Hi Gina,

Just a five year update....Attached is Addie in her garden....she is a volunteer at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital....she has her own picture ID with her own "bark code"...wonderfully healthy...tremendous temperament...simply beautiful...and loved by all who come in contact  with her...

Irma Noel
Jim Rand

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Gina,

I wanted to e-mail you about your Piebald male available...My God ! Look at the bone and structure on that pup !!!! You just produce the most beautiful Danes, no matter what color Mother Nature paints them. He's such a handsome boy !

Deuce says Hi ! Bob

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Hi Gina!!

I just wanted to thank you once again for everything. Thank you for being so gracious and helpful to my mother and I, thank you for allowing us to have one of your "babies", and thank you for helping us bring my dad back to life. His reaction to Maverick was absolutely priceless. The light in his eyes and the smile on his face are things that I haven't seen in a long, long time. Once he "really" realized that Maverick was his, he got down on the floor and he just sat there, stunned. Rarely do I ever see my dad speechless, but today he was. But with how big his smile was, he needed no words.

I told you before that I have admired you and your Danes for a long time, and after meeting you (and your Danes) today, I see that my admiration was not unfounded. You are everything one could want in a breeder. I cannot tell you how honored my parents are that they are privileged enough to own (and be owned by) a GMJ Dane.

Once again, THANK YOU. I will most definitely be keeping in touch with you concerning how well Maverick is doing. Oh, and I just got off the phone with my dad - he and Maverick are watching the football game. *grin*

Nikki

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RE: ''Sinatra ''finishing from 9-12
Rachel

CONGRATULATIONS - I am so happy for you and that baby girl. She looked beautiful at both shows I thought - best I have ever seen her show. She was alert, up and saying "Look at me". You deserved both Wins and then some.

I thought it was great to have both Sinatra and Madi pulled out for WB - GMJ was well represented with our two and MJ's Poker son. Also, on the west coast, Mick, a Rocky son, took a 4 pt. major, and D'kota's 6 mo. kids.... Danni, Madi's harl sister, took a 4 pnt. major RWB........

As I said to Gina, we are all benefiting from her steady development of superb bloodlines, at least those who are wise enough to breed into her line.

Paddy

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Gina,

I just want to thank you for giving Vegas a FLASH on your website!! All of Pokers kids are just amazing and I still really cant thank you enough for mine, every time I look at them I cant help but think how lucky I am! :) 

Elisa

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Hello Gina,

We've not "officially met" although I've had the opportunity to briefly say hello at some shows this
past year, but I wanted to extend my compliments on your outstanding Danes and the impressive
name you have made for them, and yourself over the years you've been involved. I've had the
pleasure of meeting several of your Danes, and their offspring over the years and continue to
admire your newest bunch via the internet. From your stunning Sinatra to the breathtaking Shriner
(whom I've oggled since before nationals) to the beautiful Star and Gretchen you've had a hand in
producing with Lisa (Xcel). 

Anyway, again, I just wanted to extend my compliments and thank you for providing paths for us
"newbies" to walk down and learn from.

Michelle Ferrington 

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Hi Gina,

Can you believe that Strider is a year old - He loves his mom, that's for sure. He is very friendly to
strangers when I take him out. I love him so much. As you can see from the photos, my
grandchildren love him too, and Aleah MUST give him a cookie when she comes over. I mean - how
great is he!!!!!!

Well, let me know about future Strider pups - if any . I only want the best and to me - you are the
ONLY way to go!!! Thanks again for letting me have him - he has helped me through some rough
times!!

Beth

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Gina,

Just had to let you know...was checking your website for updates...WHAT a mug that
Jersey girl has ! I scrolled down, looked at her and laughed .that adoring " you're
beautiful laugh ". 

There's not a better breeder out there....you're the MASTER !

Bob, Laura....and of course, Deuce.

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Hi Gina,

Your beautiful Poker pups are all so stunning - I just love Maverick's face and Nevada - looks so much like dad. Have you had any prospects to co-own Jersey? She is fabulous. You know if I had the right environment for breeding I would do it in an instant - she is just so beautiful! Best to you, and as always, thank you for Zoe! We treasure her every day - the absolute best dog we have ever had.

Tammy Michalak

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Gina,

I woke him at 4:30 this morning, and he came over to me when I was reading the paper and buried that head in my shoulder for a good 10 minutes while getting neck and bellie scratches. He truly is a lover. You have amazing Genes in those pups of yours, and they are hearty too. You deserve to be very proud of your line.

alanejesq

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I know you are working your butt off with the new puppies and should not be
bothered with useless emails, but I could not resist after seeing the updates to your
web site. The picture of you with Sinatra, Ms Jersey and Nevada says it all. When you
say it keeps you young, the look on your face verifies that remark. I just cannot
imagine the joy you must feel with these little bundles of growing beauty. Tomorrow
we head to Carmel and Madison is ready to go. We are looking forward to Madison
seeing the ocean for the first time.

Thank you again for all your years of dedication and the wonderful results you have produced.

Nora  

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Hi Gina,

I'm glad to hear Spatz is doing so great. She is a real sweetheart. All your dogs are. I think Poker is the goofiest. He just has this look on his face that reminds me of Gomer Pyle. You just want to hug him to death . You have some fabulous dogs lady. It's because you take such good care of your dogs and love them to death that they respond so well to treatments.

Sig (Animal Clinic Northview)

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Poker is a very Special dog and one of the best I have seen in many years.. Makes me want a harl...LOL

Beve Hauer

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Gina -
The ad in Dog News this week is absolutely beautiful. Most importantly, it says it all. "Poker" is such a special dog and you are so lucky that he is yours. It has been my privilege to have Eva compete with him this year. 

Warmest regards,
Laurie Maulucci

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Hi Gina,

I just want you to know that all I have heard from EVERYONE I've talked to that was there on Saturday was how absolutely magnificent Poker was. Without exception, they agree that he showed like the fabulous champion that he is. You must have been so proud. I wish that I could have been there to tell you myself. The last time I saw him in person was Memorial Day weekend, when it was probably 97 degrees, in blazing sun, and he never opened his mouth!! He's an incredible show dog, and I know you have shared with me that he is a wonderful companion as well. 

Warmest regards,
Laurie Maulucci

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Ever have one of those days where the stars must be in alignment? Took Madison for her morning walk. She gets to run through wet grass which seems to be her favorite. There are four men that I would say are in their early seventies. They refer to Madison as their "little girl". When they ask how is she today, I always say" better each day" and their response is "how can you improve on perfection". They adore her. 

The remainder of the day has been spent doing yard work and Ms. Madison has been the best "yard superintendent". Every bush that was trimmed, every board that was cut was inspected and approved by the little girl. This has been the kind of day where you just look at her and know you are so lucky to have this beautiful little girl. 

Thank you again for all the years of your hard, dedicated work that has resulted in our Madison as well as all the others that are so loved and appreciated.

Nora 
P.S. She is just so beautiful!

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Gina,

I have to say that Poker is the most wonderful all around balanced dog ever ( body and mind ) you must be pretty damn proud ( you should be!!! ) and I have to tell you I am not the bragging type, but I am very proud myself to tell people he is Vegas's father!! When ever anyone is around Vegas they cant stop gushing about what a wonderful handsome boy he is!! 

Elisa

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Hi Gina,

I just wanted to say hello and tell you how very much I admire your dogs! They are the epitome of beauty in Great Danes and Harles in particular. Congratulations on such fabulous success in your breeding program

All the best regards,
Cathy Levy-Garneau

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Hi Gina,

Just wanted to say WOW WOW WOW, at your dogs. I surfed the net and looked at all different Dane sites and your dogs are just amazing. They have it all, size, substance, temperament. Not to mention those gorgeous heads. I loved Poker and The Northtown Rock. What beautiful specimens. Now, that is what Great Danes should look like. I'm a dedicated Great Dane person. I love the harlies most of all. I have Danes at home (Australia). I often surf the web for sites that impress me and yours certainly has.

It's a credit to you as a breeder to see such good specimens. Obviously your years and experience in the great Dane world have been instrumental in your ability to produce sound, top quality Danes.

Anyway, just wanted to say, congratulations on beautiful outstanding Great Danes. Keep up the great work. It's a pleasure to view your website.
All the best.

Kylie Marc
Australia

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I will always be humbly grateful to you for allowing me access to the GMJ genes !!!

Betsy Phelan
Orion Great Danes

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Gina, 

Just wanted to tell you how impressed i was with poker, in person!!!.. he is a "spectacular" dog....MUCH much better in person, than in photographs!!! I have his special "chalk" addition picture hanging in my studio, right over my desk. he surely exemplifies all that a Great Dane should be....bravo! Congrats on all your success with him...what a treasure he is!!!!

As a professional photographer & long time horse show person....I am always skeptical of passing judgement on an animal based on a photo...I like to look at them in person...he certainly is an exceptional boy!! all your hard work has certainly paid off in him, you hit it out of the "park" BIG time with him!!! I'm not easily impressed, as I am lucky enough to see the best of the best in all the breeds...but he really did impress me...i'm so happy you brought him to Florida!! ...I feel very fortunate to have been able to see him in person...what a guy!!! he's really got it all! Continued & much success to you & that MOST handsome boy!

(photos by) Wendy

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You probably get hundreds of emails a day on how beautiful your dogs are. I have NEVER seen more unbelievable animals in my life!!! The size and look of your dogs is absolutely breath taking. Just the thought that one day I might own one of your dogs brings me to tears.

I hope I don't sound like a Looney or something, but I have always wanted a Harl. Dane and I spend hours on the computer every week looking at pics. and reading up on them, and I can't believe that I have never come across your site before! I have wanted a second one since I got my first one, and have been seriously looking for almost 6 years now for one, Please I understand how busy you must be, but if you have time can you PLEASE reply to me.... 

Thank You for your time,
Tammy

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Hi! I was the gal with the white Bull Terrier puppy who met you in Ohio. I want to say that your boy really caught my (Great Dane) uneducated eye. You said he was a winner, but nearly everyone says that at the Motels. I had no idea.

I just wanted to thank you for spending some time with us, and letting my Rhiannon get some socialization. Since meeting Poker, I am back on the idea of getting a Dane (so you know, I have shown since 1988, and have had Pedigree award winners). My dogs always live in the house. Maybe it was obvious, but I am pleased to have run up, and told you how much I admired Poker. I have shown for years, and never felt compelled to tell a Dane exhibitor that before.
Poker's temperament is awesome. If you'd like a testimonial, I'd surely provide it. 

Thanks again, 
Rene' Deckert