Just wanted to let you know that is Kodi is doing great. We love him so much. He is absolutely beautiful and sweet and playful and Dixie just loves him. They play all day when they are not sleeping. Thanks again for everything. We will send you some pictures soon. As you may have expected he is the talk of the town....I have given about 1/2 dozen people your website info...Including my Vet. It has been a pleasure working with you...Your honesty and your patience are truly appreciated...Kodi is even more amazing than what I expected or what his pictures showed....It is not easy dealing with someone across the county that you have never met before and actually having the final result work out without a glitch...I admire your hard work, integrity and honesty...Thanks again Desarie
Sincerely, Ivette (NYC)
Dear Desarie,
I cannot express how grateful I am for Sirius. After losing my dog of 15½ years I was just completely heartbroken. I had discovered the Alaskan Klee Kais awhile back and after coming home to an empty apartment I decided that it was time to start looking for a new companion. He has really been an awesome pup so far. He is definitely the smartest puppy I have ever had. He is completely house broken, great on a leash, and knows how to sit. He has had many wonderful adventures so far. Such as: jumping into the swimming pool, getting close enough to a sleeping duck to sniff its tail feathers, and traveling from California to New Mexico. Next weekend we are off to Carmel for Sirius to discover the ocean. He is wonderful dog and you are a wonderful breeder. Thank you for doing what you do!
Sincerely,
Jessie, Rishon, and Sirius Black (and white)
Desarie,
Just wanted to thank you for Kia. She is incredible. We've met so many different people because of her. She's spoiled rotten, but she is a WONDERFUL dog. Thanks again!
Gary & Cathy Bonanno
Desarie,
Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know how much we appreciate everything you did for us during our adoption of Kiska. It makes things much easier for the adoptive parents when people like you are there to hold our hands.
Kiska is everything we thought she would be. She seems intelligent, is very active, inquisitive, loving, and beautiful. Her eyes are mesmerizing. The photos simply don't do her justice.
Lisa and Ken Herod
Desarie, thank you for letting us be Kandi's parents. She is without
> doubt the most tail-wagging outgoing AKK pup. Her personality will
WOW
> judges when she goes before them. Frank and I love her tendency to
rear up
> on her hind feet and box with her front paws. She's just a
delight!!!
Frank & Carol Din
>
Jack and I can't thank you enough for our two little bundles of joy! I don't believe I told you this, but I was diagnosed with Graves disease back in July, and had to go on medication which only has a 20% chance to work and help me go into remission. A few weeks after bringing the puppies home in October, I had another blood test which showed I was getting better. I believe it was a combination of the medicine and the puppies. The puppies make me feel so much better and they bring joy into our lives. We feel so blessed to have them. We took them home with us for Christmas, and it was the first time they had flew on a plane. They were little angels in their sharpa bags. Everyone in the airport was stopping us and asking what type of dogs they were, and when we told them, they wanted to know how they could get one. Bebe and Kaizer are such sweet loving babies, and we wouldn't trade them for anything! They can be a little mischievous sometimes, but overall they are very good dogs, and when they look at us with those beautiful eyes, we melt!
Sincerely,
Elisha and Jack Effel
Dear Desarie,
First of all we would like to express our Gratitude and give you a great BIG THANK YOU for talking Dave into letting us get another AKK. Without your influence Donna Sue and I would still be wishing we had a sweet little girl to show and love. If it were not for you we would probably have given up the hobby we have come to enjoy so much.
It has only been two weeks since Nayeli has been home and this beautiful little girl has already brought us so much joy. The whole pack fell in love with her the minute she got home :o. Everyone absolutely adores her. And Dave (who is supposed to keep his hands off of our girl) has been caught several times snuggling her and saying how she is poppy’s little girl ;o).
Even before Dave gave into the idea of another AKK, you were always answering my questions, giving me advice, and allowing us to share in your shade. Brayden and Lexi have also been great teachers too. I especially love listening to Brayden’s insights as to which dogs should be bred to make the best in the world, he is so smart. For all of this I am so grateful. I am so proud you have chosen us as the family for your baby. I look forward to raising and showing little Eli for the many years to come. Thank You for everything!!
Love,
Jennifer, Dave, Donna Sue, Natasha, Nikcona, Nalah, Naitoki and Nayeli
Dear Desarie,
My family and I can never say Thank You enough for bringing us into the world of being owned by an Alaskan Klee Kai. Your standards, ethics, patience and knowledge are unmatched. When people stop and ask me about this incredible breed, you are the first thought that I think of. The knowledge that I have learned about these dogs is from watching you and your dogs. In a short amount of time you have a created an outstanding breeding program that is producing the best of what the AKK has to offer. Your dogs are healthy first, beautiful second and have great personalities and dispositions.
Our family has made such a connection with these dogs. We were the lucky ones to get one of your first offspring, Kiona who is pictured here with our children. I thought that after getting our second AKK that we would be complete. Well, now we are waiting to bring our third little baby home soon and we are so excited to have yet another wonderful puppy from your kennel. This is my biggest warning to others who find themselves interested in an Alaskan Klee Kai. One is never enough and you WILL want more!
I consider you not only someone that I have learned a great deal from, but more importantly, you have become my good friend. And although I am in Arizona and you are in California I know that you are only an email or a phone call away. You are always available if I or anyone else has a question, concern or just a story to share. I feel both appreciation and admiration towards you. We got so much more than just a dog(s) from you and I am grateful every time I see a little curled tail go by!
With thankful hearts,
Robin and John Leonesio
Lauren, Logan and our first AKK Kiona
Hi Desarie,
This is just
a note of
appreciation
thanking you
for letting
me have the
opportunity
of getting
one of your
puppies,
Shadow. We
welcomed
Shadow into
our family
about 2
years ago
and have
been so
happy with
her since
Day 1 when
she
arrived.
She was a
very nice
puppy then
when I
received her
and as she
grew up
continued to
be one of
the best
dogs ever!
It has
always been
a pleasure
working with
you and I
have
treasured
our
friendship
along with
your wisdom
on teaching
me more
about the
AKKs. I'm
looking
forward to
getting my
next AKK,
Dakota, and
I'm sure he
will be of
the same
quality as
Shadow, both
in the
physical
aspects and
temperament.
Shadow is a
GrandChampion
now and she
would never
have been
able to get
it,
especially
in such a
short period
of time, if
she had not
come from
good quality
ancestors
and a great
breeder.
You do a
great job
with your
Klee Kai.
Keep up the
great work!
Thanks once
again,
Debbie
Hi Desarie,
I just
wanted to
let you know
how happy I
am with
Link. He is
the talk of
the town,
and I take
him just
about
everywhere I
go! He
loves to go
in the car,
and gets
along great
with other
dogs. Many
people stop
me and ask
about him
and the
breed and I
inform them
about the
A.K.K. and
tell them
that I got
him from
Kika's Klee
Kai. He is
very smart
and also
loves to be
"vocal" at
times with
people....TOO
CUTE!!!
Here is a
picture of
him shortly
after he
turned 7
months old,
just
enjoying the
weather.
Thanks
again,
Dave Hansen
Desarie,
Words cannot express the joy
that Rocky has given us in
our lives. As a newlywed
couple starting our lives
together, he has been the
perfect addition for us. All
of the help and advice you
gave while he was growing up
was priceless to us. Your
professionalism truly shows
why you are such a respected
name in the AKK community.
Rocky really is the best
thing that has happened to
Elisa and I, and we cannot
thank you enough for giving
us the opportunity to be
apart of the AKK family. We
wish you all the best, and
will send more pictures of
him as he grows older!
Mike, Elisa and Rocky
Dear Desarie,
Thank you so much for our precious Luna. She's exactly what we hoped
for in an addition to our family. Crate training and potty training
was a breeze. Within a week and a half she was sleeping through the
night. We can also tell that she's very smart, she learned "sit" and
"down" just by watching big sis, Serafina. The two of them play so
well together and with all the other dogs they meet. Luna is a
celebrity at the local dog park and the word is spreading about the
Alaskan Klee Kai. She's the perfect size and temperment, not to
mention her great markings and gorgeous big BLUE eyes! When people ask
about her, we always mention our wonderful breeder who brought her into
our lives. We could never thank you enough.
Leslie & Evan Inman
Desarie,
Thank you so much for our Jojo. He is such a
wonderful puppy. As you
can see he is at home enjoying a baseball game with us,
a Dodger fan of
course. I want to thank you for all your help and
advise. He was a
great choice for us and we can't wait for puppy # 2,
this summer right,
we'll keep in touch!! Thank you again, Jackie & Joe.
Dear Desarie:
Thank you so much for the beautiful puppy, he is such a
blessing…after only 2 days, you can see how at home he
is! The love and time you and your kids have given him
is so apparent: he is easy going, quick to warm up to
guests and loves being held and cuddled (even the cats
are warming up to him). His temperament, intelligence
and size make him a perfect addition to our home.
We just wanted to thank you and tell you how pleased we
are that we chose you for a breeder. Not only have you been
supportive from the beginning but you have had so much
patience in explaining to us and teaching us all that it
takes to be good parents to our Koda.
When we first started looking for a new puppy we never
had a Klee Kai in mind and coming across the breed
accidentally we were sure this is what we wanted. We had
never heard of the Klee Kai before and were a little worried
to have such a rare breed and know nothing about it but you
stood by us as we waited (impatiently) and with your
patience, guidance, support and friendship we felt secure
that we had made the right choice. You have helped us
tremendously in raising Koda. He is such a special part of
our family; I can't imagine life without him. He has a
wonderful temperament and is so friendly, attentive and well
behaved...there is no doubt we made the right choice by
picking your breeding program, Koda and putting ourselves
back on your waiting list for our second Klee Kai. You have
helped me with everything from picking out his crate to
picking out shoes for the river for Koda. Your patience is
unbelievable! With all your guidance Koda is well on his way
to becoming a Champion and we are awaiting his appropriate
age to start him in the breeding program. Koda is a
wonderful dog and I can't begin to thank you enough for all
that you have done and continue to do for us with your
outstanding breeding program, unconditional support and
friendship.
With much appreciation to you,
Violet and Jason Hignite
Desarie,
I wanted to thank you for a truly great "puppy adoption experience". I
really appreciate all the time you have spent answering my dozens of Klee
Kai questions as I waited [not so :) ] patiently on your waiting list! I
liked the fact that you had suggested coming to a local UKC show, where I was
able to meet you, your dogs, and other AKK in person. Meeting you and your
AKK family assured me that I was making the right decision by choosing to
get my new puppy from you. I am very happy with the amount of communication
and information you supplied during the "difficult waiting period". I
enjoyed receiving information on your litters - especially the weekly photo
updates, as the puppies began to grow up.
As you know, Kyra is now 6 months old and has been a wonderful addition to
our family. She bonded as quickly with the kids and I, as we have to her.
You have been wonderful (and patient!) about continuing to answer my more
recent questions about breeding and showing. I feel you have shown a great
committment to fostering a positive long term relationship with your
"offspring" and their new families. You have been very helpful, professional
and considerate. I would certainly recommend you to others as a breeder of
awesome Klee Kai puppies!
Best wishes for a happy and reproductive future (kennel-wise) !!!
Sincerely,
Stacey
(Kyra's Mom)
Hi! My name is Ellen Distel
and I'd like to give a recommendation for Desarie Fletcher.
Desarie has come quite a long way in a relatively short time. Anyone
able to say they have a UKC top ten Alaskan Klee Kai has a lot to brag
about. Desarie is luckier then most in being able to announce a #1 AKK!!!!
Desarie's dogs show a healthy, well thought out breeding plan. I am
extremely eager to be placed on her waiting list for one of her breedings.
I would also be very happy to have her on my list for any future litters I
might have. In my opinion, Desarie and her dogs have a lot to offer
the AKK community.
Ellen
I am writing on behalf of
Desarie Fletcher, owner and breeder of Alaskan Klee Kai, in Southern
California. I have known Desarie since the beginning of the year when
my search for an AKK began. She was the first breeder I contacted
because her website caught my eye. It was the most professional and
impressive I had come across, not to mention that her dogs were stunning.
I called her and she willingly chatted with me for about 20 minutes and by
the end of the conversation we had arranged for me and my family to come out
to her home and meet her and her dogs.
Desarie warmly welcomed us
into her home and shared not only her points of view on breeding style but
expressed her true passion for the development of the breed, following the
guidelines of the originator of AKK, Linda Spurlin.
One thing that I remember
really striking a cord with me about Desarie is when we point blank asked
her about other breeders we had heard about and what she thought of them,
she never once said a negative thing about any of them, but rather expounded
upon how she prefers to raise her dogs, in her home, as members of the
family and her personal standards for raising her pups. Another
amazing thing we all took notice of was the cleanliness and condition of
Desarie's house and yard while having at that time four dogs as well as two
young children. It is remarkable how she is able to maintain such a
hectic lifestyle with such ease and grace.
As the months have
progressed, I have grown closer and closer to Desarie. She has not
only advised me in the tedious process that demands patience, but she has
provoked in me, the passion that she has for the breed as well as the desire
to one day be involved in a breeding program. She has been so
encouraging and supportive in helping me find my "perfect first Klee Kai"
that we have deciding to invest in each other and pursue a joint venture in
co-owning a Klee Kai as soon as the right situation presents itself.
Up to this point, I have
had the opportunity of visiting three different breeding programs as well as
having had contact with quite a few breeders. Of these, Desarie has
not only impressed me but has far exceeded my standards of a breeder with
whom I would hope to work with. It is not only a pleasure but a
blessing to have found Desarie Fletcher and her family and an honor to call
her a friend. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or
concerns.
Megan Moore & Kiana
281-460-4140
In regards to Desarie Fletcher
of Kika’s Kennel/Kika’s Klee Kai, both personally and professionally, I have
yet to meet a breeder that has such strict breeding standards and a true
dedication and devotion to the Alaskan Klee Kai as she does.
Professionally, each litter delivered gets the utmost scrutiny and devotion,
it is a pleasure to watch and admire her for her talents to the breed.
Desarie is a focused and devoted breeder, she maintains the highest
standards for both the puppies produced by her program and those added from
other breeders, and she is committed to the betterment of the breed, this is
all evident through the dogs produced from her kennel. Her offspring are
DNA tested and UKC registered and she maintains her memberships with UKC and
ARBA. Her ability to add the best pups to her program to increase the gene
pool is remarkable and I admire her spirit and work in this area.
Personally, Desarie is a woman
of high ideals, self-esteem, self-scrutiny, and has a great balance of
realism both in her personal life as well as her professional life. She is
honest, straight-forward, and brings a personal love of animals and family
to her program. If she doesn’t have the answer to the question being asked,
she will find it, and this is important in her role in the community of
breeders. She is a great mentor and is always willing to share advice for
raising puppies and for new breeders in the Alaskan Klee Kai community.
Even in her dealings with other breeders and friends, she prides herself on
her honesty and making the right decisions. I have been privileged to watch
her dealings with problems that have arisen with such decisions, and she
maintains the highest integrity for herself, her dogs, and her program. Her
devotion is evident and to be respected and admired by those who know her.
I cannot recommend a better breeder or breeding program and would expect
that her program will continue to grow and become more successful due to her
exceptional traits.
