Testimonials & Feedback

Have some feedback or a testimonial on one of the collies you got from us - Email.

Below are few comments we've received.

Hi Maxine, We have been meaning to write to you for some time now to tell you how amazing our dogs are. They are three and a half years old, Jesse and Kipp. Their parents were Jim and Bess. We picked them when they were only a week old and we are convinced that we have the smartest most intuitive dogs alive. Having become parents to these beings, we decided that they needed a place to explore outside Toronto. We searched on the internet and found 18 acres near Haliburton where we all thrive. The most profound impact that they have on our lives is that they continually require that we be better human beings. Their ingenuity, determination, love and honesty have us enthralled and amazed on a constant basis. We had three borders prior to these and loved them all but these two are truly special. Thank you thank you thank you. Colette Whiten and Paul Kipps

 

Hello Maxine, Later in the summer we came to visit Ozzie. I was excited and nervous to see our other dogs and my parents reaction. Once I saw him it was like love at first sight! He looked at me and I looked back at him, then he continued over to the sticks to play some fetch. I fell in love with him when he started tossing the sticks around wanting us to throw them. Once my dad picked up the piece of wood and tossed it for him, I knew I wanted him, and I knew my dad wanted him. After bringing our lab in and having them meet each, some sniffs and growls took place. But I knew already that day we would be bringing a new Border Collie boy home to live with us. He's been with us only for a short amount of time, but has adapted so well. I feel as if I've had him for years! Each day I take him to the park and let him run around, we play frisbee and fetch. And boy can he jump high! I have gotten many pictures of him jumping in the air to catch a frisbee or ball. We've also had our share of funny stories. For example the time he ripped my moms rose tree right out of the ground and dragged it away to play fetch with. Also one day I came outside to see many holes that Ozzie has been working on, each one with a ball or toy inside of them! He's also seemed to have tooken on some of Angel's traits. They are like best pals! Angel sleeps on her back with her legs and paws to the side wide open, and now Ozzie has started to do that. Its hilarious to watch them both together. They also both seem to be working on a hole in the corner of the yard. They sneak in and out of there together not wanting to be caught. And they both adore swimming together! We are also hoping to put Ozzie into some Agility training. We planned to put him into Obedience first but the class was filled so we have to wait. But I can't wait to start it with him. He loves to jump around and he is concentrated and fast. I love Ozzie and I can't thank you enough for my new pal! He is, as I call him, my pretty boy & my best pal, and I don't know what I would ever do without him! Jess

 

Hello there We wanted to give you our update on the happy life of Sky, our lovely Border Collie. We got her from your January 1st 2006 litter. She is very happy, very healthy and very active. Thanks again. Tracy and Adam Clayson

 

Hi Maxine Yesterday before the parade started, this man came up to me and asked if he could say hi to my BC and we got talking and he has one of your pups, he's now about 2 yrs old and he works with his owner on the apple orchard. The man is totally beyond happy with his BC and there was Wyn , a smart smart BC at one point just layed down by our side as we were talking just calmly waiting for a cue form me to get up and start to move. His dog is the same, smart smart dog but there is a turn "off" button. A lot of people were impressed by her. I was telling this guy about a bc I am babysitting while my client is on vacation and its one of those BC's bred for "work" blah blah blah....well this poor dog spends almost every waking moment looking for shadows to chase, she can't relax and its so sad...and there's my two Hollowshot BC's , both smart, could do any sport and or anything you would want them to do , and yet, they can relax !!!! Thank You Maxine for breeding truly all around BC's , not crazy obsessive BC's. Hope to talk to you soon. hugs Brenda

 

Hi Maxine, Almost a year ago now, we came to visit Coby as a puppy with the rest of his litter. It's hard to beleive that the little guy that once resembled a groundhog grew up into this beautiful Border Collie. He is amazingly well behaved and intellegent; not to mention incredibally handsome! He has won a fair share of photo contests with that irresistable face of his! He has just completed his beginner obedience class last month. He graduated top of the class (no surprise there!) And next week he will be taking his CGN test. He is so docile, that the first time we took him to the vets, he almost fell asleep on the table while they were administering his shots. And he is an absolute dream when grooming him. He treats getting his nails clipped as if he were a human getting a manicure! I went back to your site to check the pictures and found Coby's grandfather Flint, we were amazed by the resemblence Coby shares with him! There are huge plans for Coby this year including Flyball, Agility and Therapy work! He learns so quickly and he's just so happy to perform anything we ask him to do, it is amazing! I have attatched a few photos, but I will send a few more that are more focused on him (hopefully). I can't thank you enough for Coby, he is one beautiful animal and our lives as we know it would be much different without him! Emma

 

Hi Maxine: I've been wanting to send this e-mail for quite some time. Last November we purchased a border collie pup from you (his father was a working dog from BC). It didn't take long for Diego to win our hearts over and take his place in our family. He has been everything we could have hoped for and more. Although, we got him as a companion for my son Dylan he seems to have developed a special relationship with every member of our family. He intuitively finds a common ground with all and wins their love and his. We wouldn't be a family without him. Besides people commenting that Diego is the most handsome 'border collie' they have ever seen, everyone can't believe how well behaved Diego is and gentle. Like I said he seems to know that with women and small children he can't roughhouse like he can with Dylan or myself. We all wanted to write and say what a joy it has been having Diego in our family and to thank you for the responsible way you breed and screen prospective clients. We would surely like to visit again so that you can meet Diego. We also would like to have the privilege of owning another Hollowshot Border Collie in the future. Warm Regards, The Graham's - Tyler, Elaine, Dylan & Sydney

 

Hello Maxine, We were fortunate to acquire one of your pups on December 20th, 2004. "Shade" has become an essential member of our family providing us all with love and amusement. Even on the long drive back to Owen Sound he was quiet and alert and seemed content. He has grown from an adorable, chubby bundle of fuzz into a very handsome, well-behaved gentleman. We have been attending classes regularly, starting with socialization then basic good manners. We now go to agility classes on Wednesday evenings and have a great time with the tunnels, jumps, teeter board etc. Our trainer thinks Shade is a remarkable dog and can't believe how calm and attentive he is. I'm sure that she must think that we practise a lot through the week but, the truth is that Shade just seems to know what to do after being shown once. Everywhere we go people comment on how handsome Shade is and what a beautiful shiny coat he has. Our vet was so impressed with him that she asked for his breeder's information and plans to contact you about a pup at some time. We are a sailing family and are thrilled that Shade has adapted to being on the boat quickly. He loves to sit up at the bow sniffing the breeze then finds the most comfy spot and settles in for a long nap, [always wearing a lifejacket of course]. He stole our hearts the moment we first set eyes on him and we can't imagine ever being without him. Thank-you for breeding such an exceptional animal and allowing us to bring him into our home. He is a true gem! Gordon, Lindsey, Stuart and Fraser Taylor