Chantel has handled a fawn bitch for me, and attained the last major we needed Chantel has a gentle touch and the dogs really like her and she loves them as well.
Betsy Phelan
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During the many years that Chantel showed & cared for my dogs
Chantel’s handling skills are incredible – some acquired – most natural. The many Champions I have bred/owned are the direct result of Chantel’s expertise
Through the years we developed a lasting friendship based on mutual respect.
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I was really worried about handing Tessa off to a professional handler as I have watched what goes on with some of them and how they don't seem to get involved personally with the dog. Watching Chantel handle her clients was totally different. She has a very good way with them and really takes the time to get to know them. Chantel and Tessa's first time in the ring together I knew I had found the perfect match for us. She is a totally caring and giving person and is just absolutely wonderful with me and Tessa. Tessa just loves her which makes my heart glad
I am so happy to have found her and would highly recommend her.
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“The moment she met Chantel at the National in Chandler, it was love at first sight for Nessa. Due to everyone’s schedules Chantel and Nessa had a minimum of time to work together but to see them in the ring together you would not have known that. Nessa baited, she posed, she boinged, she was beautiful and she placed in her class.
Thank you Chantel for a wonderful job and for showing Ness that being in the ring could be fun. So many handlers seem to just have their “business” at the other end of the lead, so it was lovely to see you show each dog as if it was your own.
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"When I sent my girl out with Chantel for the month, I had full confidence that she would have the ultimate care and be loved just as if she were at home. I was right! When I picked up Raven, although happy to see me, she immediately referred back to Chantel and her husband, Stacey. Raven felt at home and even looked amazing in the show ring! I found a handler for life!"
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Chantel did a lot of winning with my dogs. From the beginning I was impressed
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As a harlequin Great Dane breeder it was very important for me to find It’s with pleasure and confidence I can recommend Chantel as a Great Dane handler.
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Chantel’s soft but firm touch makes her an incredible handler. Not only can she stack any dog to perfection but she keeps their attitude up in a way that shows their spirit and expression in the ring. She is currently handling our new puppy, Yeager, and achieved a class placement with him at this year’s National’s. We knew they’d be a winning combination because Yeager fell in “love” with Chantel from the first. Watch for them in the ring this spring.
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Chantel took our puppy Scout in the ring two days after he turned 6 months old
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Chantel started our Ch. Reann's Joe Cool CD on his road to fame and glory when he was beginner. Her kind and gentle manner with the dog helped him become confident enough to begin taking his first points under her guidance.
Over the years we have known Chantel, and watched her in the ring with
our dogs and others, we have always been in impressed with her poise
and confidence.
She does a fine job and we would recommend her highly.
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Chantel has a wonderful way about her with dogs. Her soft touch
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Chantel handled my very spoiled Momma’s boy at the National in Texas
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Chantel has shown 3 of my dogs at the National, without having prior contact with them
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Chantel’s knowledge & experience in handling and training dogs & puppies She handled my Dane boy Hammer for me and was key in finishing his title.
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Our boy Lyndon loved Chantel, baiting & gaiting with animation – something we rarely
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Chantel took our two 3 mo old puppies into the Futurity at the GDCA Nationals last year.
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I’ve known Chantel since she lived here in Connecticut and I purchased a puppy
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Dear Friends,
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for the bitch to complete her AKC Championship.
I have watched Chantel from ringside for several years and admired her true
professionalism and great handling talent.
She is a person of good character and I would recommend her to anyone.
Orion Great Danes
she consistently exhibited the utmost professionalism, both in the ring
as well as in my home.
I haven’t seen a dog yet that Chantel cannot present to perfection in the ring.
I am very thankful to the expert, loving care she provided to the dogs
while living in my home, as well as the training, bathing, grooming
and show-prepping of the dogs being exhibited.
hard work and total dedication to me and my dogs.
I’m very proud to remain good friends with Chantel to this very day.
Thankfully,
Linda Slezak
Quaker Hill Danes
Teresa & Tessa Collins
Conroe, Texas
Allison Olivetti & Rokadane Vanessa”
Jennifer Ussery ~ Diamond Star Danes
with her ability to make a dog feel comfortable in no time – whether it would be
a macho character or a more timid one it wouldn’t matter. She would have the
macho dog under control in no time and the more timid one feel comfortable in no time also.
She loved the dogs, took excellent care of them and the dogs loved her.
In my opinion she is an excellent handler and I would recommend her
to anyone looking for a handler.
Anita Langevin
Reann’s Great Danes
a professional and caring handler with good “hands”.
Chantel’s love, knowledge and commitment to the Great Dane breed is apparent
every time she steps into the ring. Chantel has great “hands”
when dealing with animals. We worked as a team, dealing with crazy schedules
and ended up with our first BISS together.
Susan Webster
Hi-Stake’s Great Danes~
Breeder/Owner, BISS Ch Hi-Stake’s Luck of the Draw GMJ
Michael and Teri Holle
and came out of the ring WD/BOW/BOS. Chantel develops a relationship with the dogs
that she handles which makes them want to please her and show their best.
We would highly recommend Chantel as a professional handler.
Mark & Molley McCormack
Thank You
Sandra & Ray Glaser
B.L.B.D Great Danes
and ability to make the dog feel at ease in such a short time is impressive.
I would highly recommend Chantel to anyone looking for a handler.
Jason & Corey
Danosaur Great Danes
and did a wonderful job with him! They made the final cut in the breed ring.
I was very impressed with her calm and gentle touch with my young man.
Shari Z.
De Robles Danes
Home to Multiple BISS Ch. De Robles Colorado Caper CGC
– a Veteran bitch that placed, a dog entered in BOB and a bitch in the reg. classes.
She had a kind & gentle hand with them and showed them to their best.
I was proud of them and appreciated Chantel’s skill & professionalism
as well as her kind and friendly manner. My dogs LOVED her.
Kathy Frederick
Kativa Danes
is evident the first moment she takes the lead. Dogs are immediately comfortable
with her and that really pays off in the ring.
Her ring skills and mentoring skills are superior and she will always do
what is best for you & your dog.
Karen Schuller & Ch.Jonor’s Golden Hammer CD RN CGC
see with him on a strange handler! She played & talked “doggy talk” with him
on ringside and in the ring which seemed to make him feel very comfortable & relaxed.
She made him sparkle for the judges!
Zee & Kim
SisCo Great Danes
It was their first time in the ring. Due to problems beyond our control
she did not have a chance to get acquainted with them. They both showed beautifully
and had a very positive experience. We were pleased and will use her again.
She is still number one with us for Buster if needed.
Kathy & Mike Nelson
Poetry Great Danes
which she showed for me. I like the way she handled the dog & enjoyed traveling
with her to shows. We always had the van packed with dogs, suitcases & extra food!
I won’t forget those good times when she was here. It was nice to see the other
professional handlers always looking for her to help them and knowing they were
asking for Chantel you know you have a good handler for your dog.
I wish she were still around here but now her life is in Texas.
Debbie Burden
Chantel handled my first show dog , Kramer. AKA Lagarada Voyager Mustang Sam.
We were both "first timers" and Chantel was incredible.
She was excellent with Kramer and handled him with love and kindness.
Although Kramer never 'finished', the experience was terrific for both of us and I attribute
the succes he had to Chantel!! I wish he was back in the ring again with Chantel
but that wasn't in the cards for Kramer. I feel he is all the better
from the time spent with Chantel and the experiences they shared.
Thanks from the bottom of my heart....Chantel....YOU are the GREATEST!!!!
Love, Jody Dodson
Fort Worth, TX