Below are some of the comments our customers have left about the products and services offered by Duck Dog Connection.

2/18/09

I just wanted to update you on our puppy, Dixie. My fiance and I got Dixie in Jan. 2008 and she is a pup from Ice and Abby. She has brought us an unmeasureable amount of joy, although we now fully understand the book "Marley and me". We began training early and within a month of having her at home we was potty trained and could follow simple command she as sit, stay, down, and paw. With a little work on a leash, we are able to go for long walks with just a few corrections. Since we want Dixie to be able to go everywhere with us, we decided to send her to a trainer to polish her up. She has been gone for almost 2 months and while we miss her dearly, we know she will be great when she comes home -- we secretly saw her progress a few weeks ago. I have attached a few pictures. We get so many complements on her beauty and personality, she is a wonderful companion.

Thanks, Kristin Walberg

Jack is top notch. He actually is pointing birds. I don’t have enough room to explain it. He retrieved a ton of birds some that other dogs could not find and was catching them on the run and in the air, had to see it to believe it.  Jack retrieved at what 9 months???? Snow, Greators, ducks, sharp tail, and pheasants. I will put him up against any dog.  Definitely worth the 14 hour drive. He got cut bad on barb wire but is good now.

Thanks Jason Ruskey

"I am a small Labrador hobby breeder in Canton Texas I was looking for a male lab puppy to better my foundation stock. A friend of a friend told me about Don Donley and the litter of puppies he had. After contacting Don and finding out what exceptional pedigrees the puppies had I knew I had to purchase one. We named him Crumpler's Modo Ice and what a dog with in 2 weeks of purchasing him he was potty trained and crate trained. In my opinion he is exceptionally smart and boy does this dog love water we jokingly call him "mud oh no" because if its wet he's in it!!" - Bonni 

"I bought a black lab from Mr. Donley a few years ago and I must say that he is the smartest and most gentle lab I've ever owned. In addition, he has turned out to be the best hunting partner a person could ask for. I wouldn't trade him for anything." - Larry

"Hi! I bought a yellow lab puppy from you in March 2005.  I wanted to let you know her name is Sandy and she is a wonderful dog!  She has a beautiful coat and she weighs 75-80 lbs. now.  We take her to the lake to swim sometimes and she is an excellent swimmer!                         We are very pleased with her as a pet." - Mary

I want to give you an update on Marlee (yes, that's her given name).  She's doing great and we can't believe how much she's grown in a week.  She eats like a horse.  She gets along well with her brother (Buster) except for biting and pulling on his collar (which he doesn't much like).  She has slept through the night (in her crate) the last two nights.  Prior to that, I only had to get up once (around 4 AM) to let her outside to pee.  She's starting to go to the door when she needs to go outside, but still has some accidents indoors (peeing).  That's to be expected.  We are all very happy with her and she seems to be very happy as well.  She'll retrieve her stuffed toy about 2 times before she gets bored.  I throw it about 10 feet and she brings it back.  Like you suggested, I only let her try 3 or 4 times (until she gets older). - Kelly

    I wanted to update you on how Hugo is doing. He is already housebroken and loves his kennel. He walks on a leash by our side and is learning new commands daily. He loves to be loved and we are very happy with him. -  Marie and Stephen

Second Update:

We love Hugo and he is a fantastic dog!  He is easily trainable and very calm.  He is the best dog that we could hope for! - Marie and Stephen

My fiancé and I bought a lab pup from Don in May '08 and he is the best addition to the family we could have asked for.  We named him "All Time Deuce's Wild", aka Deuce, and he is doing great!  Potty training was not really an issue with him after the first couple accidents.  He was crate trained after two days and loves to hang out in there as his little get away when he is tired.  Deuce is very smart and knows many commands which didn’t take long either.  I am still working with him on retrieving on land as he gets bored, but retrieving in the water is another story.  No matter what is thrown in the water or how tired he may be, he jumps right in and gets it!  People are always commenting on how calm he is for being a lab puppy and how well behaved he is.  They say if they had a pup, they would want it to be like him.  Deuce is a great dog whether you want to work him or lay on the couch with you (he still thinks he is a lap dog).  I couldn’t have asked for a better dog.  Thank you for my new best friend!  Thanks a million - Chris

If you would like more information about Duck Dog Connection, puppies or would like to setup an appointment for breeding services, feel free to email us at duckman_682001@yahoo.com or call 214-417-7449.