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by MichaelCox on 25 May 2013 - 18:05
Hello everyone,
It's been a few months since my last post but I finally made a decision and got Asko from Birgit (Bhall) at Alert K9. You can read more about the research I did to find the Breeder/Dealer that I wanted to work with at this link: http://www.pedigreedatabase.com/forum.read?mnr=680886-a-noobs-guidejourney-to-a-personal-protection-gsd
A quick refresher for those who kept up with my search, I flew to a few States and saw some dogs and one locally and landed on Alert K9 they were not the first or last Breeder/Dealer I met with but in the end I felt that Birgit, Jon and Mike had mine and the dogs best interest at heart and I was right. When I first met them I saw about 6-7 dogs that I asked to take a closer look at them I narrowed those down to three then two. HERE is where Alert K9 went above and beyond; I couldn't decide between the last two. They were both pups 8 and 7 months old Birgit put BOTH dogs on hold!
I don't care what business you're in, taking two products off the shelf knowing that you will only be selling one and missing out on other potential buyers is just crazy! But they did it and I'm very grateful for that. For the next 5-6 months they lived with Mike Baker who trained them so that when I went back the playing field would be more level between the two and I could make a more educated decision.
I went back a couple of weeks ago for a week (was told I could stay as long as I needed) to get trained with my new dog. I spent the first two days evaluating both of them and ended up going with Asko my first choice anyway. DISCLAIMER: I'm not an experienced handler but Mike got me up to speed quickly and I'm very happy with mine and Asko's progres and relationship. I knew I made the right choice all the way around when Asko started running through the field toward Mike (the guys that's been feeding him and taking care of him) I let him get about 2/3 the way there and called him and he came right back. I love this dog...
I wouldn't hesitate to send anyone to Birgit to get a dog. Asko and I are heading back in Sept. to attend a handler/decoy class. If anyone wants more info on Alert K9 just PM me and I'll help where I can.
Michael
Asko at 9 months
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Asko at 12 months
Asko at 14 months with Danny (One of Mike's decoys)
...snack time
Me and my boy
It's been a few months since my last post but I finally made a decision and got Asko from Birgit (Bhall) at Alert K9. You can read more about the research I did to find the Breeder/Dealer that I wanted to work with at this link: http://www.pedigreedatabase.com/forum.read?mnr=680886-a-noobs-guidejourney-to-a-personal-protection-gsd
A quick refresher for those who kept up with my search, I flew to a few States and saw some dogs and one locally and landed on Alert K9 they were not the first or last Breeder/Dealer I met with but in the end I felt that Birgit, Jon and Mike had mine and the dogs best interest at heart and I was right. When I first met them I saw about 6-7 dogs that I asked to take a closer look at them I narrowed those down to three then two. HERE is where Alert K9 went above and beyond; I couldn't decide between the last two. They were both pups 8 and 7 months old Birgit put BOTH dogs on hold!
I don't care what business you're in, taking two products off the shelf knowing that you will only be selling one and missing out on other potential buyers is just crazy! But they did it and I'm very grateful for that. For the next 5-6 months they lived with Mike Baker who trained them so that when I went back the playing field would be more level between the two and I could make a more educated decision.
I went back a couple of weeks ago for a week (was told I could stay as long as I needed) to get trained with my new dog. I spent the first two days evaluating both of them and ended up going with Asko my first choice anyway. DISCLAIMER: I'm not an experienced handler but Mike got me up to speed quickly and I'm very happy with mine and Asko's progres and relationship. I knew I made the right choice all the way around when Asko started running through the field toward Mike (the guys that's been feeding him and taking care of him) I let him get about 2/3 the way there and called him and he came right back. I love this dog...
I wouldn't hesitate to send anyone to Birgit to get a dog. Asko and I are heading back in Sept. to attend a handler/decoy class. If anyone wants more info on Alert K9 just PM me and I'll help where I can.
Michael
Asko at 9 months
Asko at 12 months
Asko at 14 months with Danny (One of Mike's decoys)
...snack time
Me and my boy
by Nans gsd on 25 May 2013 - 18:05
He is just beautiful and I hope he is everything you wanted and more. Please keep us posted on your progress with this handsome boy. Nan
by MichaelCox on 25 May 2013 - 18:05
Thanks Nan I'll keep posting on his progress. He still has some growing to do...
by cborso22 on 25 May 2013 - 23:05
Congrats, he is beautiful!..My 11 week old is from Alert K9, and I have been nothing but happy so far. :)
by hexe on 26 May 2013 - 00:05
Michael, he is absolutely stunning, and I wish you many healthy and happy years together. 
I believe you made a very wise and educated selection.
I believe you made a very wise and educated selection.
by fawndallas on 26 May 2013 - 10:05
Great job and great looking boy.
by Slamdunc on 26 May 2013 - 10:05
Way to go! Nice choice and best of luck with him.
by MichaelCox on 26 May 2013 - 21:05
Thanks everyone, I'll keep everyone posted. Now I'm just looking for a good decoy in my area. If anyone knows someone in the East Valley of Phoenix that would be great!
Michael
Michael
by andhourspass on 26 May 2013 - 21:05
Gorgeous dog, sounds like you definitely made the right choice! Nice to hear positive breeder reviews on this site. Way to go Birgit! Keep us posted on your progress with Asko.
by MichaelCox on 28 May 2013 - 14:05
If anyone knows a good decoy in the East Valley of Phoenix (Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Scottsdale) I would appreciate the information. I'm having some issues finding one around me.
Michael
Michael
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