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In Memoriam
We'd like to point out that, since our pups are starting to go to families where transport requires rabies quarantine time, we are more than willing to accommodate our families regarding the quarantine formality — and (most important to us) we do it so the pups are not sitting in a quarantine cage. So . . . we still have four pups padding about (now over 12 weeks old with all health requirements up-to-date) that are placed and will be joining their families soon. They are all potty-trained, know “off”, how to sit, and their names. We can never say often enough how we care about our pups and about the families that “make one of ours one of theirs”. Thank you to all our wonderful, loving families!
Emergency Bedding Straw Donation Right now in Michigan, the economy is so very bad, and there are so many animals being relinquished by people who can no longer afford them. Due to the hard times and the cold temperatures here in Michigan, we have decided to run an ad in our local newspaper to offer to purchase and deliver bedding straw to pet owners truly in need for the protection of their outside animals that they are trying to keep as part of their family, even when their animals' comfort takes away a bit of their own. Some of the local 4-H students are helping take on what we feel may be a huge demand. Contact us for more information.
December was a busy month at AAKS for needy animals. We were able to place two dogs, one horse, and a bobcat! All us us at Amy's Acres give thanks for such success in these tough times and at this tough time of year!
You may a remember Grunt a/k/a Monty (info on him here), the rescued boxer placed with the assistance of Mid-Michigan Boxer Rescue. While checking back on MMBR's website recently, I came across this story that is too often a familiar one, for the dog in the MMBR story is in the same shape Grunt was when we rescued him. I post this notice as a reminder that, by making one phone call, you may give a chained, starving, freezing animal the chance to go to a real home that provides love and proper care.
We have updated our adopted animals pages with horses Lilly & Duke and Kyra the 4 year old female bobcat now residing at the nearby AZA acclaimed Saginaw Children's Zoo in Saginaw, Michigan. Kyra's story is that of most exotic pets, starting with the owner thinking it fun and exciting to have a non-domestic animal to show off to family and friends. Very soon, though, Kyra (like most exotic pets) grew at remarkable rate and quickly become too difficult to handle, creating a dangerous situation for her and her owner. The truth is, you can take the animal from the wild, but you can't remove its natural wildness. ( We have been told our local WNEM TV5 wants to do a story on Kyra so if/when we hear the details, we will let you know and perhaps get a copy of the story to add to Kyra's page.)
Our King Shepherd puppies are raised to be good canine citizensAn Amys Acres King Shepherd puppy is born in and resides in our home until, sometime after the age of eight weeks, the pup leaves to be with its new families. Our King Shepherd puppies go to their new homes accompanied with veterinarian health certificates and hip guarantees, and are vaccinated, wormed, and microchipped. We are confident that our puppies start life strong and healthy because their parents are bred only after reaching the correct maturity and after being given the OK by our veterinarians.
Our own King Shepherds attend obedience classes and go everywhere with us, so they are well-socialized. They are health, hip, temperament and DNA tested, and this information is readily available to potential owners prior to their decision to add one of our pups to their family.
Please note that the King Shepherd breed is still very much in development, which we understand can be confusing for everyone involved. Although we are proud to be a King Shepherd Club International Recommended Breeder, in our opinion, a dog deemed Champion by Rarities Inc and North American Kennel Club (NAKC) is the true qualifier of breed standard, not recognition by any club, organization or association other than Rarities/NAKC (not even ones own). A great place to start learning about the breed is to visit the King Shepherd Club International forum where KSD owners and breeders respectfully share information, ask questions and contribute to learning about this wonderful breed.
By clicking on any dogs picture on the Our Shepherds page, you will be taken to that dogs profile where you will find photos and info about the dog, its parents and siblings, and its pedigrees. As we update each King Shepherds profile, we will post health/hip and training certificates, and DNA information as it becomes available.
Amys Acres King Shepherds is located on a small farm in central northern Michigan, near Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron. Our King Shepherds are raised as part of a large animal family that includes other dog breeds, horses, birds, cats, and our special favorite, a Michigan bobcat who thinks he is one of the pack. We also foster and help place unwanted animals. You can read more about us and our mission on the About AAKS page. We hope you enjoy your journey through our site and we thank you for your interest in our lovely King Shepherds.
We are looking for potential King Shepherds to incorporate into our breeding program. Please e-mail or call for further details. All inquiries are welcome. |
This page updated 1/30/10
The KSD Hip Dysplasia Controversy
Sometimes I get behind on my email replies
Page Updates
• Jack the Cocker Spaniel finds a home and so does Sissy the Beagle • Duke the horse is a Christmas present • Emergency Bedding Straw Donation • Memorial to Riley (Cilla/Polar 11/07) • The story of Dunn Madra — this should never happen again • Memorial to Lord Zorro's dear little Yorkie friend, Sasha • Memorial to Hoss & Raven's beloved canine friend, Ruby • Rain (Cilla/Polar 03/07 litter) finds new home • Poem to Clyde, Over the Rainbow
A memorial page where owners share their last goodbyes
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Most recent: Lycan (Cilla/Polar 11/07) Bronson (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Ricken (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Riley (Cilla/Polar 11/07) Aeongeus (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Sabre (Anna/Zack 03/08) Ember (Anna/Zack 09/07) Shadow (Cilla/Brutis 10/08) Shadow (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Diamond (Windy/Berrin 12/08) Guinness (Anna/Zack 09/08) Bono (Powder/Polar 01/09) Raven (Anna/Zack 09/08) Hoss (Lil Red/Ranger 09/07) Amando (Lady/Berrin 03/08) Mily' (Windy/Berrin 12/08) Phoenix (Windy/Berrin 12/08) Cali (Cilla/Brutis 10/08) Rommel (Windy/Berrin 12/08) Henry (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Shelby (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Blaze (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Mia (Cilla/Onyx 06/09) Rain (Cilla/Polar 03/07)
Over the past few weeks : Beau (Cilla/Brutis 10/08) Pawpeye (Powder/Polar 01/09) Kimba (Lady/Berrin 03/08) Nitro (Cilla/Polar 03/07) Karma (Powder/Polar 01/09) Scout (Powder/Polar 01/09) Rosie (Anna/Zack 09/08) Dakota (Anna/Zack 09/07) Claus (Lady/Berrin 09/06) Hera (Lil Red/Ranger 09/07) Sopheara (Powder/Polar 01/09) Holly (Anna/Zack 09/08) Axel (Lady/Berrin 09/07) Zeke (Anna/Zack 09/08) Loki (Powder/Polar 01/09) Brunnen (Cilla/Brutis 10/08) Gauge (Windy/Berrin 12/08) Boris (Cilla/Polar 03/07) Samiam (Windy/Polar 12/06) Alexis (Lil' Red/Ranger 03/08) Miah (Cilla/Brutis 10/08) Shadow (Anna/Zack 09/08) Arthur W. (Cilla/Brutis 10/08) Dixie (Lil Red/Ranger 03/08) |