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Joanne

8/14/2008

Hi Heidi,

 

Hope all is well with you and your new shop.

 

Penny is doing well and reached her 1st birthday at 10 lbs 3 ozs. in June. We baked a dog cake and had a mini celebration for her. She is still an outstanding dog ! We love her and she has fit in well with our family. I wish we could have kept Chubby Checker but 2 dogs  was too much for us to handle. Annmarie still talks about him. I hope you were able to find him a good home.

 

I met one of your dogs tonight by a neighbor’s house. This woman Jeanne from Bethpage was visiting there, with her 2 Shih Tzu’s one who she said she adopted from you in April. She said she called you looking for an older dog 6-8 months and you had a tan and white male dog available named  Sonar. She said she met a women Beth who she met somewhere in Melville who turned the dog over to her. (it is a small world) She is very happy with the dog. The dog is very cute she named it Mikey and it was fun to watch all 3 Shih Tzu’s playing together. Penny was the biggest at 10 lbs!

 

I still love looking a your  website

 

Hope you are enjoying the summer!

 

Best regards,

Joanne

 

P.S. No home should be without an Exotic Shih Tzu!

 

Seema

7/24/2008

Dear Heidi,
Hello!  I found your website at www.puppysites.com and found it to be very unique and exceptional.  The puppies seem very happy and loved. The testimonials help a lot in making my decision on choosing the breeder.  We would love to adopt a Shih Tzu , and would like you to please guide us.  Please e-mail me some pictures and prices.  Thank you.
Have a wonderful day,
Sincerely,
Seema
 

Jamie-Lynn

7/7/2008

...this is Beeg from when I first brought him home last July
...this is BeeGee this past Memorial day on the boat.  He plays with my best friends "Puggle" on there.  He LOVES it!  They have matching sailor outfits!
 
Enjoy

 

 

Hi from Ralph

7/8/2008

Ralph is almost 2 now. He is part babysitter, part house alarm, cute cuddler, a bit of a thief. He tries so hard to get the cat to play with him. He is learning to share his toys with Marissa. He loves to play with his tennis balls in the back yard. He also loves to sleep on the back of the couch watching the neighbors through the windows. He lets us know whenever ANYTHING is on our lawn!! He still sings like his Mom.  

Love Jenn, Vinny, Marissa and Ralph

 

Leah

6/25/2008

Hi,

I just wanted to say again how nice it was to speak with you on the phone a few minutes ago!

I told my fiancé, Jeremy, all about our conversation and he and I would definitely like to be put on your wait list for a black female puppy.  As I mentioned on the phone, we are getting married in early September and would love to get a puppy anytime after that.  (mid to late September or early October). We are going to look at our calendars and find a Saturday that we can come out to meet you and the dogs.  I will let you know as soon as we pick a date.

Thank you so much,

Leah

 

Nancy

6/25/2008

Dear Heidi -
   A year ago I purchased the most adorable bundle of puppy from you who I named Chloe.  Well, just wanted to write and let you know she is my pride and joy.  Chloe just turned 1 year old and is the best dog.  She weighs a little over 9.5 lbs and has been house broken for about 2 months.  From all I have read that is pretty good.  All the books say that Shih Tzu puppies are very stubborn about training them to go outside.
   I recently purchased a little house down in Virginia about 20 minutes from my Daughter and her family.  My 2 grandsons l-o-v-e Chloe or should I say she loves them.  They are 8 and 4 and every so gentle with her because she is so small.  Chloe, from day 1, has been an excellent car rider.  For a 7 or 8 hour drive I hardly know she is in the car.  In fact, I have to persuade her to make a "pit stop".
   She has the cutest crooked teeth.  It gives her such personality and boy does she have a personality.  She isn't a "morning dog".  She is asleep by 8 - 8:30 PM (I usually carry her to bed, seriously) and doesn't get off my bed until 7:30 - 8 AM.  I am up, showered and usually having breakfast before she decides to get her lazy bones up.  She has quite a few toys and loves to play with all of them.  She has one that I got her when I first brought her home.  She loves that one the most.  It was 4 times bigger than her then and now they are about the same size.  At least once a day she thinks the house is a race track and races around from kitchen through living room into dining room and back through kitchen as fast as her little legs can carry her several times without stopping. 
   Well, just wanted to let you know how happy I am with Chloe.  People are amazed at her temperament.  She loves everyone and everything including birds, rabbits, squirrels, etc.  She sits on the deck with her little head through the deck posts just watching the birds and other animals we have in the yard.  She never barks at them just watches.
   Attached is a picture of my angel, Chloe of Akeru.  I like to keep her face short because the love that comes from those eyes is what is keeping me going.  Thank you for breeding such a special dog.
 

Sharena

6/24/2008

Comments: I am interested in purchasing my first puppy and after some research on many types I have come to the conclusion that the Shih-Tzu breed fits me and my lifestyle perfectly. I looked through your site (wonderful display) and I feel really comfortable with how you bring up your babies. I am looking to purchase my new puppy by the end of July the latest (hopefully sooner). Please let me know which puppies you currently have available (color, size, sex, age, price and their ready date). I am really excited after talking to many breeders as other options as well and can not wait to hear from you.

Thank you!  Sharena

 

Kerry

6/17/2008

Here are some of Ozzy's first pictures at home he is having so much fun all he wants to do is play and cuddle! Yesterday was great he made the wee wee pad every time I think he might be a puppy genius!

Thank you,Kerry

 

Wanda

6/15/2008

Hi....

Your website is beautiful.  I enjoyed reading the testimonials. 

I am interested in knowing what the selling price of your puppies are.  I have been quoted anywhere from $500-$2000.  I would appreciate any information you can give me.

The pictures on your website are priceless.  It is so encouraging to see a website that is so informative.

Have a wonderful day with all your puppies.

Sincerely, Wanda

 

Eva

6/14/2008

Heidi,

Lolly is thrilled to be here. It is amazing. No anxiety. Only joy. My goodness. She made herself right at home and pounced on her bed as if to say, "I knew you were coming with me!" My mom is absolutely thrilled. She says that Lolly is a happiest little dog she has ever known and she thinks she is wonderful beyond words.

(and very smart!)

Teeny Martini was a little sleepy at first. We tried karo syrup....no....we tried water....no....we tried LIVERWURST and he came alive. After 4 or 5 licked off fingerfulls of liverwurst, he tooled around the living room without concern, cute as a button.  Lolly has adopted him. At the moment he is sleeping up against her in her pink bed (even though he has his own.) Jubilee is watching carefully, and everyone has sniffed bottoms and noses. We are doing very very well.

Mom tried to call you to tell you thanks, and how proud she is of her, and how wonderful little Lolly is, however your phone is continually busy. So this quick email.

Talk to you soon. It was wonderful, inspirational, to meet you. Your boutique is by far the best I have ever seen, and I thought I had seen them all.  You leave them in the dust for finery and quality and decor...and you are reasonably priced, even your expensive items.

So Lollypops' bed is comfortably settled next to and up against the couch on an angle where she can see mom and mom can see her. Next to her bed is a small sheep skin covered stairway (that she used immediately) to go up and down onto and off of the couch. Next to that is a special bed pillow with a flannel cover for her to sit on to be next to or between moms legs. This she also immediately understood and has very much enjoyed.

Thank you for all the joy you spread in the world.

I will talk to you soon.

Eva

 

Cathy

6/14/2008

Comments: I CURRENTLY OWN A FOUR MONTH OLD SHI TZU. HIS NAME IS BENJI. SO LOVEABLE AND PLAYFUL.. HE IS LIKE A CARAMEL, BROWN AND WHITE COLOR. SOO CUTE. HOW MUCH DO YOU SELL YOUR GIRLS FOR? YOUR PICS ARE THE BEST I HAVE SEEN YET. PLEASE RSVP WHEN YOU ARE ABLE TO.

THANKS, CATHY

KINGSPORT, TN

 

Beth

5/21/2008

Dear Heidi,
 
I had heard of the changes to your website and the opening of Exotic Paws.  Congratulations!  Your business seems to be growing rapidly and imagine our surprise to see Taffy's baby picture on the website!
 
Just wanted to send you a couple of more recent photos of Taffy.    She is friendly, playful and so much fun for our family.  People often stop to comment on how adorable she is and ask us what kind of dog she is.  We have also recommended you on a number of occasions.
 
Anyway, wishing you continued success with Exotic Shih Tzus and Exotic Paws.
 

Molly

5/19/2008

Hi Heidi and Beth,
 
I can't believe how quickly time has flown by - I haven't been in touch since we picked up Piper (Hollywood/Hershey pup) at the very beginning of March. She has been an absolute joy and we continue to have more fun with her each day. Your website doesn't lie - she literally stops traffic (we have had people pull over in front of oncoming traffic to find out what kind of dog she is and where we got her) and with each walk we meet more neighbors wanting to play with her.
 
I just wanted to thank you and show you some pictures of her with her favorite toys (I don't have any pictures of her fetching tennis balls, but I've never met a Shih Tzu who likes to retrieve like she does!).
 
Thanks again. I know when we're ready for pal for Piper we will be coming back to you!
 
Best,
Molly
 

Erika

5/18/2008

Comments: I love your dogs!! They are adorable!!!!! I want a Shih Tzu but I have to talk to my parents about it.......... it would be great if you could email me and tell me about your dogs and what puppies you have available.

Thank you, Erika

 

Tina

5/10/2008

Hello!

I love your site!! I live in MA and am very interested in owning and loving a Shih Tzu. My future daughter-in-law owns a Shih Tzu named Abbey. We get to baby sit Abbey on occasion when she's on vacation, and have fallen in love with the breed. A few months ago, my Cairn Terrier, Lucy, passed away. We miss her and love small dogs, so I'm exploring the possibility of buying one soon. I'm interested in a male, black, that would not be more than 10 pounds. I'm a teacher and have the summers free, so its a great time to spend with a pup. I'm curious if you have a pup available, and what the asking price would be.

Thanks!

 

Tina Moore

 

Pat

5/4/2008

Hi, my name is Christy, I'm 29, I live in Wantage, NJ with my husband Jeremy, and I'm in love with your Shih Tzus.  I've checked all the websites looking for a new Shih Tzu puppy and yours seems to be the best (I'm on it almost every day).  It's apparent how much you love and care for your puppies and that's really important to us.  Our Shih Tzu, Todo (our baby), recently had to be put to sleep about a month ago.  She got sick and we couldn't let her suffer, but she had a happy life with us for 12 years and brought us so much joy.  We really would like to get another Shih Tzu, and as soon as possible.  Please let us know what puppies you have available and when we could see them.  If possible, we would like a small small female, maybe dark chocolate.  The one on your site with blue eyes is gorgeous! - but we would love any of them.  My husband is in love with your Tokyo Rose and her toothy grin!  Anyway, we look forward to hearing from you soon - please.

 

Thanks,  Christy

 

Pat

4/30/2008

Color: solid black with no silver in line or dark chocolate or dark chocolate and white

Gender: Female

Weight: 8 to 10 lbs.

Season: Summer

For: For Breeding

Comments: No tight nostrils, or mouth breathing, as I am sure from reading and looking over your website that would not be a problem. Correct bite. Nice temperament. no long bodied. I do like short and cobby. I really like your website. I also like the looks of your Shih Tzus.

City: Lebanon

State: Pa

 

Mar

4/29/2008

Comments: My name is Mar and we are looking for a puppy that wants to be part of our family. Our dog just passed and our other dog is just too sad, as are we. The policy in our home, dogs can go out in our fenced yard when they want and can also stay in. Though they do not sleep on our bed, they do have nice fluffy beds of their own next to our bed. Personally I do not care the colors, they are cute no matter the color. I prefer female but will not breed her. I leave that to the professionals. I would just like to have a puppy rather sooner then later.

City: Kailua Kona, HI

 

Dina

4/29/2008

Comments: I bought my little son Mikey from Heidi on March 15th, 2008. He is the best little puppy ever!!!! He is everything Heidi said he would be. When I brought him home at 12 weeks old he was already trained to go on the wee wee pads. He is such a happy little independent puppy. He goes from one toy to the next. Forget it when he is in the backyard he runs around like a little bunny rabbit. He has brought so much joy to me and my family. I would HIGHLY recommend Heidi and Exotic Paws to anyone looking for a puppy.

P.S. Also if you get a chance visit the store it is packed with great stuff!!!

 

Dina aka Mikey's mommy!!

City: Bellmore

State: NY

 

Alan

4/27/2008

     We purchased a little black/grey boy from you last summer.) Just wanted to let you know he is the best little guy in the world. He is the most gentle lovable dog we have ever had. From the day we brought him home he never had an accident, always went on the we we pads.
     His color is black and grey in layers, sort of like a skunk. When we walk him cars stop and tell us how beautiful he is.
     Just wanted to say thank you.
 
     Alan
 

Ann C.

4/16/2008

     HI, it’s the Ann C. and we absolutely love Smokey (Co Coa)  he is sooooo cute and playful. Our dog loves him and they never stop playing. Thanks for the greatest puppy ever!

     Here are some super cute pictures of Smokey, now known as Co Coa.   Please let us know what you think of these pictures!!!!

 

Cindy

4/15/2008

Dear Heidi,
   You came so highly recommended from the Logins (who got a female pup from you about a year ago) that I wanted to check and see who you might have available now or in the near future. We recently lost a 15 year old lab and would love a Shih Tzu puppy to join our family.

   I've looked on your website, and it mentioned that you had some that were due in April. If you could please contact me with info about how you work, and if you do have any available pups, that would be great.
   Thanks so much,

   Cindy

 

Beth

4/14/2008

Comments: I would like a 4-6 lb. dark chocolate Shih Tzu. I loved the photos of Haiku-kookoo, Maui, or Hollywood. My sister-in-law, Romona, referred me. I love her little pup, Lucia. Her personality is terrific. I would like to use you as my breeder. I am willing to spend up to $2,000 for my little pup. Is that in your price range? Please advise. Thank you.

Beth

Englewood, NJ

 

Maureen

4/13/2008

Hi Heidi,

  

Maggie is now 5 months old. She is so adorable and still the perfect companion. I am attaching pictures of her first haircut. You were right, she is a show stopper. People are amazed at her color.

  

Best regards,

Maureen

 

Shara

4/8/2008

Gender: Female

Weight: 4 to 6 lbs.

For: A Family Pet

 

     We have one Shih Tzu in our home now...she is the love of our lives and will be 7 years old in November. Her name is Lucy and she is absolutely stunning...the breeder we bought her from in South Florida no longer breeds and I have had a hard time finding a Shih Tzu as beautiful as Lucy. After looking at your website, I was so happy... the dogs looked gorgeous and some were very similar looking to ours. Lucy is brindle and white...but I thought the chocolate brown with blue eyes on your site was absolutely GORGEOUS!!! I would love to meet them and see pictures and prices of what you have available. We think it's time to explore the idea of getting a companion for Lucy.

     My parents have Lucy's brother from the same litter but they live in Florida and Lucy barely sees him. Thank you so much! I look forward to hearing from you!

     New York, NY

 

Yohanna

4/7/2008

Hey Heidi,
Just wanted to tell you how happy I am with Jazzie. He is such a great puppy, we are very pleased. We've had him a little over a month now and its been a great experience so far. His health is good and he has been growing a lot. Thank you very much for raising such a cute bundle of joy. I'm sending some pics of him that I've taken lately. Hope all is well with you and the store. Please let me know when you have events at the store so I can come with Jazzie.
Once again thanks a million... Yohanna
 

Alana and Carlos

4/6/2008

Hi Heidi,

This is Alana writing to say hello. My little baby is doing great he is getting big he is 5lbs and very playful. He's learning sit, lay down and up, and I tell him to go sleepy and he go to sleep. Heidi he is so smart and I love him a lot. I just wanted to say hello and let you know how big "Ozzy" is getting... and he is in a really good and happy home.

Ozzy's Parents Alana & Carlos
 

Carol

3/27/2008

Hi Heidi,

 

The pictures are cute.  I have attached a picture of my daughter and the puppies.  We are so excited, give them a hug and kiss from all of us.

 

Cathy

 

Maureen and "Maggie"

3/3/2008

Hi Heidi & Beth,

     Maggie and I have made it though the first month together...she is a doll. Just had her 4 month vet check-up, she's gained 1 pound... now up to 4.5 lbs.  She is perfectly paper trained, not one accident!

     And... She sleeps through the night...what more can I ask for!

     She is camera shy, but I was able to sneak in a few pictures...thought you would like to see these....

Best regards,

Maureen

 

Morgan

3/4/2008

Color: chocolate

Gender: No Preference

Weight: 6 to 8 lbs.

Season: Summer

For: A Family Pet

Comments: I do live in Florida and I am a vet tech.  And I have never seen chocolate puppies like yours.  Wow!

 

Antoinette

2/27/2008

Hi,

 

I have recently started doing research on Shih Tzus as I am interested in welcoming one into my home.  I have been to many different websites and yours has impressed me the most.  At first I was just going to go to a pet shop.  This is all new to me, and I really want to make sure I know what I am doing before I get one.  Can you take me through the process?  I mean when I became a new mother of my first born he didn't come with instructions!  Although I did have guidance, and learned as I went along.  I am nuts about dogs, and have missed not having one, since I was single. (25years ago)  I want to be well prepared before I do it.  I live in Queens, so I am not too far away from you.  Please get back to me with more info. 

 

Thank You very much,

Antoinette

 

Linda in Florida

2/25/2008

Color: they are all so pretty

Gender: Female

Weight: 6 to 8 lbs.

Season: Fall

For: A Family Pet

Comments: You have absolutely gorgeous pups - Bonnie & Clyde are breathe taking - but the tiny black and white female and Buttons are stunning as well. I am searching for a breeder but am not quite ready to buy yet. We just lost our little Meechie girl (tiny Shih Tzu) to cancer at 3 years of age....we spent a fortune trying to save Her but it was not to be. I think by the fall we will be ready to get a new pup. We prefer a smaller pup because we travel from our Florida home to Staten Island about 4 times a year - small pups are easier to go into a tote if we have to stop - I hate seeing pups in a car alone! Our kids are all grown so small is safe here. I will keep looking at your website and watching your pups - we will be on Staten Island the end of June to the first week of July and then again mid Sept. Either one of those times I hope there is a litter we can purchase from. I am very impressed with the way your dogs look - some of the ones on other websites look unkempt and rather dirty. I like that I can come pick up the pup and not have it flown. It is important to meet the pup first. I'm so glad I found your website - I finally feel like I have found a place to buy a new pup. I look forward to meeting you.

Linda

State: FL

 

Jenn, Vinny, Marissa

2/22/2008

Hi Heidi -

Ralph wanted to say hi and that he is doing very well - He LOVES the snow, he cries to go out in it and loves to run and chase the snowballs.  He is really good with the baby, in fact he hears her before we do. Although he likes her toys better than his. We were thinking of changing his name to The Black Face Bandit.

  Jenn, Vinny, Marissa and Ralph

 

Louis

2/19/2008

Comments: Hi:

I'm Sheila. (Luis's wife) I don't speak English well but my husband does. I would like to have a Chocolate male or a White and Chocolate Female. Please call me or reply with the price list because I want the puppy ASAP but it depends of the cost of the baby and the shipping. Thanks

I like your guarantee and believe it or not, that makes me think that you are an excellent breeder and also have excellent dogs. Congratulations!!!

 

Alana and Carlos

2/18/2008

Hi Heidi and Beth,

I am writing to let you guys know that my little baby is doing good. The first night I slept in the living room while he was in his crate to make sure he was fine. He cried a little, the first night but he is doing much better. BIG PLUS on the wee wee pads he did not have any accident on the floor. He also last night let out his first bark, after the cats. He follows the cats around the house and is doing great, my husband and a lot of my neighbors loved him. Thank you so much for raising a wonderful baby, I am really happy. Everything is going smooth he is eating, Beth explained he might not eat the first night. My cats  are getting used to him too and everyone in the house is happy. I will update you guys on his progress and eventually send pictures of him. Thank you again for a great baby.
 
Sandy, Richard, "Gucci, Louie & Burberry"

2/14/2008

Heidi,

I am probably one of your worst customers, but Richard & I will make it up to you in 2008! I really want to say Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

I can honestly say I always wanted a cinnamon "Daschund"! Back in October of 2006 I went w/Ms. Evelyn's god-daughter to see your babies! It was love @ first sight! I brought my husband & neighbor back the next evening because my husband was not keen on a small dog he wanted a "Rottweiler"! Needless to say @ the end of a wonderful & informative evening my husband wanted a puppy sired by "Tattoo", my husband loves "Tattoo" & I loved "Hollywood" which my husband could not fathom ( I think she has such a cutie face & her eyes are adorable) I know this is why I baby my "Gucci" & spoil him rotten when he gives me that smoochie eye look! Hollywood's puppies Rock! My husband said he would buy me one chocolate puppy for my birthday instead of a Louis Vuitton bag!

Since our Puppies were not born until May 2007 & July 2007 ( I ended up w/the handbag & the puppies : ) who would have thought that it would be such a wait for a chocolate puppies! I hope everyone noticed I started typing the word puppies! We ended up w/two then a third : ) I have to give you "Props" on suggesting "two puppies" with our work schedule they keep each other company & they blame each other & tell on each other! Just like kids "It wasn't me"! We thank you for your patience, breeder knowledge & entertaining Saturday's! We have found such good friends in your family, Marge & Beth!

I hope to forward pic's of "Louie Vuitton", "Gucci" & "Burberry" just like my handbags "worth every penny" & everybody wants them in "Greenlawn" New York, because I had them First! So many people @ "Grooming on Broadway" always want to look @ my dogs & I am not lying when I say that it's "OMG that is such an exotic color, Are you sure it's a Shih Tzu? What's the name of the Breeder? What's the website name? & "Do you really need three puppies are you interested in selling (person received a dirty smirky look & I didn't even tell my husband because those are fighting words to a man that previously wanted a Rottweiler). My groomer gets so much walk in traffic from customers coming in to find out what kind of dogs I have! My boys go every other week to the groomer, they may be all boys, but they are metrosexual dogs ( I give them the diva treament of Hair & Nails every other week just like their Ma! Yes I am a Brat!!! But I know you love us anyway!

Today is Valentine's Day & we just wanted to give you a shout out of "Onelove" & say "You "r" Simply the Best! We will do dinner again soon & it's on us this time (You have been so generous to Richard & I)! Our Love as Always to You, Michael, your "Diva Girl's", Marge & Beth!

Sandy, Richard, "Gucci, Louie & Burberry" in "Greenlawn NY"

 

Sharon

2/11/2008

Heidi,

We took Gumby (my husband's idea for a name) to the vet today and she checked out with flying colors. I wasn't sure what she has had for vaccinations and the dates that she had them or any other treatments, so my vet wanted me to get back to him on that. He said that she was in perfect health and one of the best representations