Read Letters From People That Have Gotten A Lenga Personality Puppy

                                       This is a female puppy from Lenga's Civik and Champion Lorien's Patron

                   Maggie as a puppy                                                         Maggie as an adult

   Hi Helene,

Maggie is doing wonderful. We are so delighted with her.  I think all puppies from your kennel are outstanding, and anyone would be lucky to get one of your exceptional puppies. Her personality is so loving- she smiles all the time, and always ready to have her picture taken. She is so photogenic. The most important thing for us was to find a great dog for the whole family, but mainly the kids- and she is exactly that.  She plays well with the kids and she watch them constantly. Which shows how bonded she is to them and protective she is of them. As she grows, I know she will be very protective of them. Sometimes when she gets up in the morning she barks until we wake up letting us know she needs to go outside to relieve herself. When we are all on the sofa looking at her, and she has a good audience, she just lays down and watches us with a smile knowing we are all safe. As that is her job, to keep us together and safe.   The kids and her are 3 peas in a pod- they are great together.  Sometimes she voices her displeasure when the boys fight, as boys will do, and they will stop when she barks at them. What a smart puppy she is.It's actually pretty funny and we really love and appreciate her as she is showing us how very intelligent she is. She is a valued family member.  Andy can't get enough of her and she is so gentle and great with the boys.  A few nights ago, Andy took his pillow and blanket and took a nap right next to her, as she put her head on his leg. It shows the tremendous bond she has with him and my other son.

Helene, what can I say- you picked the perfect puppy for us! You are such a wonderful breeder, and we trust your opinion, but you have definitely outdone yourself with matching her with us.  Even as a puppy, she is showing signs of maturity and intelligence. She is so calm, fun and smart, that sometimes we forget that she is still a puppy- and she will only improve with age.  We are so lucky to have her.  The VET called her a perfect puppy, and they love it when she comes in for her shots. She is so well behaved at the vet’s office. Thanks to your early training and socialization you did with her. She is also a looker and I think she knows it, and seems to pose whenever we want to take her picture. She always gives us eye contact, and I think that shows intelligence. She is very cute and adorable right now, but she is going to be gorgeous when she grows up.  When we walk her, she struts her stuff, she is so confident and calm, we get complements constantly - many people stop us and tell us that she is one of the most beautiful black and red Shepherds that they have ever seen (we agree). We are so happy with having her, thank you so much for choosing us and giving us this opportunity.  We are very grateful to you for how well you take care of us and the puppies through the whole process, and your follow up and advise mean a lot as well.  Maggie is a happy dog, and our whole family is happy, thanks to you and your excellent Shepherds.   I am glad that you enjoyed her photos- again, she is very photogenic. With much appreciation for giving us such an exceptional puppy.

 Best to you always, 

 The Janisch Family

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                                        Lenga's Maximillian Von Zev owned by Neal Newman from Danville, CA.

         To anyone contemplating to get a German Shepherd puppy from Helene  

 Helene is a woman of impeccable integrity. Her expertise and love of her dogs is unmatched by anyone I have ever met in the dog world. I have had dogs my whole life and have dealth with many breeders who are down right dishonest. They are more worried about making a buck than breeding great dogs.

Helene's dog's are outstanding. I have been to her ranch twice. Each time was a learning experience. This woman's expertise and knowledge of breeding is remarkable. Her stud dog, Zarco is incredible. The 10 puppies from which I picked, were all beautiful and intelligent at 6 weeks old. They were clam and I saw not one iota of hyperness even at this young age.

This woman has done everything she promised me during the year I have known her. Countless e-mails and pictures. Responses everytime I needed information or had a question. Helene goes way beyond the call of duty. You can believe everything she tells you.

I found Helene by just running a Google search for GSD breeders. The pictureof the gentleman hugging the dog on her web site reminded me of my own relationship with my past dogs. I called her which led to a puppy package and the relationship began. I had lost my companion dog, "Wolfie" on January 10, 2009.

I was not going to be ready for a dog for awhile which Helene understood. Throughout the year we communicated and she let me decide when the time would be right. This woman is totally sincere. She really wanted what was best for me and my future puppy.

Finally, I will close by saying, I feel fortunate that not only have I found a world class breeder, but a life long friend in Helene. Please feel free to contract me anytime if you have any further questions.

Best Regards,

Neal Newman, Danville, CA.

neal@academyselfdefense.com

From: Neal Newman [mailto:neal@academyselfdefense.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 08, 2010 9:15 PM
To: uhnmk4@verizon.net
Subject: FW: Zev's great ears

Hi Helene,

Great  to hear from you! I have just got my new computer up and running

and have lapsed in my e-mails. I am sending a picture of Zev from last week. He is doing great.

What a dog!!! He is eating like a little horse. I have increased his food up to ¾ cup with rice

4 times a day and he still always wants more to eat. He is the size of small to medium sized dog already.

He really looks like a German Shepherd rather than a puppy. Everybody just loves him

including all my staff and students at my school. His ears as you can see from the picture

 are straight up and huge. His paws look like little baseball bats. He is so confident and fearless

it amazes me. I think we were made for each other.

All My best,

Neal

February 15, 2010

Dear Helene,
I am amazed at all the great information and instructions you are giving me to prepare for my puppy. I have had dogs my whole life, but was so unaware of all the things I am learning from you. You know, Helene, it is so great to be involved with you. I have been a business man my whole life. Once in a while you meet someone who does everything they have promised with integrity, truth and honor. You are one of these special people. You never know if someone is actually going to live up to their word. A lot of people talk a good game, but in reality turn out to be disappointments. I am extremely grateful that I was guided to your door not only for my special Zev, I will be getting from you soon, but also for your wisdom and friendship.
All my best,
Neal

neal@academyselfdefense.com

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 My Wonderful Lenga's Jack Of Hearts"

Dear Helene, This letter is well deserved. You have been so wonderful and patient throughout the time of me purchasing a male puppy from your beautiful female, Lenga's Loyalville von Civik and months afterwards with my terrific male puppy called: Lenga's Jack Of Hearts. I can't believe it, but all your promises about my marvelous Jack have come true. I had asked you for the biggest male puppy, and he certainly is HUGE. Jack weighs 75 pounds at almost 6 months old. I had asked you for a certain personality of being outgoing, friendly, affectionate, and very confident, and he certainly has all those wonderful qualities. Jack is a wonderful puppy and has adjusted to our lifestyle so perfectly. I can't stress enough how wonderful and patient you were with me, when Jack's ears did not come up in the first few months. I wrote you almost everyday, expressing my concerns that his ears were not up yet, and there was so much patience and encouragement in all of your letters. I realize there are not many breeders that would do what you did. You are an exceptional breeder. You never got upset with me, or ingored any of my concerns, and answered me the very day I wrote you. You explained that because he is going to be such a big boy, his ears were big and heavy, and needed more growing into, so his head could suport those big ears, and that they would come up. 100% you guaranteed that Jack's ears would come up, and sure enough........THEY DID! I thank you so much for your continued encouragement throughout these few months of me being so worried. Knowing that you had already received your money for Jack, and you could have easily just ignored my many complaints, but when you said you will always be there for me. I know now, that you really meant it! I, too am that kind of breeder and appreciate all your love and concern for each of your puppies. I look forward to a long and wonderful relationship with you through e-mail, and Jack has turned out so outstanding in everyway, that now I'm looking forward to my next puppy from your exceptional Kona someday in the future. I love my Jack so much. He greets visitors with confidence and a wagging tail, and is so well behaved inside the house. always sweet and gentle with my small dogs, and calm around the children. You are a very dependable, reliable, and honest breeder, and I highly recommend you to anyone that wants top quality, big boned Shepherd puppy with a terrific personality. Thank you for everything, Helene, and always being there for me.

Hugs, Kellie Mintern from: Mintern's German Shepherds in Burghill, Ohio. MiSheps@embarqmail.com
www.minternsgermanshepherds.com

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 Dear Helene, Let me start this letter by saying THANK YOU. It ws not an easy process for me to find a great breeder. I looked for over a year and ran into the continuous problem of the breeder only caring about the money. When I found Helene, (Lenga's German Shepherds) I knew from the conversation we had that my search was over. Helene was very informative and was absolutely patienct with all my questions. She made me feel like a future friend and even invited me to her house to meet all of her dogs.

With my decision made, I signed up for the breeding of two big beautiful GSD's Lenga's Keira Von Ass De Kona and Champion Lorien's Patron. During the process, Helene always kept me updated. When the pupies were born, Helene never let a day go by without emailing me pictures. Her enthusiasm for what she does is unmatched. She truly cares about what you want in your puppy and helped me prepare for the day I would pick him up and bring him home. After weeks of anticipation, I was finally given my pup named Lenga's Bodie Von Whofhausen. Bodie desplayed great qualities from the start, and adapted to his new home and life quickly.

The process with Helene did not end there, like it would have with most breeders. As Bodie grew, I had many questions and Helene was always there to answer them. She does not hesitate in emailing me back when I send her pictures and truly loves watching Bodie grow up.

I highly recomend Helene (Lenga's German Shepherds) and her breeding program and the proof behind it, is in my beautiful male Shepherd. Bodie is the model GSD, and is very healthy, and a lovable family pet. Again, I thank you Helene for being a dependable and honest breeder.

Your friend, James Lopez, from Whittier, CA.

You may contact me if you have any questions about Helene or my wonderful Bodie.       

                                                                                            Growing up with Bodie

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Lenga's German Shepherds

April 2, 2007 To Whom It May Concern,

My name is Dennis Frasier, D.V.M. from Anza Animal Clinic,

I am pleased to write this letter for you, Helene,

 In our experience handling and dealing with German Shepherds, bred by Helene Kohen, A.K.A. Lenga's German Shepherds, they have been exceptionally well behaved and well mannered and even tempered. Helene Kohen's German Shepherds have in our dealings always been healthy, and top quality dogs. We would highly recommend Helene's Shepherds to anyone looking for a great quality and gentle Shepherd puppy.

Anza Animal Clinic

Dennis Frasier, D.M.V.

39100 Contreras Road in Anza,CA.92539

 951-763-2345

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                                   Jesse James as a puppy with Liz                                                         Adult Jesse James laying on sofa with Liz

                                                                      "For Helene, This Is A Relationship, Not A Transaction"

 When we went to Helene, it was a year after losing Jesse, our 14 year old German Shepherd, who was like our son. Alan, my husband contacted many breeders, and was taken by Helene's instant response, disarming honesty, and caring nature. Once we met Helene, at her place up in the mountains, and her menagerie of terrific dogs, it was a feta complies.

Like some breeders, Helene has top-notch dogs and an impressive history of breeding Champions. Unlike most breeders, she has an extraordinarily deep understanding and love of Shepherds, and a paramount concern of her client's needs and situation. Helene matches the puppy specifically to you and your lifestyle. Helene's style is honest, down -to-earth and homey, and her kennels reflect that.

During the adoption process, Helene kept us informed and engaged, consistently updating us via email, sending pictures with vivid descriptions of our puppy-to-be. Helene is committed, sweet, and is a unique character herself, with a wonderful sense of humor. She knows her stuff. When it was time to get our new puppy, she showered us with advice. She even wanted to make sure that our other dog, a lovable mutt we rescued, would get along with the new puppy, so she insisted they meet. Helene helped us every step of the way then, and continues to follow-up now. We try to extend her the same care, as we appreciate that immensely. We intend to go back to Helene to get Jesse a brother or sister someday soon. To Helene, this is a relationship, not a transaction!

Our new puppy is also named Jesse, (Lenga's Sir Jesses James) I call him my little Jesse, although he is little no more, as he is over 90 pounds at 6 months old. He is gorgeous, smart, quick, loving, responsive, protective, and much more, and everything we have always wanted. Jesse embodies the best of his German Shepherd breed, and Helene embodies the best of breeders. We recommend her unconditionally.

XO, Liz
Liz@adcastells.com

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 Dear Helene,

My wife and I recently bought a 14 month old, male German Shepherd, named: "Spirit" from you.

Over a long marriage we have had several German Shepherds, having acquired the first one in 1948. In the past, we have had female dogs, because they have a reputation for being more tractable and gentler than males, or so we thought. Spirit is our first male.

Spirit couldn't be more gentler, calmer, or sweeter than he is. He is also playful and affectionate. He's a wonderful dog and we feel privileged to have him. You have done such a great job in bringing out the best in his personality, and so well behaved in public. He has become our house dog, and he has adapted to his new life style immediately, thanks to your socialization, training and breeding, and he now sleeps at the foot of our bed every night.

He is very intelligent, and Helene, you have done an excellent job of training him. I must say, that he is the best trained dog I have ever had!

In the past with our female dogs, we had to take them to training schools and hired trainers to help us, but not with Spirit. He is so much better, than we could ever have anticipated, in every way.

When we picked him up at your Kennel, Lenga's German Shepherds, you gave us lots of information about his food, his care, what he knows, and showed us physically all the wonderful things he responded to. We were amazed at his intelligence. A little over a week later, you went out of your way, to come and visit us, at our home, to make sure we were happy with him, and that he was also happy in his new life with us, and to answer any further questions we might have. But Spirit was perfect, and we could not ask anymore from a dog. I doubt that many other breeders would go to that trouble. We never heard a word from previous breeders after we gave them a check. I also want to thank you Helene, for answering all my questions through e-mail so promptly.

We are completely satisfied and totally happy with Spirit. I never knew dogs like this existed, and he is so much more than we hoped for.

I have no hesitation in recommending Helene, from Lenga's German Shepherds to anyone that wants a top quality Shepherd, not only in beauty, but also personality and temperament.


Thank you for everything. Your friend, Ed Eubanks from Santa Barbara edeu@cox.net

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Jake as a Puppy and Jake as an Adult

Dear Helene,

I am writing to you to update you on the progress of "Jake" our little puppy that we purchased from you, from beautiful Cleopatra.

I first want to say that working with you and seeing how you train and treat all of the puppies in your litters was quite amazing. When Jake was only 7 weeks old, you had already trained him to heel and sit, and stop doing inappropriate biting by giving him a signal. That was awesome. So aside from thoroughly enjoying working with you, I must tell you the real season I am writing.

I have had dogs all of my life, all of them special in their own ways. How ever, I have to tell you that this puppy is by far the sweetest, most gentle, loving puppy I have ever seen. He is so mellow and fun to play with. His disposition and personality are so unique. He easily adapts to all situations and doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He is alert, and very smart. He knows how to occupy himself with his toys and doesn't demand constant attention or whine when he goes in his crate for a nap.

As you know, Martha is on oxygen and somehow Jake just seems to know when she gets tired and to leave her oxygen cord alone and not play with it. He will stop and wait for her when she has to stop and rest. He just seems to sense that he needs to wait for her a few minutes.

He gets along so well with our other dogs, because of the socilization you did with him, and tries to be "one of the big guys" All too soon he will be! Helene, aside from the fact that he is a stunning beauty with a beautiful black saddle and tan legs, and those beautiful German Shepherd markings, he is the most loving, affectionate, contribution to our family. Thank you for making our family complete! Jake is just a wonder! If you ever need someone to give a testimony to your puppies, I would be happy to do so. Sincerely, your friend, Amy Harrison harrisonas@aol.com

I am happy to report that I got my second puppy from Helene recently called "Annie".

I am extremely happy with her. She came to me trained and socialized already.

What a pleasure she is !

Lenga's Little Pistol Von Dee Dee - Our female puppy, we call Annie

                           Annie as a puppy                                                Annie as an adult standing

Dear Helene,

What can I say about our wonderful Lenga's Little Pistol von Dee Dee, that we call Annie. She is so smart, thanks to Helene's early training. She is the biggest sweetheart. When we tell her to find her ball, she will spend an inordinate amount of time trying to find it, until she achieves her goal. Sh eis loving and energetic, and loves to play ball, and enjoys playing in the water.

When I thought we got the best Shepherd in the world from Helene, Lenga's Del Sol von Jackson, that we call Jake. Because Jake turned out so wonderful, we decided to get another Shepherd puppy from Helene. Annie is everything we wanted in our little female, and we look forward to her growing up. She is still  very much a puppy, and is very lovable and affectionate. I am extremely happy with her. She came to me trained and socialized already.

Just recently we got our third puppy from Helene, named: Lenga's Queen Esther Von Karma.

Thank you, Helene

Jake, Annie and Queen Esther completes our family now.

Hugs,  back to you, Amy and Martha.

                     Esther as a puppy                                              Esther as an adult  (3rd. puppy we got from Helene)

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 "Look No Further"

If you are seriously considering adding a German Shepherd puppy to your family, then look no further. Helene, from Lenga's German Shepherds are without a doubt THE BEST ! We've done all the research and NOBODY adds up to Helene's level of care and concern for her dogs, the breed and the prospective dog buyer. When we met Helene, we never imagined that our high expectations would be met so well, but when we brought home our beautiful, gentle giant, Zeus, we knew that Helene's guarantees were for real. Everybody who sees Zeus comments about his beauty, size, intelligence, undeniable sweetness and lovability. I grew up with two wonderful Shepherds, but in all honesty, they were not near as beautiful, intelligent, strapping and sweet as our Zeus from Lenga's German Shepherds. You will understand everything I'm saying once you begin dealing with Helene. She'll provide you with photos of the sire and dam, and the entire litter once they are born, and constant up dates with pictures of your new puppy. Now, a full grown adult, Zeus weighs 128 pounds, and still very sweet and gentle.

So Good Luck, enjoy the ride, and your New Bundle of Perfect Joy ! hardymr@hotmail.com

Best Regards
M. Ryan Hardy

Note: Ryan wanted the biggest male pup in the litter, and that is certainly what he got. At full grown, Zeus now weights 141 pounds. So, please take this into consideration when you ask for the biggest pup in the litter.

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                           Lenga's Sir Seamus von Der Del as a puppy, and Seamus as a young adult growing up

                                            Seamus as a puppy                                                     Seamus growing up

Hi Helene,

Seamus, a black and red male puppy from Zarco and Civik, is doing great. Both of his ears are up but for some reason it was down in the this picture I sent you. Both of his ears are up most of the time. I will send you a new one soon. He is so smart and such a sweet and lovable dog. He is starting to actually like the weather here in Arizona. At first he hated the heat but now he sits by the door whenever he wants to go outside to play. He is doing great with the boys, and loves to give kisses like his Sire, Zarco. We did not end up kennel him, because thanks to your early training we didn't need to. He has been so good in the house, and always sat by the door everytime he needed to go outside to relieve himself. He has the freedom of our whole house, and has never had an accident and has never been distructive in the house. Thanks again to your early training. We are still amazed at his intelligence. We get so many compliments when we take him for walks. People always say how beautiful he is and how well behaved he is. We are all very glad he is part of our family. I'm so grateful you picked him out for us. He is exactly what we were hoping for. We are so happy with him, and will be forever grateful to you for picking out such an exceptional Shepherd for us.

Best Regards,

Sarah MacDonald

Glendale, Arizona

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Kommander as a puppy                              Kommander as an Adult

 Dear Helene,

Kommander came into my life in the autumn of 2008. I first saw him when he was 2 weeks old amongest his brothers and sisters snuggled up in a comfortable bed with his mother, Civik, at the breeder of Lenga's German Shepherds home in October. Lenga's German Shepherds is run by a wonderful woman named Helene Kohen. I first met Helene after my husband and I did a lot of research trying to find the perfect German Shepherd breeder to bring our new baby into our lives. Lenga's Kommander Von Walker. Kommander, who's parents are Zarco and Civik produced exactly the kind of puppy we wanted in personality, looks, color and size. At 12 weeks old he is already 30 pounds of pure German Shepherd muscle!  While getting to know Helene for the 2 years we waited for our puppy, I had the opportunity to get to know her other beautiful Shepherds, and gained even more love for this intelligent and beautiful breed, and appreciation for what a great breeder Helene truly is. I was so impressed to see the wonderful and clean living conditions that Helene offered her puppies. The training she does seems like so much work, and it reinforced my confidence in my decision of getting a puppy from her, and now I can say, Kommander was well Worth Waiting For! Kommander really shines whereever he goes. People are always complimenting him because he is so well behaved, gentle with children, and friendly with other dogs. Thanks to Helene's early training.

Not only does Kommander co-habitate with my little Chihuahua, Leia, who happens to be the boss, but also with my 5 cats. Kommander was trained in socializing. Helene came over at the beginning to teach him not to chase the cats, and it only took one lesson for him to understand, and from that time he never chases them or attacks them. He gets along perfectly with my cats, and that's saying a lot for a male German Shepherd puppy. Kommander's love for his human and canine friends and family is limitless, and although he has a strong instinct to guard and  doesn't want strangers inside the house, he is quick to love strangers who I introduce him to, and is an all-around friendly dog. I know in the short time I have had him, he has filled my life with more love and enjoyment than I could ever have imagined!

Helene was wonderful to work with. She answered any and all my questions, and still does. I would recommend a top quality puppy from Lenga's German Shepherds to anyone who is looking for a obedient, well trained, loving, healthy, confident, and happy puppy who is 100% guaranteed. Kommander is the pride of my life, and I can't imagine life without him now. If you want the best contact Helene, and you will be so happy you did. I know, I am!

You are the BEST Helene,

Hugs, Kathy Walker

Note: Kathy found out that her magnificent and amazing dog has the incrediable gift of knowing how to detect cancer in a person.

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                                                Sebastion as a puppy                                              Sebastion as an adult

 Dear Helene,
This letter is a long time in coming. I met Helene at the Veterinarian Hospital when I still had my old Shepherd Kauai. Helene was very friendly and sympathetic of my old dog's old age and illness. After 6 months later when my Kauai died, I called Helene, and to my surprise she did have one male puppy from Civik left, and my daughter and I drove out to her beautiful ranch in Mountain Center, to met our beautiful Sebastion. He turned out to be exactly what I wanted and was looking for. Helene was very resourceful and came over the next morning to give me tips and a training lesson for our new puppy. Sebastion has been a very remarkable Shepherd. He was a very gentle and calm puppy, and was already potty trained at 7 weeks old, and he would sit on command. I have never had the experience or knowledge that such a young puppy could be so well trained at such a young age. Helene truly puts an incrediable amount of time and loving care into each and everyone of her puppies. At 10 months old Sebastion already got his Canine Good Citizen Certificate. He is so smart. Helene was just a phone call away with any concerns I had, at anytime. Many times  Helene would babysit Sebastion whenever I I have to go on week end trips or even on vacation. Sebastion has turned out to be everything I have ever wanted in a Shepherd. Sebastion has been a true blessing. I highly recommend Lenga's German Shepherd  puppies to anyone that wants the very best. Helene is the one to go to. Helene has been absolutely fabulous! She has always been there for me, and continues to be. I think she is one of the best breeders in the world! Anyone would be extremely lucky to be able to get one of her puppies.

Affectionately,

Dorothy Seitz

760-832-0381

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                                                   Gillian as a puppy                                                    Gillian as an adult

"Excellent Breeder With The Highest Integrity"

Dearest Helene, You are brilliant ! You have saved our vacation ! You said you would be there for us when we needed you, and you have kept your promise to us. Gillian, that we call: Jilly is experiencing being part of a pack, and it makes sense that the time there with you will help positively in her socialization. All your dogs are delightful and magnificent. We are grateful for all the attention and love that Jilly is receiving from all of you. Thank you for your consistency and dependability. We are so grateful that you know exactly how to train and socialize the dogs, and Jilly is learning from your experience of making her feel at home. Thank you for making the safest and healthiest environment for Jilly. She is a real "big city girl", and she has had no experience of large acreage without being on a leash so she must be elated. You are the most excellent breeder with the higest integrity, and we will recommend anyone who wants the best, to get a Lenga's German Shepherd, with personality, plus.

Sincerely,
Dr. Arnold and Mrs. Celeste Berk

Los Angeles, CA. s2ally@earthlink.net

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My name is Mike Boswith and my wife, Carol and I adopted our German Shepherd Keira from Lenga's German Shepherds. When my family decided it was time to add a member to our family, I knew that I wanted a Shepherd. We were looking for a large straight backed body type, that Helene breeds. We searched the internet, the classifieds, and visited local breeders, but none turned out to have the exceptional Shepherds that Helene raises. When we met Helene, toured her home based operation and met her dogs, we knoew we had found the right breeder.

We didn't take a puppy home that day. While other breeders often have puppies ready to go, Helene's pups are in such great demand that there is a waiting list. Waiting is always hard, but this was an excellent time for preparation for my family. Helene kept us informed of the progress and when the pups were born, she emailed lot of pictures. Living in the area we were able to visit the puppies at 4 weeks old. The were all big boned, healthy and beautiful puppies.

Helene will match you up with the puppy that she thinks will meet your expectations. That was new to me, as in the past I had always choosen the puppy. But Helene has been breeding a long time, and follows up on her dogs. So very early on she knews the temperament that would best suit our family. Helene knew exactly what we wanted and hoped for. Helene did a great job. Helene keeps in regular contact with us. She is extremely knowledgable in every facet of caring and  training Keira and quickly responds to any questions we may have, and still does. She is an expert, and loves what she does, and we could see and feel the passion she has for her dogs and puppies. The best recommendation I can give is that we intend to get another puppy from Helene. I say without hesitation that if Helene chooses you to adopt one of her puppies, you will be hard pressed to find a better opportunity. We couldn't be more satisfied, and are totally delighted and happy with our Keira. She was the pick of her litter and have decided to breed her when she turns 2 years old and after she is OFA Certified, and Helene will keep her at her ranch to care for the puppies.

Warmest regards,

Mike and Carol Boswith

714-842-7886

cboswith@hbcc.org

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  Dear Helene,

To anyone contemplating a German Shepherd puppy. Helene is a dedicated breeder, true to the breed characteristics of a GSD. I ws searching for a long time before I found Lenga's German Shepherds. I wanted a puppy with a great temperament, stability, large size, and to be confidend and loving. As I have two small children, and these traits were very important to me. I waited six months, with constant communication with emails and pictures from Helene, who kept me up on speed every step of the way. Well, let me tell you, it was worth the wait! I  received Halo in September of 2008. She is everything I hoped for and more! She is calm, loving, eager to please, with almost human intelligence. She is awesome with my children, and has especially boned with my two year old. They are inseparable now. I was skeptical buying a puppy without doing it in person, but Helene takes the time to keep you informed answering any questions you may have right away. One thing for sure.....There are too few breeders out here like Helene. I am so pleased with my decision to get a puppy from Lenga's German Shepherds, and can't wait to get another puppy from Helene in the future.

Thank you, Helene for all your dedication to the breed adn for being such an outstanding breeder!

Hugs,

Traci Chakra

Concord, North Carolina

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 Dear Helene, Sadie is now 5 months old, and is such a good dog. She passed her puppy class with flying colors, and has started her next obedience class. Your puppy has lived up to your reputation. Sadie is so smart and catches on so quickly. She is brave, loving and the best possible pet. We have 5 grandchildren, and she is gentle with them, and full of fun. Her colors are beautiful, and her ears have been standing erect since she as 10 weeks old. When I took her for her visit to the Vet last time, she asked me where I got Sadie, and I told her: Lenga's German Shepherds in Mountain Center, right above Palm Desert, CA. She remarked that she knew she wasn't from a local breeder as she has seen German Shepherds coming in with health problems and problems with their ears, and ankle issues. That was just one more commend that reinforced our feelings that we have a superior dog. Thank you for contributing such wonderful German Shepherds when there are many breeders out there that don't care like you do. Also, thank you for being such a constant sourcce of advice and support. You have been so supportive and that is rare. Our trainer asked me many questions about our breeder and when I was finished, answered: "You got an excpetional breeder. She didn't have to tell me, I knew! Thanks Helene, you have wonderful dogs and one of these days, Sadie will need a brother or a sister, and when she does, you will be the person we contact. Thank you so much, Ruth and George Narancic San Jose, CA. ruth@narancic.com

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   Dear Helene ,

Kim just turned 1 years old, and she is all that we expected in a German Shepherd. She is a female puppy from Keira and Champion Lorien's Patron. She now weighs 80 pounds, and getting bigger everyday. She has a wonderful dispostion around other people, children and other dogs. She loves to be near our baby. She is doing great walking on the leash, and walks nicely beside us without pulling, and is so well behaved. She loves to ride in the car, and always anxious to go for rides with us.

Kim as you know is our second Shepherd, and is exactly what you promised us in color, size, and personality. Thank you so much, Helene. You know how upset and heart-broken we were when we lost our other German Shepherd at 12 years old, and Kim has more than filled our requirements for a loving and affectionate Shepherd. You have kept all your promises about her wonderful personality and temperament.  You are the best breeder, and I feel that anyone that would be lucky enough to get one of your puppies, would be very lucky and  privledged . Your puppies are certaninly worth waiting for. Thank you so much for making our dreams come true.

Best Regards,

Richard Carpenter

tcasbr@earthlink.net

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From: Frank & Pamela [mailto:fpvanhorn@npgcable.com]
Sent: Sunday, June 06, 2010 4:41 PM
To: Helene
Subject: Re: Letter of recommendatio

June 6, 2011

Written by Frank & Pamela Van Horn

                  4228 Highlander Avenue

                  Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406

                  fpvanhorn@npgcable.com

My husband and I waited twenty-two years to get our second German Shepherd.  Helene's website was so impressive and well done.  After viewing it, you had a good feeling about Lenga's German Shepherds and the environment her puppies were cared for.  We contacted Helene and she was prompt in responding to all our emails.  She was receptive to our many questions and encouraged correspondence.  From the time we decided to adopt our now five month old "Cash", Helene sent email photos regularly and updates on the progress the puppies were making.  We can't tell you how much we looked forward to these emails each day.  Helene is one in a million!  She is a wonderful breeder.  She has credibility and truly cares about her dogs.  She continues to give support and guidence after her puppies are adopted.  We have called upon her expertise with training questions since receiving Cash.  She truly wants the best for her puppies and she wants the new owners to strive to train their puppy to be the best.  Our Cash is a healthy, smart, and beautiful black and red girl.  We have received so many positive comments on what a pretty German Shepherd she is and that she is getting prettier as she matures.  Now at five months, Cash weighs forty pounds. 

My husband and I are so thankful that we found Helene and now love one of her wonderful German Shepherds.  Thank you, Helene, for this brown-eyed companion that has entwined herself into our hearts and lives.