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Endorsements for Diane Dunaway
and Letters of Recommendation

These letters are from our many satisified owners.
Contact information available upon request.

Diane Dunaway * San Diego * CA
858-484-8575 * email: ddunaway@aol.com
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In a message dated 1/19/2010 6:56:07 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, susan***@**** writes:
Piper is a wonderful girl. Smart as a whip and as loving as I've ever seen! So well-mannered and fun. I've been trying to get a good picture when she's playing, but it is hard to catch a flying Piper Jet on film! One of her favorite play areas is our big spa tub - the furry mice are flying and so is Piper! Notice her pearls - an accessory for any classy girl! How are her brothers and sister kitties?
In a message dated 1/24/2010 6:57:04 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, susan***@**** writes:
... lately, elegant doesn't quite fit....she is a ball of energy and not quite aware of table edges, bed edges, etc....lots of thrills and spills, but most exciting news! She is a retriever!!!!!!! I have wanted a retriever so badly! I throw "mousey" and she chases, runs back, delivers to me! We do it over and over until she collapses happily.....what a fun girl she is! click for previous news of Piper
mccoy1

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In In a message dated 1/21/2010 2:28:05 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ****** writes:
Hi Diane -

Suki is growing by leaps and bounds and she is a very happy little kittie and comfortable in her new home - Ulla and Vince
shiki01 shiki01

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In In a message dated 1/9/2010 12:37:28 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, jeanne@***** writes:
Hi Diane,
Shiki continues to be amazingly wonderful. Here are a couple of pictures I took for you today. Gorgeous little thing. I didn't get any good ones of her tail which I adore because when she's happy and walking/running it bends back towards her head.
She brings toys to me when she wants me to play. She follows me everywhere. She jumps through a hoop. She's never missed her poopy box or scratched anything but her post. I carry her around on my shoulder throughout the house. She purrs loudly (a lot) and meows softly (rarely). She has a favorite toy she likes to take with her wherever she goes. She lets me touch her anywhere ... no sensitive spots. I am so in love!
Good to hear from you. Hope 2010 is treating you well so far.
Jeanne ---- click for previous news from the Shiki
shiki01 shiki01

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In a message dated 1/7/2010 4:32:19 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, jenfeaver@gmail.com writes:
Hi Diane,
Just wanted to let you know the kitten (now named McCoy) is doing
great. He and his pal Spock are just in love. Here is a cute picture.
Thanks, Jennifer Feaver
mccoy1

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In a message dated 1/02/2009 2:59:12 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ***** writes:
Happy New Year!
For Mary's birthday that same week, I had a little surprise - a brand new Siamese kitten we named Sensei. His antics this year have been entertaining every single day, and he is spoiled rotten. Each of us has always wanted, even before we met, to have a Siamese, so this was our big treat, and he has never disappointed!
sensei1 sensei2

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In a message dated 12/31/2009 7:59:12 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, susan@***** writes:
Here is our new "baby"!!! She had the privilege of arriving on a Piper Mirage Jet Prop from San Diego yesterday afternoon. Her guardian angels, and pilots are Pam and Tom ..... and their son Chad ...... We all flew together to meet her and bring her home. She is 12wks old, happy and loving and we are blessed to have her. Junie would love her new baby sister! Happy New Year!
cats999

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In a message dated 12/28/2009 6:24:11 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, Bill.Hunter@****** writes:

Taizo and Yoshiko's First Xmas
cats999

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In a message dated 12/24/2009 8:07:50 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, katia.lembo@****** writes:

Dear friends,
We wish you all a very merry Christmas and a Happy new year.

xxx
Obi, Leia, Padme, Venus, Anubis, Anakin, Liz, Katia & Kevin:
bryn1
bryn1

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Subj: Happy Holidays
In a message dated 12/12/2009 6:45:40 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, jeanne@@****** writes:
Hi Diane, I thought you'd enjoy this card starring my wonderful little Shiki. Best, Jeanne
cats999

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In a message dated 12/4/2009 1:24:25 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ***** writes:
Hi,  here are a few pictures of Brynner in Columbus Oh.  He is a wonderful kitty. Great personality, sleeps in and on the bed, reserved but enjoys sitting in laps, loves listening to me play guitar (he's the only one for that).  He likes to play fetch, i've never seen a cat do that.  He is fascinated with pens, and sneaks them off the desk and hides them under carpets.  One day he proudly brought one up to me and placed it at my feet.  He batted it around and we played catch with it.  I then threw it and he ran to retrieve it and we have been playing fetch ever since.  He loves it.  One is a recent picture, the others when he arrived a few years ago. He lives on the twentieth floor of a high rise condo and seems to enjoy everything.  He is in perfect health and weight.
Best Wishes,  Bill Bates.
bryn1 bryn2
bryn1 bryn1

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In a message dated 11/19/2009 8:29:47 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, ***** writes:
Hi Diane,

I was finally able to get a few pictures of Frankie. Sorry, it's taken sooooo long. I will try to get some more for you. He is now a year old and is so much fun and so smart. He's always lurking in between things, behind things, on top of things....he's a hunter! He keeps my older cat young! She's 14 and she's so much more active since he's arrived. They play so nice together.

All the best.

Regards,
Nancy Todd - New York
frankie2

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In a message dated 11/18/2009 2:44:04 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ***** writes:
Here is Tye at 5 mos. He is being neutered tomorrow 11-19-09. He is a wonderful sweet man and not a baby cat anymore. We just love him and want to thank you again for suggesting him to us. Happy Holidays! Linda
jaiyaindigo

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In a message dated 11/5/2009 8:10:00 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ****** writes:
Hi Diane,
All is well in Seattle. Jaiya(Rag doll), and Indigo(Siamese), are getting along so well. They play together, sleep together, and groom one another. Lali, (Golden Retriever), loves her new sisters, and they in turn have made her their own dog.
Warm regards,
Linda
jaiyaindigo

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In a message dated 10/23/2009 6:56:21 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, , ******** writes:
He never disappoints! Every day he brings laughter and adventure! Hope you are doing fine,
Bill and Mary Keane
San Diego, California ---- click for previous news from the Keane's
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In a message dated 10/21/2009 1:58:49 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ****** writes:

Diane;
I just wanted to write a note and say what a joy it has been for us to have Yang in our lives. He and my son, Brev are best friends. In fact we refer to Yang as Brev's "brother from another mother". :)

He's always out, part of the crowd if we have people over. He's bold, confident and loving. Thank you so much for breeding for such amazing temperament!

Kim Rioux DDS
tyscotty1 tyscotty1

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In a message dated 10/18/2009 10:20:57 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes

Diane,
"Ty" is on the left (turquoise collar)and turns 5yrs on Oct. 23rd, and "Scotty" is on right (red collar)and turns 3yrs on Oct. 28th...they have same parents and my husband Bob and I just thought you'd get a kick out of seeing our 'boys'.

Just returned from our first RV trip and took them w/us because we miss traveling without them!! both are strickly INDOOR kitties and we are smitten. Ty is delighted just to be included and Scotty has ALL the Siamese vocals which he uses often!! Also,Ty is smaller at 9lbs and Scotty is about 2X his size and doesn't miss a meal..Thanks for doing such a super job - we are happy 'campers'!!( Drove down & picked up Ty while living in Palm Desert; had Scotty flown to SAC while we were living in Redding area; now living in Lake Tahoe)

Tracy
tyscotty1 tyscotty1
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In a message dated 10/17/2009 6:43:23 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, klkalk@att.net writes:
Sidney
We acquired Sidney from Diane on September 19, 2009 and picked her up at the Phoenix airport along with other animal lovers picking up their puppies. Sidney was the only kitty. When I looked at her in the carrier she was way back as far as she could go but she didn't seem afraid and her little round face is beautiful.
I had gone shopping and bought the food, bed, and toys. She seems to really like the feather toy and the mouse that goes around in a circle but when she isn't playing with her toys she is bouncing all around the room from one thing to another. Sidney is very bright eyed and has tons of energy but when she stops she sleeps for about 3-4 hours then she is up again bouncing around.
I have to say that Sidney is a joy and I am grateful to Diane for allowing her to bring laughter and joy to our home.
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In a message dated 10/18/2009 10:20:57 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Diane,
"Ty" is on the left (turquoise collar)and turns 5yrs on Oct. 23rd, and "Scotty" is on right (red collar)and turns 3yrs on Oct. 28th...they have same parents and my husband Bob and I just thought you'd get a kick out of seeing our 'boys'.

Just returned from our first RV trip and took them w/us because we miss traveling without them!! both are strickly INDOOR kitties and we are smitten. Ty is delighted just to be included and Scotty has ALL the Siamese vocals which he uses often!! Also,Ty is smaller at 9lbs and Scotty is about 2X his size and doesn't miss a meal..Thanks for doing such a super job - we are happy 'campers'!!( Drove down & picked up Ty while living in Palm Desert; had Scotty flown to SAC while we were living in Redding area; now living in Lake Tahoe)

Tracy eally cute one of Baci laying across my ‘work area’ letting me know it was time to be done! Really, that was his point!
I took in another rescue. Stevie, a flame pt. Siamese who is ‘special needs’.
Now, let me say this, Baci doesn’t have a mean bone in his body. He is truly a gentle giant who (after the appropriate introduction time) immediately loved on and played with and groomed Stevie. All along making these cooing sounds. It was as if he knew Stevie is ‘special’.
You bred a beautiful boy in Baci. And of course, once Baci approved, Kusa the bl. pt. Siamese rescue followed suit.
Thanks again for Baci.
Regards, Dara Drew
sabbieH
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In a message dated 10/16/2009 12:42:22 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:
Dear Diane,
Just want to let you know what a wonderful kitten that Man Du is. I have had cats all of my 55 years of life and never seen one that NEVER felt the need to hide from anything or anyone! He fetches a piece of paper, gives kisses, and gets in bed when I say "Mandu it is time to go to bed". He has many of the same antics I remember from my cat growing up, but even a better personality. He has taken to my youngest daughter the most ... so at least for now, he is her kitty. Thank you so much for a wonderful kitty! Mary Anna Woodard
sabbieH
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In a message dated 10/03/2009 11:18 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, , ******** writes:
Dear Diane,
Here is a photo of our dear cat, Wally, looking as beautiful as ever when he was 14 years old, with his ½ brother, Norm, in the background. Wally left our lives recently due to ill health at the age of 17. We miss him terribly, but are comforted by the all the wonderful years he was with us. As you can see from the photo, he had a definite regal bearing. He was very calm, curious, intelligent and exceedingly gentle - the pride and joy of our lives! Thank you, Diane, for sending him to us all those years ago. I am so glad you are still breeding your wonderful cats! Shelly Burton
sabbieH
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In a message dated 9/23/2009 9:42 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, , ******** writes:
Hi Diane,
I just thought that I would send you a few pictures. Jasper is really settling in and seems to feel quite at home. Some of the pictures are a
little out of focus because he doesn't seem to stop long enough to pose.
He is doing well and as soon as I go to pick him up, he purrs like a motor boat.
His kitty antics make me smile. I'll send more pictures as he continues to grow and develop.
That's it for now,
Tom & Pat
&
Noble Prince Jasper the Grand
sabbieH
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-----Original Message-----
From: Judy
Sent: Tuesday, September 08, 2009 12:16 PM

Subject: Abigail

Abbie Havens is 7 years old today! Just wanted to shoot you a quick note to tell you how wonderful she is! Thank you for everything! Judy
sabbieH
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In a message dated 9/15/2009 4:59:04 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ***** writes:
Hi Diane,
I'm attaching a photo of my 12-year-old girls on the occasion of their birthday - today.
That's Juno at left, and Kytka on top of her!
The best from all of us (plus Felix the pug) in northern Calif.,
Terri
junokytkas
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Sent: Wednesday, September 02, 2009 4:41 PM
Subject: Halloween Fun

Sasha is a wonderful addition to our family and a truly affectionate cat. We were worried that having many small children in our home would Sasha when we brought her home however with the help of Diane Dunaway, we were able to pick the perfect personality in our new addition to mix well with our kids. Sasha has become especially attached to our son Patrick and will wait by the door for him to come home. She is a wonderful and cherished family member and as you can see from her picture, extremely tolerant.

Patrick G. - San Diego
ssasha
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In a message dated 8/18/2009 10:08:35 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, , ******** writes:
He knows his place! That's anywhere you might happen to be! He is growing rapidly, pouncing and flying through the air after his feather toys. We absolutely adore him and all his charming ways of doing things. Thanks for being there,Diane!
Bill Keane
San Diego, California
bline2 bling
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Re: Sophie update
In a message dated 8/23/2009 5:08:31, ******** writes:
Hi Diane, I just wanted to let you know that Sophie is doing fine and quickly becoming the queen of the house. She is also becoming the pill of the house. She loves going outside to play even though she is on a leash, she loves to play hide and seek, especially behind shower curtains. She is so much fun. I can't wait to get home from work to see her greet me at the door. We just absolutely adore her.... I can also send you a picture of how beautiful she is at 6 months old. Let me know.
Kathy
bline2 bling
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Subject: Re: Bling
In a message dated 8/23/2009 8:55:31 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:
Hi Diane! Bling came into our lives in September 2004. I could never have imagined at that time the love, laughter and joy he would bring to my family and I.
When our sweet little kitten arrived we couldn't immediately agree on a name for him. My husband liked "Bling Bling". I wasn't convinced until a few days later when I found him under our dining room table with a $50.00 bill between his front paws! It seemed appropriate, so "Bling" he became.
Bling is curious, kind, funny, loyal, extremely smart, breath taking beautiful and maybe just a tad spoiled (he is always the last one out of bed in the morning!) Bling is our constant companion and wants to be part of everything going on in our household, from sitting on the side of the tub while you bathe, on the counter while you brush your teeth, laying in the laundry basket on warm towels right out of the dryer as you try to fold them or laying in the middle of the wrapping paper as you try to wrap gifts. His favorite game is playing "fetch" with one of his springs. I frequently have to remind myself that he is a cat because he acts more like a dog! Every night he insists on his back rub from my husband before he is ready to curl up in my arms and go to sleep for the night.
My husband and I had bred Alaskan Malamute dogs for 25+ years, so we knew the importance of searching for a long time breeder who was knowledgeable, devoted and conscientious about breeding Siamese cats, not only of great beauty, but of sound mind and body also. It was an easy decision to select Diane as that breeder. Her dedication to breeding healthy and beautiful traditional Siamese cats was obvious. I can't begin to thank you enough Diane for allowing us the privilege of loving one of your kittens! Bling is everything you said he would be, and more! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Vicki Browne
Ontario, Canada
bling


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In a message dated 8/17/2009 10:20:14 A.M. chrismiller1958@sbcglobal.net writes:
I would like to recommend Diane Dunaway as a breeder with integrity.  She is knowledgeable, trustworthy and reliable.  Before selecting Diane as my breeder of choice, I visited several other local catteries and corresponded with a couple via email.  Without a doubt Diane won out by an overwhelming margin.
During my appointment, Diane educated me about the Siamese breed.  She was patient with me as I presented her with my list of many questions.  She did not make me feel rushed and was generous with her time making sure to answer my questions and addressing my concerns.
Diane was able to describe the personality of each kitten and allowed me the opportunity to cuddle, observe and play with every kitten.  Making a decision was very difficult as all of her kittens were loveable, playful and extremely beautiful.  With over twenty years of experience as a breeder, Diane was able to help me make the ultimate choice and I came home with “my kitten”. 
I would not hesitate to use Diane for future kittens as I am confident that any kitten purchased from her would be of the highest quality. 
Sincerely,
Chris Miller
Rancho Bernardo, California
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RE: Love our kitty
In a message dated 6/18/2009 9:39:05 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,*********** writes:
Diane,
I wanted to let you know how the kitten you flew into Boston in 12/07 turned out.   He was the kitten that had to be flown into Boston on a day above 40 degrees in December.   You tried to take him to the airport a few times and the Boston weather didn't cooperate.  He did make it here in time for Christmas! 
We absolutely adore him and he turned out beautiful.    As promised, he is very playful and loveable. You had told us he needed a family with kids, you were right!   He loves to chase bounce balls or catch.  Exactly what my kids wanted.   He demands to be in any room the family is in.    Sometimes my daughter has many friends over (9 year old girls), he runs up the stairs behind them and they take turns holding him.      He hangs out in the kitchen even while we make dinner.    We love that he is always around and likes being with us.    He is very friendly and outgoing, loves new visitors.  
He does sleep with the kids every night on their beds, so sweet.   Bottom line, we have loved the last year and a half with him!    He was the perfect fit for our family.
Thank you!!! Sheryl Jablonowski


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Subject: my Siamese cat
Hello Diane
I’ve been meaning to write to you for years now, to tell you how much I love my gorgeous Siamese boy, Myles from Anywhere. You shipped him to Minneapolis for me back in October of 2002, and as I recall you had to try twice to get him to the airport. But he made it here safely and has been a joy in our lives ever since he arrived. And his eyes are just as gorgeous as advertised!
He will be seven years old this August, but he’s still my baby. J I’m attaching a few photos so you can see what a good life he is enjoying. He spends much of his time on my lap or draped over somebody’s shoulder, purring. He loves his baby sister, our youngest son’s Egyptian mau, Mimi, who is two years old now. They enjoy grooming each other. Myles is happy and easygoing. Nothing seems to make him angry, and he never picks fights. A few years ago when we had a brief infestation of deer mice in our basement, Myles proved himself the champion mouser of the household. One morning, he awakened me with “breakfast in bed.” Yes, indeed, he had proudly laid a dead mouse on my pillow. I’m afraid I wasn’t quite as appreciative of that generous gift as a mother ought to be. . .
Myles shares my pillow almost every night, and my husband doesn’t even mind—he loves the cat almost as much as I do.
Thank you again for raising such a wonderful cat. He’s the best ever!
Jill Stengl

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Subject: Re: Our baby, Sensei
In a message dated 6/16/2009 6:54:51 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, *********** writes:
Sorry it has taken so long to send word He is just the best little boy ever. We are all happy together; the two cats are good buddies now and as you predicted, have taken over the middle of the bed thank you for this wonderful joy!
sensei
 
Re: My Shogun
In a message dated 5/29/2009 7:25:09 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, *********** writes:  

Hi,
Nine years ago this summer my husband and I purchased a kitten from you.  I recently was going through paperwork and found Shogun's "papers" and thought I'd let you know that he is wonderfully healthy and happy. 

My husband had been diagnosed with cancer two months before Shogun came into our lives, so he was at home with Shogun until shortly after Shogun's first birthday, when my husband died.

I can't begin to tell you how much I treasure Shogun.  But I can tell you that I have a friend who is allergic to cats, but can be around Shogun.  Another friend hated cats before meeting Shogun and now says if she could have a cat just like Shogun she'd be willing to have a cat.

Shogun is a wonderful companion for me and I'm grateful everyday that he shares my home and my life.

I just wanted you to know.

Rowena Hacker
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Re: Alan & Barbara's two kittens from you 
In a message dated 1/12/2009 8:07:25 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, *********** writes:
Hi Diane, We wanted to tell you how much we love our two gorgeous Siamese kittens, and to let you know that they are doing extremely well.  They are happy, healthy, playing madly with us and with each other, purring, and adjusting to their new home very well.  We are so glad we got them both -- double the pleasure!!  They are curious about everything(!), and are beginning to exercise their option to sleep on the bed with us. 

Their names are Annie and Bob (or Bobby, we haven't quite decided on that yet).  They make us very happy -- thank you for raising such exquisite cats.

We'll stay in touch and send pictures.

Best, Barbara and Alan Burbank
 
Re: KITTY
In a message dated 1/12/2009 11:16:19 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, *********** writes
Hello wanted to give you an update on Shasha. We live in a town home that is quite
large everything is a level the master and sitting room, dining kitchen and living room,
family bath and spare room, and two upstairs bedrooms so four separate levels, well
he has been at each location with us. when i come home my wife says he hears the car and
is ready to greet me, we have dinner in the family room and naturally he has his and
he sleeps with us in the middle under the covers. He was not eating well or drinking enough
water so now we feed him a mixture of wellnes and friskies turkey and he is full of energy.
We are very happy with him thank you
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Re: Thank you so much for our baby!
In a message dated 12/28/2008 1:12:24 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,*********** writes:
Dear Diane,
We love our new baby girl so much!  She is perfect in every way!  Her name is Tullulah La Rue Campbell, she loves to play and snuggle with her new family!  Just wanted you to know she is adjusting perfectly and to send you a few quick pictures of her with her family.  Thank you again!
Sincerely,  Tim, Teri, Makenna, Delaney, and Tullulah Campbell
tallulah tallulah
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In a message dated 12/25/2008 10:09:34 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, *********** writes:
Merry Christmas Diane!
As Christmas arrives it makes me feel grateful for all the wonderful people and pets I have in my life.  I want to thank you so much for sending us Bling Bling over 4 years ago.  He brings such delight and joy to our home.  He loves Christmas because there is so much activity and he likes to be in the thick of things.  Helping to wrap gifts is one of his life's pleasures (about the only time he doesn't get told to get off the counter), and the unwrapping is even more fun for him.  

Over four years ago I don't think my husband would have consider himself a "cat person", but Bling has changed all that.  Now he calls Bling "his cat". :)))  Every night Bling sleeps beside me in bed, sometimes snuggled in my arms.  He is so smart, beautiful and kind.  

So, again, I would like to thank you for entrusting us with such a wonderful cat.

Warm Wishes
Vicki Browne
Belmont, Ontario, Canada
 
In a message dated 1/12/2009 11:16:19 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, *********** writes:
Hello wanted to give you an update on Shasha. We live in a town home that is quite large everything is a level the master and sitting room, dining kitchen and living room, family bath and spare room, and two upstairs bedrooms so four separate levels, well he has been at each location with us. when i come home my wife says he hears the car and is ready to greet me, we have dinner in the family room and naturally he has his and he sleeps with us in the middle under the covers. He was not eating well or drinking enough water so now we feed him a mixture of wellnes and friskies turkey and he is full of energy. We are very happy with him thank you
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Subject: Re: Christmas Wishes
In a message dated 12/13/2008 3:05:12 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, *********** writes:
Good evening Diane, 
As Christmas approaches I always think of the 'birthdate' of our precious cats in 1999.  You shipped them to us (they flew into Charlotte) in March of 2000.  We named them KoKo and YumYum. We have loved and enjoyed them more than we can say.  We retired to Sun City Carolina Lakes (a DelWeb/Pulte community) in South Carolina (just outside Charlotte, NC), where we treasure the time spent enjoying the playful antics and loving ways.  I'm sure the life of a breeder can be frustrating at times - but I just wanted you to know how very much we appreciate what you do because quite clearly you have been a success in providing the best pets ever!  I'll have to have my husband send you a picture of KoKo.
Again, many thanks and have a meaningful and wonderful holiday.
Fondly, Rob & Carol Johns
Indian Land, SC 29707
 
Date: 11/10/2008 2:41:28 P.M.
Re: Female Siamese kitten

Diane,

I just wanted to drop you a line to THANK YOU for breeding and raising such a wonderful kitten.  Her name is Miuccia "Miu" Prada and she is the sweetest and cutest kitten. And she is getting more beautiful every day. True to her fashionista name, she poses in front of the mirror quite a bit.  She is also getting along very well with her new brother, Marcel.  He's been very patient while I separated them for a while, then slowly started integrating them.  They still chase, but now she lets him lick her head.

Thank you again!

Best, Susan
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-----Original Message-----
Subject: Re: only good....
In a message dated 10/24/2008 9:50:26 A.M.

News to report!!  We are almost (I should NOT say this out loud but knock on wood) completely adjusted and having a blast!  She is totally awesome - I can't believe how much time I "waste" just petting her and playing with her - she's really great.  She's great with the kids -  I think she has more patience with them than I do.

I switched her food to Purina "EN" at the suggestion of the vet and started giving her the same filtered water we drink and all is grand with the litter box situation. All really is splendid.  she's so gorgeous and funny and sweet - wow. People really are stunned when they see her.  She's great company for me during the day - she now naps between the back of me and the back of my chair. 

Anyway - there's the latest and greatest - oh, and we named her Luna - she arrived on a full moon and ironically that was the day we got the ashes back from our sweet old cat whose name was Lucy (the kids wanted something similar to that name) and she's just that kind of a mystical but wacky gal.

Thank you!!  She is awesome.  And it's fun to have my purse and house bouncing with weird cat toys again :)  Best, Michelle (and Luna)
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Subject: Re: kittens
In a message dated 9/11/2008 8:41:59 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Hi Diane

We have had our two kittens almost 7 weeks.  We cannot imagine being without them.  The one that we thought was so shy and that we would call Shyann is the alfa kitty and we named her Iris.  She and her sister Tulip love and play so intense it gives us such joy to watch them Play.  They are so smart.  They know where their treats are kept and their special toys that aren't on the floor for them all the time.  They get in bed with us and start purring before we even start rubbing them or scratching them.  Miss Tulip knows how to get us to notice her when we are busy doing something else instead of kitty watching.  She flops over at your feet and demands to be rubbed and noticed. 

This is our first Kitten experience and what a joy.  They think that our 3 year old  Toy Poodle  Paris and our 2 year old English Bull Dog Rosebud are just like them.  They lay next to them and walk on Rosebud our little English Bulldog  while she sleeps

Thank you so much for the Dear Healthy Happy Kittens who adjusted to our love and home life so fast.

I am going to have some pictures developed and will send you some of them next week

Again thank you,
Brooke Eads
 
Subject: Re: Kitten is at home
In a message dated 5/13/2008 1:13:24 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Diane,

We picked up the kitten last night around 9:15 pm and had no problems getting him.  We live about 2 hours from the airport so we didn't get home until about 11:15 pm and Donna kept him on her lap the entire way home talking to him...what a sight to behold.  As soon as we got home Donna let him out of his cage, fed him and started putting his bedding together.  We put him in the master bathroom but he jumped the suitcase we had blocking the door from the bathroom to our bedroom and came right over to Donna on our bed. 

What an unbelievable kitten!!!!!!!!!!!!!  He was already purring and kissing Donna's face while she was holding him.  Donna tried to get him to go back into the bathroom to sleep but he was pretty fired up (probably from the long air and car ride) and wanted to play.  I know I dozed off around 12:30 but I don't think Donna and the kitten got much sleep last night.  The kitten did sleep in our bedroom rather than the bathroom but Donna turned on the fireplace that is in our bedroom and so it was pretty warm during the evening.

I know you told Donna that this kitten would be better than our first Samson (at least that what she told me) and I truly believe that will be true.  I went home during my prep period at 10:00 am (I teach high school) today and Donna and Samson II were already  playing.  This is definitely a blessing.  When Donna lost her other Samson she was devastated for months...literally like losing one of our own children.

Thanks again for being the breeder that you are because I have NEVER seen such intelligent, friendly, and warm cats in my entire life.

Make it a great day,
Gary Agnitsch
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Subject: Re: Kittens Are Doing Fine
In a message dated 5/11/2008 9:35:36 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Dear Diane,

Just wanted to let you know that we got home ok with the kittens.  We are calling the larger, more athletic kitten Max and the smaller, more gentle one Buddy.  Both are perfectly socialized, seek regular eye contact, and have been allowing us to hold them for extended nap times.  They are eating and drinking with gusto.  Someone has been updumping the water bowl and I'm not sure who it is yet . . .

We have secured them in the kitchen where they are enjoying a lot of space to romp, rugs to lie on, and toys to play with.  They have a large open crate in one corner covered by a sheepskin throw.  They love to climb up on top and sleep there.  You were so right about the climbing;  it took only ten minutes for the two of them to climb the wire mesh gates we had blocking the doors to the kitchen.  Today Fred covered the gates with five foot high foam board.

It was good to meet you and your husband and your beautiful animals, two of whom are now capturing our hearts.  We'll keep in touch.

Best regards, Royann 
 
Subject: Re: First day    
In a message dated 5/7/2008 9:07:33 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Hi Diane,

Yazmeen is watching the cursor from my chest as I type. She talks, purrs, adores the laptop (from every angle), is fearless, comes when called, and kisses with sandpaper abandon (eyelids included). Her little deep blue eyes don't miss a thing.

You were totally right: She and I are into each other. Her first official act on the way home was to attend a grant meeting at a law firm. She and I exchanged frequent glances. She charmed five male physicians and a male attorney from her carrier (no one got to touch her). She was elegant and quiet, and caught a nice nap during the hour. As we adjourned she sighed a polite meow on the way to the car.

We had a great game of hide and seek this morning. She took to the dry food and litter right away, and is already running the length of the condo. Today's astounding and effortless feat was a vertical leap from sitting on the floor to the top of the bathroom towel rack. Last night she busted out of her carrier -- I had unlatched it but not unzipped it -- while I was still getting the litter ready. Butted her head against a small opening until she popped through.

Yazmeen is the most beautiful little cat. She does one calendar pose after another.
Thank you, especially for taking so much time with me yesterday. It was the right decision. I love her.

Cynthia
 
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Subject: Re: Sadie
In a message dated 5/6/2008 9:23:22 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

I have attached a couple of pictures of our Sadie purchased from you March 06.  She was born 10/25/06.  She is very playful and loves being the center of attention.  She thinks whoever comes over comes to see her.  She is very smart!

Donna
sadie1 sadie2
 
Subject: Re: Seal Point Kitten
In a message dated 4/23/2008 11:55:36 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Hi Diane:

My husband and I were lucky enough to get one of your lovely seal point girls back in September, and we named her Kayleigh.  It just dawned on me that it is already April, and I never sent you a copy of Kayleigh’s spay certificate.  I will have to dig it out, as I have no idea where I put it, and I will scan it in and email it to you (if that is acceptable). 

We just love Kayleigh.  I meant to write many months ago and tell you how much we adore her.  She is the perfect cat for our household, which already consisted of one other oriental shorthair and two large dogs when we brought her home.  Kayleigh is quite the character, and nothing much seems to phase her.  We had previously lived in a somewhat segregated household, but Kayleigh has changed that forever.  She has become friends with our dogs (a large male German Shepherd and a female Saint Bernard), and not only plays with them, but sleeps with them, grooms them (and visa versa), etc.  In the past, our other cats have always seemed afraid of the dogs, despite the fact that the dogs had never given them any reason to be afraid of them, other than the fact that they were big dogs.  Now, our other cat, Kirsty, is quite happy to live among the dogs as well.  It is so wonderful having all for of our beloved pets get along and be able to be with us in any part of the house.

Kayleigh is a fetcher, and she’ll fetch anything from a piece of paper to pipe cleaners.  You never know what she’ll find to bring to you next.  She’s been known to bring us a Dixie cup off the bathroom counter to play fetch with.  She also loves to share the dogs’ food with them – something that is really cute and makes for good pictures, but something we’ve tried to discourage, since we not only feel that her cat food is better for her, but she also has a tendency to be a bit chunky.  When she is finished being a clown for the day, she will curl up on one of our laps for some loving and a nap.

In any case, I wanted to let you know how much we love Kayleigh.  I will try to find the spay certificate and send it to you.  If not, I will get a duplicate copy from the vet.  I’m not usually this disorganized, but I had major spinal surgery in January, and I’ve also recently been diagnosed with Addision’s disease and have been a bit preoccupied with that. Thanks. Julie
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Subject: Re: Tiffany James - NJ
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n a message dated 4/7/2008 8:17:06 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:
Dear Diane,
With the very busy lives we all must lead, I have been meaning to write you through the years.  With Tiffany approaching her 10th birthday next month on May 10th, I had to make sure to not let another year pass by without getting in touch with you.   It only seems a short while ago that we were anxiously awaiting Tiffany's arrival as a new addition to our home here in New Jersey back in 1998.  I had a traditional siamese seal point for 18 years as I was growing up.  Since my son desperately wanted a pet, we agreed that it was time I had another siamese. 
Tiffany maintains her weight at around 9 lbs and is very healthy and full of energy.  She is so sweet and loving that we can't image how we ever lived without her.  I have become her special person and she greets me at the door each day when I come home from work. She is usually meowing up a storm waiting to give me kisses on the cheek each night.  With my husband and son in the house, it's really nice to have another female around to take sides with me.  She is very much the queen of the house and when she gets playful (which is often) she sometimes makes us laugh so hard that we cry at her funny antics.  Tiffany has brought us all so much joy and we truly love her dearly.   I wanted to thank you for breeding such wonderful kittens and I'm so glad I found you.  I often just look at her and say 'Oh my God you're
Gorgeous !"   We absolutely love our Tiffany and wanted to send you a picture of her so you can see how beautiful she has become.
Thanks again for the sweet baby girl you sent us almost 10 years ago.   My husband thought I was crazy to spend so much money on a cat we'd never seen in person, but, we all agree now.... she was worth every penny !!
Sincerely and with Best Regards,
Marleen (Mimi) James

Somerset, NJ  08873
 
Subject: Re: Our Kitty Alex    
In a message dated 4/1/2008 9:24:20 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Hello Diane,   This is Judy Kirchmann, from Omaha, NE.  We brought our little Alex into our lives in October 2005.  I wanted to send some photos to you so you can see how he has grown.  He will be three on July 10.  

It is difficult to find adequate words to describe how much we love and adore this little guy.  Suffice it to say he is a much-loved member of our family.  I work from home now and he is constantly at my side, which I love. He is either on my desk, or on the printer credenza, the file cabinet, on my neck.  He loves to drape himself across my neck and just sit there.  Many of these photos were taken recently one day while I was working. 

We had to get a King-sized bed last fall as, between Alex and his sister Skyler, they were taking up much of the room in our previous ddbl bed.  Alex likes to sleep spread out as much as he can by my pillow and I could never bring myself to move him in the middle of the night, hence the need for a larger bed.    He gets along well with his 'sister' Skyler, who is a lilac pt. Siamese. Skyler tends to find a place to sleep during the day and sit on your lap when she's in the mood.  Alex is the opposite, again he stays very close to me, occasionally hanging with Skyler, but usually at work with mom.

Thank you again for this wonderful, loving, little boy.  He is our joy.   Judy
kitten
 
Subject: Fwd: (no subject)  
In a message dated 3/31/2008 11:47:27 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Hi Diane! We just wanted to let you know that Cody is such a wonderful kitten and my kids absolutely adore him! I swear he is part human. We just had him neutered last week and I wanted to fax you the certificate if you  could please give me your fax number again. Thank you so much! We love him to pieces!!  JIll
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Subject: Fwd: We love Sierra
In a message dated 3/14/2008 12:37:59 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ******** writes:

Diane,

Here is a update on Sierra, our beautiful cat that we purchased from you in October 1996.  My wife, daughter and I all agree that she is the best cat that we have ever seen or owned before. She is an absolute delight to us all.  She is active and healthy and we hope this continues to be the case for years to come.  She has brought us more pleasure than we ever imagined

We are even thinking that we would like to add another kitten to our home.  Not right away.  In fact, perhaps not for a year or even two.  We have been so pleased with our "Traditional" Sierra that we have always thought we might get another one when the time comes.  But I have also looked at your pictures and info on the "Traditional Balinese".  We might want to investigate this possibility as well.  

Well, I just wanted to let you see how your baby has grown up and let you know what a joy she has been to us.  

John, Gayle and Becky Baughman
sierra
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In a message dated 2/24/2010 6:46:08 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ellem***@**** writes:

Dashiel was a beloved member of our family. He was a remarkable cat: fearless, intelligent, affectionate, and placid-tempered. He had shoulders like a bull and would bump them against our dachshunds as they all ran back and forth across the floor together. The dogs worshipped him and would run up to him whenever they came back from a walk, to snuffle his luxurious coat in greeting. He would continue his nap without batting an eye. Dashiel never met a lap he didn't like to sit on, or a book or newspaper that he didn't want to bat
down with a velvety paw and lie on. When I gathered him into my arms, he would relax and immediately start to purr and knead his paws gently against me. He was equally relaxed when it was time to cut his nails. If I were petting his tummy and started to withdraw my hand, he would reach out both paws like a little monkey and clasp my hand between them, as if to say "Hey, wait! I didn't say you could stop
yet!" He loved trying to fit his considerable bulk into the smallest and tightest nooks and crannies. And he loved catnip, going bonkers and doing backflips as he sprayed the leaves all over the floor. He always came when called, with a happy chirping sound that was a delight to hear. We miss him greatly. My daughter and I would love to have another of your wonderful Siamese cats
Thank you, Eleanor Marsh
* DASHIEL*
mccoy1
IN MEMORIUM

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In a message dated 9/10/2009 2:25:32 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, ***** writes:
Hello Diane -
It's so nice to hear from you. Anything regarding my girls is a pleasure. I do so wish I had some photos for you, but I don't. Haven't taken any since they were very young and I don't have them online to forward to you. If I get a chance to get something I'll be sure to send it.
It's been over 6 years since CoCo and Chanel have been with me and every day I am so thankful that I found them through you. I did look at a few breeders before contacting you and while the drive down to your area (and back home) was a long one they were and are so worth it. Anyone with a love for cats - especially those beautiful Siamese creatures - will benefit from making a selection from you.
While each of my girls is unique in looks (CoCo is tiny and dark with Sapphire blue eyes and Chanel is long and lean, light with silvery-blue eyes) it is their personality and demeanor that I love most. I couldn't ask for anything more in the personality department; they are both very loving and well behaved.
Take care,
P. J. Edmundson
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Subject: Fwd: CoCo and Chanel
In a message dated 11/1/2007 5:58:47 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, ******** writes:

Diane - 

I am sitting in my living looking over at two of the most beautiful girls ever.  Two that I got from you many years ago.

When I got them I lived in Los Alamitos, so the ride home was quite something.  The little one, CoCo, was very quiet and shy while the bigger one, Chanel, talked the entire way home.

I love my girls so much Diane.  I thought I would just send you a short note to let you know that I am forever grateful that I came across your website and found you.  They each bring me so much happiness and though they are only 4 years old I know they will continue to bring me love for many, many years to come.

Thanks again,
P. J. Edmundson
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