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Reference Letters
Dear Potential “Angel” Buyer:
If you want a strong, spirited and vigorous Shepherd…buy a Guardian Angel!!! My husband
and I purchased a puppy from MaryAnn in October 2005 and have had nothing but great
experiences with both Lexx (our puppy) and MaryAnn.
We purchased a German Shepherd because my husband works shift-work and we wanted a
guard dog for the nights when I’m home alone. Lexx is a very smart dog and quite quickly
took it upon himself to make sure that “no one comes near mom unless I say so!!!” While he’
s very protective, he is still very gentle, cuddly and loving. Lexx immediately began to learn
“sit”, “down” and “stay” from our older Shepherd and I very much look forward to expanding
that obedience training in the new year.
MaryAnn is very knowledgeable about the growth and training of a Shepherd; when we came
to pick up Lexx, we had a whole list of ‘instructions’ before we even left her house!!! Every
question or concern that I’ve ever emailed to MaryAnn, she has quickly responded with an
answer…and she’s always right!
So if you are looking for a dedicated, intelligent and vigilant Shepherd (that still LOVES to
cuddle in the morning), I highly recommend that you buy a Guardian Angel! You’ll be glad you
did.
Sincerely,
Brandi Seutter
SUBJECT: GUARDIAN ANGEL SHEPHERDS
To Whom It May Concern:
It is my complete and utter pleasure to recommend Mary Ann Marcellus and Guardian
Angel Shepherds to anyone who is considering adding a German Shepherd puppy to their
family.
This year, after years of downtown living, I moved to the edge of the city and to an
environment that was conducive for getting a German Shepherd puppy I had been thinking
about for quite a few years. We had grown up with a German Shepherd at my family
home and she had the most wonderful temperament – I knew that this was the breed of
dog I wanted to have in my own home.
After much research including surfing the web and talking to people, I was led to Mary
Ann and Guardian Angel Shepherds. After some initial emails and conversations, I made
the trip to Olds to see the new litter of Justice and Kahlua and to talk further about my
acquiring one of the puppies.
When you first visit Guardian Angel Shepherds, you will be left with no doubt that Mary
Ann is 100% devoted to her canine family and that she is extremely diligent about
determining who is going to get one of her puppies. There is a pretty thorough screening
process including an extensive questionnaire which Mary Ann uses not only to determine
the suitability of the person for adopting one of her puppies but also to determine which
puppy is best suited for each person she approves.
Mary Ann invests an extraordinary amount of time in monitoring and recording the
behaviour and personality characteristics of each puppy in the 8 weeks after they are
born. It is through this process that Mary Ann determined that ‘Light Green’ was going to
be the best dog for my lifestyle. She couldn’t have been more right – ‘Light Green’ is now
called Shiloh and I can tell you that I could not imagine her not being a part of my
household. From the moment I picked her up, she exhibited the most delightful personality
and is truly a joyful dog, well-adjusted dog.
I found that the guidance and advice that Mary Ann gave me was invaluable. She sends
you on your way armed with a wealth of information and guidance and I was able to check
with her about any questions I had – they were many at the beginning!
If you are thinking about getting a German Shepherd puppy, look no further! From my
personal experience, I can assure you that by dealing with Guardian Angel Shepherds,
you are dealing with a company and individuals who are devoted to promoting and raising
happy and healthy dogs.
If you would like to ask me questions about my experience, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Debra R. Lamb
To Whom It May Concern:
It is my complete and utter pleasure to recommend Mary Ann Marcellus and Guardian
Angel Shepherds to anyone who is considering adding a German Shepherd puppy to their
family.
This year, after years of downtown living, I moved to the edge of the city and to an
environment that was conducive for getting a German Shepherd puppy I had been thinking
about for quite a few years. We had grown up with a German Shepherd at my family
home and she had the most wonderful temperament – I knew that this was the breed of
dog I wanted to have in my own home.
After much research including surfing the web and talking to people, I was led to Mary
Ann and Guardian Angel Shepherds. After some initial emails and conversations, I made
the trip to Olds to see the new litter of Justice and Kahlua and to talk further about my
acquiring one of the puppies.
When you first visit Guardian Angel Shepherds, you will be left with no doubt that Mary
Ann is 100% devoted to her canine family and that she is extremely diligent about
determining who is going to get one of her puppies. There is a pretty thorough screening
process including an extensive questionnaire which Mary Ann uses not only to determine
the suitability of the person for adopting one of her puppies but also to determine which
puppy is best suited for each person she approves.
Mary Ann invests an extraordinary amount of time in monitoring and recording the
behaviour and personality characteristics of each puppy in the 8 weeks after they are
born. It is through this process that Mary Ann determined that ‘Light Green’ was going to
be the best dog for my lifestyle. She couldn’t have been more right – ‘Light Green’ is now
called Shiloh and I can tell you that I could not imagine her not being a part of my
household. From the moment I picked her up, she exhibited the most delightful personality
and is truly a joyful dog, well-adjusted dog.
I found that the guidance and advice that Mary Ann gave me was invaluable. She sends
you on your way armed with a wealth of information and guidance and I was able to check
with her about any questions I had – they were many at the beginning!
If you are thinking about getting a German Shepherd puppy, look no further! From my
personal experience, I can assure you that by dealing with Guardian Angel Shepherds,
you are dealing with a company and individuals who are devoted to promoting and raising
happy and healthy dogs.
If you would like to ask me questions about my experience, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Debra R. Lamb
Our attention was brought to Guardian Angel Shepherds when we first saw a picture of two
magnificent German Shepherd Dogs on the internet. We were looking for a GSD puppy from
a European line at the time and couldn't believe our luck when we found out that these two
beautiful dogs were the parents of a new litter of 10!
We were very impressed by the professional way that Mary-Ann of Guardian Angel
Shepherds handled the whole transaction. There was absolutely no commitment made by
either party until both were satisfied that 1) the puppy was right for us; and 2) we were right
for the puppy. After a pretty thorough questionnaire and personal meeting; it was Mary-Ann
who would determine which puppy (if any) that we would be best suited with. Not only did
we meet the parents of this litter, but we were also fortunate to meet "Angel", the
grandmother.
It really wasn't until we had had the puppy for a few weeks, that we realized just how
important that decision really was. We were eventually matched up with a wonderful black
and tan puppy, whom we named "Ruger". Mary-Ann had carefully taken into consideration
that we had a large property that could handle a high-energy dog, that we were looking not
only for a companion but for a protector; and the fact that we had no children. Ruger has
turned out to be a perfect match.
Even though Ruger is only 18 weeks old, he has shown to us that he is capable of being the
dog we want and more. With some formal training, we are looking forward to bringing out
the attributes that this generation of GSD has to offer.
Our biggest thanks go out to Mary-Ann and Guardian Angel Shepherds for bringing Ruger to
our family.
Kim & Phil Hornsby
Hi Mary Ann
Just want to tell you how Zena is doing, she is the dog I was looking for always stays close
and is a great companion and so smart, I have never had a dog that was as easy to train.
She had her spay surgery last month without any problems. I got the books you
recommended lots of good information there.
I took your advice and got her a big crate it was hard at first to lock her up when she couldn't
go with me but it works. She now takes naps and sleeps in it at night with the door open.
One other thing that is different about Zena is that she seems to really trust me, she allows
me to examine her paws and ears without a struggle must be due to the start you gave her. I
am sending a picture it's not very good but will get you a better one.
Brian
Just want to tell you how Zena is doing, she is the dog I was looking for always stays close
and is a great companion and so smart, I have never had a dog that was as easy to train.
She had her spay surgery last month without any problems. I got the books you
recommended lots of good information there.
I took your advice and got her a big crate it was hard at first to lock her up when she couldn't
go with me but it works. She now takes naps and sleeps in it at night with the door open.
One other thing that is different about Zena is that she seems to really trust me, she allows
me to examine her paws and ears without a struggle must be due to the start you gave her. I
am sending a picture it's not very good but will get you a better one.
Brian
Hi Mary Ann,
We made it safe and sound with no vomit or bathroom accidents! Chassis travelled
quietly and when she would start to fuss a bit, We would take a potty break. She would
pee right away and then we would be right back on the road for another couple of hours.
Pretty amazing for a 7 week old! She had a good supper when we got home and has been
having a grand time exploring and greeting everything around here since. We are all so
impressed with how you have raised her so far! so relaxed and confident.
I'll keep you posted on the next few weeks.
Thanks for everything!!
Julie
We made it safe and sound with no vomit or bathroom accidents! Chassis travelled
quietly and when she would start to fuss a bit, We would take a potty break. She would
pee right away and then we would be right back on the road for another couple of hours.
Pretty amazing for a 7 week old! She had a good supper when we got home and has been
having a grand time exploring and greeting everything around here since. We are all so
impressed with how you have raised her so far! so relaxed and confident.
I'll keep you posted on the next few weeks.
Thanks for everything!!
Julie
The following is an email I received from a
brand new puppy owner after an 8 hour trip
home with her new pup.
brand new puppy owner after an 8 hour trip
home with her new pup.
Hazel and Mark Gray
49 Cimarron Meadows Road
Okotoks, AB, T1S 1T6
It is with great pleasure that we write this letter of recommendation for Mary Ann and
Guardian Angel Shepherds.
Three years after the passing of our previous shepherd, we started to consider another
dog. We knew we wanted a shepherd but as I was a home care provider for 6 children
plus our own daughter, we knew we had to be extremely careful about the dog we
brought home. Our research brought us to Mary Ann’s web site and we were impressed
with her knowledge, training abilities and obvious love of her animals.
After several emails we had a visit with Mary Ann, at this visit we learned so much about
what a good breeder and trainer could do to prepare our future puppy for our home. We
were somewhat surprised with the extensive questionnaire and the fact that Mary Ann
herself would eventually pick out which puppy would be ours. Still our gut feeling told us
that Mary Ann would know exactly which puppy would have the temperament of both
being gentle, but still a guardian for our family.
On May 15th 2006 we brought Jake home. He is the delight Mary Ann promised us and
was, after only 2 weeks already obeying several commands. We truly believe that Jake’
s intelligence is not only from his breeding but also the excellent start Mary Ann
provides right from the puppies’ birth.
Jake is now 3 and a half months old and a pleasure to have in our home. He’s gentle
with the children, yet alerts us to people on the other side of our high fence. Our family
now gets a lot of exercise, which is rewarded by a calm, relaxed puppy until his next
scheduled exercise time.
Sincerely,
Hazel, Mark and Katie Gray
49 Cimarron Meadows Road
Okotoks, AB, T1S 1T6
It is with great pleasure that we write this letter of recommendation for Mary Ann and
Guardian Angel Shepherds.
Three years after the passing of our previous shepherd, we started to consider another
dog. We knew we wanted a shepherd but as I was a home care provider for 6 children
plus our own daughter, we knew we had to be extremely careful about the dog we
brought home. Our research brought us to Mary Ann’s web site and we were impressed
with her knowledge, training abilities and obvious love of her animals.
After several emails we had a visit with Mary Ann, at this visit we learned so much about
what a good breeder and trainer could do to prepare our future puppy for our home. We
were somewhat surprised with the extensive questionnaire and the fact that Mary Ann
herself would eventually pick out which puppy would be ours. Still our gut feeling told us
that Mary Ann would know exactly which puppy would have the temperament of both
being gentle, but still a guardian for our family.
On May 15th 2006 we brought Jake home. He is the delight Mary Ann promised us and
was, after only 2 weeks already obeying several commands. We truly believe that Jake’
s intelligence is not only from his breeding but also the excellent start Mary Ann
provides right from the puppies’ birth.
Jake is now 3 and a half months old and a pleasure to have in our home. He’s gentle
with the children, yet alerts us to people on the other side of our high fence. Our family
now gets a lot of exercise, which is rewarded by a calm, relaxed puppy until his next
scheduled exercise time.
Sincerely,
Hazel, Mark and Katie Gray
| "Jake" Gray 3 1/2 months |
| "Zena" |
| "Ruger" Hornsby |
| "Lexx" Seutter |
| "Shiloh" Lamb |
Hi Mary Ann
It has been to long since I sent an update on Zena she is a year old
already.
She is a beautiful well behaved dog and is a better companion than
I had imagined she would be. I don't know how you do it but she is
exactly the type of dog I told you I was looking for. Thanks again and
keep up the good work.
Brian
It has been to long since I sent an update on Zena she is a year old
already.
She is a beautiful well behaved dog and is a better companion than
I had imagined she would be. I don't know how you do it but she is
exactly the type of dog I told you I was looking for. Thanks again and
keep up the good work.
Brian
Hi MaryAnn,
Here's a picture of Ulla. Haven't talked to you in a while and wanted to let you know how
well she is doing. She is growing up so nicely and getting a bit calmer each day. We are
going to school at Petsmart, it's easier for me to go to someone in the city. I had gone to
our previous trainer for basic obedience but she was having lots of cancellations so I
switched to Petsmart. I like their concept of training; they teach you the lesson in the
training room and then you go out into the store and practice out in all the distractions of
food, toys, cats, birds, people and all the other dogs that people bring into the store. We
are in intermediate training level now and she's doing well. She is a quick learner and
loves to learn.
And you wouldn't believe (you probably would!) all the compliments we get on her. She is
such a beautiful dog. And can she ever jump, straight up into the air! At the rig she knows
how to open the door. It has one of the bars at waist level and she stands up and hits it
with her front feet. The other day we sent the medics dog outside and I locked the door
just before Ulla came running after her. She jumped up with all 4 feet as high as the bar.
She is like a gazelle. When she has her obedience lessons well learned, I am
contemplating agility. She is fast and very agile. She's a wonderful dog and we are so
thankful that we have her. We are having such fun with her. Just wanted to let you know
how's she's is doing and that we are so happy with her.
Susan and John Barker
Here's a picture of Ulla. Haven't talked to you in a while and wanted to let you know how
well she is doing. She is growing up so nicely and getting a bit calmer each day. We are
going to school at Petsmart, it's easier for me to go to someone in the city. I had gone to
our previous trainer for basic obedience but she was having lots of cancellations so I
switched to Petsmart. I like their concept of training; they teach you the lesson in the
training room and then you go out into the store and practice out in all the distractions of
food, toys, cats, birds, people and all the other dogs that people bring into the store. We
are in intermediate training level now and she's doing well. She is a quick learner and
loves to learn.
And you wouldn't believe (you probably would!) all the compliments we get on her. She is
such a beautiful dog. And can she ever jump, straight up into the air! At the rig she knows
how to open the door. It has one of the bars at waist level and she stands up and hits it
with her front feet. The other day we sent the medics dog outside and I locked the door
just before Ulla came running after her. She jumped up with all 4 feet as high as the bar.
She is like a gazelle. When she has her obedience lessons well learned, I am
contemplating agility. She is fast and very agile. She's a wonderful dog and we are so
thankful that we have her. We are having such fun with her. Just wanted to let you know
how's she's is doing and that we are so happy with her.
Susan and John Barker
| Ulla's First Birthday! |
We would highly recommend adding a new family member from Guardian Angel
Shepherds. The entire process was handled in a professional manner. We were
updated on the growth of our puppies and we were matched with the perfect puppy for
our family.
We have had many compliments about our puppy from strangers we have met at
various parks, stores etc. We have told everyone where she came from and would
recommend Guardian Angel Shepherds to anyone looking to add a shepherd to the
family.
The Bakers