Complaint Review: Mike Burgwald - Burgwald Kennels - Gaithersburg Maryland

It's funny that a person that knows nothing about me personally can call me a "hot head". I have tried for two years to resolve this issue with Mr. Burgwald. I am raising a family and living life and do not have the means to fight someone in court. I was very clear with Mr. Burgwald that all I wanted was the blue slip in an effort to resolve this matter. I have not made any unreasonable demands, simply asked for a blue slip on a replacement puppy. Do not judge me! Mr. Burgwald promised the blue slip and has gone back on HIS word. I have done nothing wrong! I now want to remove my report, which I have been informed is impossible, in an effort to assist the puppy's new owners in getting the blue slip. Mr. Burgwald refuses to provide the blue slip, sending them an email, which was forwarded to me, telling them that "as soon as I remove my report he will be happy to send the blue slip". Funny how suddenly I'm the bad guy! I'm not a "hot-head", in fact, far from it. I simply am trying to assist the new owners in getting the blue slip that Mr. Burgwald promised to them. I personally want this whole thing to be resolved and made every attempt to do so with Mr. Burgwald. Mr. Burgwald blocked our email accounts and does not answer any telephone messages. Any suggestions from anyone would be greatly appreciated; however, don't judge someone you do not know. I have been factual and honest in all statements. Unless you have proof otherwise, let's not throw stones. In fact, I am removing myself completely from this situation and must, for my own personal reasons, insisit that the new owners proceed as necessary. Best wishes in resolving this matter. I encourage others who read postings on this site to be cautious in making comments about people they know nothing about personally. Isn't this site about posting facts? It's a public board to post information, information on bad business transactions, not a place to call people names and pass judgement on them. Thank you. D.J.

It's funny that a person that knows nothing about me personally can call me a "hot head". I have tried for two years to resolve this issue with Mr. Burgwald. I am raising a family and living life and do not have the means to fight someone in court. I was very clear with Mr. Burgwald that all I wanted was the blue slip in an effort to resolve this matter. I have not made any unreasonable demands, simply asked for a blue slip on a replacement puppy. Do not judge me! Mr. Burgwald promised the blue slip and has gone back on HIS word. I have done nothing wrong! I now want to remove my report, which I have been informed is impossible, in an effort to assist the puppy's new owners in getting the blue slip. Mr. Burgwald refuses to provide the blue slip, sending them an email, which was forwarded to me, telling them that "as soon as I remove my report he will be happy to send the blue slip". Funny how suddenly I'm the bad guy! I'm not a "hot-head", in fact, far from it. I simply am trying to assist the new owners in getting the blue slip that Mr. Burgwald promised to them. I personally want this whole thing to be resolved and made every attempt to do so with Mr. Burgwald. Mr. Burgwald blocked our email accounts and does not answer any telephone messages. Any suggestions from anyone would be greatly appreciated; however, don't judge someone you do not know. I have been factual and honest in all statements. Unless you have proof otherwise, let's not throw stones. In fact, I am removing myself completely from this situation and must, for my own personal reasons, insisit that the new owners proceed as necessary. Best wishes in resolving this matter. I encourage others who read postings on this site to be cautious in making comments about people they know nothing about personally. Isn't this site about posting facts? It's a public board to post information, information on bad business transactions, not a place to call people names and pass judgement on them. Thank you. D.J.

It's funny that a person that knows nothing about me personally can call me a "hot head". I have tried for two years to resolve this issue with Mr. Burgwald. I am raising a family and living life and do not have the means to fight someone in court. I was very clear with Mr. Burgwald that all I wanted was the blue slip in an effort to resolve this matter. I have not made any unreasonable demands, simply asked for a blue slip on a replacement puppy. Do not judge me! Mr. Burgwald promised the blue slip and has gone back on HIS word. I have done nothing wrong! I now want to remove my report, which I have been informed is impossible, in an effort to assist the puppy's new owners in getting the blue slip. Mr. Burgwald refuses to provide the blue slip, sending them an email, which was forwarded to me, telling them that "as soon as I remove my report he will be happy to send the blue slip". Funny how suddenly I'm the bad guy! I'm not a "hot-head", in fact, far from it. I simply am trying to assist the new owners in getting the blue slip that Mr. Burgwald promised to them. I personally want this whole thing to be resolved and made every attempt to do so with Mr. Burgwald. Mr. Burgwald blocked our email accounts and does not answer any telephone messages. Any suggestions from anyone would be greatly appreciated; however, don't judge someone you do not know. I have been factual and honest in all statements. Unless you have proof otherwise, let's not throw stones. In fact, I am removing myself completely from this situation and must, for my own personal reasons, insisit that the new owners proceed as necessary. Best wishes in resolving this matter. I encourage others who read postings on this site to be cautious in making comments about people they know nothing about personally. Isn't this site about posting facts? It's a public board to post information, information on bad business transactions, not a place to call people names and pass judgement on them. Thank you. D.J.

It's funny that a person that knows nothing about me personally can call me a "hot head". I have tried for two years to resolve this issue with Mr. Burgwald. I am raising a family and living life and do not have the means to fight someone in court. I was very clear with Mr. Burgwald that all I wanted was the blue slip in an effort to resolve this matter. I have not made any unreasonable demands, simply asked for a blue slip on a replacement puppy. Do not judge me! Mr. Burgwald promised the blue slip and has gone back on HIS word. I have done nothing wrong! I now want to remove my report, which I have been informed is impossible, in an effort to assist the puppy's new owners in getting the blue slip. Mr. Burgwald refuses to provide the blue slip, sending them an email, which was forwarded to me, telling them that "as soon as I remove my report he will be happy to send the blue slip". Funny how suddenly I'm the bad guy! I'm not a "hot-head", in fact, far from it. I simply am trying to assist the new owners in getting the blue slip that Mr. Burgwald promised to them. I personally want this whole thing to be resolved and made every attempt to do so with Mr. Burgwald. Mr. Burgwald blocked our email accounts and does not answer any telephone messages. Any suggestions from anyone would be greatly appreciated; however, don't judge someone you do not know. I have been factual and honest in all statements. Unless you have proof otherwise, let's not throw stones. In fact, I am removing myself completely from this situation and must, for my own personal reasons, insisit that the new owners proceed as necessary. Best wishes in resolving this matter. I encourage others who read postings on this site to be cautious in making comments about people they know nothing about personally. Isn't this site about posting facts? It's a public board to post information, information on bad business transactions, not a place to call people names and pass judgement on them. Thank you. D.J.

So now you are letting this guy Mike blackmail you? That's exactly what he's doing by saying he'll only send you what you want if you remove the postings. Now, I cannot say I agree with your postings. You sound like a rather hot-headed individual who has no patience and does not know how to work out issues in a constructive manner. It may be better for you and the breeder to work things out in small claims court rather than via email and public message boards.

Please remove all reports posted by Donna Johnson. Mike Burgwald refuses to send a blue slip on the replacement puppy until all reports are removed. I wish to do so so that the new owners may get the blue slip they deserve. God Bless Donna Johnson

Please only answer if you breed the Connie Corso italiano. Those of you who own Certified OFA/Pennhip dogs and even pre-tested dogs from FCI with hip scores already. My first question goes to the breeders who buy pre-tested dogs outside of the US, Do you re-test your dogs here in the US under OFA/Pennhip? My secound question goes to everyone with certified OFA/PENNHIP/pre-tested corsos, How many puppies are check pet and show quality for HD? And if not all why? And if yes what where the results? My third Question is if you produce a HD pup out of a litter from certified Sir & Dam do you keep him in the program even if you have not check ever pup in that litter for HD? And if the pair produce again another litter with atleast one pup with HD, do you again keep them both in your breeding program? Now for my last Question that will keep some of you from replying to, lol! How many of you have produce a HD pup from any of your breeding program certified stock? And why do some of you still continue to use those dogs? Remember I've been around for awhile and don't expect some of you to reply at all. My reason for asking these questions is because of all the talk about Displastic dog produce, Unethical breeder. And was wondering if a person produce a Dispastic dog does that make him or she a Unethical Breeder if they continue to use those dogs? Take care and as always God Bless! Mike Burgwald aka Burgwald kennel

Mr. Burgwald; I refuse to be called a lier. In fact I have every email you have ever sent and I did in fact send you proof of Drayke's neutering, a fact listed on the vet reports sent you, that you stated you received. Please review them again. I have spoken only the facts and the truth based on the information you spoke to me about and the information in your emails, Mike. NEVER, did Drayke ever jump from the window of any vehicle. He travels in my vehicle in a crate only, this is to avoid chewing or accidents from happening. I NEVER told you he injured himself in any way, you know that is a fact and I will not allow you to attempt to deface me when I have nothing but his and the pups best interests at heart. I have never bred dogs and have never claimed to be an expert in that area. I would never breed an animal without first doing extensive research and DNA testing. I have bred many horses in my lifetime and pride myself in being ethical in every aspect. You will not see me listed on any website of this nature with any unreputable statements made against me. True, I attempted multiple times to contact you in regard to the blue slip, all went unanswered and you stopped communicating with me via email or telephone. All certified letters sent to your address were returned after multiple attempts were made to deliver to you. It was only afte you blocked my emails and several telephone calls and certified letters went unanswered that I filed this complaint. I regretfully did so, as I generally am able to work issues out ammicably. Not in this case, and I made multiple attempts and went above and beyond what a buyer should have to in an effort to resolve this with you. I have had this pup for almost 1 year, Mike, and still have no way of registering her or anything. True, a great family up North purchased her from me, as un unregistered pup. However, they too have contacted you in regard to the pups blue slip. You promised in an email to them that you would be happy to send them the blue slip as soon as you received a letter from me advising to do so. I sent that the day they called me, the certified copy returned to me. You admit receiving the letter requesting to have the slip sent to Ken & Shelley so I dont' understand how our dispute should effect them negatively. If you send them a blue slip it will only benefit you, since they are eager to show her and have all the necessary training to make her the type of dog you say that you breed to produce. She is in the best possible place, as I had no intention of breeding her, as you claim, or of showing her. Horses are my thing, not dogs. Sadly, it turned to this, which was my last resort. This website was forwarded to me by ICCF, after I contacted them about a grievance against you. I don't have any intention of trying to ruin anyone, as you said, anyone that matters to you in this business, knows you. Is this why the breeder breeched contract and decided not to provide you the blue slip that you claim you now have. You refuse to send me the blue slip, that is fine, I don't need it. But you are only punishing yourself and the new owners. They had every intention of making the pup into something and every intention of spreading the word about this great and noble breed. Sadly I did receive Drayke with Hip Dysp. and he is doing great with the supplements and care he is receiving. Sending him back to you after having him for 11 months was a heartless request and I thought you were actually happy that we did not, and were not able to, just dispose of him because he became HD. We are not heartless and we fell in love with him the day he arrived at 8 weeks of age. You can't just expect our family to accept that he was being sent to his death by returning to you. We have hearts. We spent a couple thousand dollars having him professionally trained and made ethical decisions in order to ensure a safe and sound animal around our family. We were going to use him for search and rescue/cadaver work, which we disappointedly are now unable to do. We are the ones with the shattered dream. The pup has Panno, which we have learned is a developmental disorder that she will most likely grow out of. We have not asked for your sympathies, Mike, only what is right and ethical. Deny what you will, but don't put words in my mouth. Anyone will tell you that I am one of the most honest and straight forward people that they know. I tell it how it is and I don't claim to be anything I am not. I pray to the good Lord above that you will not punish the new owners simply because I spoke out due to your lack of communications. I made every attempts to trust your word. Don't you think it is a little rediculous that we have waited nearly a whole year to get a blue slip on a pup that should have arrived to us with one? Come on Mike, let's be fare here, and honest. My first choice was not to tell my story for others to read, I am not a hateful person, I have God in my heart. What is a person to do when all communication has ceased for months and they still don't have what was promised to them. Had you communicated these facts to us in the beginning than we wouldn't be here today. I will not fight with you or continue with this rediculous back and forth writing. The ball is in your court. You have the choice. If you do not plan to send the blue slip to the new owners, who's information you have, admittedly, please at least advise them so they can proceed as necessary. I spoke to them recently about their stallion and they mentioned the fact they had not heard from you either. You admitted getting my letter advising they are the new owners, so why are you punishing them? Let's be adults here, Mike. Honesty is a virtue! Dishonesty comes back in the form of evil one way or the other. Best wishes and I pray you make the right decision for the sake of the pup and her great owners who only want what is best for her and see great potential in her.

Donna, Again, we are very sorry that this pup didn't work out for you and your family. (FACT): Anyone who knows about breeding," knows that any two pair of good HD free dogs can throw a HD pup. (OUR CONCERN): It happen and for that reason you where offer a replacement pup or your MONEY BACK but in order to recieve your full refund in cash, we ask that you return to us the problem pup since you felt he was only a pet quality dog that you paid $750.00 for and wanted to breed him because you felt he was show quality. PLEASE! our pet quality just looks that good. (FACT) We are not money hungry as you made claims in your ripp-off report for all to read. You where told that we didn't have a replacement pup because we didn't just breed to produce pups for sale and that this was a plan breeding for us this year and that you would have to wait for a up coming litter which we have not yet thought about breeding at the time. (OUR CONCERN): You where also told that we where pulling Apollo from our program because of this issue of produceing a HD pup. { Which we did and he now live with a wonderful family in VA. } (FACT): You are a lier saying we still use him for stud in your ripp off report with nothing but criticism about me being money hungry which anyone who really knows me, knows this to be not true at all. (FACT): We do not breed litter after litter every year, we only breed when we are trying to improve our stock for showing, which we are very active in the show ring and have produce our own Champion. (FACT): To this date ! no other pup from your litter had or show signs of HD and we are very happy with the out come of the breeding, But have still pulled Apollo from our breeding program. (FACT): But no litter is perfect thats life, now for the true story of you and why you are really mad and came on here to file a report on rip-off. (FACT): The blue slip on your replacement pup which we have photos of her the day of shipping for all to see Because of your false claims she was not skinny or full of worms, but a healthy pup that was scared from a long airplane ride to Battle Ground, Washington. (FACT): You decided you didn't want to return your pup that we SOLD you that develope HD at such a young age,so we allow you to keep him and replace him with a show quality pup which you requested because of the issue with your first pup from us and we agree. (FACT): We e-mail & talk to you on the phone about a up coming plan litter from a breeder who owe me a pup out of this breeding which the sir was in fact a Scandifio dog breed by Tony Scandy,and then later sold to Clinton Dickey in Maryland, and that the Dam was a female of mine who was sold to Craig Sims in mitchellville,MD. (FACT): It was this Craig Sims who was the breeder of the litter in which your show quality female was coming from, which she did and the Sir was Scandifio Lazarus di Dickey Big Dog, breed to Burgwald's Bricks di Sims ICCF litter #L:900560. (FACT): You where told in our phone talks that I didn't have the blue slips yet due to me not being the breeder and was waiting for the blue slips as well, and was told I would send it out just as soon as I recieve it which I didn't until months later after you recieve the replacement pup. (FACT): You where told that I have recieve the blue slip from Mr. Sims the breeder and that I was sending it out ASAP to you, at which time you where very rude to me on the phone calling me a lier and saying that you talk to Tony Scany who said he knows nothing about this breeding, of course he would not know due to it was only one of his dogs he sold to another breeder. At know time did I ever say Tony Scandy was the breeder, only that this sir was from a Scany Grand Champion line bred to one of my b***h that I had sold to another breeder. (CONCERN ABOUT): You calling me qoute: Mike Burgwald ripoff dyplastic male sold to me by unethical, Money hungry breeder with no morals in Gaithersburg Maryland. Very Wrong indeed Donna and so un-fair of you knowing all the facts about the replacement pup from the beginning. (FACT): I myself and my wife offer you a full refund which you said no to because of wanting to keep the pup, We accepted what ever you wanted just to make you happy and only ask you to send us a vet report showing you had him fix which you never did. (FACT): You didn't do everything from leting this male from getting hurt, lets be real about the call I got about him jumpimg from you car window and how he really got hurt one day and then later started to limp thinking time would stop his pain and who cares because I would of replace him at 4 years old if I had to from HD. (FACT): A Puppy is free to me because I've been bless to share my love for this breed with many others who really care about this noble breed the cane corso italiano. (FACT): After sending you the blue slip for the female show quality pup, you claim you never got it! Hmmm! thats funny! But eather way I said I would try to get you another copy of the blue slip from the breeder and send it to you ASAP as soon as I recieve it. At which time you told me you had sold the pup to someone else and they would contact me about the blue slip which they did by e-mail and I still have the copy of the e-mail from them as well. I reply to them saying, if infact they do have this pup please have Donna send me or call me about me sending the blue slip to them instead of Donna since she no longer own the dog. (FACT): At this point Donna was a thing of the past and finally sending me a letter that read please send the blue slip to the new owners. At which time I myself didn't have contact with the breeder anymore due to a broken contract between us and he refuse to give me another copy of the blue slip until the Cherry Blossom show this year threw a Mr. Richardson. (FACT): We know have the blue slip in and will continue to hold it until Donna stops all the lies she saying about us and we welcome her to see us in court. She calls around to differant breeders wanting a pet quality, but only to later call you and try to breed the dog later down the road like many others who are money hungry to breed and breed a pet quality which is unethical with no concerns for the breed. (FACT): You are welcome to check all facts I've posted on my Rebttal and Donna if you want the blue slip on your female do the right thing here and stop going around telling people lies about me please. Your female blue slip is in front of me and it is as follows: ICCF , Breed Cane corso, Sir Scandifio Lazarus Dickey Big Dog, Dam Burgwald's Bricks di Sims, DOB 11/4/04 litter#l:900560 Again I wish it never came to this but life is funny at times and we are very sorry for all you gone threw Donna but will not allow you or anyone else slam our name. We produe many litters and you are a learning experiance for us. take care and God Bless! Mike Burgwald