I was able to work out my dispute with Jennifer Stancil and her company, Heart of Dixie Poodles. The resolution was reached amicably to the satisfaction of all parties.

To: “Dogs Rule”:

1)      Then being out of state you never saw her facility right?

2)      What other documents are you referencing that I should post? Please feel free to post.

3)      Have you seen the two online complaints/reviews about her dogs that died?

4)      You named her in your post. Her address is online public record on WhitePages, ZabaSearch, Google, PeopleFinders, Intelious, 411.com, YellowPages, Spokeo, etc., etc…. Why is that illegal and are you being illegal?

I am very sorry you had trouble with your puppy but I don't believe trashing
Heart of Dixie Poodles is the way to solve this matter. Having been a dog
owner for many years when I started to look for a breeder I found Heart of
Dixie Poodles and Jennifer Stencil.

 
She was not only polite but very professional. I asked a million questions and wanted to find out about
pedigree of which she was more than willing to give me all the information
she had.  

 We are out of state and I was provided daily reports and
pictures. Our dog was in awesome health when it arrived. Our vet was very
impressed since the puppy needed to be flow to us. After we got the puppy we
still continued to communicate. We are highly satisfied and would use her
again.

Also on a personal note I have no problem with someone complaining about
services or a business.  I do feel however, that if you are going to go so
far as to post document against the person/ business post all the
information so people can make up their own minds

 I do not think it's appropriate to put someone's personal address on the internet. That is
uncalled for and dangerous and invasion of someone's privacy and totally
against the law.  

Well I'v been a little busy doing some homework on heart of Dixie poodles. First I want to say I'm so sorry for your puppy that died. So I checked out this myself. After this incident I found she was quarantined for 10 days and read the report that no problems were found. I even contacted breeders who have used her studs for breeding and had wonderful show puppies from their litters. I even went further than that and talked with people who has purchased puppies who are so satisfied. If this were a puppy mill I don't think these breeders would use use her puppies for stud to show their dogs. To the complaint of no fence in the back for the dogs to go out talked with 5 well known breeders they explained to me that they do not let their dos out. To the complaint about the building in need of repair I agree she does not own the building the owner has refused to fix what was on the contract. But I know a lot of repairs have been done where the dogs are kept and she has done this herself. I also talked with breeders that go to the same shows she goes to and have said she has done very well. My biggest compliment is the attack y'all are doing claiming its a puppy mill. Don't think these breeders would use her if this were a puppy mill.The conversation that has went on with y'all I was not there and cannot coment on that. I think that you need to attack Real puppy mills. Sorry you've had a bad experience but the attack and trying to ruin her just upsets me to know end. I'm not the owner I'm a happy customer that if I ever decide I want to extend my family I'd go back to her again so would others iv talked with.

Susan,

I am glad you have had a great experience with Heart of Dixie Poodle or what ever name she is using today!  She is a scam artist and is looking to get a quick dollar and not the health of the puppies.  PETA and other animal health agencies are currently looking into her business practices due to her many complaints.  

I hope that no one purchases another puppy from her and I pray for the puppies living in those conditions!

For some reason the attachments did not make it in my final rebuttal below. I’ll try again with this update. Hopefully Georgia Department of Agriculture documents will post in this one. If not I can provide contact detail or a separate link for inspection report.

Hi Suzanne,

Thank you for your response. I understand all your points. The core of our concerns was simply the property we visited and met the puppy and breeder at. Those indications and that experience raised suspicion. This has not been about a bad puppy or puppy behaviors or health. The series of events, comments and suggestions by the breeder really bothered us in thinking this may be a puppy mill. At this point, I’m not going to say it’s a mill. But our concerns for conditions have been validated.

Attached below is an open report based on a formal inspection on 7/10/14 of the property by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The inspection also included two City of Dallas authorities (Building Inspector and Marshall). First, I am glad to see section 24 “Human Care” was a “Pass” grade and there was sufficient food and water.

Otherwise the “Fail” grades on 2-Housekeeping, 9-Structural Strength and 14-Pest Control validate some of the concerns we had and experienced when we purchased our puppy. There are 4 pages with notes that speak to the pest control fly infestation, housekeeping issues and structural strength. The report is a bit hard to read due to the inspector’s handwriting. However, it is all legible if you take your time to review.

As for the breeder, I cannot speak to her ability to breed quality or her business practices. Our intent was not to put her out of business, but ensure the animals were being handled and kept in good and humane conditions. I simply know what we experienced with her and the property.

She has 30 days to fix violations. Yeah for the dogs and puppies!!! I see no more reason to continue further actions, documentation or rebuttal anyone defending what was found by the GA Department of Agriculture and City Authorities. I wish all involved all the best.

This is Suzanne I want to say that I hate you are not happy with your experience with Heart of Dixie poodles but I feel that you have more than made your point. Since all of this you have posted if contact the owner with all of your allegations. She has been more than happy to address my concerns.  I don't think you have been to many breeders.  I have some of your complaints happen at most places they don't allow puppies outside for exercise, the smell is something they all deal with, and you don't always find the puppy that fits your needs. It has happened to me. I resale the puppy.  

But, there are many people out there who have been blessed to have one of her bundlesof joy there are more happy than dissatisfied.  I did my homework too, but you signed a contract same as I did it is there before you before you ever purchase a puppy. If you feel this puppy doesn't meet your expectations sell her believe me a puppy can feel your anxiety give her a loving home! We could go on and on with this, but trying to ruin heart of Dixie only let's other breeders never want to deal with you and if spoken with several so let it rest and let others make their on decision and believe me you have more than done enough 

Sorry you have a “problem” with me. No I do not know everything and am not trying to ruin someone. Just stating my experience; maybe yours was better. Good for you. If I can get an attachment to load I’ll post another complaint from someone that had a very similar experience with breeder and property a year ago.  Just one example of many: 

In response to Atlanta Ga. No my puppy was not as young as you think it was this is what my problem with you is you think you know everything. I did not get my puppy until she felt he was ready for his forever home. Yes i had to potty train and teach the rules of the house, and he now is a perfect little dog. I can not understand why you are assuming that this is a puppy mill. Of which you have no proof. Until now, she has neverhad any complaints from anyone that has purchased puppies from her. I think you should spend more time working with your puppy instead of trying to ruin someone that has turned out excellent puppies. Have a nice day.

So glad you have happy and healthy pets.

A puppy mill, sometimes known as a puppy farm,is a commercial dog breeding facility that is operated with an emphasis upon profits above animal welfare and is often in substandard conditions regarding the well-being of dogs in their care.

Health is not the only or final grade for a breeder. It’s likely you got your puppies at a young age and they did not have to endure the conditions and environment the animals are kept in for long period of time.

You make think the report is “off”, but there have been several complaints with this breeder over time with her current and past business names. Local authorities have confirmed it and have also confirmed that even PITA has gotten involved. This breeder is slick and knows how to stage and prepare for inspections. She has done some cleaning on the outside since we created a little exposure to her operation. We have clear evidence of pictures of before and after.

At a minimum maybe we have helped the conditions for the animals in her care. I could go on for pages of detail. However, the right people know about this and we trust good will come from it.

Absolutely NO recommendation here. There are much better breeders that are worth the research and time before making a purchase. There are no regrets on our purchase, we got a puppy out of a nasty situation. 

i want to rebut Atlanta ga. Complaints regarding this breeder i purchased a puppy from her and im very happy and took hin to my vet. Who said he was very well bred puppy healthy and i showed my friends in Tenn. and Augusta after seeing mine each one purchased 1 also they to are very happy i highly recommend heart of Dixie poodles to anyone her complaint is so off