Cheryl,
Thought I would drop you a line about Cheyenne. We just got back from South Dakota Oct. 31, 2005 and wow did she do good but I'll start from the
beginning. From day 1 she has been the best dog money can buy. House breaking and crate training were a breeze. She is VERY smart and catches on to
everything easily. In the past few months I've been taking her to a dog trainer off and on and have been working with her on the things she learned in
between. Here's a quote from my dog trainer." I'm not sure where you got this puppy from but HOLY COW do they know how to breed a dog". He is a
full time trainer and always has 8-10 client dogs and says there's not a dog that comes through his kennel like this and would put her up against 90% of
all the dogs and she would show them up. When people around here talk about a steady dog they consider a 3 minute point rock solid. About a month ago
we put a bird out for her and she pointed over 30 minutes without as much as even a creep. And when we flushed the bird and harvested it she retrieved
like you wouldn't believe. All of this at 9 MONTHS OLD!!. We have even as much as taken our training birds and dropped them at her feet and flew them
between her nose and the pointed bird and she won't break!!!! She also is very strong at backing/honoring another dogs point. All this came natural with no
training at all. When we were in South Dakota we had 4 people hunting behind her and my other puppy and we had our limit every day (12 per day) in less
than 4 hours per day. That's hunting all public land too!!!! Cheyenne stuck probably 75% of all the birds we harvested and honored on all the points from
the other puppy. Not to mention retrieving every bird the other puppy didn't. She would go just wide open from the time you let her out into the field
until you put her back in the box. To say the least she is bird crazy. Then when you go from the field to home you get a completely different dog. You get
in the house and she's super mellow and lays by your feet. If you seen her in the house you would probably think this lazy dog couldn't hunt if she wanted
to. I've had tons of compliments about how pretty she is too. I actually have people that want to reserve puppies out of her first litter. I tell them it
will be a year and a few months and they say they will gladly wait. I tell a lot of people about your web site too. Thanks again for a puppy of this caliber.
M. Schmidt
Stratford, WI
Hi Cheryl,
I named him "Leupold" Leo for short, he is the smartest little guy I've ever seen. I've been working him on obedience and he is amazing. I heard stories
from people that Shorthairs are hard headed and hard to train, but Leo is anything but. He is perfect and is going to make a excellent gun dog. I'm so
excited because this is my first time training a dog, and it is going perfect. His parent must be awesome! Thanks for keeping in touch... When he gets
older I will take pictures of him hunting and email them to you. Leo is awesome he's my baby boy bird hunter. We had a great season lots of great points
and flushes, and awesome retrieves. Leo loves to go swimming, so I'm working on water retrieves with him now that the water is warming up. Just like
everything, he is taking to it like a duck to water.
K. Lenz
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Hello Cheryl!
Just wanted to drop you a line and some pictures of our wonderful pups! Sadie is absolutely wonderful. Extremely smart and obedient. She has all the
basic commands down pat, and we'll start table work with her in the next month or so. No aversion to water at all as she was going crazy trying to get in
the hot tub with us last night! We'll wait for a little warmer weather before taking her for a swim though. We took both dogs to a spot loaded with wild
bird scent, and they both proved to have exceptional noses. Mitzy saw her first pheasant last week while walking with Dick, and he said she was
extremely excited about it. We're really looking forward to working with these dogs on a hunt. Both dogs get to spend nearly every day together, and
are great friends. They keep our 5yr old 130lb Rottweiler "Baron" busy all day! As you can see in the pic's. they all get along extremely well. Sadie loves
to stand up on Baron's back to get a better view of things. Anyway, hope all goes well at your kennel, and if you ever need a reference in our area, feel
free to use us.
Thanks again for 2 terrific pets!
Forrest & Suzanne Price
Lewiston, ID
Cheryl,
Just thought I'd update you on Sophie. She is now in her third week of training. Andrew and I spent all day today (well actually every Saturday) watching
her work, and being trained ourselves. She is doing great, she is a much better student than some of the other dogs. Actually most of the other dogs are
Labs, it's a California thing. They train them for dual purpose i.e. upland game and waterfowl. I have to say some of them are very hard headed and need
lots of correction. I on the other hand have an upland dog that will work waterfowl. You should see her retrieve, makes no difference to her land or
water. The best part about Sophie is that she needs minimal correction, when training, she really is a quick learner. In just two more weeks I will be
shooting birds over her, and I think in three more months I'll have a super gun dog. After her training is concluded I'm thinking of entering her in some
AKC hunt tests for pointing breeds. I really think she could work up to the master hunter title without too much of a problem. To your credit everyone
who has seen her work, points out that she is very well bred. Again thank you for a very wonderful pet and hunting companion.
I'll keep you updated,
J. Lusch
Norwalk, CA
HI Cheryl,
Sorry it's take so long to let you know how Pearl is doing. I don't have pictures yet but (my brother has the camera) this last February, Pearl hunted
around 110 quail and 40 pheasants. Her nose is outstanding I hate to admit it but she's better at 14 months than my last GSP at 7 years. Thanks again!
E. Janssen
Colorado
Dear Cheryl,
I wanted to contact you to let you know how well our GSP Grady is doing - from Molly's litter 2 years ago. She is absolutely awesome. She is a very close
part of our family in every way. For starters - she is gorgeous. It never ceases to amaze me how many compliments we get when we go anywhere as to
what a beautiful dog she is. Grady is petite under 50 pounds and has been a wonderful house dog. Her temperament is fabulous, our 7 and 8 year old roll
around with her and play with her everyday and she loves to play and can be very protective of our home. When taken into the field, she transforms from
a house dog to a dutiful hunter, very obedient, tremendous natural ability, great nose, great retriever and an energy level to hunt for 3-4 hours solid -
and perhaps best of all she has a great personality. We take her everywhere and she has made a wonderful addition to our family. We are looking
forward to breeding her perhaps next year. Just wanted to give you an update.
Thanks.
B. Munholland
Cheryl,
Just wanted to give a shout out and let you know that Justice is doing very well as a Narcotic Detection dog. At 6 months old, she has about 8 month of
training left but she is already beating the certified detection dogs. Thanks again for breeding such wonderful pups. Please let me know when you intend
to have another litter because Justice has proven you a reliable and professional breeder.
Thanks again,
Geoff R.
Police Officer (Nevada)
Hi Cheryl,
I just wanted to tell you that Heidi is doing very well. She has been retrieving doves. At first she watched the older dogs. And was a little hard mouth
and didn't want to give the bird up. But over a few days that all changed. And she finds the bird and brings it right back to Cel. When they are hunting
she is very involved. She watches everything that is around her. Next Sat. is chucker hunting so she will have a new bird to find. We believe she is going
to be a excellent bird dog. And we love her. Last week we took them all camping so I got some nice pictures of her. So I'll send some soon ok. Hope all is
fine with you and the family.
Take Care, and Thank you,
D. Lorenzie
Challis, ID.
Cheryl,
He's 1 now!! So handsome and such a devoted friend. He demands remarks of splendor from all that see him. His hunting abilities and lines are very
apparent as he knows all sorts of neat tricks in the field and in the water. He leaps like a gazelle in the tall grass and charges the water like no dog I
have ever seen in life on tv! Mister B is a true athlete and does it just for fun. Not even interested in yummy treats, just doing the trick and getting
praise. He amazes me every day and is still very excited about lots of new things. The world is so wonderful to him. He is quit affectionate.
So I stumbled across a local agility school in North Salem NY. http://www.contactagility.org/ I've met a few Viszla's that perform there as well as
some Portuguese Water Dogs. Mister B runs circles around them and does so much more so I am excited to get him involved and show off his skills. I'll
add some more champion titles to the line. I believe he is that good so I'll give him the chance to prove it. It will be good for both of us. I am out of
tricks to teach him and he would love the environment and opportunity to perform.
He is spectacular and a textbook example of what a pointer should be, in my eyes at least. I've been telling lots of folks about Idaho Hunting Dogs so
maybe I'll see some relatives out east here soon enough. You breed the best.
Thanks Again,
C. Mitchell
New York
Thought I would drop you a line about Cheyenne. We just got back from South Dakota Oct. 31, 2005 and wow did she do good but I'll start from the
beginning. From day 1 she has been the best dog money can buy. House breaking and crate training were a breeze. She is VERY smart and catches on to
everything easily. In the past few months I've been taking her to a dog trainer off and on and have been working with her on the things she learned in
between. Here's a quote from my dog trainer." I'm not sure where you got this puppy from but HOLY COW do they know how to breed a dog". He is a
full time trainer and always has 8-10 client dogs and says there's not a dog that comes through his kennel like this and would put her up against 90% of
all the dogs and she would show them up. When people around here talk about a steady dog they consider a 3 minute point rock solid. About a month ago
we put a bird out for her and she pointed over 30 minutes without as much as even a creep. And when we flushed the bird and harvested it she retrieved
like you wouldn't believe. All of this at 9 MONTHS OLD!!. We have even as much as taken our training birds and dropped them at her feet and flew them
between her nose and the pointed bird and she won't break!!!! She also is very strong at backing/honoring another dogs point. All this came natural with no
training at all. When we were in South Dakota we had 4 people hunting behind her and my other puppy and we had our limit every day (12 per day) in less
than 4 hours per day. That's hunting all public land too!!!! Cheyenne stuck probably 75% of all the birds we harvested and honored on all the points from
the other puppy. Not to mention retrieving every bird the other puppy didn't. She would go just wide open from the time you let her out into the field
until you put her back in the box. To say the least she is bird crazy. Then when you go from the field to home you get a completely different dog. You get
in the house and she's super mellow and lays by your feet. If you seen her in the house you would probably think this lazy dog couldn't hunt if she wanted
to. I've had tons of compliments about how pretty she is too. I actually have people that want to reserve puppies out of her first litter. I tell them it
will be a year and a few months and they say they will gladly wait. I tell a lot of people about your web site too. Thanks again for a puppy of this caliber.
M. Schmidt
Stratford, WI
Hi Cheryl,
I named him "Leupold" Leo for short, he is the smartest little guy I've ever seen. I've been working him on obedience and he is amazing. I heard stories
from people that Shorthairs are hard headed and hard to train, but Leo is anything but. He is perfect and is going to make a excellent gun dog. I'm so
excited because this is my first time training a dog, and it is going perfect. His parent must be awesome! Thanks for keeping in touch... When he gets
older I will take pictures of him hunting and email them to you. Leo is awesome he's my baby boy bird hunter. We had a great season lots of great points
and flushes, and awesome retrieves. Leo loves to go swimming, so I'm working on water retrieves with him now that the water is warming up. Just like
everything, he is taking to it like a duck to water.
K. Lenz
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Hello Cheryl!
Just wanted to drop you a line and some pictures of our wonderful pups! Sadie is absolutely wonderful. Extremely smart and obedient. She has all the
basic commands down pat, and we'll start table work with her in the next month or so. No aversion to water at all as she was going crazy trying to get in
the hot tub with us last night! We'll wait for a little warmer weather before taking her for a swim though. We took both dogs to a spot loaded with wild
bird scent, and they both proved to have exceptional noses. Mitzy saw her first pheasant last week while walking with Dick, and he said she was
extremely excited about it. We're really looking forward to working with these dogs on a hunt. Both dogs get to spend nearly every day together, and
are great friends. They keep our 5yr old 130lb Rottweiler "Baron" busy all day! As you can see in the pic's. they all get along extremely well. Sadie loves
to stand up on Baron's back to get a better view of things. Anyway, hope all goes well at your kennel, and if you ever need a reference in our area, feel
free to use us.
Thanks again for 2 terrific pets!
Forrest & Suzanne Price
Lewiston, ID
Cheryl,
Just thought I'd update you on Sophie. She is now in her third week of training. Andrew and I spent all day today (well actually every Saturday) watching
her work, and being trained ourselves. She is doing great, she is a much better student than some of the other dogs. Actually most of the other dogs are
Labs, it's a California thing. They train them for dual purpose i.e. upland game and waterfowl. I have to say some of them are very hard headed and need
lots of correction. I on the other hand have an upland dog that will work waterfowl. You should see her retrieve, makes no difference to her land or
water. The best part about Sophie is that she needs minimal correction, when training, she really is a quick learner. In just two more weeks I will be
shooting birds over her, and I think in three more months I'll have a super gun dog. After her training is concluded I'm thinking of entering her in some
AKC hunt tests for pointing breeds. I really think she could work up to the master hunter title without too much of a problem. To your credit everyone
who has seen her work, points out that she is very well bred. Again thank you for a very wonderful pet and hunting companion.
I'll keep you updated,
J. Lusch
Norwalk, CA
HI Cheryl,
Sorry it's take so long to let you know how Pearl is doing. I don't have pictures yet but (my brother has the camera) this last February, Pearl hunted
around 110 quail and 40 pheasants. Her nose is outstanding I hate to admit it but she's better at 14 months than my last GSP at 7 years. Thanks again!
E. Janssen
Colorado
Dear Cheryl,
I wanted to contact you to let you know how well our GSP Grady is doing - from Molly's litter 2 years ago. She is absolutely awesome. She is a very close
part of our family in every way. For starters - she is gorgeous. It never ceases to amaze me how many compliments we get when we go anywhere as to
what a beautiful dog she is. Grady is petite under 50 pounds and has been a wonderful house dog. Her temperament is fabulous, our 7 and 8 year old roll
around with her and play with her everyday and she loves to play and can be very protective of our home. When taken into the field, she transforms from
a house dog to a dutiful hunter, very obedient, tremendous natural ability, great nose, great retriever and an energy level to hunt for 3-4 hours solid -
and perhaps best of all she has a great personality. We take her everywhere and she has made a wonderful addition to our family. We are looking
forward to breeding her perhaps next year. Just wanted to give you an update.
Thanks.
B. Munholland
Cheryl,
Just wanted to give a shout out and let you know that Justice is doing very well as a Narcotic Detection dog. At 6 months old, she has about 8 month of
training left but she is already beating the certified detection dogs. Thanks again for breeding such wonderful pups. Please let me know when you intend
to have another litter because Justice has proven you a reliable and professional breeder.
Thanks again,
Geoff R.
Police Officer (Nevada)
Hi Cheryl,
I just wanted to tell you that Heidi is doing very well. She has been retrieving doves. At first she watched the older dogs. And was a little hard mouth
and didn't want to give the bird up. But over a few days that all changed. And she finds the bird and brings it right back to Cel. When they are hunting
she is very involved. She watches everything that is around her. Next Sat. is chucker hunting so she will have a new bird to find. We believe she is going
to be a excellent bird dog. And we love her. Last week we took them all camping so I got some nice pictures of her. So I'll send some soon ok. Hope all is
fine with you and the family.
Take Care, and Thank you,
D. Lorenzie
Challis, ID.
Cheryl,
He's 1 now!! So handsome and such a devoted friend. He demands remarks of splendor from all that see him. His hunting abilities and lines are very
apparent as he knows all sorts of neat tricks in the field and in the water. He leaps like a gazelle in the tall grass and charges the water like no dog I
have ever seen in life on tv! Mister B is a true athlete and does it just for fun. Not even interested in yummy treats, just doing the trick and getting
praise. He amazes me every day and is still very excited about lots of new things. The world is so wonderful to him. He is quit affectionate.
So I stumbled across a local agility school in North Salem NY. http://www.contactagility.org/ I've met a few Viszla's that perform there as well as
some Portuguese Water Dogs. Mister B runs circles around them and does so much more so I am excited to get him involved and show off his skills. I'll
add some more champion titles to the line. I believe he is that good so I'll give him the chance to prove it. It will be good for both of us. I am out of
tricks to teach him and he would love the environment and opportunity to perform.
He is spectacular and a textbook example of what a pointer should be, in my eyes at least. I've been telling lots of folks about Idaho Hunting Dogs so
maybe I'll see some relatives out east here soon enough. You breed the best.
Thanks Again,
C. Mitchell
New York
Hi Cheryl,
Just thought I would let you know how the little boy did this weekend. I could not be any happier with his performance in the field. He did a wonderful
job of staying at a reasonable distance, has a great nose and had some very fine points. We hunted quail and between the two of us hunting we shot 30
birds in two days, most of which were over Matty's points. He did a great job pointing entire coveys and single birds as well as the pheasant we ran into.
He also hunted with another dog and they worked very well together. I was surprised to see him actually back Charlie a couple of times and he didn't
flush any of the birds Charlie pointed. We still have a bit of work to do on his retrieves but he showed some good signs of retrieval after he followed
Charlie on a retrieve. Sunday he actually got in the brush and retrieved a bird we could have never gotten without him. Matty never broke and chased
birds after his points and did a great job of re-pointing a couple of singles after the covey flushed.
All in all I think we have a real stud on our hands here. It was a really special and neat experience to hunt with him and have him do so well on his
seven-month birthday. I have plenty of pictures of him and the birds and I will send copies as soon as I have them developed.
Cheryl, thank you so much for this great pup. He is all I could have expected in a young dog and he will be a wonderful hunting companion for a lot of years
to come!
I hope all is well and I hope to hear from you soon.
K. Knowles
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Just thought I would let you know how the little boy did this weekend. I could not be any happier with his performance in the field. He did a wonderful
job of staying at a reasonable distance, has a great nose and had some very fine points. We hunted quail and between the two of us hunting we shot 30
birds in two days, most of which were over Matty's points. He did a great job pointing entire coveys and single birds as well as the pheasant we ran into.
He also hunted with another dog and they worked very well together. I was surprised to see him actually back Charlie a couple of times and he didn't
flush any of the birds Charlie pointed. We still have a bit of work to do on his retrieves but he showed some good signs of retrieval after he followed
Charlie on a retrieve. Sunday he actually got in the brush and retrieved a bird we could have never gotten without him. Matty never broke and chased
birds after his points and did a great job of re-pointing a couple of singles after the covey flushed.
All in all I think we have a real stud on our hands here. It was a really special and neat experience to hunt with him and have him do so well on his
seven-month birthday. I have plenty of pictures of him and the birds and I will send copies as soon as I have them developed.
Cheryl, thank you so much for this great pup. He is all I could have expected in a young dog and he will be a wonderful hunting companion for a lot of years
to come!
I hope all is well and I hope to hear from you soon.
K. Knowles
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Cheryl and Mark,
Thanks for all your quality care and effort - it really makes a person purchasing a dog feel good to know you and your husband are fine enthusiastic
breeders. Hope you enjoyed our Christmas photo of Angus at 7 months old. He's really beautiful. He's extremely intelligent and is a joy every day and
loved like crazy by my husband and I and our three boys. He gets his leash from the kitchen counter where we keep it and brings it to us and sits down
and if we don't get the message, he goes to the door with it.I tell him calmly, "no bark...quiet" and that if he continues to bark he will go in his crate.
With that, he makes a little grumbling noise and stops barking. He picked out and carried away each of his five Christmas presents from everyone else
presents under the tree. He spends quality quiet time on the couch every night with my husband and I for an hour or so before going to bed. When he's
ready for bed, he quietly gets up and leaves for his crate. He goes outside in our backyard and stands at the fence and barks every day to call his old
yellow lab friend to come outside. The lab comes out and I guess Angus doesn't understand why his friend just stands there quietly and doesn't share
his enthusiasm. If we don't come right away to let Angus back inside from the backyard, a few minutes later we routinely hear the back doorbell ring.
The boys always say, "who's at the door," then end up asking, "oh...it's just Angus?"Angus goes for many rides in the car, and sits patiently and waits for
us while we go in a store for a minute. You both have socialized the puppies so well that every time someone goes by the car, Angus wags his tail like he's
found his lost pal. I recently read, by the way, that it's crucial at an early puppy age to have as much human bonding and closeness as possible in order to
develop a happy adult dog that has had good early human trust and love experiences. Angus is so affectionate and happy all the time. Never has he shown
any anger or aggression. When I go occasionally to get the boys at the High School, one of my sons will ask to take Angus on his leash to show him off. My
son says everyone loves our pointer, especially the girls. Then, four or five boys pack into our car, with Angus ending up on their laps spread out. He's
been pointing since the first day we got him home from his plane ride. We've started taking him to some large open fields soon, and we've been reading
books on hunting training. He has an exuberance and excitement in the field that we don't see in him anywhere else. We're very sure its from his fine
hereditary hunting lines from both his mother and father's side. We'll be sure in the future to take some hunting pictures and send them on to you. On
lead, he heels by my side like a prince, with paws kicking as he prances like a show dog making his run. He will go into a long sit-stay position and has the
patience of a saint-dog until he gets the come command. Angus has been taught by my youngest son to shake. Whenever he deems it necessary to get
something from him, he sits and automatically gives him his paw. He back talks regularly if he doesn't like something, and has some work to do on that!!I
have some pumpkin Halloween pictures to send to you, but that will come later. Hope this gives you an idea of what this puppy's like. He's a character to
say the least. If we ever get another dog, it will be from you all. Have a great, peaceful holiday,
C. Lanspery
Sandy Hook, CT
-----Original Message-----
From: Lanspery, C.
Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 12:31 PM
To: 'Exclusivebreeders.com , Debbie & Jean'
Subject: RE: Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen of Idaho Hunting Dogs
Hello Debbie. I am glad to have an opportunity to comment on Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen's breeder services. I have had, on two separate occasions, a
wonderful experience dealing with them.
1. I was researching in 2002 on the Internet for a good breeder for German Shorthair Pointers, with a strong background in the breed, along with good
lines, and championships, in addition to good hunting styles in previous generations. I found their website, which was one of the first ones that came up
on my search. I had called several facilities in the U.S. to speak to them directly, and ask about their practices and routines for acquiring a dog from
them. I found Mark and Cheryl to be very professional, extremely friendly and wanting to assist, and very knowledgeable of the breed and who these
dogs should and should not be with.
2. I live in Connecticut and have not ever had the opportunity to be at their facility. Given that fact, Cheryl and Mark both have on several occasions
provided recorded footage of their puppies sleeping, feeding, playing in their yard and in their puppy pens and sleeping quarters, alone and with Cheryl
and Mark.
3. I have only the footage and photos to describe their breeding living quarters, but I feel confident based on my friendship with Cheryl and Mark to
say that they keep consistent cleanliness standards with their dogs at all times.
4. I purchased two dogs from Mark and Cheryl. Each of them was shipped by air to me at three months old.
5. Along with my dogs I received booklets on the breed, many links to websites for additional information, and detailed instructions on how to
indoctrinate your dogs into your lifestyle to minimize problems with the puppy and the family. I also received frequent and friendly calls from both
Cheryl and Mark to check in and determine if the puppy was becoming acclimated to its new living situation. Because of their open communication style, I
was able to call any time I had a question, and get more than enough information. Particularly, they assisted me with my first dog in training when he was
rebellious, and what directions to take with him. I simply had to follow their training suggestions, and today my dogs are much more manageable when
they could be quite unruly for their breed if not allowed the exercise and structure they need.
6. I received my papers with my dogs each time they were shipped, and I picked my dogs up at the airport along with everything necessary for them,
including all innoculation records to date, etc.
7. From the very beginning of my dog purchasing process, Cheryl and Mark were open, honest, friendly, and anxious to provide me with whatever
information I needed to make a good decision. This is because they truly love all their puppies and want the best for them and know that, that only
happens when the breeder is very involved in helping the potential customers decide what will work best for everyone. I am always pleasantly surprised
to receive emails from Mark and Cheryl. We stay in touch throughout the year, usually monthly or even more often. They have become family to our
family, and I send them pictures of the dogs and update them periodically. If I ever get the opportunity to do so, I would purchase a third dog from
them (although two is enough for me right now.)
Please don't hesitate to contact me at any time to further discuss this wonderful breeding facility. My two dogs are very important family members to
me, and I love them. They bring so much enjoyment in my life.
Best Regards,
C. Didona
Debbie &Jean
Exclusivebreeders.com,
Recently you sent me an e-mail regarding Cheryl and Mark Matthiesen of "Idaho Hunting Dogs". I would be more than happy to answer the questions.
#1. How do you know this breeder? I know Mark and Cheryl through a puppy I purchased from them.
#2. Have you ever been to this kennel? Yes I have.
#3. Can you describe the kennel? The kennel consisted of a very LARGE fenced in back yard with plenty of room to exercise and also had very nice
housing. From what I could tell the dogs were raised inside and were put in the outside fence to exercise and go to the bathroom. It was kept very clean
and seemed to be very safe as far as not being able to escape.
#4. How old was the puppy/dog you purchased? The puppy I purchased was around 9 weeks when I picked her up.
#5. Did you receive advise on how to care for this breed of dog? Yes, I was informed on how much to feed, when to feed, and what to feed. I was also
given all the information on what shots she was given and what shots needed to be given and when to give them.
#6. Did you get the registration papers and did you receive them in a timely manner? Yes I was given the AKC papers the day I picked the puppy up since
the litter was already registered. I was also given help filling out the registration papers in my name to avoid any errors or delays.
#7 Do you have any extra comments? FOR SURE!!!!!!!!!!! Mark and Cheryl are very dedicated in breeding a quality puppy. All potential buyers are screened
before a puppy will be sold to them as these puppies are like children to them. Looking at the effort they put into breeding a puppy and the effort they
put into being sure the puppies are placed in a good home it is obvious they are not puppy millers or back yard breeders. They have been very helpful with
answering all my questions about both of my German Shorthaired Pointers whether it is the one I bought from them or the one I purchased from another
breeder. They have a lot of knowledge about the breed and are always more than happy to share it with me. I am so impressed in their breeding program
I actually have a puppy reserved from an up coming litter. If I had to rate this breeder on a scale from 1-10? I would SERIOUSLY give them a 15!!!!!
Thanks for giving me a chance to answer these questions and I hope it helped you out.
M. Schmidt
Stratford, WI
June 6, 2007
Mark and Cheryl Matthiesen
Idaho Hunting Dogs
Shelley, Idaho
Dear Mark and Cheryl,
You all probably have a bunch of these but let me add ours to the lot. As you know, after 7 weeks of anticipation we picked up IHD’s Herr Ingel von
Schultz’s Gunter at the Charleston, SC airport. It is always an anxious moment to see if ones personal expectations are going to be met, especially when
purchasing a puppy from afar. The purchaser relies heavily on the statements and representations of the breeder as to the overall and specific quality,
traits, personalities, and potential. When this guy popped out of the crate we knew we had secured a phenomenal animal. He was clean, alert, confident,
and perfect in physical stature. As I mentioned, we have been searching for three years to find the “right” GSP to replace our original Schultz. I have
been on hundreds of web sites, made even more phone calls, and have visited over 50 kennels. None of the breeders met our requirements for a true to
form, even tempered, multi-purpose “Kurzhund”.
I would like to personally thank you both for your efforts in breeding the highest quality GSP’s. Many people go through life not knowing what a quality
bred dog is supposed to look and act like. We know the difference. “Gunter” is a welcomed addition to our family; we can’t wait to start him on birds
this November. I have no doubt he is going to develop into an outstanding dog!
Thanks for all of your time in keeping us updated with e-mails and pictures during the entire 7 weeks.
Best regards,
Marty, Susie and Anne Marie Maghakian
This is from a Dutchess & Fritz pup 2007:
Hi Mark, Hi Cheryl,
I don't know if Kath emailed you about our last chukkar hunt with the dogs or not. If not, let me know, and I'll have her send some pictures. Anyway, last
Saturday we went to our favorite hunting place "Big cottonwood". Kath chose to "man the camera", so I was the solo hunter. They released 8 chukkar,
within 45 minutes we had walked up to the area, found all 8 birds, shot 7 (somebody blew an easy shot.......actually, 3 shots...... blamed it on the sun),
returned back to the camp with 7 chukkar in our bag and proceeded to tell Benton (the owner), that this isn't any fun..... With these dogs that we have, it
only takes about 15 minutes to find 8 chukkar. So he sent us down to a lower field that had already been hunted earlier in the day to see if they had
missed anything. These dogs were just warming up, they wanted to do some more hunting. The dogs proceeded to find 1 more chukar and 2 pheasants.
The last trip out, Maxx didn't find any of the birds, but he honored all of Lacey's points and retrieved all of the birds. This time he found/pointed over
half of the birds. He either found 6 or 7 of the 11 birds (I can't remember which). Maxx went on point in some super short grass, Kath said that he was
probably pointing a mouse, but she called Lacey over anyway. Lacey went on point also, almost immediately a pheasant flew out of the short grass in the
middle of them. I shot it, but it hit the ground running. Lacey was in front of Maxx, but she doesn't quite know what to do with a runner, so Maxx ran
around her, swooped up the pheasant by the butt and kept on running back to us. He didn't hardly even slow down. I wish that I had the whole thing on
video. Anyway, Kath was pretty embarrassed, she said that that is the last time that she will ever question the dogs. Roy had taught me that same
valuable lesson many times over the years. It was fun to see it happen to someone else.
Maxx is unbelievable for a 5 1/2 month old puppy. Roy never really came around until he reached about 2 years old, so this is very exciting for me. I
won't bore you by telling you about each of his points and retrieves, because I'm sure that you've seen the same thing thousands of times before. I
have a very hard time comprehending how he can be so good and still be so young.
Maxx had grown quite a bit since Benton had seen him 3 weeks ago, he said, "Man, you always have such big, good looking dogs, how do you do it?" Kath
told him that it was lots of TLC.
Right now, I'm fight a cold (and the cold in winning), as soon as I get it whipped, we're going back out to Big cottonwood. I told my friend (who owns
Lacey's daddy), that my Christmas gift to him was a hunt with his dog and ours. I'll let you know what happens.
p.s. Sure wish that you could have seen our smiles on the way home.
Take Care,
Ken
Thanks for all your quality care and effort - it really makes a person purchasing a dog feel good to know you and your husband are fine enthusiastic
breeders. Hope you enjoyed our Christmas photo of Angus at 7 months old. He's really beautiful. He's extremely intelligent and is a joy every day and
loved like crazy by my husband and I and our three boys. He gets his leash from the kitchen counter where we keep it and brings it to us and sits down
and if we don't get the message, he goes to the door with it.I tell him calmly, "no bark...quiet" and that if he continues to bark he will go in his crate.
With that, he makes a little grumbling noise and stops barking. He picked out and carried away each of his five Christmas presents from everyone else
presents under the tree. He spends quality quiet time on the couch every night with my husband and I for an hour or so before going to bed. When he's
ready for bed, he quietly gets up and leaves for his crate. He goes outside in our backyard and stands at the fence and barks every day to call his old
yellow lab friend to come outside. The lab comes out and I guess Angus doesn't understand why his friend just stands there quietly and doesn't share
his enthusiasm. If we don't come right away to let Angus back inside from the backyard, a few minutes later we routinely hear the back doorbell ring.
The boys always say, "who's at the door," then end up asking, "oh...it's just Angus?"Angus goes for many rides in the car, and sits patiently and waits for
us while we go in a store for a minute. You both have socialized the puppies so well that every time someone goes by the car, Angus wags his tail like he's
found his lost pal. I recently read, by the way, that it's crucial at an early puppy age to have as much human bonding and closeness as possible in order to
develop a happy adult dog that has had good early human trust and love experiences. Angus is so affectionate and happy all the time. Never has he shown
any anger or aggression. When I go occasionally to get the boys at the High School, one of my sons will ask to take Angus on his leash to show him off. My
son says everyone loves our pointer, especially the girls. Then, four or five boys pack into our car, with Angus ending up on their laps spread out. He's
been pointing since the first day we got him home from his plane ride. We've started taking him to some large open fields soon, and we've been reading
books on hunting training. He has an exuberance and excitement in the field that we don't see in him anywhere else. We're very sure its from his fine
hereditary hunting lines from both his mother and father's side. We'll be sure in the future to take some hunting pictures and send them on to you. On
lead, he heels by my side like a prince, with paws kicking as he prances like a show dog making his run. He will go into a long sit-stay position and has the
patience of a saint-dog until he gets the come command. Angus has been taught by my youngest son to shake. Whenever he deems it necessary to get
something from him, he sits and automatically gives him his paw. He back talks regularly if he doesn't like something, and has some work to do on that!!I
have some pumpkin Halloween pictures to send to you, but that will come later. Hope this gives you an idea of what this puppy's like. He's a character to
say the least. If we ever get another dog, it will be from you all. Have a great, peaceful holiday,
C. Lanspery
Sandy Hook, CT
-----Original Message-----
From: Lanspery, C.
Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 12:31 PM
To: 'Exclusivebreeders.com , Debbie & Jean'
Subject: RE: Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen of Idaho Hunting Dogs
Hello Debbie. I am glad to have an opportunity to comment on Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen's breeder services. I have had, on two separate occasions, a
wonderful experience dealing with them.
1. I was researching in 2002 on the Internet for a good breeder for German Shorthair Pointers, with a strong background in the breed, along with good
lines, and championships, in addition to good hunting styles in previous generations. I found their website, which was one of the first ones that came up
on my search. I had called several facilities in the U.S. to speak to them directly, and ask about their practices and routines for acquiring a dog from
them. I found Mark and Cheryl to be very professional, extremely friendly and wanting to assist, and very knowledgeable of the breed and who these
dogs should and should not be with.
2. I live in Connecticut and have not ever had the opportunity to be at their facility. Given that fact, Cheryl and Mark both have on several occasions
provided recorded footage of their puppies sleeping, feeding, playing in their yard and in their puppy pens and sleeping quarters, alone and with Cheryl
and Mark.
3. I have only the footage and photos to describe their breeding living quarters, but I feel confident based on my friendship with Cheryl and Mark to
say that they keep consistent cleanliness standards with their dogs at all times.
4. I purchased two dogs from Mark and Cheryl. Each of them was shipped by air to me at three months old.
5. Along with my dogs I received booklets on the breed, many links to websites for additional information, and detailed instructions on how to
indoctrinate your dogs into your lifestyle to minimize problems with the puppy and the family. I also received frequent and friendly calls from both
Cheryl and Mark to check in and determine if the puppy was becoming acclimated to its new living situation. Because of their open communication style, I
was able to call any time I had a question, and get more than enough information. Particularly, they assisted me with my first dog in training when he was
rebellious, and what directions to take with him. I simply had to follow their training suggestions, and today my dogs are much more manageable when
they could be quite unruly for their breed if not allowed the exercise and structure they need.
6. I received my papers with my dogs each time they were shipped, and I picked my dogs up at the airport along with everything necessary for them,
including all innoculation records to date, etc.
7. From the very beginning of my dog purchasing process, Cheryl and Mark were open, honest, friendly, and anxious to provide me with whatever
information I needed to make a good decision. This is because they truly love all their puppies and want the best for them and know that, that only
happens when the breeder is very involved in helping the potential customers decide what will work best for everyone. I am always pleasantly surprised
to receive emails from Mark and Cheryl. We stay in touch throughout the year, usually monthly or even more often. They have become family to our
family, and I send them pictures of the dogs and update them periodically. If I ever get the opportunity to do so, I would purchase a third dog from
them (although two is enough for me right now.)
Please don't hesitate to contact me at any time to further discuss this wonderful breeding facility. My two dogs are very important family members to
me, and I love them. They bring so much enjoyment in my life.
Best Regards,
C. Didona
Debbie &Jean
Exclusivebreeders.com,
Recently you sent me an e-mail regarding Cheryl and Mark Matthiesen of "Idaho Hunting Dogs". I would be more than happy to answer the questions.
#1. How do you know this breeder? I know Mark and Cheryl through a puppy I purchased from them.
#2. Have you ever been to this kennel? Yes I have.
#3. Can you describe the kennel? The kennel consisted of a very LARGE fenced in back yard with plenty of room to exercise and also had very nice
housing. From what I could tell the dogs were raised inside and were put in the outside fence to exercise and go to the bathroom. It was kept very clean
and seemed to be very safe as far as not being able to escape.
#4. How old was the puppy/dog you purchased? The puppy I purchased was around 9 weeks when I picked her up.
#5. Did you receive advise on how to care for this breed of dog? Yes, I was informed on how much to feed, when to feed, and what to feed. I was also
given all the information on what shots she was given and what shots needed to be given and when to give them.
#6. Did you get the registration papers and did you receive them in a timely manner? Yes I was given the AKC papers the day I picked the puppy up since
the litter was already registered. I was also given help filling out the registration papers in my name to avoid any errors or delays.
#7 Do you have any extra comments? FOR SURE!!!!!!!!!!! Mark and Cheryl are very dedicated in breeding a quality puppy. All potential buyers are screened
before a puppy will be sold to them as these puppies are like children to them. Looking at the effort they put into breeding a puppy and the effort they
put into being sure the puppies are placed in a good home it is obvious they are not puppy millers or back yard breeders. They have been very helpful with
answering all my questions about both of my German Shorthaired Pointers whether it is the one I bought from them or the one I purchased from another
breeder. They have a lot of knowledge about the breed and are always more than happy to share it with me. I am so impressed in their breeding program
I actually have a puppy reserved from an up coming litter. If I had to rate this breeder on a scale from 1-10? I would SERIOUSLY give them a 15!!!!!
Thanks for giving me a chance to answer these questions and I hope it helped you out.
M. Schmidt
Stratford, WI
June 6, 2007
Mark and Cheryl Matthiesen
Idaho Hunting Dogs
Shelley, Idaho
Dear Mark and Cheryl,
You all probably have a bunch of these but let me add ours to the lot. As you know, after 7 weeks of anticipation we picked up IHD’s Herr Ingel von
Schultz’s Gunter at the Charleston, SC airport. It is always an anxious moment to see if ones personal expectations are going to be met, especially when
purchasing a puppy from afar. The purchaser relies heavily on the statements and representations of the breeder as to the overall and specific quality,
traits, personalities, and potential. When this guy popped out of the crate we knew we had secured a phenomenal animal. He was clean, alert, confident,
and perfect in physical stature. As I mentioned, we have been searching for three years to find the “right” GSP to replace our original Schultz. I have
been on hundreds of web sites, made even more phone calls, and have visited over 50 kennels. None of the breeders met our requirements for a true to
form, even tempered, multi-purpose “Kurzhund”.
I would like to personally thank you both for your efforts in breeding the highest quality GSP’s. Many people go through life not knowing what a quality
bred dog is supposed to look and act like. We know the difference. “Gunter” is a welcomed addition to our family; we can’t wait to start him on birds
this November. I have no doubt he is going to develop into an outstanding dog!
Thanks for all of your time in keeping us updated with e-mails and pictures during the entire 7 weeks.
Best regards,
Marty, Susie and Anne Marie Maghakian
This is from a Dutchess & Fritz pup 2007:
Hi Mark, Hi Cheryl,
I don't know if Kath emailed you about our last chukkar hunt with the dogs or not. If not, let me know, and I'll have her send some pictures. Anyway, last
Saturday we went to our favorite hunting place "Big cottonwood". Kath chose to "man the camera", so I was the solo hunter. They released 8 chukkar,
within 45 minutes we had walked up to the area, found all 8 birds, shot 7 (somebody blew an easy shot.......actually, 3 shots...... blamed it on the sun),
returned back to the camp with 7 chukkar in our bag and proceeded to tell Benton (the owner), that this isn't any fun..... With these dogs that we have, it
only takes about 15 minutes to find 8 chukkar. So he sent us down to a lower field that had already been hunted earlier in the day to see if they had
missed anything. These dogs were just warming up, they wanted to do some more hunting. The dogs proceeded to find 1 more chukar and 2 pheasants.
The last trip out, Maxx didn't find any of the birds, but he honored all of Lacey's points and retrieved all of the birds. This time he found/pointed over
half of the birds. He either found 6 or 7 of the 11 birds (I can't remember which). Maxx went on point in some super short grass, Kath said that he was
probably pointing a mouse, but she called Lacey over anyway. Lacey went on point also, almost immediately a pheasant flew out of the short grass in the
middle of them. I shot it, but it hit the ground running. Lacey was in front of Maxx, but she doesn't quite know what to do with a runner, so Maxx ran
around her, swooped up the pheasant by the butt and kept on running back to us. He didn't hardly even slow down. I wish that I had the whole thing on
video. Anyway, Kath was pretty embarrassed, she said that that is the last time that she will ever question the dogs. Roy had taught me that same
valuable lesson many times over the years. It was fun to see it happen to someone else.
Maxx is unbelievable for a 5 1/2 month old puppy. Roy never really came around until he reached about 2 years old, so this is very exciting for me. I
won't bore you by telling you about each of his points and retrieves, because I'm sure that you've seen the same thing thousands of times before. I
have a very hard time comprehending how he can be so good and still be so young.
Maxx had grown quite a bit since Benton had seen him 3 weeks ago, he said, "Man, you always have such big, good looking dogs, how do you do it?" Kath
told him that it was lots of TLC.
Right now, I'm fight a cold (and the cold in winning), as soon as I get it whipped, we're going back out to Big cottonwood. I told my friend (who owns
Lacey's daddy), that my Christmas gift to him was a hunt with his dog and ours. I'll let you know what happens.
p.s. Sure wish that you could have seen our smiles on the way home.
Take Care,
Ken
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Here's what our friends and clients have to say about the pups they have gotten from us. These are not here
I haven't listed them all. But this will give you an idea of they pups we produce at Idaho Hunting Dogs. We
keep in touch with all our pup owners. We are only a phone call, email, or visit away. Thank you...
CLICK HERE FOR MORE TESTIMONIALS NOT ON THIS PAGE (just scroll down to testimonials)
I haven't listed them all. But this will give you an idea of they pups we produce at Idaho Hunting Dogs. We
keep in touch with all our pup owners. We are only a phone call, email, or visit away. Thank you...
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THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS I COPIED FROM THINGS PEOPLE SAID ON WWW.GUNDOGBREEDERS.COM
Submitted by: Joseph P. Granto
Extremely nice people to do business with. The GSP pup is 6 mo. old and is already bringing full grown cock birds to me. Great nose and she locks up solid with just a
little cohersion (still a pup). I can't say enough about there breeding capabilities for great hunting dogs.
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Submitted by: Jennifer Jaffe
We would without hesitation recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs for anyone looking for incredibly smart and athletic dogs who are equally comfortable out in the field, in
agility, or curled up on the couch in your home. While we don't hunt, our Idaho Hunting Dog - Tyr - has the most beautiful and steady point I've ever seen naturally on
a dog. She is frighteningly smart, very quick to learn, and has always received clean bills of health from our vet. She is also a true joy in our home, playful and loving
with people she knows and yet wary of strangers and always lets out a warning bark if someone approaches the house which is very much appreciated as we live in a
city. All in all - Mark and Cheryl breed amazing GSP's and while we hope the day never comes when we do need another dog, if/when it does we would gladly
contact them again.
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Submitted by: Joy DaviS
We have the smartest ever! He is such a great dog. We drove all the way across Idaho to get him and it was WELL WORTH IT!
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Submitted by: Curtis John Mitchell on Nov 13, 2009
I got more than just an absolutely perfect and brilliant German Shorthaired Pointer I named Mister Benson from Cheryl and Mark at Idaho Gun Dogs. I got 3 life long
friend in Mister Benson, Cheryl and Mark. I think the first thing you will come to understand with Cheryl and Mare of Idaho Gun Dogs is that everything is done with
love. They love there dogs, they love there puppies, they surround them with love, and it creates the most beautiful and brilliant GSP's imaginable. Its been 6 years
since I took responsibility of Mister Benson and I couldn't be more grateful about the entire experience. Thank You Cheryl and Mark for everything!!
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Submitted by: Shane & Mandy Brooks
Mark and Cheryl were and have been absolutely amazing! A friend of mine recommended them and I am so happy she did. We have had Me'sha for just over two
years now and she has been nothing but a blessing! Mark and Cheryl continue to keep in touch and want to see pictures! They truly care about the animals they are
breeding!!
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Submitted by: russ hall
I really appreciate Mark and Cheryl @Idaho hunting dogs. And all the extras they do for me and my dog.I sent my dog that i purchased from Mark and Cheryl to a
professional trainer. After two months this so called trainer told me,quote "He is untrainable and he was going to hurt someone you should put him down."Mark came
and got me and Tazz (my dog). And proceeded to help me with my problem.In the first day my dog was showing points ,retrieving and all the basics. Now after two
years i have a great dog and great friends all off one bad experience. And I'll always remember Mark telling me "Just let him be a dog its in their instincts to hunt."Have
hunted with 8 or 9 of the dogs they produce and wow they all hunt well. And have great dispositions. Now I am patiently waiting for my second pup.
I highly recommend Mark and Cheryl's dogs for anybody that wants a great dog and a couple of great friends.
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Submitted by: sarah krenzke on Nov 13, 2009
We got two of our gsp's from Cheryl and Mark. The first one, a pup from Molly and Phoenix came to us via flight from Boise to Houston. Cheryl and Mark never lost
contact with us and when our boy Bandit died two year's later in a tragic accident they were so supportive and kind. They contacted us two months later to let us
know about a half brother to Bandit who was not being well cared for and needed a new home. We took this dog who was 1.5 years old at the time and again Cheryl
and Mark were so concerned about him and how he adapted to our home. They are still in touch with us and check in to ask about Junior every so often. I have to say
that Cheryl and Mark are wonderful breeders who take such an interest in their dogs. Also, I should mention, when we got our puppy from them originally, he was
virtually house trained when he arrived! The dog's temperaments are wonderful, they are kind, intelligent loving dogs.
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Submitted by: Rick DeHart on Nov 13, 2009
The owners of Idaho hunting dogs go out of their way to make sure that their dogs are going to safe and loving homes. I recently purchased a dog from Cheryl and had
to have him flown to Milwaukee. You could tell a real professional planned the flight well. I couldn't have been happier. Lucy is well on her way to becoming a top
notch bird dog.
Thanks again Cheryl.
RIck DeHart Beloit Wisconsin
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Submitted by: Neal Morse on Nov 13, 2009
I am still so happy with our 6 year old female GSP. Mochi is extremely intelligent and athletic and at the same time gentle and affectionate with children. A true
testimony to how and Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen from Idaho Hunting Dogs nurtured her as a pup. Mochi was much easier to train and stays closer to me during hunts
than my other GSP from another breeder. Our Mochi is white with a brown heart on her right side and solid muscle. In the field she is alert and freezes her point until I
flush the bird. Mochi is an amazing creature to watch thanks to Cheryl and Mark.
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Submitted by: Sara on Nov 13, 2009
Last October I called up Mark and Cheryl because they had a 4 month old GSP. I ended up not getting that pup, but they were so helpful. They really wanted to
make sure that I got the right GSP for me. (They even gave me contact info of other breeders!) That's what sealed the deal for me. I wanted to work with Mark and
Cheryl when I got my GSP, and in May 2009, my pup was born. They made me feel like I was part of the process the whole way, sending pictures weekly, and some
videos too. I -highly- recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs. They are breeding family/hunting dogs. Just like their webpage says, you're not just getting a dedicated hunting
dog, you're getting a new family member.
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Submitted by: Lois Parker on Nov 13, 2009
I have had my GSP for a week, she is 8 weeks old and very smart. She already goes to the door when she needs to go out. Mark & Cheryl with Idaho Hunting Dogs
are great people and love their dogs. They emailed pictures & live video constantly to show the growth & development of the litter. I had a great expericence with
them and would definitely go back to purchase another one.
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Submitted by: Raquel Wheeler on Nov 13, 2009
We purchased a GSP from Idaho Hunting Dogs and I definately would again. Our puppy has a great personality, Mark & Cheryl definately spend quality time with all
of the puppies. They also make sure you are involved as the puppies grow. The pictures they take are fabulous.
Sincerely,
Raquel Wheeler
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Submitted by: Richard Burns on Nov 13, 2009
German Shorthair; female; 5 years old; beautiful, healthy, great disposition; overall experience with the breeder was excellent; would purchase another pup without any
reservations; highly recommend this breeder.
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Submitted by: Darby Smith on Nov 13, 2009
I bought a GSP from Cheryl and Mark. If you have been to their home it is plain to see that they love their animals and care about where they are placed. Uli (ooo-lee)
has been a great hunting companion and I am glad that I was able find a reputable couple to buy him from. He turned 5 this year and has been great to have around.
He loves to hunt and would go all day, every day if I would let him. I don't think you can go wrong in buying from Cheryl and Mark.
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Submitted by: Floyd W. Chase on Nov 13, 2009
I purchase a great German Shorthair from Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen, Idaho Hunting Dogs about four years ago. It was the best experience I had in buying a hunting
dog. Cheryl kept me up to date from time the pup was born, when he got his shots everything, I need to know. she also sent me pictures of him almost weekly. Dakota
is my fifth hunting dog and he is a great one. He in the field about 40 day a year and never has any health problems. He just a great bird dog from a great dog breeder.
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Submitted by: Richard C Williams on Nov 13, 2009
I have two of Cheryl's puppies, Mitzi a GSP bitch that I acquired at age 8 weeks and Buddy a GSP dog also at 8 weeks...there is about two year differential in
ages..they are absolutely wonderful , loving, easy to work with, get along with others,,I couldnt ask for better dogs..Mitzi is about seven years old and Buddy is about
five...no health problems..by the way, they really do like to hunt...Dick Williams
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Submitted by: Jennifer Jaffe on Nov 13, 2009
We would without hesitation recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs for anyone looking for incredibly smart and athletic dogs who are equally comfortable in the field, in
agility, or curled up on the couch in your home. While we don't hunt, our Idaho Hunting Dog - Tyr - has the most beautiful and steady point I've ever seen naturally on
a dog. She is frighteningly smart, very quick to learn, and has always received clean bills of health from our vet. She is also a true joy in our home, playful and loving
with people she knows and yet wary of strangers and always lets out a warning bark if someone approaches the house which is very much appreciated as we live in a
city. All in all - Mark and Cheryl breed amazing GSP's and while we hope the day never comes when we do need another dog, if/when it does we would gladly
contact them again.
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Submitted by: Marshall on Nov 13, 2009
We have the honor of raising 2 GSP's from Mark and Cheryl. Both pups are from Fritz and Dutchess. They have incredible drive and are very eager to please. When
you take one of their pups out you are guaranteed to have the attractive dogs in the field!
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Submitted by: Ken Johnson on Nov 13, 2009
We purchased "Maxx" a little over 2 years ago from Mark and Cheryl of Idaho Hunting dogs. Maxx is probably the best investment that I have ever made. Over my
many years,I have had some top notch hunting dogs to compare Maxx to, and I expect to see even greater things from him. It had been my experience that a hunting
dog doesn't really come around until they reach the magic age of 2 years old. Maxx has been the exception to this rule. Maxx was pointing and retrieving birds at 5
months old, and he just keeps getting better.
Mark and Cheryl run a first rate kennel. What impressed me the most about them was that their dogs are part of their family (as are my dogs). Their dogs share their
house with them (again, as do ours). This isn't just a business for Mark and Cheryl, it'a a passion that they truly love. When Mark and Cheryl visited Las Vegas, they
came by our house to visit. I'm not sure if they came by to visit my wife and I or to visit Maxx. But it is so obvious that they truly love their dogs. Should I live long
enough that I should ever have the need for another hunting dog, I will definitely get in touch with Mark and Cheryl and tell them that I want to keep with Maxx's blood
line. Thanks to Mark and Cheryl for sharing Maxx with me.
Ken Johnson
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Submitted by: Ryan Welch on Nov 13, 2009
I got my GSP from Cheryl & family 8 years ago at 11 weeks,and Gracie has been the best hunter and companion I could have asked for...Her second to none
instincts made her a joy to train. Gracie's socialization as a pup paid big dividends as she is a very fair tempered, smart, and loveable dog. I would definitely
recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs to anyone in the market for a first-rate hunting dog and/or a first-rate companion!
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Submitted by: Aaron Buffardi on Nov 13, 2009
I have received a pup from IHD this past July. I have been nothing but impressed with the quality of the dogs, pups, the and facilities. The care and dedication to the
breed as well as the breeding process that IHD exhibit exceeds all expectations I ever had as I entered the world of dog ownership and sorting thru potential breeders.
I got pete home at 8 weeks, he was house trained for the most part, would come when called, and was set on a feeding/toilet schedule that just easily transferred over
to my home. IHD understand the needs of this breed and provide you with all the necessary information and details to make the transition from their home to your
home. When the time comes to bring another member into my pack, there is only one place I know I will go to for the highest quality of dog, and relationship with
people who share the same passion for this breed of wonderful dogs.
Dr Aaron O Buffardi DPT
Submitted by: Joseph P. Granto
Extremely nice people to do business with. The GSP pup is 6 mo. old and is already bringing full grown cock birds to me. Great nose and she locks up solid with just a
little cohersion (still a pup). I can't say enough about there breeding capabilities for great hunting dogs.
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Submitted by: Jennifer Jaffe
We would without hesitation recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs for anyone looking for incredibly smart and athletic dogs who are equally comfortable out in the field, in
agility, or curled up on the couch in your home. While we don't hunt, our Idaho Hunting Dog - Tyr - has the most beautiful and steady point I've ever seen naturally on
a dog. She is frighteningly smart, very quick to learn, and has always received clean bills of health from our vet. She is also a true joy in our home, playful and loving
with people she knows and yet wary of strangers and always lets out a warning bark if someone approaches the house which is very much appreciated as we live in a
city. All in all - Mark and Cheryl breed amazing GSP's and while we hope the day never comes when we do need another dog, if/when it does we would gladly
contact them again.
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Submitted by: Joy DaviS
We have the smartest ever! He is such a great dog. We drove all the way across Idaho to get him and it was WELL WORTH IT!
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Submitted by: Curtis John Mitchell on Nov 13, 2009
I got more than just an absolutely perfect and brilliant German Shorthaired Pointer I named Mister Benson from Cheryl and Mark at Idaho Gun Dogs. I got 3 life long
friend in Mister Benson, Cheryl and Mark. I think the first thing you will come to understand with Cheryl and Mare of Idaho Gun Dogs is that everything is done with
love. They love there dogs, they love there puppies, they surround them with love, and it creates the most beautiful and brilliant GSP's imaginable. Its been 6 years
since I took responsibility of Mister Benson and I couldn't be more grateful about the entire experience. Thank You Cheryl and Mark for everything!!
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Submitted by: Shane & Mandy Brooks
Mark and Cheryl were and have been absolutely amazing! A friend of mine recommended them and I am so happy she did. We have had Me'sha for just over two
years now and she has been nothing but a blessing! Mark and Cheryl continue to keep in touch and want to see pictures! They truly care about the animals they are
breeding!!
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Submitted by: russ hall
I really appreciate Mark and Cheryl @Idaho hunting dogs. And all the extras they do for me and my dog.I sent my dog that i purchased from Mark and Cheryl to a
professional trainer. After two months this so called trainer told me,quote "He is untrainable and he was going to hurt someone you should put him down."Mark came
and got me and Tazz (my dog). And proceeded to help me with my problem.In the first day my dog was showing points ,retrieving and all the basics. Now after two
years i have a great dog and great friends all off one bad experience. And I'll always remember Mark telling me "Just let him be a dog its in their instincts to hunt."Have
hunted with 8 or 9 of the dogs they produce and wow they all hunt well. And have great dispositions. Now I am patiently waiting for my second pup.
I highly recommend Mark and Cheryl's dogs for anybody that wants a great dog and a couple of great friends.
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Submitted by: sarah krenzke on Nov 13, 2009
We got two of our gsp's from Cheryl and Mark. The first one, a pup from Molly and Phoenix came to us via flight from Boise to Houston. Cheryl and Mark never lost
contact with us and when our boy Bandit died two year's later in a tragic accident they were so supportive and kind. They contacted us two months later to let us
know about a half brother to Bandit who was not being well cared for and needed a new home. We took this dog who was 1.5 years old at the time and again Cheryl
and Mark were so concerned about him and how he adapted to our home. They are still in touch with us and check in to ask about Junior every so often. I have to say
that Cheryl and Mark are wonderful breeders who take such an interest in their dogs. Also, I should mention, when we got our puppy from them originally, he was
virtually house trained when he arrived! The dog's temperaments are wonderful, they are kind, intelligent loving dogs.
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Submitted by: Rick DeHart on Nov 13, 2009
The owners of Idaho hunting dogs go out of their way to make sure that their dogs are going to safe and loving homes. I recently purchased a dog from Cheryl and had
to have him flown to Milwaukee. You could tell a real professional planned the flight well. I couldn't have been happier. Lucy is well on her way to becoming a top
notch bird dog.
Thanks again Cheryl.
RIck DeHart Beloit Wisconsin
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Submitted by: Neal Morse on Nov 13, 2009
I am still so happy with our 6 year old female GSP. Mochi is extremely intelligent and athletic and at the same time gentle and affectionate with children. A true
testimony to how and Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen from Idaho Hunting Dogs nurtured her as a pup. Mochi was much easier to train and stays closer to me during hunts
than my other GSP from another breeder. Our Mochi is white with a brown heart on her right side and solid muscle. In the field she is alert and freezes her point until I
flush the bird. Mochi is an amazing creature to watch thanks to Cheryl and Mark.
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Submitted by: Sara on Nov 13, 2009
Last October I called up Mark and Cheryl because they had a 4 month old GSP. I ended up not getting that pup, but they were so helpful. They really wanted to
make sure that I got the right GSP for me. (They even gave me contact info of other breeders!) That's what sealed the deal for me. I wanted to work with Mark and
Cheryl when I got my GSP, and in May 2009, my pup was born. They made me feel like I was part of the process the whole way, sending pictures weekly, and some
videos too. I -highly- recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs. They are breeding family/hunting dogs. Just like their webpage says, you're not just getting a dedicated hunting
dog, you're getting a new family member.
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Submitted by: Lois Parker on Nov 13, 2009
I have had my GSP for a week, she is 8 weeks old and very smart. She already goes to the door when she needs to go out. Mark & Cheryl with Idaho Hunting Dogs
are great people and love their dogs. They emailed pictures & live video constantly to show the growth & development of the litter. I had a great expericence with
them and would definitely go back to purchase another one.
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Submitted by: Raquel Wheeler on Nov 13, 2009
We purchased a GSP from Idaho Hunting Dogs and I definately would again. Our puppy has a great personality, Mark & Cheryl definately spend quality time with all
of the puppies. They also make sure you are involved as the puppies grow. The pictures they take are fabulous.
Sincerely,
Raquel Wheeler
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Submitted by: Richard Burns on Nov 13, 2009
German Shorthair; female; 5 years old; beautiful, healthy, great disposition; overall experience with the breeder was excellent; would purchase another pup without any
reservations; highly recommend this breeder.
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Submitted by: Darby Smith on Nov 13, 2009
I bought a GSP from Cheryl and Mark. If you have been to their home it is plain to see that they love their animals and care about where they are placed. Uli (ooo-lee)
has been a great hunting companion and I am glad that I was able find a reputable couple to buy him from. He turned 5 this year and has been great to have around.
He loves to hunt and would go all day, every day if I would let him. I don't think you can go wrong in buying from Cheryl and Mark.
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Submitted by: Floyd W. Chase on Nov 13, 2009
I purchase a great German Shorthair from Mark & Cheryl Matthiesen, Idaho Hunting Dogs about four years ago. It was the best experience I had in buying a hunting
dog. Cheryl kept me up to date from time the pup was born, when he got his shots everything, I need to know. she also sent me pictures of him almost weekly. Dakota
is my fifth hunting dog and he is a great one. He in the field about 40 day a year and never has any health problems. He just a great bird dog from a great dog breeder.
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Submitted by: Richard C Williams on Nov 13, 2009
I have two of Cheryl's puppies, Mitzi a GSP bitch that I acquired at age 8 weeks and Buddy a GSP dog also at 8 weeks...there is about two year differential in
ages..they are absolutely wonderful , loving, easy to work with, get along with others,,I couldnt ask for better dogs..Mitzi is about seven years old and Buddy is about
five...no health problems..by the way, they really do like to hunt...Dick Williams
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Submitted by: Jennifer Jaffe on Nov 13, 2009
We would without hesitation recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs for anyone looking for incredibly smart and athletic dogs who are equally comfortable in the field, in
agility, or curled up on the couch in your home. While we don't hunt, our Idaho Hunting Dog - Tyr - has the most beautiful and steady point I've ever seen naturally on
a dog. She is frighteningly smart, very quick to learn, and has always received clean bills of health from our vet. She is also a true joy in our home, playful and loving
with people she knows and yet wary of strangers and always lets out a warning bark if someone approaches the house which is very much appreciated as we live in a
city. All in all - Mark and Cheryl breed amazing GSP's and while we hope the day never comes when we do need another dog, if/when it does we would gladly
contact them again.
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Submitted by: Marshall on Nov 13, 2009
We have the honor of raising 2 GSP's from Mark and Cheryl. Both pups are from Fritz and Dutchess. They have incredible drive and are very eager to please. When
you take one of their pups out you are guaranteed to have the attractive dogs in the field!
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Submitted by: Ken Johnson on Nov 13, 2009
We purchased "Maxx" a little over 2 years ago from Mark and Cheryl of Idaho Hunting dogs. Maxx is probably the best investment that I have ever made. Over my
many years,I have had some top notch hunting dogs to compare Maxx to, and I expect to see even greater things from him. It had been my experience that a hunting
dog doesn't really come around until they reach the magic age of 2 years old. Maxx has been the exception to this rule. Maxx was pointing and retrieving birds at 5
months old, and he just keeps getting better.
Mark and Cheryl run a first rate kennel. What impressed me the most about them was that their dogs are part of their family (as are my dogs). Their dogs share their
house with them (again, as do ours). This isn't just a business for Mark and Cheryl, it'a a passion that they truly love. When Mark and Cheryl visited Las Vegas, they
came by our house to visit. I'm not sure if they came by to visit my wife and I or to visit Maxx. But it is so obvious that they truly love their dogs. Should I live long
enough that I should ever have the need for another hunting dog, I will definitely get in touch with Mark and Cheryl and tell them that I want to keep with Maxx's blood
line. Thanks to Mark and Cheryl for sharing Maxx with me.
Ken Johnson
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Submitted by: Ryan Welch on Nov 13, 2009
I got my GSP from Cheryl & family 8 years ago at 11 weeks,and Gracie has been the best hunter and companion I could have asked for...Her second to none
instincts made her a joy to train. Gracie's socialization as a pup paid big dividends as she is a very fair tempered, smart, and loveable dog. I would definitely
recommend Idaho Hunting Dogs to anyone in the market for a first-rate hunting dog and/or a first-rate companion!
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Submitted by: Aaron Buffardi on Nov 13, 2009
I have received a pup from IHD this past July. I have been nothing but impressed with the quality of the dogs, pups, the and facilities. The care and dedication to the
breed as well as the breeding process that IHD exhibit exceeds all expectations I ever had as I entered the world of dog ownership and sorting thru potential breeders.
I got pete home at 8 weeks, he was house trained for the most part, would come when called, and was set on a feeding/toilet schedule that just easily transferred over
to my home. IHD understand the needs of this breed and provide you with all the necessary information and details to make the transition from their home to your
home. When the time comes to bring another member into my pack, there is only one place I know I will go to for the highest quality of dog, and relationship with
people who share the same passion for this breed of wonderful dogs.
Dr Aaron O Buffardi DPT