Omega Shepherds
Julie Andersen Sold a dog that was SEVERLY DYPLASIC and sold a second dog promised as a top show potential

Omega shepherd's owner, Julie Andersen, sent me two dogs, the first one a female that was dyplasic and showed moderate-severe HD symtoms at 4 months.By, 2 yrs of age, dog was totally dyplasic. The dog could not trot or walk properly. I called Mrs. Andersen and told her what the vet had found. She said, " I only replace dogs when it is severe because a dog can lead a healthy full life if just moderately HD". I told her the dog was severely displastic and I would send her a letter and copy of the x-ray.
I never received a replacement pup.
Then the male I had bought along with this dog had his own set of issues.initally, the dog was bought only for show. She claimed this is the best puppy for you and if you don't buy him soon this other guy is going to send the money. Also, stated to me he was a top show prospect, he could be a future Sieger, she charged me $2500.00
She told me if you have any problems with him when you get him let me know. As soon as I got him out of the crate I knew she had ripped me off. The dog was very thin, small for his age, he was almost 6 months old, he would constantly have bowel movements. The dog never grew properly and seemed to have some sort of mental problem. He would cry, pee on me, he was scared of noises, he would deficate constantly, he was scared at any thing and pee on the ground. I told her the dog was not presented to me as she promised. She told me I could return him within 3 days when I recovered him from the airport.
When I called her she declined. She said all of his problems were just things puppies go through the dog will grow out of them, I sent you a very good puppy.
The dog's behavior and problems never changed.
I was given a letter by one of the show organizations that I show with. USA sent me a letter informing me that I could no longer show him pass the age of 1 year.
They said that the breeder had bred this dog's sire at the age of 10 months, which is againist their rules to the standard of breeding. The sire must be of age 24 months. Also, further the dog's sire had no titles. She had also lied about this. She said the sire had a title and that he was 2 yrs old. I actually contacted the breeder of her sire. I told her what happened, and she was shocked. She apologized to me for Mrs. Andersen's doings. She said she would of never sold the dog to her if she knew she was that way.
She apologized for the fact I could not show him but through out refused to refund my money. She tried to blame me and I was like, no you lied to me. And if you want a copy of this letter I can give it to you. I told her the dog was wrong and that he would never be a top show dog. He was very small and was always placed at the back of the class. It was embarrassing to show him. And then I couldn't show him past one year old anyways in the end.
In the future months the dog became increasingly nervous. He tried to snap at anyone he encountered, he was humanely put to sleep. The dog was the one who suffered through the breeding errors of this lady.
My dreams of showing gone.
The first dog was also according to Mrs. Andersen a very all around dog that could be shown and worked. But, the things she told me were untrue. I would have loved to show this dog but that would not have been possible at any time also. The dog was severly dyplastic and could not do the work needed to be a competition dog. I kept the dog for some time. I could not stand to let her go on suffering. She was also humanely uthanized. My dreams of showing and or having a dog to do schutzhund with down the drain. I spent alot of time and money on the two dogs.
Lesson learned in hindsight. Never trust the word of a breeder. If they can not put it in writing then you don't buy.
Also, I am glad this site is available. At the time it was not. I bought the two dogs Omega's Fenya and Omega's Ulk.
Shortly after buying these dogs I received a call from another person who had somehow gotten my number from another person involved, I believe it was the sire's breeder. He claimed he had bought two females from her and the dog were both defective in the manible and or maxilla area. He asked me to testify in court and I agreed, but never heard from him again. Since, then I moved so perhaps he tried to contact me.
I will also note this breeder does NO hip certifications. So, do not believe one's word. Make them show you proof of EVERYTHING, hip, elbow, puppy testing, whatever you can think of. It should ALL be in writing. I was terribly upset for so many years after this. I invested money and time into this dream of mine and it just didn't happen. So, for all the people who want to show, schutzhund, competitions, do not buy from this kennel. Her daughter presently runs the kennel now.

Company: Omega Shepherds
Country: USA
State: Montana
City: Clancy
Address: 106 Elk Lane
Phone: 4430477
Site: omegashepherds.com

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