Hi there,
I am not sure if you want to use this as a testimonial, but here I go, edit as you like,
I am so very glad I met up with you!! My puppy Trigger has become my very good friend. From the minute I was able to see the pups at two weeks old until now Trigger has brought so much to my life. I never thought I would have this much love to give to a dog, but Trigger has become a very special part of me, she comes with me every where and she is so smart. I love looking at the pictures of her mom and dad and seeing resemblances in their coats
Although Trigger is still a puppy, or teenager, she is so grown up. One would never know she is just a pup with her bark behind my front door, we have developed quite a bond and I believe that even now she would protect me and my daughter from harm.
The funny thing is that I am learning just as much from her as she is from me, I have learned to be extremely patient, understanding that she doesn't know what the word "no" means but my tone of voice and what I am saying says it all. I have learned to read her body language, when she is running in circles and acting silly I know it is time to go out. So between the two of us we are learning each others signals and acting on them and I am so happy with her.
Whenever Trigger and I go out together, either for a walk or to the vet, anywhere, we get so many compliments on her beauty, behavior, and personality, I am so proud to have her in my life!!!!
I love Trigger more than I can put into words and I am so very glad that she is a Camelot Shepherd.
I love you all,
Sue
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Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Dear Lynn –
I apologize that this letter is a little late in getting to you
– but that’s only because my hands have been kept
more than busy, with our new addition to the family!!!
Ronin was born on December 10th, 2007 – and was
one of Jazz and Leah’s “G” litter pups – he will be 16
weeks old, this coming Monday…and already weighs
a very healthy 40+ lbs. (if his paws are any indication
of the growth ahead of him, I think it’s safe to say that
our “Little Man”, may not be so little, for much longer)!!!
His official AKC registered name, is Camelot NW
Guaranteed Winner – and he has more than lived
up to his name!
After much research on the web, and a couple of visits to a few different breeders – it was easy to see that Lynn was the one…and how lucky we were, that she was located right in our back yard. We proceeded to visit Lynn and her dogs on several occasions - each time Lynn was more than happy to answer any question, provide great resources on the web, and just let us sit and play with all of the puppies! When the day came for us to pick out our choice of pups (we were 2nd in line for the males), my husband and I must have taken at least 3.5 hours…we debated, and then would choose – and then would debate all over again! You’d think we were adopting a child! By the end of it – I wanted to buy everyone else out, and take them all home…however, I think my husband is grateful that we decided on just the one – and I think it is safe to say, that we couldn’t have picked a better pup!
I cannot express how much happiness Ronin has brought to this household in the 7 weeks that we have had him…and I can’t believe that I had gone without a dog for over 9 years! He is such a smart boy – and so eager to learn new things. He loves his obedience classes – and has mastered “fetching” like none other…and if we just want to relax, sit, and watch TV, he just clambers up onto the couch, circles around for a few minutes, then flops down at our feet (albeit, sometimes with one of our feet, in his mouth!) and watches TV along with us.
We are so grateful for finding Lynn and her family of wonderful dogs – and can’t tell you how many times we have been stopped while out on a walk and asked “where did you get your German Shepherd??!?!”…and without any hesitation, we are more than happy to say – “Got a pen?”!
Thank you Lynn, from the bottom of our paws….
Erin, Neal, and Ronin Copeland
elschneider@hotmail.com
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We look at the German Shepherds we received from Lynn and Ross at Camelot Northwest not as pets but as extensions of our family. Kaiser our 3 year old male and our newest family member Shiva a 3 month old female are everything we wanted in a German Shepherd. They are beautiful, (too) smart, inquisitive and very loyal.
We searched for about 9 months before settling on Camelot NW as the breeder we were going to get our first German Shepherd from. Three years later when we were ready to add another dog to our family there was no searching we contacted Lynn and Ross to see when their next litter was due. It was obvious to us from the start that Lynn and Ross take great pride in the breeding of their GSD's and we take every opportunity to show the dogs off and tell people who ask where we got them. We appreciated how we were included in the breeding process, birth and choosing by many many emails telephone calls and visits to see the puppies, as well as the continued interest in knowing how our dogs are doing. Thank You Lynn and Ross for allowing us the chance (twice) to take home a Camelot NW German Shepherd, when we are ready for number 3 we will be back. Scott, Carolyn, Kellen, Brenna, Kaiser and Shiva
Scott A Ray
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Hi Lynn & Ross
I'm writhing to let know and every one else , that you really did a good job, on your "D" litter born 11/29/05 and that we can put the (Trust) on you.
Lynn, from my family and I, we would like to say, Thank you very much, for letting us have Boomer. He is just an outstanding puppy. We have just completed the puppies and handler beginners show class on Feb. 15, 06. He and I will be starting the advance show class on Mar. 21, 06. Oh, he is also on the advance obedience class, yes ! we skip the puppy obedience class, that’s how smart this puppy. And that’s all on the breeding, once again Lynn & Ross Thank You so much
P.S.
Keep up the good work
Velasquez VS..
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Hats off to Lynn and Ross, not only for breeding outstanding German Shepherds, but for also helping us as "new parents." My husband and I have never really been show dog enthusiasts before (until now, lol). We just wanted a really loyal, loving, protective companion, and possibly one that we could eventually train into Search & Rescue. We checked with another breeder, but we knew there was something special about Jazz & Leah, as well as their masters. :)
I first fell in love with Jazz when we were looking at Leah's litter and he walked over and laid down beside the puppies to keep watch over them. I loved his temperment and way he carried himself throughout the house. . . just like a king. :) What also really impressed me about the way Lynn and Ross breed their dogs is that they don't keep them locked up in kennels all the time, but allow them to be more socialized. They are very nurturing and relational.
In addition to Lynn and Ross being great parents to Jazz, Leah & Star, and great breeders, they are also an incredible support to my husband and I who are newbies to everything in the realm of German Shepherds, breeding and showing. Lynn is quick to respond to my many questions (whether by email or phone call) and also in referring me to an incredible trainer too. She also goes way above and beyond the call of "duty." For example, she welcomes reunions in her home. We had a wonderful time bringing MARLEY back to see his parents and also meet his brother Neo. It was just priceless. Marley is still enjoying the Christmas present his parents gave him. (Thanks Lynn, that was really special)
Most of all, we've been blessed with an amazing puppy we are so proud of. Marley is now over five months old and over fifty pounds (and growing). He is doing really well in his obedience classes and is constantly the all-star wherever we go (from Petsmart to long walks out and about). We hope he makes his parents proud. We aren't sure what Marley wants to be when he "grows up," but whether he excels in the ring someday or is just our faithful protector and companion, he is a permanent part of our family and we are grateful to Lynn and Ross for playing such a vital part in that.
Sincerely,
Rebekah & Matthew Curlee
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Hi Lynn,
We are so happy with our new pup, Hazel! Every day it seems like she learns something new. Just when we think we can’t love her any more, she does something else to surprise us. She is confident, smart, loving and full of life. Her temperament is perfect. She is just the most beautiful little thing!
My husband and I visited other breeders but never found the patience and care that you and Ross have shown. We knew right away the first time we met you that we wanted to get our pup from Camelot NW. You are both very knowledgeable about the GSD breed and have helped us learn about the breed too. We appreciate how quickly you have returned our calls and e-mails, and how patient you have been with all of our questions. That has been so helpful to us as new parents. Most of all, thank you for caring for each of the puppies as much your own Star, Leah and Jazz.
Thanks for everything!
Gena & Kevin Harasimowicz
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This is from Lali who has a puppy out of Leah & Jazz puppies born 9-11-2005
Dina is a great puppy and is very confident and has a great temperament. She loves playing with our older puppy and she is a lot of fun, not to mention gorgeous. Working with Lynn and Ross was great, they clearly care for the puppies and dogs very well, and are also very organized and take care to match people with puppies that would be appropriate for their lifestyle. We couldn't be more happy! Thanks Lynn & Ross!!!
LSandalic@ctiseattle.com
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Hi Lynn,
This is what I would like to say on your web page. I know it's a bit wordy but I can't seem to shorten it any and still describe how lucky we feel to have met you and to have such a wonderful German Shepherd pup. Let me know what you think. Talk to you soon.
Gail
In the 1970’s and 80’s I was very involved in showing and breeding German Shepherd Dogs. I had more than my fair share of success in the conformation ring and was in love with the breed. Due to a multitude of personal reasons I left that life behind and enjoyed my one remaining Shepherd Ali until he passed away in 1987. I loved the breed but could not bear to start over so decided he would be my last Shepherd until 2005 when my husband Jim and I were deciding what breed we would like to add to our family and he said “I would like a German Shepherd.” I laughed and said “I don’t think they make them anymore but I’ll do some research and see what I can find”. I contacted a trusted friend and explained that I was interested in getting a pet quality male puppy. This puppy however had to be a dog that would be a good representative of the breed with good temperament plus good hips and elbows and I wanted a boy that would look like a boy. Fortunately she was able to recommend a few breeders in the area and after checking out some websites I opted to contact Lynn Harbin.
As luck would have it she had a litter on the ground from Leah and Jazz and the babies were 4 weeks old. She invited us out to the house and met us at the door with Jazz and Star. I went into this being very skeptical and hoping that we could find what we were looking for but within a few minutes I knew that we had come to the right place. Jazz so impressed me that I told Lynn I would be happy to take him home with me any time. Star was every bit the lady sitting on the couch and when we met Leah she was being a very good mommy to her lovely litter and graciously allowed us to take a peek. Lynn was extremely open and honest and answered all the questions we had. Even though there were 3 people picking from the males ahead of us we left a deposit and looked forward to the day we could pick out our boy. I really didn’t feel that we could go wrong and boy oh boy was I ever right.
At 6 weeks of age we went to see the litter again and every single puppy there was a good representative of the breed and every single puppy was outgoing and friendly. My main concern was finding the one with the right personality for us and then all of a sudden it was very obvious which one that was and luckily he had not been chosen yet. The boy I wanted was the thinker of the group and quite the little character. I told Jim I thought he was the one and he agreed. Our choice was a wonderful sable boy that we have named Camelot NW Count On The One. His call name is NEO (all of you Matrix fans out there will understand that one). We have had him home for 2 weeks now and he has a very strong grip on both of our hearts. He is a very active puppy who learns things very quickly. Within 3 days he was starting to head for the back door when it was time to go potty and yesterday I told him off when he jumped up on me and before I could gently push him back like I had been doing all week he sat down in front of me. That’s pretty darn smart for a 10 week old puppy!! I can hardly wait to see how he does in the Obedience Ring. It has been a joy watching him greet visitors to our home, make friends with the personnel at the vet clinic, play with his “sister” TC (our yellow lab cross), check out every corner of the house and yard and take it all in stride. It is an absolute riot to watch him when he discovers something new. I am looking forward to watching him grow and mature into a very handsome dog who will make us all proud.
Jim and I both feel that Lynn and Ross are very conscientious and caring breeders who are willing to go the extra mile to be sure that their puppies are quality puppies. They have an excellent written guarantee and as I mentioned before they are very open and honest when answering questions. We are thrilled with our NEO and would recommend Lynn and Ross to anyone who asked where they could find a good German Shepherd Dog. We wish them great success in the future and are looking forward to seeing what their future litters will bring.
James A. and Gail J. Wells
Re: Eve - CamelotNW Blast From The Past
I purchased "Eve" CamelotNW Blast From The Past, back in Sept. of 2004. I had heard through the grape vine that Lynn had bred Leah to Jazz and that there were sable pups, I knew I had to have one, so I contacted Lynn to see if I could purchase a coated bitch pup if she had any. I had owned Jazz's sable long coated sister, Bella a few years prior; I loved Bella's conformation, temperament, and her teddy bear coat so much and I very much missed having my beautiful Bella here. I knew that Jazz could give me a Bella look-alike again and that is the reason why we named Eve "Blast From The Past" as a tribute to her Aunt Bella and we gave her the call name "Eve" as a symbol of a new beginning for my sable line. I also knew that for me breeding Jazz to Leah was just icing on the cake because I own Leah's champion half brother "Phoenix" - Cdn. Ch. Crystaridge's Grand Odyssey, OVC as well other common lines with Eve there for could then in the future use Eve for some awesome line breeding.
Eve has filled my sable void well. She is as beautiful as her aunt Bella and just as smart, maybe even smarter in some ways. She has a dominate personality, very driven, very eager to please and very much my bud. For me she is the pick of the litter. I look forward to putting obedience titles on my Blast From The Past.
I wish you luck with your future breedings Lynn. I am certainly looking foreword to including Eve in our breeding program. Eve is certainly a keeper ;o)
Maria Fabrik
Whispawillow German Shepherds
www.whispawillowkennels.com
(306) 287-3418
Shepherds for show, work and play
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HI LYNN
LONG TIME NO HEAR. HOPE ALL IS WELL. ABBEY IS DOING VERY WELL AT ONE YEAR OLD. SHE IS SUCH A LOVEABLE DOG. SHE IS VERY SPOILED. AS SHE GETS OLDER SHE GETS SMARTER AND SMARTER. I CAN NOT BELIEVE HOW SMART SHE IS. WHEN THE KIDS PLAY OUT SIDE SHE ALWAYS STAYS WITH THEM. I DONT EVEN HAVE TO WORRY ANY MORE ABOUT THEM SHE DOES IT ALL. MY IN LAWS MOVED IN NEXT DOOR SHE ALSO WATCHES OVER THERE PLACE. ABBEY IS ALSO FINALLY GAINING WEIGHT SHE WAS SO SKINNY FOR AWILE THERE. SHE IS BEAUTIFUL. I JUST LOVE HER TO DEATH.
THANKS FOR GIVING ME A GREAT DOG.
TAKE CARE
TRICIA
t_tangen@msn.com
