Priceless Pups Company lied and misrepresented themselves RIPOFF Tacoma Washington
Margaret Graham of Tender Loving Puppies had two solid red female Shih Tzu puppies for sale. On the evening of July 7, 2005, I contacted her by email about the darkest one. I asked her where she was located and she responded she lived in San Antonio, which was very close to where I live. I told her that I had a friend that lived close to her and could pick up the puppy for me. She never told me anything otherwise about where the puppy was located.
The next morning I had to drive to Oklahoma to pick up a different puppy from the airport. Because I would have no access to a computer or phone, I had that specific friend I told her about, contact her by email and by phone (more than once throughout the day) to let her know that I was going to buy that puppy when I arrived home that evening and to hold it for me. My friend asked her to please respond by either email or phone, and heard nothing back from Margaret the whole day.
When I arrived home that evening, I got an email from Margaret, stating that the puppy had been sold to someone else, but I could buy the other one. I was EXTREMELY hurt, but went ahead and paid the $1700 for the other lighter puppy.
After I had bought the puppy, I was informed by her friend, Stefanie White, of Priceless Pups, that the puppy was not Margarets, but hers. She said that she and Margaret had a 'deal' going between the two of them and the puppies were Stefanie's and WITH Stephanie, in Tacoma, Washington, but that Margaret was the one making the deal. I had to sign a contract with Margaret, and not Stefanie. The whole transaction was deceitful from the beginning.
However, Margaret was the one to send me pictures of the puppy from the 9th of July through the 17th of July. The puppy had a dark mask and was dark red.
Then, on the 17th of July, Stefanie (not Margaret)sent me a picture of 'my' puppy and it didn't have a black mask at all and looked very different from the photos that Margaret had sent me earlier.
I wrote Stefanie back and asked her to send me a picture of the two puppies side by side (plus the third puppy that she, herself, was keeping)so that I could see which one I was getting. I told her that the picture she sent me was not the same puppy as the pictures I had been receiving from Margaret. She sent me a picture ONLY of the first puppy I wanted and my puppy and NOT the third puppy I asked for.
I wrote her again and informed her that she didn't include the third puppy. Evidently I made her angry by asking for this picture and she was very offended by my asking for confirmation of the puppy I had bought for $1700.
Stefanie immediately called me on the phone and cussed me out and told me to never call or write to her again and that she wasn't going to deal with me anymore and to deal with Margaret instead. She was screaming at the top of her lungs and was very neurotic. She never gave me a chance to talk and immediately hung up after yelling at me. I tried to write her a month later, close to shipping time, and ask her about the paperwork that would be coming with the puppy on the plane, but she never returned my emails.
So, I wrote Margaret the same request, and she forwarded it to Stefanie, who AGAIN became EXTREMELY hostile and vicious in her emails and told me that she had blocked my emails and to never ask her anything again.
And not only was she hostile again, she refused to ship the puppy on the date that I asked for. She KNEW I had to drive four hours to get to the airport to pick it up and I was driving there on a Friday for another puppy. It would have made perfect sense to schedule the flight for this puppy the same day to prevent my having to stay overnight to get her puppy. But, she refused to ship that same day and not only that, she scheduled the flight for 10:38 the NEXT night, so I would have to stay TWO nights in a hotel or drive back both days and spend tons of gasoline and 16 hours of driving time to get both puppies.
I felt that I was deceived by both of these people from the beginning. Margaret was always cordial in her emails, but Stefanie acted like a wild, neurotic crazy woman that was on prozac. I will never deal with these two women again! And on a final note, the puppy that was supposed to be red (which is why I bought her for $1700) was beige/gold with black tips. If you deal with either one of these women, just make sure that they aren't working together on a deal or you will get screwed!
Robin
Borger, Texas
U.S.A.
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Pricelesspups
Tacoma,Washington,
U.S.A.
www.pricelesspups.net Has excellent references that you can contact personally!
#2REBUTTAL Owner of company
Sat, December 20, 2008
Hi This is Steffy Please contact my vet at 253 531 0454
Her Name is Dr Laura Lind she will be gald to talk to you about all the lies and mis truths people have posted about me on this forum.
here are jsut some of them and there are many many more over the years.
From: shyrah tharp
Subject: Mojo (Montana)
To: "PRICLESSPUPS" , shyshyluvy@gmail.com
Date: Thursday, December 18, 2008, 10:25 AM
Hi Stephanie,
I thought I would send some updated pics of our little guy. He is still just a joy. He is such a snuggler, and has never once been aggressive towards...well anyone! He and our kitty wrestle around and play together it's so cute! It took her a while to get used to him, but he was so patient and gentle to her that she finally gave in and decided to be friends. Anyways I thought you might like some more pictures. :) Thanks again for the best dog we could have asked for!
Shyrah
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Say Hello To Lacey All Grown Up Adult Shorkie Girl
From: xxxxxxxxx
Subject: updated pictuers of Lacey
To: "PRICLESSPUPS"
Date: Friday, December 19, 2008, 4:17 PM
Hi Stef-
I wanted to send you updated pictures of Lacey! She is such a good sweet dog with a great personality. She is my constant companion and mommy's girl. I cannot believe she is almost one years old now! Thank you so much for raising great puppies! I saw your website and my fingers are crossed that Obama will pick one of your Shorkies! He would be silly not to! I hope everything is going well for you. Have a great Holiday and enjoy the pictures.
xoxox,
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Say Hello to Dink!
Say Hell To Bella all grown Up Adult Shorkie
Barb is an amazing puppy parent and has a miracle story she shares.
From: barb@bellabandanas.com
Subject: pictures of Bella!
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, December 18, 2008, 1:11 PM
Steffy,
Hi! I just wanted to send you updated pictures of Bella! She is still the cutest thing in the world!! I hope that you are doing well, let me know what you think of the pictures.
Love, barb
Barb Gunselman
Bling it on! LLC
Embellishing boutique
610-696-6996
www.blingitonme.com
Bella Bandanas
Custom designed swarovski crystal bandanas
http://www.bellabandanas.com
484-433-6844
Adult shorkie boy all grown up!
GOOOO eagles!!!!!!!!!
From: Andrea Sealy
Subject: Dink
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 4:15 PM
Steffy,
I just wanted to update you on Dink (Vegas). I am SO happy with my baby. We just celebrated his 1st birthday on October 18. We had a birthday party and my whole family came over. My friend Kate just got Chickie Poo and she is in love. Dink has had such a positive affect on our lives. I can never thank you enough for your honest and positive practices. You are not a breeder, you are a born puppy mommy! Dink is my first child and I could not thank you enough for that.
God Bless,
Andy
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From: Dana
Subject: Emailing: Zoie golfing
To: "Steffy"
Date: Monday, November 17, 2008, 10:06 PM
Hi Steffy, Here is a photo of Zoie going to play golf with me. She rides down in the seat. She has been an absolute Godsend for me. WE love her so much . My neice and her family are looking to get one of your babies in the Spring. Steffy, you are right about Shorkies being the best dog in the world! Can't tell you how much we are enjoying Zoie. Love, Dana
From: smk2029@optonline.net
Subject: Re: Charlie
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2008, 8:47 AM
Hi Steffy, I just wanted to write you to thank you for providing us with such a great dog. When I first spoke with you I expressed my concerns with temperament. Our last dog become very aggressive and bite my daughter and others. You assured me that your puppies all have great temperament, and you were right. I was not sure what to expect at the airport ,but everything went fine. We got him home and with in two days it was like he lived with us forever. Over the next few months I did have some questions that you answered and followed up to see how we were doing. He is a such a love. We could never imagine him not being a part of our family.
The Kraemer Family
From: Linzie or little anthony
Subject: Fw: Re: New Adoption
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, November 14, 2008, 6:04 AM
hi steffy,
sorry i sent that last email by mistake :) Berry is doing great..he has a new name now...Jumba. I'm sending two pictures...one of him and my son and one after his first hair cut :) I just had him weighed yesterday at the vet and he is a healthy 7 lbs :) He's been perfectly healthy since the day we got him. everytime we go into the vet the girls just go crazy over him! He's so smart and just got the best character!! he fits right into our family :) thank you so much for this wonderful little guy.
we'll keep in touch......
xo
lindsay
Say Hello to Badger!!!
From: Ronnie
Subject: Re: New Adoption
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Monday, November 10, 2008, 12:04 PM
hey stephanie: Badger is doing great he is sitting outside on the porch right now, he loves it outside, friday we took him down to the lake he didn't do much in the water, and last night we walked him down to a park near our house that has a stream and he went in alittle, today we did the same and he jumped in and ran though the water getting himself all wet and then of course found all the dirt he could and rolled in it... he sure has grown came at 7lbs getting ready to get him fixed and tonight is our 3rd dog obiedence class.. he had not been the star pupil, as he has a mind of his own... but is very sweet and gives margaret her puppy kisses daily..
here are a couple of pics of him, margaret was home with him on halloween but she didn't put him in his vampire costume but we will takes some pics of him in it and send them as well..
Ron
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From: Jennifer
Subject: RE: New Adoption
To: "PRICLESSPUPS"
Date: Monday, October 27, 2008, 8:43 AM
Steffy!!!! Once again you have amazed me. I love little billie so much, its not even funny!!! I cannot wait to send you some pictures. My sister Emily moved to the bay area and right now I have Monty, Buttercup, and little Billie all playing in my living room. Its a sight to die for!!! Too cute. OMG I will send you pictures A.S.A.P. You are the best breeder and not to mention a very classey and awesome woman to work with. I adore you!!!
Thank you so much Steffy!!!! Your the best!!!
xoxoxo
Pics on the way...I promise!!!
Jenny
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From: Christine
Subject:
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 4:57 PM
Hi Steffy,
Thought I'd give you a little update on Rondo along with a few new pics taken today after his first grooming. He is doing really well. He is the most loveable little dog I've ever seen. He hasn't met a person or other animal he doesn't like. He loves the outdoors and could spend hours outside chasing the leaves and sniffing around the yard. We couldn't be happier with him.
Take care.
Chris
From: Lori
Subject: NICO/JACKSON
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2008, 3:27 PM
Hi Steffy,
As promised, here are some very recent pictures of Nico/Jackson. The Golden in one of the pictures is Aksel. He and Aksel are the best of friends and many times, Aksel is Nico's favorite bed to sleep on. Hope you enjoy the pictures.
Cheers!
Lori
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Say Hello to Chewie She is now an all grown up
Adult shorkie picture Of Chewie
"marcieshomes"
Hello!
I was just taking a look at your website, which I haven't done in a long time, and thought I should drop you a line to let you know how Chewie (aka Sabrina) is doing.
Chewie has been a absolute joy. She has a personality of a little person. From the time she came home she was always crazy about bouncy balls. I think we have probably gone through a hundred of them by now! From the very second she wakes up in the morning, she immediately runs for her ball, goes outside to do her business and brings it back in with her and expects that someone plays with her, tossing it to her, all day long. There seriously is NEVER a time that she does not have it with her. If company comes over, she brings the ball to them and sets it by their feet so they can join in and toss it to her. She catches it in mid air like a frisbee. It actually gets a little exhausting, to the point where we have to hide her ball every now and then, but then she pouts - so that doesn't last very long.
She is best friends with the cat as well. . She LOVES car rides, and being in real estate and doing a lot of running around, she goes everywhere with me. She is a FANTASTIC trip dog. She has driven to NC about 4 1/2 hours and was no problem at all.
I couldn't be happier with her, and someday down the road, I hope to add to the family with another Shorkie.
I'm attatching a few pictures of Chewie, and as you can see, her ball is always present!! Hope all is going well with you and the puppies.
Eva & Jessie
"marcieshomes"
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From: Wendy
Subject: From Wendy in California
To: "PRICLESSPUPS"
Date: Friday, August 22, 2008, 2:28 PM
Hi Stephy,
We adopted "Sasha" now Daisy from you this spring. Daisy is now 6
months old and weights almost 9lbs (which is exactly what I wanted)!
She is such a sweet loving girl. She is fully housebroken and has
graduated from puppy training class. We took her with us on vacation
to Lake Tahoe this summer. She was very well behaved and we couldn't
imagine not having her with us. I am a proud mom and am sending you a
picture of her with her first haircut. You were right she is a
beautiful gold color! I am also sending a timeline of photos for
others to see the evolution of a beautiful dog and a loving
companion. You have brought our family a tremendous amount of love
and joy.
xo-Wendy
TWO OF OUR ADULT SHORKIE BABIES ALL GROWN UP!
Cruz and Jaggar
This is what our shorkies look like all grown up in a PUPPY CUT!
From: Jaime
Subject: cute picture!
To: "PRICLESSPUPS"
Date: Monday, June 23, 2008, 3:27 PM
Hi Steffy! Jon took the cutest picture of Cruz (Denver) and Jaggar the
other day and I wanted to pass it along to you!
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Say hello to Olive All Grown Up
Solid Chocolate Shorkie Girl
From: Brian
Subject: Olive
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Monday, August 18, 2008, 7:54 PM
Hi Stef, She is now 10 months old. She has finally hit 5lbs. She is the most
spoiled little girl you have ever seen. She goes to work with me everyday and
more people come in to see her than to see me. I am going to put a sign in
the window on the days she is in. I have had a few e-mails from your potential
parents. All I can tell them is I will be buying another one someday from you
and we LOVE our little Olive.
Alice/Valdez
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Say hello to Brutus full grown shorkie and new brother Murphy
From: Dawn
Subject: From Darrel & Carol
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 5:47 AM
Hi Stef,
We are so very happy with our sweet little Murphy. It was definitely worth the wait for our special delivery.
Here are some pictures of Murphy and his big brother Brutus (a.k.a. King). They absolutely loved each other, and got along great together.
We will recommend you to anyone looking for a wonderful breeder, and such a caring person.
Can't thank you enough for all you have done for us.
Keep in touch,
Love, Darrel, Carol & Murphy
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Say hello to Rhondo
Chocolate and white shorkie
From: Christine
Subject: Rondo
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Sunday, August 3, 2008, 10:54 AM
Hi Steffy,
I thought I'd give you an update on Rondo. He has settled in really well. He and Wes play like brothers; sometimes it's just fun and then at times they get a little rough but they do enjoy each other's company. They often play tug of war over a toy they both want. My daughter found them sleeping together in Wes' bed the other day. Rondo is eating and sleeping well. I took him to the vet last week where of course they all fell in love with him.
I've sent along a few pictures. In the one of him sleeping he is actually sacked out on one of our end tables. He likes to crawl up there from the couch. I think it must feel cool on his belly. He is certainly a loveable little guy and he gives and gets lots of kisses.
I'll keep you posted on how he's doing. Hope you have a good day. It's been way too hot and muggy here.
Take care.
Chris
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Say Hello to Monty black and white shorkie boy
From: Jennifer
Subject: my letter
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2008, 8:58 PM
Hi Steffy,
I hope your having a wonderful weekend! I just wanted to take the time to write you and tell you how grateful I am to have been sent in your direction to my purchase my first puppy. It all started when I went to visit my sister Emily in Los Angeles. I met her puppy 'Buttercup' for the first time and I instantly fell in love, she had nothing but wonderful things to say about you. She gave me your contact information and I filled out an adoption form as soon as I got back in town. You contacted me immediately and told me about a little puppy named Monty that you had. As soon as I saw his picture I knew he was the one.
The whole adoption process was so simple and so easy. Monty was my first puppy and I was definitely ready for the responsibility. I couldn't have asked for a better breeder, you are so responsible and care so much for these babies.
When Monty arrived he was a little shaky at first, but after a few minutes he warmed up to me and gave me nothing but kisses and wags of his tail on the ride home. He has become my little love bug, I couldn't have asked for a better dog. He amazes me everyday with his love.
I feel so fortunate to have him. So, thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!!!!
And I cannot wait for the arrival of my second fur baby!!!! Like you say, your website is so addicting its not even funny!!
Thanks again Steffy you are a wonderful person! God Bless!
xoxoxoxoxox
Jenny
I attached a few photos for you.
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Say Hello to Lexie
chocolate and white shorkie
From: Medha
Subject: Lexie Shah!!!!
To: "PRICLESSPUPS"
Date: Monday, August 18, 2008, 6:26 PM
Dear Steffy,
How are you hon? Long time no talk. Just wanted to touch base and tell you how UNBELIEVABLE our little baby Lexie is! She is beyond sweet, gorgeous and so playful. She makes me smile and laugh every day. As we speak she is playing joyfully with her many toys -- gallivanting around the living room like the princess she is. She eats okay, loves anyone that comes over, learns so quickly and honestly, I don't know how, but she just gets more and more adorable everyday!!!! Walking Lexie is a red-carpet-experience -- you can't make it a block without being stopped by people who want to gush over her. She turns heads everywhere she goes. Most importantly though, she showers me with her love every chance she gets. I was so worried about getting a puppy with my busy lifestyle -- but you reassured me about Lexie's sweet and easy-to-train personality. And you were right!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you for this amazing addition to our family!! We are so lucky to have met you and to have gotten Lexie!!
With love,
Palak, Medha and baby-Lexie!!
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Puppy Parents and References 2008
Meet Benji!!!! Chocolate Shorkie Boy
Dear Steffy :
I am writing you, as testament to your wonderful company and fantastic puppies !
I am the proud "mama" of a new fur baby - Benji born 04/29/2008.
Let me start first, by saying I am completely satisfied with your service to us animal lovers !
From the beginning (and I did TONS of research) you have been professional, courteous, honest and sincere both in listening to me but also helping me to find my own answers in my own heart.
Never, did I feel pressure or feel wary of your guidance. You, Steffy , made me feel comfortable and secure in outlining my needs and desires, and assisted me in narrowing the choices until it came time for my final decision.
Unfortunately, there are sites out here who's poor integrity and business practices are apparently absent in dealing with the public. I'm so grateful that I let me instincts lead me to quickly exiting their sites and seeking others, until I found you. In my research, I contacted numerous breeders of all sorts of dogs, several veterinarians all of whom referred me to Priceless Pups.
You have an impeccable reputation and all of the past customers I contacted had nothing but positive things to say of you and the puppies.
Next, your love of animals shows. Not only in speaking with you, but the knowledge you have of each and every Animal Parent or adoptive parent that have dealt with you and Priceless Pups.
You policy is clear and concise, you have always either answered me via email - phone - or return message without fail.
From pre-natal updates to final delivery, you kept me informed and was always patient with my numerous questions.
Well -the day came for Benji to arrive via plane - and as terrified as I was of this trauma for him, he appeared unscathed and none the worse for wear. You & I both shed tears that day and I will never forget it ! Our connection is complete Sissy !
My little baby came clean, soft, shiney, healthy & a little frightened. But within 2 minutes of removing him from the pet carried, he was wiggling and kissing and snuggly - all things I relate to your constant attention and socializing. He has had a whirlwind first few days of new sights, smells, people, other animals (dogs,cats & ferrets) and shows no fear in any situation.
Benji is a much loved, greatly anticipated new addition to my crew and I can't imagine life as it was, without him, already !
Thank you for a wonderful experience, Steffy. Keep up your wonderful work - May God Bless you a thousand fold !
I would be more than glad to share my experiences with anyone - right now, I've got to hug and love-up my fur baby !
Sincerely,
Deb Frank (Hamburg, NY)
"Complete Testing Services Inc."
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Say Hello To Ronin
Fuzzy Wuzzy Teddy Bear Puppy
From: Sarah
Subject: Buski
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2008, 1:23 PM
Hi Steffy,
My husband David and I adopted Buski in February, and I wanted to send you an update and some pictures. We renamed him Ronin, and he is the cutest little puppy ever! As you can tell, he has been keeping us very busy. We took him to a puppy class in the spring, and he loved being around all of the other dogs. He is so friendly that he will walk up to complete strangers and roll over onto his back as if to say Come on, rub my belly already.
David and I couldn't be happier with our new family member. Here are a couple of pictures from a recent weekend trip to the lake. Ronin loves to hang out on the boat!
Hope all is well. I love the new videos you have on your site.
Sarah
MEET OZZY!
A Teddy Bear Fuzzy Wuzzy
July 2nd 2008
From ;
"Jeff"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Hi Steffy!
Hope you're having a great summer! Wanted to share some photos of Ozzy (AKA Kirby). He's doing great and we love the little guy! He's become the center of attention in our family. We went through quite the transition in the beginning but we hung in there and so glad we did. We sent him off to puppy boot camp for five weeks. There they trained him all the basic commands and worked with him in public places and so on. When we got him back he was a more mature well mannered pup. Great experience for us all!
I want to Thank you for EVERYTHING! You were so supportive and very helpful with the whole process of purchasing our little guy and I'm sooo glad I bought from you rather then the other terrible breeder we almost went with locally. By the way we settled for getting half our deposit back to avoid taking her to court. Better than nothing but was all still worth giving up to be able to work with someone as great as you. You know your stuff when it comes to these dogs and I will recommend you to anyone looking to purchase any of the pups you sell. You're a class act!
We'll keep you updated and send you new pics of Ozzy as he continues to grow/mature. Right now he's a little over 6 months old as the happy picture of him shows and he's now at full grown size. He's at 11-12 lbs as you said he would be. The perfect size for us and our kid's!
All our best to you and your family! Please pass on the photos to his breeder in St. Louis . Thanks again for everything!
Love ya!
~Tracey and Jeff
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Say hello to Lola
fuzzy wuzzy teddy bear
From: Molly
Subject: Lola (Sweety)
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008, 1:09 PM
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Hi Steffy,
I just wanted to let you know that Lola is doing great. She is so
cute and we are absolutely in love with her. Even the small dog
skeptics can't keep their hands off her. Potty training is going
great...a few mishaps but very few. Here are some up dated pictures.
Thanks so much
Molly and Zack
Say Hello to Stormy and Teddy bear fuzzy wuzzy
From: Brian and Janet
Subject: Stormy Update
To: pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2008, 1:08 PM
Hello Steph! Here's the latest picture of stormy after her first haircut. We had to do it because it's just been so hot here in texas she couldn't stand it!
She is a joy to our home and family. She absolutely LOVES all people! Thanks so much for the early socializing you and your family did with her. She is just a little social butterfly and loves to go EVERYWHERE with us and everyone falls in love with her immediately. She loves to play with her toys and my flip flops! She even goes to her toy basket and gets them out to play. She is so soft and cuddly and loves to snuggle. She is a FANTASTIC addition to our family!!
Thanks a ton for our little baby bear!!
The Ramirez Family
Say Hello to Emma full grown black shorkie and Cooper solid white shih tzu
Hi Stephanie,
Just wanted to update you on Emma and Cooper and show you some
recent pics. The pups were @ the vet for vaccinations yesterday.
Emma is 11 lbs. Cooper is
12 lbs. They are both completely spoiled and so sweet. Emma is a
diva and Cooper is happy-go-lucky. They both love everyone! I look
at the website and want another one, but 4 kids, 2 dogs, a cat and a
hampster keep us pretty busy, so I'll stop with 2. (for now!)
Hope all is well for you and your family.
Karen
Meet Gracie
shorkie girl
From:
"Mecklin "
To:
"PRICLESSPUPS"
Hi Steffy,
I wanted to give you an update on Gracie. I have had her almost a month and she is a wonderful pup! I love her so much and she is the best looking puppy around! She is 99% potty trained to go outside and she is so playful and fun. She is sleeping through the night and of course she is sleeping in our bed. I know, I could not stand it so I let her be an extra person in the bed!!!! She is great with kids and has become wonderful friends with our English Bulldog, Gunny who is 60lbs. They are so cute together and she really pushes his buttons all the time with all of her energy. I could not have asked for a better breeder. You really have been the best help along the way and I feel like I am fully prepared trying to raise a puppy.
I wanted to also write about an incident that happened to me recently. It would be good for people to read about when thinking about adopting a puppy from any random person. One of our neighbors adopted a MaltiPoo at 8 weeks old the day after I brought Gracie home. They adopted him from a local breeder that was not well known and only paid $300. Two days after getting him home, he became really ill and it was determined he had Parvo. She called me so upset since he had been around little Gracie but since she was from such a great, safe breeder, I called you just to make sure, but I knew she would be ok since she was up to date on her shots and had been looked after for 3 months to make sure she was healthly before coming to me. The MaltiPoo puppy was in the hospital for a week and came home and is doing great now but that was such a scare to the owners and a great lesson to learn, that you should only adopt puppies from well known, dependable breeders such as yourself.
Thanks again for all of your help and keep up the good work. I have attached some updated pics of Gracie. Enjoy!
Mecklin
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Miss Zoie
From:
"Dana"
To:
"Steffy"
Steffy,Zoie is a doll. She has gotten evenn more blond.She is our life and we love her sooooooooooooo much Even her vet calls her the princess.She is really a good dog and has been relatively easy to train. She goes potty outside, eats pretty well, but wants me to hand feed her and loves to play. We nap together on the floor and when she wakes up she gets me up to take her outside. What a little doll! Thanks for everything, Dana
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Dolce Update
Dolce is a full grown shorkie
Saturday, June 7, 2008 2:05 PM
From:
"dana"
To:
"Stephanie White"
Hi Steffy,
I hope you are doing well. I just wanted to let you know that I am giving your contact information to my groomer. Everytime I bring Dolce in to get her hair done the groomer has several customers asking for your contact information...everyone loves her!
My little Dolce is doing well...adjusting to becoming a big sister though! I had a baby boy at the end of April and she is still figuring out the baby and not being the center of attention all the time. She will always be my little girl though! Here are some photos of her checking out the baby.
Take care, Dana
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Sophie (lucy)
shorkie girl
Friday, May 30, 2008 3:39 PM
From:
"michele"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Steffy,
Here are some pics of our little Sophie formerly Lucy on your site (Lucy). She is just wonderful and I have recommended you to several people. You will proably be getting a lot of calls from Kentucky. Everywhere we go we get stopped and people just ooh and aah over her! Madison loves her so much and she has been a great companion for our only child. She is now 15 weeks old and is doing very well now with the potty training, she goes to the back door when she needs to go. She loves people, especially kids!!
Thanks so much,
Michele Tabor
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Zoie
shorkie girl
Thursday, May 1, 2008 10:59 PM
From:
"Dana"
"Steffy"
GoodMorningSteffy,
My Zoie is the smartest puppy in the world. After we started doing as you said, she has had only successes. She slept in her crate all night and didn't cry, up, potty's outside, ate like a little pig, got cleaned up. played and now asleep in her crate.What a joy! I couldn't have askeed for a better fur baby! xoxoxox's
Dana & Zoie
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Meet Daisy!
Shorkie girl
From:
"Wendy"
To:
"PRICLESSPUPS"
Hi Steffy,
Sasha is now Daisy. She's adorable! She is calm and easy going. We went to the vet today and all was well. Daisy loves her crate during the day but cries in her crate at night. The vet gave us some tips so we will work on it. Mom and Dad need as much training as Daisy! Thank you for the perfectly beautiful, healthy puppy! She is just what we wanted.
xo-Wendy
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Diva at 3 years old
full grown Morkie Girl
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 7:41 AM
From:
"Catherine"
To:
"PRICLESSPUPS"
Hi Steffy
Thought you would enjoy seeing our prima donna today! We adore her!!!
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Lucy's First Birthday
She is a Morkie
All grown up and when she first went home a year ago!
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 5:34 PM
From:
"xxxxxxxxxxxx"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Hi Stef,
Just wanted to let you know that Lucy turned one year old today. She has been such a blessing in my life. She's full of love and kisses. She loves to play also. Her favorite game is to chase the ball. I thought I would send you a few pictures of her. You may not recognize her being her color has changed so much through the year, so I sent a picture of her when she was just a baby also to hopefully jog your memory.
Anyway, she has really been a joy. I spoil her rotten because she deserves it.
Take Care and God Bless. Lynn Sabroff
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Mett Stitch
Full Grown Shorkie Boy
From:
"xxxxxxxxxxxxxx"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
HELLO STEFFY!
SORRY TOOK SO LONG TO WRITE, WILL STITCH IS DOING GREAT HE IS A YEAR OLD NOW AND HE IS SO SPOIL AND LOVE.
HE HAS A SPECIAL PERSONALITY, IN THE MORNINGS WHEN IS TIME TO DROP MY ELDEST DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL HE IS ALREADY WAITING IN THE DOOR SO WE COULD TAKE HIM, AND THAT IS THE FIRST THING HE DOES IN THE MORNING. MY DAUGHTER OPENS THE BACK DOOR SO HE COULD GO POTTY BUT HE WONT GO INTUL WE TAKE HIM TO SCHOOL WITH US, AS SOON AS WE COME BACK HE IS RUNNING TOWARS THE BACK DOOR TO GO POTTY. SO HE IS SO FUNNY HE PREFERS TO GO OUTSIDE THAN TO GO POTTY. HE IS A VERY SWEET DOG AND SMART. HE HAS SO MUCH FREEDOM CAMPARE TO OTHER DOGS EVER SINCE WE FIRST GOT HIM HE HAS NEVER BEEN IN A GRATE OR ANYTHING CLOSE TO A CAGE. HE GOT USE TO SLEEPING IN HIS OWN IRON CAST DAY BED HE HAS ALWAYS RUN AROUND ALL OVER THE HOUSE. I NEVER HAD TROUBLE WITH HIM STAYING PUT, HE ONLY GOES OUTSIDE TO POTTY AND ALSO HE NEVER TAKES HIS VITAMINS HE HATES THEM , THERE IS NO WAY POSSIBLE FOR HIM TO TAKE THEM I TRIE EVERYTHING MIXING IT WITH HIS FOOD, THAT DOESN'T WORK. ALSO IN HIS WATER AS SOON AS HE LOOKS AT THAT WATER HE KNOWS THERE IS SOMETHING IN THERE, SO HE WOULD GO ALL DAY LONG WITHOUT DRINKING THE WATER. OHH WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY ABOUT THIS LITTLE BOY, EVERYBODY LOVES HIM ONE OF MY DAUGHTER IS OBSSES WITH HIM SHE WANTS TO CARRY HIM ALL THE TIME AND HOLD HIM ON HER LAPS. HE NEVER BARKS UNLESS A STRANGER IS IN THE FRONT DOOR, BUT AS SOON AS I OPEN THE DOOR HE BECOMES THE STRANGERS BEST FRIEND.
I WILL GIVE YOU MORE UPDATES ON MY BEAUTIFUL BABY BOY STITCH LATER ON IN A FEW WEEKS,
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING.
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Meet Channel
shorkie girl
Monday, April 7, 2008 2:01 AM
From:
"Stephanie"
To:
"PRICLESSPUPS"
Hi Steffy,
How are you? Just wanted to give you an update on Chanel. She is very SPOILED!!!! Chanel is really amazing and everyone loves her. She has adjusted really well, she sleeps in her crate all night without crying. She also follows me around all day and she loves to snuggle. Chanel is also very smart. Whenever I take her for a walk everyone stops me to see her. I gave some people your website. THANK YOU so much for everything. I will send you more pictures as Chanel gets older. I will keep in touch
Thank You again
Stephanie
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Gracie
Tuesday, January 15, 2008 7:50 PM
From:
"xxxxxxxxxxxxx"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Hi Stephanie:
We are so sorry it has taken us so long to correspond with you. Diane and I are so pleased to report that Gracie is doing just great. She now weighs a whopping two pounds! Her hair is growing and it looks as though her color is lightening.
We had a great trip back to San Diego after we left you at the airport in Seattle. First of all, Gracie was the star of the Seattle airport until our flight left late that afternoon. Once on board the airplane, she slept in Diane's arms all the way to SD.
Once we arrived home, she spent a few days surveying her new turf but is now firmly in place as the "diva" of our household. Seriously, she has the sweetest personality and disposition, bar none and is capable of some serious cuddly periods a couple of times a day.
She checked out great during her first Vet's visit and was the star of the show there as well. Everyone who sees her has to comment on how cute she is. Diane & I, of course, do not argue that point. She is learning to walk on a leash (sort of) but, after some trepidation, is now enjoying the half block walk all the way down to the mailbox. She always walks on the right, except for the zig zags to grab leaves or other attention getters.
We are working with a trainer to help us get the basics down and we are so proud to report that she can already sit, stay & down (most of the time). She earns treats like a seasoned veteran! Even our trainer said, "she is so cute". We are slowly re-acclimating ourselves and our home to "puppy energy" and it is a true labor of love.
We could not be happier with her and we wanted to thank you so much for your tender care and good advice so we could get started so nicely.
We hope all is well with you.
Best regards,
Gary & Diane & Gracie
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Meet Cruz
Shorkie Boy
Tuesday, January 15, 2008 11:51 AM
From:
"Jaime"
To:
"PRICLESSPUPS"
Hi Steffy! We absolutely love Cruz. He is the sweetest, most playful puppy and we are having so much fun with him. He stands up to Jaggar and already steals his toys from him- it is so funny to watch! He also never cries or whines at night which is really a blessing! Thank you so much for everything, we hope you like the pictures!
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Jaime
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Ellie!
Sunday, January 13, 2008 10:36 AM
From:
"Nicole"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Dear Steph,
This is Nicole from edmonton, im sorry i have taken so long to send you a picture of my baby!!she is so amazing! i love her so much! here is here photo with Santa!!
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Skipper
Shorkie Boy
Elizabeth
To:
"'PRICLESSPUPS'"
Hi Steffy, we think our little guy's name is Skipper (I'm not a fan of that name, so I'm still holding out for something else). In the meantime, we have all sorts of cute, adoring names we call him. He is wonderful so unbelievably cute and friendly, and very spunky! He is a crack up with our big labradoodle he loves to jump up and try to grab Boomer's tail, and they have a great time wrestling together. My initial fears were unwarranted, and Boomer seems to know intuitively how to control is vastly bigger size. Skipper does great in his crate at night, he's a good eater, and very healthy. We are having so much fun with him. I'm attaching a picture I took today. I will send more as he gets bigger (right now he's just over 2lbs). Thanks for everything! Elizabeth
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"Griffy"
shorkie boy
Wednesday, January 9, 2008 1:11 AM
"mandy"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Hiya Steffy,
I saw that William had sent you a message, so i thought i would send one myself just to personally thank you. You must be one amazing woman to raise such wonderful pups. Griffy, now known as Maximus Griffin Smith, is the sweetest, cutest, sneaky, loving, cuddling little dude ever !!!! All the way to the airport my nerves were on edge, i was scared he would be so frightened, but he seemed fine once we got him. Max was just a little shaky, so i wrapped him in the blanky i bought for him and i just held him close and i just softly talked to him until he stopped shaking.
The past couple weeks with this baby have just been the sweetest. He is the first thing i look for when i get home from work at night. And there he will be, in his play pen just waiting. He truly is a sweety. I cant thank you enough !!! Our daughters , as well as our Pitt Patches just love him. Right now as i type this to you, i have Max in my lap, he's sleeping.
Its like having a new baby, well without the nursing and crying....haha
Anyways, thank you once again. You are going to bring amazing joy into so many lives with your priceless pups.
Take Care and we will talk to you soon,
The family of Maximus (Griffy)
William, Miranda, Madison, Ashley and Patches
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Pictures of Wes
shorkie boy
Tuesday, January 8, 2008 7:50 PM
From:
"Christine"
To:
pricelesspups@yahoo.com
Hi Steffy
Here are the pictures of Wes I promised a few weeks ago. Sorry it took so long to get them to you. He is so much fun to have around. Not a day goes by that he doesn't make us laugh with something he has done. Today he ended up in my daughter's wastebasket head first with just his hind legs sticking out the top. I guess he was checking out what she had in there. He uses the pee pads pretty well although he likes the edge and doesn't realize that sometimes he isn't on it far enough. He also thinks it's great fun to grab the edge in his mouth and run across the room with it. He goes back to the vet on Friday for his next round of shots. I'm sure he'll do just fine.
Hope all is well with you! Hope you like the pics.
Chris
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Montana (Mojo)
Shorkie Boy
Monday, January 7, 2008 7:41 AM
From:
"shyrah"
To:
"PRICLESSPUPS"
Steffy,
Sorry it's taken me this long to write to you! With all the holidays it was a little hectic, but thank goodness it's slowd down since then! :) The kids were absolutely thrilled about our new little baby. We had him waiting out by the Christmas tree when they woke up, and they didn't think he was theirs. They asked us if it was our friends dog. When we told them he was ours, they were soooo excited. My son and daughter both to this day have said he is the best Christmas present either one of them has ever had. He is the sweetest little guy. He loves to play with us, and loves to cuddle. He barks only when we're playing, when he tries to act tough. It's so cute!! We couldn't have asked for a better puppy for our family. Thank you so much for everything. You really made it a very comfortable process, and I really appreciate your accomidating when we wanted to pick him up. Best wishes to you and your family, and the new babies to come! Happy New Year!
Shyrah
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Meet Tinka
Shorkie girl
Erica
Wed, 16 Jan 2008 12:39:31 -0500
Hi Steffy
Just wanted to send you some pictures of Tinkerbell "Tinka" and thank
you for sending us such a wonderful fur baby! She is doing wonderful
and has fit into our family perfectly! Tinka and our boston Molly
have become best friends laying together and sharing bones. She had a
perfect check up at the vet and is adjusting very well to our family.
Thank you for taking the time to talk to me and answer my questions
making sure we got the perfect puppy for our family. Everyone who
meets Tinka comments on how friendly she is - thank you for raising
such wonderful fur babies. I will make sure to send new pictures as
she grows.
XOXO
Erica and Family
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Update On Adult Shorkie
xxxxxxxxx
Tue, 01 Jan 2008 23:11:53 -0500
Hey Stef
Happy New Year! I wanted to send you some updated photos of Maggie Mae. She is almost 15 months now and has passed all her obedience classes, including Canine Good Citizen. I think Maggie wants to be a therapy dog, or at least spend some of her time giving back to the community. I love her more each day; not quite sure how it's possible, but I do! She's amazing and the best addition to my life and I thank you again (for the millionth time) for breeding such dollbabies. We will be looking to get Mag a little brother or sister in the next year hopefully. Here are some pics of summertime, her 1st birthday party, Halloween, and Christmas! Enjoy and take care!
~Jessica