I have had several German Shepherds in my life, some rescues, others purchased and I have loved them all dearly. But I have got to say, that the best 2 I have had are from Stonehill. Shelly doesn't let you just look at the pups and say "oh, that one is pretty, I want it!" She talks to you a long time about you, your family, life, time limits and abilities and then gets a puppy, maybe 2 for you to meet. She knows her pups, you don't-they are all cute and wonderful to meet, but she shows you the one that will fit your personality and life the best, giving you the best dog you could hope for. I have 2 dogs from her now, and 2 that came from somewhere else, my Stonehill dogs are the better of the 4. My old girl is 13 1/2 and my youngest is a 2 1/2 boy at 115 lbs. I have never had a dog recognize their breeder after a few months, except Vladi, he went right into classes that Shelly recommended and we see her there all of the time-most of the Shepherds there are from her kennel. Vladi is filled with so much joy when he sees her, it's incredible; it just proves to me what a wonderful start these pups have and that is a big part of why they are such wonderful family dogs. I didn't start out as a very good trainer, but with the classes I became better and even then Shelly took time to help Vladi and me become a better team. She truly cares and doesn't sell you a dog and walk away, she is always available to talk to. As a matter of fact, before she went to emergency with that broken leg, she took the time to talk to a family that had driven 2 hours to see a dog (not even one of hers, she was helping someone who couldn't keep him) that needed a good home, out of the goodness of her heart. Can you imagine, several breaks in your leg and worried about getting that dog a good home before helping herself? I hope she doesn't retire, because if I have to pick out my own dog, I always pick the crazy one, she has given me such wonderful, calm, gentle, loving family dogs,. I am grateful for the love and joy we get from them.
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