Hi Micheal,

First off, it was a pleasure to meet you last week and thank you so much for being so flexible with the time of our pick up.

On to Jazz (Sidney.) He’s adjusting well I think. We’re all getting used to each other’s routines. If you could see the way Jazz prances around here sometimes, you’d think he owned the place! We were very surprised by how well he took to his crate. It was all set up for him, very comfy with towels and the blanket you sent home and then we tucked in the stuffed sheep that Darby took a liking to when we picked Jazz up. We just left the crate open while we all sat on the floor getting acquainted with Jazz. After a couple hours, he found the crate on his own, climbed in and took a short little nap with the door open – this was the night we brought him home! We couldn’t believe it and he continues to do well with the crate. He sleeps well and I generally get up once a night to take him potty.

We named him Jazz, but he’s taken on a second name at times – Spazz. Every so often he takes on a different persona. He runs around like crazy, barking, shaking his toys like mad, etc. After a time of that, he’s pooped, takes a nap and wakes up to his normal self. The kids get a kick out of it.

Then there’s his time exploring outside. He’s attracted to leaves and bugs, especially ants. Sometimes he just like to laze in the grass, enjoying the relaxation. I took a picture of him yesterday while he was laying in his favorite spot and attached it for you.

Also, he did go to the vet the morning after we picked him up from your house and I have a copy of the print out in an envelope addressed to you. I missed the mailman today so it will go out tomorrow. My apologies for the delay.

That’s all for now. Thanks again,
Kris Van Laar

Hi Micheal!

Jazz is the best dog in the world. (My apologies to Darby and your other dogs!) OK, he likes people a little too much and wants to jump up and hug them, but that’s partly my son’s fault – he invites it after school every day. Other than that, he’s just perfect in every way that matters. Lots of love, very playful, super fun, doesn’t run away when the front door opens, doesn’t dig, doesn’t chew things he shouldn’t, likes to learn things, really good with other dogs and the cat that visits sometimes. I could go on and on. Ken and his mom never thought there could be a better dog than his childhood lab, but they both agree that Jazz surpasses Lucky the lab. Ken’s mom babysits Jazz when we’re gone and we’re pretty sure she would keep him if she could get away with it!

Whenever someone asks us where we got Jazz, we never hesitate to tell them! And, if and when we decide we are up for another puppy, you’re the one we’re calling. As it is, we frequently check out the pups on the website!

Anyway, I hope all is well with you and your family and I hope you can see the picture I’ve attached. Jazz’s eyes usually glow orange in my pictures and I haven’t yet figured out how to fix it.

Kris Van Laar