to purchase a puppy. I was extremely undecided as to what I wanted, or even if I should get a puppy at that time. She was very understanding and supportive of my indecision and at no time was upset that I could not make up my mind. She was quite willing to "wait it out" and not rush me into anything. Because we had become friends and I felt like I had know her "forever" we discussed many other topics other than dogs, such as family and personal matters. When we did speak about dogs she also gave me information on other breeders and other pups I might be interested in should I decide to wait. In the end, I did not buy a Poodle from her but did, however buy a Whippet puppy from the litter that she had from Iris. I am extremely pleased with him and he came to me in excellent condition, proving that the litter received excellent care and lots of love from Cherie and her family.
I would recommend Arreau Kennels to anyone who wants a clean, healthy, well cared for puppy that has been loved and socialized before reaching his/her new home. I also believe that Cherie Perks is an honest, caring individual who loves what she does and becomes so attached to her pups that she really hates to see them go. |
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Kobe I met Cherie Perks through some strange twist of fate and the internet. I was looking for a companion for my 2 year old white standard and lo and behold, I was receiving photos of a litter of red Standard Poodles. I had actually decided not to get one when Cherie suggested we come take a look and meet the pups. It was an interesting journey and my daughters and I had to choose between 3 that would fit into our family and lifestyle. Cherie's home was totally set up for Holly and her litter. Cherie is a very experienced dog breeder. When I had some training issues she was there for me, by email and by phone.
We chose Kobe and he is a wonderful, good natured, beautiful dog. He loves his older brother Joey and has assumed the personality of a younger brother. He loves to please, he is playful, and best of all he is so loveable. Whenever we come home he tries to grab your hand. He loves "kisses" and I feel so comfortable with him around other dogs and especially children. |
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Copper “We got our new red Standard Poodle in May 2007 and we are delighted to have him in our family. Because of distance, we could not meet him before we actually got him, but he was exactly like we were told he was. He was beautiful, freshly trimmed and affectionate. From day one, he behaves like a member of the family, always trying to please us. Gentle with our three children and two cats, he easily adapted to his new home. He is calm, easy to train and happy to walk with us in the neighborhood. He is quiet in our house and, even with his large size, he takes little room.
We would strongly recommend Cherie Perks, as she identified the perfect dog for our lifestyle. It’s worth the ride to Ontario! |
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Iris In the summer of 2005 I sold a Whippet bitch on breeder's terms to Cherie Perks. Her name was Albelarm Lorricbrook Jitterbug and Cherie named her Iris. The verbal agreement we made was that Iris would always live with Cherie and during Iris's second season she would be bred to a stud dog of my choice, Cherie would whelp the litter, raise the puppies to eight weeks and keep a male puppy of her choice. In April 2007 Iris was bred to Ch. Lorricbrook Manorcourt Jester and produced five beautiful puppies- three boys and two girls. Cherie honoured our agreement and more. Everything went smoothly, the puppies thrived on all the love and attention lavished on them and it was a pleasure dealing with Cherie.
Thank you and let's do it again in a couple of years time. |
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