As you are aware, I had severe back pain and in order to fix it, they had to operate on the herniated disc. Well, I just wanted you to know that Spencer was absolutely amazing during my recovery. The first couple of weeks I was home, he always slept at the foot of my bed and every time I had to get up, he would either go ahead of me to lead the way, or wait behind me to make sure he was not in the way. Even when it came to the stairs, he would either go ahead or wait for me. He would lie outside the bathroom door and wait for me also. If I waited to pet him, all I had to do is tap the couch and he knew to jump up there since I could not bend over.

I know a lot of people would think this behaviour is because of training, but knowing Spencer, this is not because of training. It could be the breed, but I also believe it has to do with the great job you do in your breeding program. I just wanted you to know what an amazing companion Spencer has grown into and he is only 2 years old.

I hope you have a great day. ~Patti

This is an oil painting made of Spencer by artist, Janet Kimantas.

9/11/04
Hi Hanna,
I just wanted to mail you a few pictures of Spencer. It is hard to believe he is already 10 months old. He is becoming a very handsome boy and the pictures do not do him justice. He just loves playing with his nylon frisbee. He runs and jumps to catch it in the air. He is a very talented and smart boy. He definitely plays hard with people and other dogs. Spencer is a very social dog - we just love him to bits. He is also developing a very good personality. Hanna, I know we have said this before, but thank you for giving us the opportunity to purchase one of your shelties. He is an amazing addition to our family and has brought happiness and laughter with him. We are very grateful to have this very active, loving, and adorable sheltie in our family. Thank you, ~Patti Stumpf