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Nanuke ShihTzu review: Faulty contract 49

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This woman set up a contract on her website that is probably the worst grammatical offense in human history. Not only that; she likes to pick and choose which parts she gets to adhere to! She set up a standard seeming contract for a $100.00 deposit, and the rest of the payment for a puppy due when the puppy left for his new home. She then allowed me to drive (waaaay) out of my way to visit him on a near weekly basis after the puppy was born, and used the opportunity to add stipulations such as only being able to use her vet so that she could keep getting her club discount, and how she would get back on the price, but we'd also have to chip in for the puppy's mother's c section. I thought I was going crazy and started scanning the contract, but could find nothing about either of those two things. The price of the c section that I would have to chip in was $150.00! When I questioned the price/ legality of that she ignored my messages for three weeks, and then listed the puppy I had put a deposit on as back on sale! She took my money and ran, and then finally messaged me back this week bashing with me with every obscenity she could come up with effectively calling me a cheapskate for questioning having to fork over an additional $150.00. It's just unprofessional communication, both the name calling, and not being honest upfront about her contract.

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suzanne ducharme
, US
Feb 05, 2023 4:27 pm EST

I have brandy 4 from sonia. Bought him 2 1/2 yrs ago. Sonia is a wonderful breeder. I would go back to her in a heartbeat. Stay strong sonia through the evil in this world . We're praying for you. Xoxo

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Lori Perrotta
, US
Aug 19, 2020 12:10 pm EDT
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My experience with Sonia has been wonderful. She loves and cares deeply about her dogs and is very selective who her dogs go to. Personally, i admire a person like her who doesn't give a crap what anyone else thinks. She has her priorities right - her dogs best interest front and center. All her dogs are beautiful. She is a busy lady being a one woman show and sometimes you might have to wait for a response but it is well worth it. and she always says if you haven't heard from her to follow up and she doesn't care how many times you contact her. Put yourself in her place, you have 20 dogs and mostly puppies who need care, all the clean up, puppy pads, vet visits..its a very busy job. we love our Jasmine and feel so lucky Sonia let us take her. She is a smart and very beautiful dog and i have no regrets other than I wish I could have 5 of her dogs! thank you Sonia!

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suzanne ducharme
, US
Dec 20, 2021 1:09 pm EST

I also have one of Sonia puppies. She was and still is an amazing person. He is now a year old and fabulous. Loves his 4 yr old sister ..another shihtzu. I would but from her again. Thank you Sonia.
Sue from Scituate RI

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Arthur Denicia Keke
, US
Aug 19, 2020 9:44 am EDT

Best breeder ever no problems... everything up front and still is like family a year later... she was honest and communication was easy... ive referred several people and still no complaints.

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JohnD2016
, US
Aug 18, 2020 11:38 pm EDT

We got Maxwell in 2016 from Sonia. I had been around breeders before, but none that showed the care that Sonia does for her dogs. We told her what we wanted in a dog and that’s what she gave us. There was a waiting list and we were on it. We knew the dogs came fixed. We knew the price before we did anything and also got a breakdown of the total cost in our contract. We weren’t concerned with colors, but temperament was important.

We picked out a puppy and began the waiting process. During that time Sonia watched the puppy grow and felt he wouldn’t be right for a family with an active 7 year old. She asked us to come back down and she see how he was. The puppies were around 5 weeks at the time. By then Sonia could more accurately predict what kind of dog the puppies would grow into. She showed us some other puppies that she felt would suit us better. We selected another one that would end up being our dog. Sonia answered every question we had and took our deposit and the price of our dog never changed.

We went to pick him up and there was an issue with a mark in his gums. Sonia didn’t feel comfortable letting us take him because she thought he could have a health issue. We still hadn’t paid her anything over the deposit and she never asked for anything. She called her vet and arranged for us to go down with Max and have him evaluated. She didn’t come with us due to other customers, but let us take our dog down to the vet. He was cleared of any issues and we went back to Sonia’s and paid the balance on our dog. We got our care package and left with Max. 4 years later he’s exactly as she said he would be. She even told us what some of his mannerisms would be and she was right. A couple times a year I am in context with Sonia and she does what she can to help me out. Sometimes it does take a couple messages to reach her. I don’t have any reason to think we were some anomaly in how She runs things. We got the exact dog we asked her for. She didn’t just want to make a sale. She also wanted us to get the family pet we wanted.

Sonia isn’t corporate America. You’re not going to get The buzz words and phrases with A fake caring attitude. She cares about each dog and has to be sure they’re going to a good home. I’ve been told our dog is from a good line and has been well bred based on some of the physical characteristics Max has. In business you can’t please everyone. I can only speak for my own experience with Sonia and if I wanted another dog I’d only go to her. We were never forced to use her vet or use anything specific. She gave us suggestions for things like food, grooming tips, preventative medicine, etc.

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JBPacheco
, US
Aug 18, 2020 9:37 pm EDT

I have had my Brodie for 3 years now . And I couldn’t be happier. When I first reached out to Sonia about getting a puppy, ( thanks to my sister and a friend who both have pups for Sonia )I had questions and so undecided on if the timing was good as I had small kids at home but ultimately said Yes.. and I was on the list for Buttercup..Sonia responded to my messages via Facebook and send me pictures(which I still have saved) and I saw videos on Facebook and the day she send me the picture of “Brodie “I was so in love.. The vet date arrived To get fixed and he so happened to have a hernia too and had to stay with Sonia an extra few days due to bruising and again I had little kids at home.. Sonia kept me in the loop and send me pics of how the was doing .. She let him come home on my birthday that year. I can’t thanks Sonia enough for her time and patience, she is a very busy breeder and has her own stuff going on and still finds the time to have the best pups out there.. Brodie is the most perfect addition to our family ..
I have even referred a few people and 2 have pups and one is on the waiting list .. All I can say is just be patient and I promise it’s worth it.

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Amanda Lima
, US
Aug 18, 2020 9:35 pm EDT

I can just say is that Sonia is amazing, I never once had a problem buying my nanuke from her! She explained everything from buying the dog to taking care of my baby. She referred me to proper vets, she’s always there to recommend and help you with anything! When I purchased my dog she broke everything down for me for price and how everything worked, never had a problem. Love you Sonia!

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Cpina1966
, US
Aug 18, 2020 8:50 pm EDT

I am honored to have one of Sonia’s Nanuke Shih Tzu. I can’t walk him without someone stopping me to tell me how beautiful he is. I reached out to Sonia for my sister and her husband who had to say goodbye to their fur baby Banji 2 years ago. I sent her a text regarding their story along with a picture of the baby they lost. Sonia put them immediately on a list and matched them up to a handsome boy that resembled their Banji. It was a long wait but it was so worth it. The time Sonia takes with them to prepare them for their new home is amazing. When they got him he adjusted right away and Sonia followed up with a text to see how things were going. The day we picked him up, I couldn’t help but fall in love with the other pups that were there. I mentioned to Sonia I was relocating to Florida and she assured me that she could deliver my fur baby when I was ready. Thanksgiving my baby was born and Sonia sent me a picture of the litter. I picked the little guy who looked like a teddy bear 🧸. I moved to Florida at the end of December and he was delivered as promised to me a few weeks later. It was instant love and as he gets older, I fight the urge to request another baby from Sonia..

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Kimberly Ratcliffe
, US
Aug 18, 2020 7:17 pm EDT

I have purchased 2 shihtzu’s from Sonya and have had many friends I recommended purchase shihtzu’s from her and are extremely happy! Sonya worked with me the entire process of getting a puppy! She sent me pictures and kept me updated every step of the way! Best breeder ever! Sonya made sure I had everything I needed when I picked up my shihtzu. Thank you Sonya! Your the BEST!

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Kek126ct
, US
Aug 18, 2020 6:14 pm EDT
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I haven’t even gotten a puppy yet from Sonia but the communication has been great. She has sent pictures and we have had communication through messenger as well as phone contact. Sonia is an excellent breeder with so much knowledge. I would recommend Sonia to anyone who is looking for a Shih Tzu.

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Chrisc15
, US
Aug 18, 2020 3:51 pm EDT

Tejaswi17. You're weird. I got my puppy Ozzy from Sonia 4 years ago. I am going to get another one from her also. Sonia is an excellent breeder, she cares about her dogs, puppies and the individuals who will be purchasing her pups. I have never had a problem with Sonia, she has always responded to me when I contact her for any reason. She is honest and upfront. If you can't handle that go somewhere else.
I suspect Tejaswi17, you think you are "Special" ( in my day it was called a spoiled rotten demanding pain in the a##.) and everyone should drop what they are doing to answer you and cater to you when you call. Get a life. Sonia has a life and everyone who purchases her puppies have a life and we do not have any problems. I guess it's all in how you treat people, you get what you dish out.

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Patiently Waiting 2
, US
Aug 18, 2020 3:40 pm EDT

I'm on the wait list. I followed the process and continue to enjoy the pictures and stories of the many happy families that have completed their adoption process. I do understand Sonia does not have a closet full of ready to adopt puppies. She is also very busy caring for the puppies. The owners club has shown me that Sonia has integrity and is trust worthy.

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Kelly Donovan Blaisdell
, US
Aug 18, 2020 3:25 pm EDT

Sonia is an amazing breeder! Her puppies are worth every minute of waiting! She cares so much about her customers and puppies even when she is no feeling well herself! I would highly recommend Sonia and her puppies.

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John Bunszel
, US
Aug 18, 2020 3:09 pm EDT

We had a wonderful experience getting a puppy through Sonia. She was nothing but professional, kind and helpful. We were kept up to speed the whole time. I would do it again tomorrow, and will when we are ready for another puppy. Sonia is awesome!

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Christine Braccini
, US
Aug 18, 2020 2:43 pm EDT

Purchased my puppy from Sonia 2 years ago.

Was I put on a waiting list?
Was I explained in detail the procedure?
Was I told that if I didn't receive a response from her to send another, because sometimes she might miss one?
The answer is YES!
Sonia is an excellent breeder. She's straight forward and will tell you like it is. She cares for her puppies like they are her kids and it shows in the puppies personality, temperament and health. Once I had picked my puppy I was updated with pics and videos of her progress, it made the waiting so much easier If you are looking for a quick puppy, then don't bother. Sonia is a responsible breeder and does not have a surplus of puppies lying around.
2 years later and I can still message her with any questions I might have about my Fiona. Sonia stands behind her puppies for life. So glad to have my Nanuke, she has brought so much happiness to our family, can't wait for another!

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Michelle Nicole
, US
Aug 18, 2020 2:05 pm EDT

Hello everyone I contacted sonia threw puppy find about a puppy she had listed unfortunately he was no longer available. she called me back and was on phone with me for a while explained how everything worked and I was put on the list. I wasn't on the list that long and could of picked a puppy from this last litter but color we wanted did not come up I was going to settle on something I really didn't want as we had been waiting months to find a puppy (ever place I found for shihzhu was a scam) sonia talked to me and showed me pupies from past litters and convinced me to wait for next litter to get what I want she was great patient and helpful and I can't wait to september and we can pick a puppy. I haven't even met sonia and I already think she is great I can't wait to meet her and my new puppy. thanks sonia lool forward to getting our new puppy soon.

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Iapicca
, US
Aug 18, 2020 1:49 pm EDT

I responded to a puppy and and Sonia made contact with me right away. She sent me pictures of available puppies and we picked one and knew that we would have to wait a couple months until the puppy was 12 weeks and had his first shots and got fixed. She updated us during this process. If we had questions. Sonia responded within 24 hours.
Sonia does not take deposits on her dogs .
We love our Pippy, he has such a great personality and is great with our kids. We are on the list for another puppy at some point.

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Betsi O
, US
Aug 18, 2020 1:44 pm EDT
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I had no problem / she let everyone know she was suffering from severe migraines so if I did not hear from
Her I would keep calling until I reached her when she wasn’t resting ! I don’t know how she keeps track f everyone anyway / the serious ones that truly want a puppy and the ones that want a puppy but don’t follow through . You people can eat your heart out that are bad mouthing on social media because I have the cutest puppy and she was worth every call ! Sonia, I’ll be back ! Be glad your puppies didn’t fall into their hands ... mean name calling people !

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Ugsdre
, US
Aug 18, 2020 1:31 pm EDT

I had nothing but a good experience with Nanuke Shih Tzu, Sonia is the best breeder you could ask for. We just recently got our 2nd baby from her and couldn’t be happier. I too, found her on puppy find, we reached out, she responded, answered any and all questions we had. I was able to message her on her Facebook group page and via her cell via text. This entitled Karen is most likely upset because Sonia has a life and is trying to answer like 50 texts and emails a day. She didn’t get answered within seconds because the world doesn’t revolve around you Karen! Pay no attention to this stupid, dumb review, listen to those who have followed the game plan and are now happy nanuke owners. Trust me when I tell you, you are not gonna find a better breeder. Believe that!

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AneMarie
, US
Aug 18, 2020 1:28 pm EDT
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That doesn’t sound right at all. I got my puppy- had no issues. I believe I waited about six weeks. This was before Covid, so I was able to do puppy visits at her house. Sonia was wonderful. No problems communicating, and my dog has been extremely healthy. She is there for questions and problems for the rest of the dogs life. She is very reputable excellent breeder the best in the area in my opinion.

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ChelsieC
, US
Aug 18, 2020 1:21 pm EDT
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I had the complete opposite experience.
After responding to a Puppy Finder ad and not hearing back, I called her cell phone which is listed on the Nanuke Facebook page, and spoke to her right away. I told her exactly what I was looking for and was told I was on the list. She added me to the private Facebook group which is how I got all the updates I needed on the litter and pups I was on the list for. Any additional questions, I would text her and she would get back to me when she could. She is busy, yes, but I trusted in her and the process and I got my Nanuke Shih Tzu as planned. Sonia is professional and trustworthy - she knows her stuff. Just have to be patient. Thank you Sonia!

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Tejaswi17
, US
Jun 29, 2020 8:58 pm EDT

She is weird. I asked her about available puppies and adult dogs and she said she has lot of them and asked me to call back in two weeks. I contacted her after 2 weeks, she kept saying the same story that they need to go to vet and get fixed. She added me to Facebook group and said she added me on wait list. Thats the last time I heard from her. I ignored other breeders who contacted me and making alternate plans, just because I thought I had her word. I tried reaching out to her multiple times, but not even a peep. She ignored calls, messages. I wasn't sure what was going on. I wonder what kind of customer relationship based business she is running. I understand if a specific dog is unavailable or there is a wait list. But not able to communicate that to customers because you are lazy or whatsoever reason is not what a reputable breeder would do. I would suggest people to look for a different breeder who respects your time and be upfront about the situation rather than talking crap and giving customers false hopes.

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Aug 18, 2020 12:39 pm EDT
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REALLY?

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MarciaS
, US
Aug 18, 2020 1:52 pm EDT
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I had the complete opposite experience with Sonia. She was caring, knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. I told her what I was looking for, she added me to her page while we were waiting for the litter to be born. She posted updates, videos and sent me a picture of the puppies after they were born. She was upfront with me on waiting period since other litters were already spoken for and responded to my messages. If it took awhile occasionally because she was busy, she apologized and told me to feel free to message/call her again if I didn’t hear back in 24 hours. I had no issues. My puppy was beautiful, well adjusted and already pad trained and used to being groomed from day one. I recommend her highly. One of my friends also got a puppy from her and I would get another pup in a heartbeat.

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Jun 10, 2021 12:30 pm EDT

June 2020 wasn't COVID out there vet was going as fast as she could.

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WillowDragon345
Ashland, US
Feb 05, 2023 2:57 pm EST
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Same here! She's been jerking my friend around for 6 months! She offered her one of her retired females. All she heard is the same thing about the dog has to get fixed, oops now she's in heat, oops now her blood work was bad and vet won't fix, oops now she goes in the hospital, oops now hubby is sick. I'm beginning to wonder if she has some mental issues or does she really even have the dog she promised ot did she give her to someone else and won't admit it. My friend even offered to take the dog and sign a paper stating the dog would be spayed by her vet. Her vet even offered to work with Sonia but Sonia won't even answer her. Terrible, terrible breeder! I would never recommend her for what she's been putting my friend through. Funny thing is...my friend is a returning client! Sonia treats her like she doesn't exist. Really sad to see these things happening. All we hear from Sonia is all about Sonia. No answers to any texts. Shame on Sonia.

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Apr 16, 2023 3:35 pm EDT

HAHAHA YOU WISH ! so funny how these fake customers never post their real name !

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cmcquaid87
Fall River, US
Sep 16, 2013 12:09 pm EDT

Like I said..I'm only stating the obvious here. Which is the truth. Your customers can make as many good reviews as they want. But to belittle me and the name calling on top of swearing just makes you look bad and shows the type of personal character they really are. They don't personally know me and my husband so to make assumptions is ridiculous and flat out stupid. My friend only defended me and the situation that happened to us because I got personally attacked and called a liar. Hypocritical to have your customers spew whatever they want out of their mouths when they know nothing, but when someone I personally know defends my character you're pissed? That's ok. There is a law in Massachusetts called the MGL 93A which I will stand by if this does go to court for whatever reason. I've been over all of this and have moved on, which is why I don't want to do business with you nor have I contacted you privately on my own time. I have blocked you and your daughters so I won't have to deal with petty nonsense. I personally welcome that with a warrant of course to enter my home (since you have no justifiable cause) if you want to go that route into calling a dog officer on me and my husband as we have nothing to hide and only own 2 dogs, which both have a clean bill of health and can show records of that at my veterinary office. This is my last posting because in all honesty I proved my case in the matter, stated what happened to us, and will leave it at that. If this goes any further than I wish you good luck. Take care...

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santinakingsley & chewie
Walpole, US
Sep 14, 2013 6:41 am EDT

sonia is one of the best breeders out there.i adopted chewie (then Jadah) from her in janurary. she was a retired brreder that was done having babies. at somepoint in time there was an issue with her left eye. she made sure that when she went to the vet to be fixed that they took a closer look at her eye to make sure everything was ok. when the vet called her to tell her that it needed to come out the first thing she did was to let me know. as she was on the phone with the vet she was texting me. there was no surprises for me with added charges.she had even stated that there may be added charges she just wouldnt know util the vet looked. chewie was fine after that, she went to sonias to recover from spaying and eye removal. she always kept me updated on how she was everyday. when it was time for stitch removal Sonia felt that she needed to stay in longer which ment longer until i could bring her home. I was with that because i knew that she was doing what was best for her. I live over an hr away and would have been devastated if i had brought her home and something would have happened. I was glad that she was with Sonia so that if anything did happen that she was near the vet that had done the surgery. she was there a few more days and Sonia saw that chewie was ready to come home. stitches and all. she gave me the option to come get her and bring her back to get the stitches out. she offered that. with no pressure from me at all.
she cares for all those babies like they were her own children. chewie has the best little personality and is so calm. in fact all the dogs that i met when i went to meet chewie were all great.. Sonia knows what she is doing. and she is who she is and that's why she is the best..wouldn't go anywhere else for a puppy or older dog adoption.

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cmcquaid87
Fall River, US
Sep 13, 2013 8:46 pm EDT

Pat mind your business...do you know me? Nope. The only people here that look stupid here is pretty clear. Doesnt even involve you and again are acting like an imbesile. Im kicking myself? Wrong..just stating a proven fact of what happened. You have zero class to even assume anything about me and to swear like a fool publicly..real classy

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 13, 2013 8:08 pm EDT

its funny the site now isnt letting my posts threw they dont wanna here it any more lolol
my customers are just that CUSTOMERS ..unlike the people your having harass me dont no them never talked to them..but i did file a complaint at the police station today..its funny maybe i should get checked by the dog officer im kennel licensed and inspected maybe i should have them check you guys out.

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Patricia ormston
Fall River, US
Sep 13, 2013 5:17 pm EDT

Ok miss stupid ### I have my own mouth Sonia doesn't ask anyone to fight her battles we as customers are stating that we have had a wonderful experience and if u can't see that then your just as stupid as your acting u ###ed up and lost the opportunity to get an awesome pup and now your kicking yourself in the ### and by the way if you couldn't afford an extra 150 then u shouldn't own a pet!

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 13, 2013 4:13 pm EDT

first of all Courtney my customers are not going out of their way ..you posted this site and they are past and new customers posting on something YOU STARTED... UNLIKE YOU having your friends that i don't know, never met, never talked to, never did business with contacting me harassing me going out of their way to start trouble with stuff of dog officers and junk maybe i can send them to your house too...im kennel licensed and inspected ... i already went to the police department this afternoon to file complaints. you don't want no contact then delete the sites... i deleted everything like i said i would this site is active so is the other one and as long as they run people have the right AS CUSTOMERS to post not fake me out people and 19 years olds with drinks in their hands telling me how horrible i am be cuz i sware or my spelling sucks... that don't know anything about nothing going out of their way starting trouble.. i want nothing to do with you... i told you in a nice email Wednesday to go our sepret ways but then all your little friends now are chasing me harassing

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Sonia Pacheco
you know after all this ### i figured hey we would cool off talk about it then move on and you had to go post stupid ### on web sites... i really liked you guys..its too bad...i wasnt even upset you moved to another litter hey i understand budgets..bit to take it all on me like all those people that do ### like that you would say i wouldnt do that and you went and posted to scam report WOW i guess we live and learn...im used to this ### but im in shock it came from you..i am so mad i want to throw out the ### you gave to my kids..thats how shocked and upset i am with you..its about money and stinging you along thats so mest up...i blocked you cuz i didnt want to say ### back and forth i was not gona get over if this got worse...you should have let it go i would have sold you another pup cuz i really liked you guys...or even sold you that pup with out the bill..BUT i did say im sorry i spaced out repeating the bill every time you came over..i didnt remember it till i was doing the billz...but what ever i really dont want this ### to go any foward remove the posts and i'll remove mine we either cool off and stay friends or go our sepret ways either way i dont want to keep fighting...ball is on you now...

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cmcquaid87
Fall River, US
Sep 13, 2013 1:48 pm EDT

Excuse me? I did drop it and only stated the obvious as to what happened. I dont want to do business with you after all of this. To have your customers lie for you is rotten. To also ost a link to your facebook and have your customers bark threats and gang up on me..also unprofessional. I printed everything. Including the post you took down having you and your customers make false allegations. I have more than enough. You block me and unblock me and also send me a friend request. Good luck.

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Jenn72777
Fort Myers, US
Sep 13, 2013 1:15 pm EDT

I bought a dog from Sonia and my friend has bought 5. Listen Courtney if you want the best dog you will buy from Sonia but now that you talked ### you won't get one. Good you have an evil spirit that doesn't deserve a great dog like this . By the way the people that buy dogs from Sonia consider her family so not only did you mess with her but you messed with the whole Nanuke Shih Tzu community karma will get you ! If the dog ends up biting you, you deserve it eventually !

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 13, 2013 9:32 am EDT

i found the other 40.00 payment... when the lawyer contacts you talk to him or get a lawyer to talk to him...

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 13, 2013 9:29 am EDT

i already filed with a lawyer i told you to drop this stuff you should have deleted the site talk your c*** in private having people i never met post stuff now you have friends people i never sold dogs to or even met before now spreading slanders and defamation im already printing stuff for court you didnt want the dog then move on .. I HAVE NO PROBLEM TAKING YOU AND THEM TO COURT

Azar, Mark-Azar & Wheatley Law Office
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170 Pleasant St, #203, Fall River, MA 02721

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Elayne Holmes
Rockland, MA, US
Nov 27, 2021 10:22 pm EST

Hi, I have done business with Sonia for a number of years, I am guessing almost 20 years. I bought my Shamus from her and raved about the experience to everyone. I bought my best friend’s puppy from her. Another nurse I worked with got a pup from Sonia and was so pleased; she decided to get another from Sonia so her other pup would have a playmate. None of us have a bad experience. Example being: I bought My Shamus from Sonia. He was probably about 4 or 5 years old and due to any breed that has mushed face ( old English Bulldog, [censored]zu, Llaso apso, pekinese) just to name a few, his eye started protruding. Off to the vet and removed his eye. A month or so later I called Sonia to tell her and she was more than professional and kind. She offered us a new puppy, pay the bill, take Shamus back. We said absolutely not. We love our Shamus. We were just letting her know in case any of the other litter had any problems. Most businesses would not flinch at saying not our fault or problem.
I hope that this clears up what an A-1 breeder she is. Thank you for years of joy with our fur-babies.

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cmcquaid87
Fall River, US
Sep 12, 2013 7:54 pm EDT

First of all do not call me a liar. I did pay a 100 dollar deposit which is listed below. You again I will assume forgot that I gave you 60 dollars the first day we met and 40 dollars was given on June 6th (3 days after the puppy was born) and you initialed the paperwork and gave me the original copy without you putting it on file. I have NOT contacted you. You blocked me because I had told you on Labor Day that again I was not paying extra money on a dog that was NEVER agreed upon. You have been harassing and hostile towards me. You unblocked me yesterday again to be harassing. If you read between the lines I am telling people what happened in my situation. I absolutely believe that you DO have a lot of happy customers..that's great. We were not one of them. Here is our conversation since you think I'm a liar.

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8/10, 12:30pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

I was going to give you the 550 in cash for the pup and paul Mitchell kit and put his vet bill on credit card

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8/10, 12:31pm

Sonia Pacheco

thats fine

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8/10, 12:31pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

how much round about do you think the vet will charge for him?

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8/10, 12:31pm

Sonia Pacheco

180-224 about

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as long as we have no problems

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8/10, 12:32pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

oh ok great. that's with all his shots too?

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8/10, 12:32pm

Sonia Pacheco

yes many be rabies

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maybe rabies he needs to be 12-13 weeks old

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he is only 10 weeks so no rabies

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8/10, 12:33pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

oh ok that's great. if he gets neutered on Thursday and everything goes well does he come home Friday? how much is normally just a rabies shot?

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8/10, 12:34pm

Sonia Pacheco

14-20 you can come back for it at my vet i'll give you a free office visit paper

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8/10, 12:34pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

oh excellent thank you so much

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8/10, 12:37pm

Sonia Pacheco

welcome

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8/10, 12:37pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

do you know of a round about of when he would come home after the neutering? would he be ok to come home Friday if he has no problems?

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or should I wait until a week after until he is healed?

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8/10, 12:40pm

Sonia Pacheco

thats weekend

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he can go home same night

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8/10, 12:40pm

Courtney Ann McQuaid

oh wow good can't wait..so excited to see him again. thank you again for all you have done for us

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8/10, 12:42pm

Sonia Pacheco

very welcome

Here is also the definition of slander : a malicious, false, and defamatory statement or report: a slander against his good name.

This was NOT a false statement since this DID happen.

My intention was to never stud that dog. I offered to you several times vet paperwork on both of my dogs stating that they are both fixed and very well taken care of. Also you made the appointment for me to go to the vet to get the dog neutered which I agreed to.

Leave me alone. DROP THIS. You already sold this dog and I have no clue why you are still being harassing

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Alex with Peanut & Butter
Quincy, US
Sep 12, 2013 4:38 pm EDT

Sonia from nanukeshihtzu is a wonderful breeder. She's very honest about everything. She loves her puppies so much; if she sees someone shady, she wouldn't even sell it to the person. It's not fair to trash someone's entire business based on your own frustration. I bought two puppies from Sonia recently. I understand that the whole process takes a long time, beause from the time the litter the color you want is born, you wait 10 to 13 weeks to bring them home. If Sonia wasn't a reputable breeder, she could easily let people take the puppies when they are 8 weeks old and save all the moneyand effort from feeding them, cleaning after them, and checking on their health. That shows her commitment of breeding healthy puppies. Another simple reason is thet she's the most popular shih tzu breeder in Mass. People get on waiting lists to buy puppies from her including a lot of return customers and referrals. If that doesn''t speak of how good of a breeder she is, I don't know what does. I was also impressed by the amount of paperwork she provided and the professionalism of those paperwork. I would definitely recommend everyone who's looking to get a shih tzu from Sonia. Her prices and support are so excellent, I would absolutely get puppies from her again!

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Gyxmo's mom
Holbrook, US
Sep 12, 2013 12:24 pm EDT

I think this person is delusional. .I have had my puppy Gyzmo for five years and we are always welcome to come and visit anytime. . Sonia is always caring and upfront about everything. . Sonia you rock sistah

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Debbie O
Wareham, US
Sep 12, 2013 11:34 am EDT

I purchased my pup Zac from Sonia and never had any issues. She is just who she is, she is just honest and to the point. She know what she is doing, plain and simple. Zac is the best dog ever, he came paper trained, has such a calm and perfect personality, and that is due to Sonia's work. I know everyone has budgets, but if you can't afford an extra $150, how are you going to provide future vet care, food and basic supplies that the puppy needs? I had to pay the extra $150, and that was fine. I have a beautiful little puppy. If you actually take the time to look on the internet and check other breeders prices, they are selling for about $1, 200. Sonia gave us a carrier, and all kinds of supplies to come home with, I honestly don't know how she makes money either. Knowing myself, if I had visited a pup for that long, I would have fallen in love with it, and I couldn't have just walked away from it for $150, so that makes me wonder if you ever really wanted it for a pet at all. Sonia is awesome, has a great 20 year reputation, and I would not hesitate to buy another pup from her. This is going a little overboard, slandering someone online. Be a woman and just walk away from the situation and move on, you are only making yourself sound like you have sour grapes, and you are not going to hurt her business, because if she was that terrible, she wouldn't still be in business after 20 years!

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PTracz
New Bedford, US
Sep 12, 2013 11:03 am EDT
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I have purchased two pups from Nanukeshihtzu and I have never been happier Sonia the breeder was very helpful she took the time to explain the contract.. She helped me throughout the process from start to finish..I will continue to purchase my pups through her. She loves her dogs as well as the pups and will take the time to match you with the right pups. I have nothing but good things to say about Nanukeshihtzu and how yhe buisness is running. Very careing and the love you feel when you first walk in the door
...speaks for it's self...

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 12, 2013 10:48 am EDT

12 weeks of visits 2 times a week and now i suck you didnt have time to see i sucked before that...i hope no other breeder makes the mistake of selling you their dogs..

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 12, 2013 10:46 am EDT

also i dont demand you use my vet but if your gonna use your vet the dog will go home on a notarized statement for promise of spay and neuter wow how horrible am i as a breeder covering my dogs ..LOLOL your funny

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 12, 2013 10:11 am EDT

you also are under contract for slander and im not gona tolerate any more of this stuff
your just mad because i told you to your face that if you loved the dog that 151.20 wouldn't of mattered its funny how now my web site and my spelling sucks but before it was ok your full of it...im very happy you didnt get one of my dogs and for all i know you prob didnt want the dog fixed... cuz thats when most people that are up to no good start their complaint

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nanukeshihtzu
Marion, US
Sep 12, 2013 10:08 am EDT

courtney your a lier.. first of all you only gave me 60.00 as a deposit and no one else pulled out from getting their pups... your messages on my facebook ****she was kept up to speed on everything by facebook PUBLIC POSTS private posts and phone texts

Courtney Ann McQuaid

He gets fixed on Thursday?
8/13, 5:34pm Sonia Pacheco

he got pushed to the 20th
the vet has a wedding to go to on the 15th
8/13, 5:35pm Courtney Ann McQuaid

Oh ok
August 18
8/18, 7:53pm Sonia Pacheco

hey girl so the pups got pushe dout a few days i didn't like the other dr
one more week
8/18, 8:06pm Courtney Ann McQuaid

Last week of August?
8/18, 8:33pm Sonia Pacheco

im not down stairs but i think its 29th
ill check in the morn...
August 20
8/20, 6:11am Sonia Pacheco

8/22 is his date

***** she was informed about the c-section bill split with the rest of the litter owners
August 20
8/20, 10:09am Courtney Ann McQuaid

Oh ok. Do you know whats going on with the 150?
8/20, 10:10am Sonia Pacheco

151.20 we all had to pay a cut for that c-section
8/20, 10:11am Courtney Ann McQuaid

Is there any way I can wait on a litter that's not a csection?
8/20, 10:53am Sonia Pacheco

ok
8/20, 11:27am Sonia Pacheco

are you sure you dont want me to hold onto him for another week or 2 its a shame after visiting him all this time
8/20, 12:09pm Courtney Ann McQuaid

Its ok. Thank you though I really appreciate it