German Shepherds in Florida

We love to hear from our customers. We’re happy to share a few testimonials from people who are enjoying their German Shepherds from Berg Quella Kennel.

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About Our Customer Testimonials

Any photos you see on this website (except on pedigree/or sires in Europe) are of dogs that I have personally produced from my excellent German Shepherd lines. All photos are either what I personally took of my dogs and puppies or are pictures my buyers have sent me of the dog/puppy they got from my kennel.

Jennifer Fine

Hi Linda,

I want to thank you for a wonderful addition to our family. Lola is so well socialized – she fit right in with Max (our 18 mo old GSD) and they are already playing like old friends. Everyone who sees her (the entire island it would seem) stops to say how beautiful she is.

She is coming along well with her training, and only had one accident the first day. She has learned to love her crate-well, at least tolerate it and is bouncing along, healthy as can be. She has an amazing amount of self confidence, and is totally fearless. I cannot wait to see the adult she becomes.
I will keep you updated with pictures as she grows.

Jennifer Fine
Manager SAP Recruiting
JDC Group

Thought you might like to see how gorgeous Lola is!

Katherine Pearce

Linda,

Just wanted to touch base with you about our puppy, Merlin that we purchased from you in April, 2009. He’s just over a year old now and is the most amazing dog. He’s so intelligent and protective. He weighs in at just over 100 lbs. now. I would like to thank you for breeding such high quality dogs. Attached is photo of Merlin.

Thanks Again,
Katherine Pearce

Cindy

Linda,

Birdie and Bogie are wonderful dogs!!
They have received their CGC & Agility titles.
We are now working on Advanced Agility.
We love our dogs!!

Cindy

Lori Burbank

Linda,

Schatzi (peanut) is the BEST dog i’ve ever seen. She’s so smart and sweet, doesn’t cry in her crate, when we go for walks she stops when my daughter starts getting to far behind to wait for her, she’s starting to get such a personality! Thanks so much! Let me know if these pictures didn’t work.

Hi Linda,
Schatzi won a pet trick prize. I am sending some pics and a copy of her certificate.

She is such a beautiful and amazingly intelligent dog- this prize was for playing soccer.

thanks again,
Lori Burbank

Ed and Tammy Rockhold

We acquired our first Import from Linda Strand – dog laying – on right side of picture.

We now have 3 Imports & co-own a Black and Red male with Linda.

Ed and Tammy Rockhold
shepherdsranch

Ed and Tammy Rockhold's German Shepherds

Delmar, Barbara, Rebecca and Cameron

Hello Linda and Emma!

Sorry it has been so long for an update! I hope you can see in the picture that she is just growing every day and getting absolutely smarter everyday! My vet says she is a perfect pup; our puppy class trainer says she has had really good breeding; and of course you know that we think she is pretty wonderful too!

She came here house trained (thank you so much) and we are working on her little manners and she goes in her crate easily, she is making and holding eye contact with me, sits on command, and waits patiently for food.
When we take her outside at night she has her cute little gsd stance if there is something she isn’t sure of and isn’t fearful of anything! And she goes wherever I go! She does want to grab my ankles sometimes but she is learning that if she does I will walk away from her and she does not like that at all! She greets all her visitors that have come to meet her with kisses and a wagging tail!

The two older dogs are very patient with her and love to play! I was a little worried at first, but shouldn’t have been!

Thank you so much for our sweet Abby Clare!
Delmar, Barbara, Rebecca and Cameron

Hank Wahlers

My first dog from my daughter Linda, was Shally, we just put her down at 14 yrs old. My fathers day present was Duke. He is the most intelligent Shepherd I have ever owned!! He understands every command I give him! Knows each toy by name & he loves to swim in the Pond and play in the Snow.

At 11 months he was 96 lbs, & now he is 28 inches tall and 102 lbs !! The vets love him & his health is excellent. He just sired his first litter – 8 pups! A woman from ‘Germany’ bought 3 of them!

Hank Wahlers, upstate NY
Linda’s dad

Joe (Polk County Sheriff)

Linda,

Hi, I’m sorry I have not keep in touch. How are you and Emma doing? I will be sending your Pictures of Storm Berg Quella. He is great. Very smart. I am so please with him! I joined TOP DAWG SCHUTZHUND CLUB. ”Everyone” is so impressed with his bite work AND drive. All I hear is how great he is doing in Schutzhund!

talk soon
Joe
(Polk County Sheriff)

Donnie Guffey

I bought a beautiful and very intelligent German Shepherd puppy from Linda in June 2004. I have always been extremely happy with my puppy.

“Tasha” is a fantastic pet and is quickly making her mark in the AKC Rally show ring. She has “placed” in every show she has competed in and has earned her Rally Novice title. When I am ready to breed Tasha, Linda is the ONLY one I trust to find me an acceptable male to breed to my girl. I will be also be getting another shepherd puppy from Linda in the near future for my son to train and take into the AKC circuit. If you want quality and a breeder that will stand behind her puppies, call Linda.

Donnie Guffey
Retired Deputy Sherrif

Tasha is from Zilly (sire Sch3/dam Sch1) and Nomar show points/OFA (Ch parents).

Donnie’s son David bought his first German Shepherd puppy T-Pol, a solid black from Berg Quella. Donnie & David have titled these dogs in Rally and Obedience.

Tasha is OFA, has all her Rally & CD titles!

T-Pol just earned all her Rally titles & now going for CD!

Donnie has yet another dog from me, (T-pol & Tasha above)

Cisco and now has a litter due from Cisco and T-Pol summer of 2012!

Lori Quast

Linda,

I just wanted to let you know that Baron is an amazing puppy. I have had Shepherds all my life but never one that has been so alert & so intelligent at this age. He has already picked up where things are after only one day. I kept his kennel in the laundry room and i put him to bed around10:00. I got up at 1:30 am 3:30am and again at 5:30am (probably overkill but i know he was so lonely his first night without his family) to let him out. He held it and has not had one accident yet (And he was in the house all day yesterday!) He went potty everytime i took him out. Anyways, I am so grateful for such a wonderful puppy. I will get you some photos in the few days. Thank you very much, He is truly amazing!!

Sincerely, Lori Quast

Linda

Just wanted to send a couple of pics of Baron to show you how handsome he is. He started his first protection introduction class yesterday. The trainer said in 18 yrs. he has only had 2 puppies before Baron go after the whip when they were introduced to it the first time. When he brought that whip out and started using it Baron went crazy!! He was lunging at him snarling and barking trying to get to that whip. Then he would grab the towel and shake it and growl. He has great nerve, nothing rattles him and he is intimidated by nothing. He is doing great at obedience as well. Very good at his sit, down, heel and stays. I take him with me whenever i can. He is such an intelligent and well balanced dog. It’s so funny, since the day i got him if he hears children (especially little girls) playing somewhere he goes crazy trying to get to them so he can play. I tell people it’s because of Emma, he remembers!! Well, I hope everything is well,

Take Care, Lori.

P.S. Next time I will try to get some more “action” in his photos instead of him just lounging around!

Ty and Nancy

Linda,

My wife and I have spent some time on your website and taken a close look at the pedigrees of your litter’s mother and father. We want one of the puppies for sure. We prefer a male. Please tell us how to proceed from here. What convinced us without actually seeing the puppies is the fact that our recently departed Rex von Merlene and your Amina seem to us to be from the same blood lines. Take a peek. We’ll bring the papers on our dog just as a matter of interest.

We don’t want to miss out on this opportunity and would like to send a deposit sight unseen.

Just wanted to let you know that all went very well on the trip home yesterday with Max. He slept in Nancy’s arms most of the way. Not bad. He’s eating and sleeping and peeing and doing all those puppy things. King, the 8 year old GSD and he are getting along great. Max only woke up and whined twice last night. Other than that he slept. Good boy !

I am amazed that he has taken to walking on a leash already. A little balking at first but then he was fine with it. We put on leash when we take him out the front door.We’re going to take him to a puppy kindergarten in a couple of weeks. It’s put on my the Brevard Kennel Club so we hope it’s good.Nancy (my wife) and I are so pleased to have been guided to you!

Thank you for our new family member, you have brought such Joy to our lives.

attached is an updated picture of Max.

Liz Rollo

Hi Linda,

My name is liz rollo and we bought a opus puppy\selly puppy from you in september of 2009 she was born on 7/8/2009. she is a wonderful dog. we are looking for another puppy in the near future and i was wondering if there are any opus puppies available? if not do you have any pupppies available in a month or so we would perfer a blk and tan male puppy but are really not picky on color. i have attached a couple of pics of our girl Bia (her reg name is ophilia von rollo but we call her Bia) . She is a wonderful dog. and when we started discussing a new one you were the first person i thought of for a new pal for bia. please let me know if you have any opus puppies planned or let me know what you might be having available soon.

thank you
liz rollo
7/23/11

Joe Galan

Hi Linda,

I just want to give you an up date on Storm. He is doing great!!
I will be going for his BH in December and hopefully soon after that for his Schutzhund one.
Everyone in the Club can’t believe how well he is doing.
I had a guy offer to buy him. I told him no!
I was also asked if I wanted to breed him to their female. I told them, I will have to get the okay from the breeder. I am sending you some pics on his bite work.
It’s a trial on December 08. I will let you know information on next meeting which is next month. The trial is going to be held in the club field. I cant wait for you to see him!

(Storm received his BH – Congratulations!!!)

Joe Galan, President
Tampa Bay Working Dog Schutzhund Club
863-632-1990

Officer Galan receiving Sch1 with Storm. Way to go Storm!

Mary Pizzi

Hello Linda and Emma!

Bella is growing like a weed and I thought you might like to see how she looks at 7 months. She weighs 59.4 lbs today. She has really bonded with my husband, David. She follows him everywhere. I think she will be his running companion when she gets older.

She has been through training with private lessons at home and socialization at Pet Smart. Our vet is very impressed with her good nature. At our last puppy check up, Bella actually jumped into her lap. Her bark when she is playing has a high pitch. But when she sees something that should not be there it changes to a very low bark with her hair on her back standing up.
Thanks for such a wonderful puppy. She really fits into our family very well. Enjoy the pictures. I’ll send more as she gets bigger.

Mary Pizzi

Hope this note finds you both doing well and enjoying the Christmas season!

Well, Bella is now 1 year old. Hard to believe – she has grown so much. She is such a bright spot in our lives. She loves to play frisbee, anytype of ball, and is doing very well in our “search” game. We hide a toy then ask her to search. Boy, the nose goes to the ground and air until she finds it. She also gives the local squirrels a run for their money. She walks through the yard like she is a member of Seal Team Six – then she runs after them while they jump into the trees and take off. She will lay at the bottom of the tree and wait, thinking that is their only way back down. Sending a couple of pictures to show you how pretty she is. She is 98% black and 2% tan. Just Beautiful! We took her to the vet for her “manicure” and she weighed in at 81 pounds. Guess we will need to take her on longer walks.

Take care,
Mary Pizzi

Elaine Gail Federico

Hi Linda and Emma.

Midnight is doing SO wonderfully! What a super, super dog. He is 8 months old now and around 70 pounds. We have had individual training at home and also in a class being held at our local veterinarian’s office. He gets compliments all the time on his excellent behavior. Everybody remarks on how “calm” he is, and how he is not a barker. When I walk him, sometimes other neighborhood dogs are running around loose and they come up to him. He is NEVER aggressive. He is always looking to be friendly and meet new dogs. Even if he is provoked, he does not attack other dogs. He always looks to me for a command, and he is very focused, with excellent eye contact. He is a pleasure to walk and play with. We go down to a nearby field in my subdivision and throw balls. He’s very good at fetching! I don’t let him get too tired, though, because it’s so hot out and he is black. The one funny thing about him is that he’s a very sloppy drinker! I sometimes wonder if any of the water makes it into his mouth!!!

Recently, we were over at my sister-in-law’s house, and there were other dogs around. A little 2 year old girl wandered into the room where I was staying with the dogs, and she began to pull the other dogs’ ears and tails. I didn’t know what her name was, and she didn’t speak English, so I couldn’t get her to stop. I yelled for someone to get her parents so they could get her to stop hurting the dogs. Do you know that she grabbed Midnight’s forehead and squished it, before I could stop her, and he did NOTHING! He was so patient and good. The other dogs yelped and snapped at her, but he was so generous with the child. It’s good to know he has this wonderful, balanced temperament.

We can take him for walks along Park Avenue in Winter Park, where it is very dog friendly, and he stays with us at the restaurant while we eat on the patio and enjoys a milk bone or chew toy. He’s a great dining companion. Most people don’t even know he’s around, unless they want to say how beautiful he is. German Shepherds get a lot of attention.

I just wanted to update you on our wonderful puppy. My mom routinely checks your web site for new puppies in case you have any females who are more tan than black. She likes the Rin-Tin-Tin style. I’m very happy with my dark doggie. He’s SO beautiful.

Hope you and Emma are well!

Elaine, Tom, Garret, and Marina Federico
Elaine Gail Federico, M.A., N.C.C., L.M.H.C.
Oviedo, FL 32765

Marion L. Rich

Linda,

I just wanted to drop you a note to tell you how happy we are with Jager. He’s 8 months old now and 75 pounds. He is without a doubt the sweetest, most well behaved dog I’ve ever had. He gets compliments everywhere I take him. One woman stopped in the middle of traffic to ask me if he was old enough to breed yet! I walk him to school every day to pick up Elizabeth and he is a local “Superstar” there. The kids line up to pet him, and he loves the attention. I am proud to say he’s my dog.

I’ve attached a pic of Jager, Elizabeth, and Vaughn posing for the camera. Thanks again for a great dog.

Marion L. Rich SC

Southern Style Ranch

Hi Linda, Hope this message finds you and Emma well…

I wanted to update you on how excited we are to announce the birth of Cierra’s second litter from Maverick! She had 10 beautiful puppies that included Black, Sable, and Black and Tan pups!!… I know it was very short notice, Cierra coming to you for a repeat breeding to Maverick, but we are very thankful for all your help, especially after what the other breeder had put us through… I just know this litter is going to be as awesome as the last and can’t wait to update you on their progress!!

Thank you again for everything!!
Danielle and Cierra
southernstyleranch

Mary Anne Magnell

Hi Linda and Emma!

I thought you would like an update on Thora! We purchased her from you last June. I have attached a picture.

She is doing great, and is sweet, silly girl. She is approaching 70 pounds at 11 months old. She absolutely loves ALL kids and other animals. She is my companion on my daily walks and has always walked very well on a leash. It’s clear she considers our 4 year old daughter, Maggie, her responsibility. Maggie always must be in Thora’s view.

We had her hips x-rayed and they are perfect. Her temperament, attitude and behavior is indicative of excellent breeding and she is definitely NOT our Last Shepherd from you!

Have a great weekend!

Mary Ann Magnell
Palm Coast, FL

Officer Mina Armanious

Hey Linda,

Yea he’s big… 72 lbs at 6 mos 3 weeks old. Training is going good. He is confident and fearless. We’re waiting on him to turn 1 before starting protection training. I will continue to send you pictures as he grows.

…I just wanted to send you an updated picture of Diesel. He is now 1 year old and 100 lbs. He is seriously the best dog in the world!!

He just graduated obedience school and is doing great. It is great to hear that his father got his OFA certificate. Thanks again for everything, and I will continue sending updated photographs!!

Officer Mina

Weiber Hase Kennel located in Central Florida

The German Shepherd Dog has always been a part of both mine and my husband’s life as family pets. It wasn’t until 2009 that I began training in the sport of Schutzhund…

I owe a huge Thank you to Linda Strand, of Berg Quella Kennels. She shared her knowledge with me and allowed me to purchase my first West German Import Greta.

Thank you Linda.

Greta is OFA Hips / El Good, and has received her SG & SCHI

Jacob Claus

Linda,

I purchased a puppy from you back in August of 2011.
He is doing great!
We just moved to Michigan about a month ago and he loves it!
No signs of hip dysplasia or any other medical problem!
We absolutely adore him and don’t know what we’d do without him.
He is a great protector for my family. Thank you so much for him.

Jacob Claus

Theresa and Jim

Linda & Emma

We are having so much fun with the new addition to our family at almost 9 weeks one ear is up.

Every day she experienced something new. Today she found a stuffed rain-deer in the family room. She was very funny.

She is very well behaved. We bought a brand new extra large dog pen for her to sleep in at night. (after all she is still a baby) We put it in our room and several times during the day without closing the pen we put her blanket and toys in it and told her good night. Just to get her used to it. Therefore in the evening when we go to bed we just close our bedroom door and just tell her goodnight and turn off the light. She stays in there until we wake up, ( we never close the door of the pen or lock it) usually about 3:00 in the morning we wake up and take her out to do her business. She has never had any accidents. We use the one word commands as instructed such as ” out” “sit” “down” and “goodnight”.

Every time she wakes up from her nap after playing hard, we just say “sable out” and she goes to the door off the porch to go out. We will be very consistent with her until we are confident with her training.

We took her to the vet and he said she was and extremely healthy dog.
Thank you for a wonderful addition to our family.

Theresa & Jim

Trooper Rick Cicero, K-9 Drug Detector Trainer

Linda,

Attached are some photos of Soldat. He is currently certified as a Service Dog, but as a Trainer for Police and Military Dogs I have done some detection work with him and tested his drives in all aspects. He has good balance and stability in his drives, while with minimal stim he rises to the occasion with civil agitation (with full fight drive) or will hunt with the best of detection dogs. The detection work to follow in another e-mail is a mail searching exercise. Please feel free to contact me for any other information I have.

Thanks,
Trooper Rick Cicero
K-9 Drug Detector Trainer

Soldat