Adelhaus GSD - Page 3

The internet has made it easy for people with vendettas to defame other breeders. At the same time, it has made it difficult for breeders and buyers on the receiving end of libel/slander to effectively counter claims made against them. That is, unless they wish to engage in the same online nastiness, which only brings you down to the same low level. To be sure, forums such as this one can be useful for those who have been "taken for a ride." The main purpose I would see in this situation would be to learn more about what to look for or avoid the next time. I don't believe that most people who badmouth breeders or dogs on this forum are really trying to "help" buyers.......call me cynical, but I just don't see it. I have found, however, that happy clients (and good breeders) generally are not spending their time one the internet just waiting to applaud their dog's breeder or defend their kennel. Maybe this is because they have better things to do...like be with their dogs. It is interesting that many people complain about how negative GSD breeders are about each other, and then some of the same people actually wonder why ....when they actively engage in and support this negativity themselves. I have heard nothing bad about Adelhaus Kennels. If I did I would not repeat it, as it would be gossip and none of my business. I do assume, however, that Adelhaus is a fine breeder/kennel. I will assume that until I personally have reason to believe otherwise. If that situation were to occur, you would still not see me on this board posting about it. That is not the way to "help" a potential puppy buyer. I will stick to the constructive ways of helping pup buyers....asking what they are looking for in a pup and trying to assist them in ways to find that pup. Good luck with your ADELHAUS pup, Wolf!! Cheers, Landis Alyeska German Shepherds http://wwww.alaskagermanshepherds.com

The internet is also a tool to keep everyone honest and maybe change things for the better. Look at the positive. Give a human being the benefit of a doubt that they have the intelligence and can draw the right conclusions based on the arguments presented.

Sorry, just an observation. When this post began,I too for the first time looked at the Adelhaus website. At the testimonials. One little entry from the owners of Viggo. After the request to be deleted, the testimonials were extended to obviously every email received by this breeder from the owner of this dog. I personally find this in poor taste. If the breeder had been so confidant in her handlings, she would have respected the original request. No? Just a quiet provocation of who is stronger. No?

Oh La La La Layla, aka Sunshine, "give human being the benefit of the doubt...", how so aptly unfitting this comment becomes you. When did you ever give human benefit of doubt, was it in your last posting here, no? Then perhaps it was in some previous thread of knock one breeder to make way for promoting another. Give us all a break, we still watch, listen & laugh. Shsssh, you know who. lol

What a farce! Three very commercial, very self promoting "breeders" here patting each other on the backs. All of whom have had numerous scandalous reports and catfights on various sites. The way to judge whether your breeder is a good one is by the people who got a problem along with their dog. Whether paperwork, temperament or non-fillment of a contract. The way the breeder dealt with the unhappy person. Not the hangers on and syncopants who push those breeders everywhere possible. LOL LOL three breeders who are masters of self promotion. Attacking the unhappy or dissappointed person, blaming them for the problems, etc. Yea, that's the person I would buy a dog from. Of course, occassionally, the buyer can be an AXX too...but don't think that is the case here.

As a person who has been around in the horse and dog world long enough, there are a few things that are common knowledge: We all know that not every client is going to be happy. Try as we may, there are times when nothing will make the client happy, no matter what options are presented. There is not one breeder out there who has satisfied every client. Usually people who are broken in self-esteem or emotion, are the ones who are the loudest. As well as with many other very reputable breeders, every contract has been fulfilled and no one person has ever been 'screwed'. All documents will prove that. Dogs have been donated for those with special needs, services and to other people who are in need of something special. As one ethical and knowledgeable breeder once told me, and it is very true: My dogs will speak for themselves, and their progeny will continue to be valuable reprentatives for the future. We will continue to take the time to do what is necessary for breed improvement for the betterment of the breed.

I do see one big hypocrit on this thread, and SHE certainly does not practice what SHE preaches. I would love for everyone to come up here and see her kennel for the depraved hole it really is, then maybe she would stop trying to compete with the big boys because her verbage is as empty as her claims of being a quality breeder, caring about the breed, and not having the almighty $$$ in the forefront. It is sad that someone can come to this beautiful state, live as a recluse and put such beautiful words on her site to lure the unsuspecing purchaser. What a web of beautiful words she does weave!! There are many breeders that do care about the breed, and are very ethical about their dealings. I too believe that good or bad the internet is useful these days, especially when you are trying to cull out the bad apples. I would like to believe still that there are far more good breeders than bad, if not, God help the breed. Fellow Alaskan!!!

I do see one big hypocrit on this thread, and SHE certainly does not practice what SHE preaches. I would love for everyone to come up here and see her kennel for the depraved hole it really is, then maybe she would stop trying to compete with the big boys because her verbage is as empty as her claims of being a quality breeder, caring about the breed, and not having the almighty $$$ in the forefront. It is sad that someone can come to this beautiful state, live as a recluse and put such beautiful words on her site to lure the unsuspecing purchaser. What a web of beautiful words she does weave!! There are many breeders that do care about the breed, and are very ethical about their dealings. I too believe that good or bad the internet is useful these days, especially when you are trying to cull out the bad apples. I would like to believe still that there are far more good breeders than bad, if not, God help the breed. Fellow Alaskan!!!

It is not really a curiosity about anonymous posting. People who have to post anonymously are not willing to stand behind what they say. They like to cut and run. They spout their venom and then they hide. Pretty cowardly. This kind of evasive and sleazy behavior should pretty much give an intelligent person a really good idea about the anonymous poster's integrity and truthfulness.... Cheers, Landis Alyeska German Shepherds http://www.alaskagermanshepherds.com

Wolf, Hello, I have a different set of questions for you regarding your desire to buy a GSD. I don’t care about the obvious disagreement concerning the people upon this board; it does not concern me. My reason for writing this is based upon helping you decide upon a type of dog. I feel that a lot of potential puppy buyers buy a GSD based only on the fact that it is a GSD and do not consider the vast arena of genetic differences. Within the world of German Shepherds there are four distinct, yet broad classes, Working, Show, Show/Working and backyard. Each type of GSD can fall somewhere within these classes, and each provides for a different animal all together. In my opinion you need to ask yourself what it is you are looking for from your new family companion. Take into consideration the potential for genetics to influence in very broad terms Character, Confirmation, Drive and Health. All dogs are born with congenital attributes and flaws bred into them, it is up to you to decide which ones fit the type of dog you have in question. The differences between the types of GSDs available are far too vast to discuss in this post, there is a wealth of information strung throughout the internet that can easily educate you. Decide what it is that you are looking for, by weighing out the differences in each type. Then find a breeder that has the type of dog you are looking for and is able to develop a sense of trust with you upon discussing their dogs. Location of the breeder is easily overcome with todays advances in communication and travel. I find that the vast majority of dog people within this world are fair honest people if treated with a little respect and honesty. Wayne Dodge