This is a reprisal of a letter I mailed to you in July of 1999!  I just 
discovered your website so decided to resubmit it.

**Original letter

I am writing to tell you how wonderful I think your dog food is.  I have a six year old German Shepherd "Max" who, although otherwise healthy has suffered allergies since about age 
two, and finally developed colitis about a year ago.

We tried everything!  Every possible medication was tried, and every premium manufactured diet was tried.  I began reading about feeding a raw natural diet about 9 months ago, but frankly was afraid to try it, as I wasn't confident that I could properly 
provide all the nutrients in the proper balance that he required.  Then after reading Ross Becker's report in "Good Dog" I phoned AFS and ordered the Canine Patties.

Since Max has always been a picky eater, I was leery and only gradually added the meat to his kibble.  No one was more surprised than I when he began to eat it right away.  This 
dog who nearly had to be begged (or starved) to eat was whining at my side while I prepared his food!  But most importantly, his colitis cleared up within three days. 

I don't think I would believe this story if it hadn't happened to us.  Also, his coat improved and be became much more animated.  Obviously he feels better.

Since then (I started your food in April "99) I also tried another prepared raw diet; Pat McKay's product.  Not only did Max not like it as well, he didn't seem to digest it as well.  So for the 
second time I started AFS and we're back to total success.  While I realize this isn't a scientific study, results twice are more than anecdotal.

Thank you for a product that may have saved Max's life--certainly it has saved his health.

-- Sharon / Valleyford, WA

** January 2001 update

Max is now nearly 8 years old and continues to thrive.  People are amazed at his vigor (and personality and attitude) and his vet says he is in extraordinary health.  Again, thank you.  Any future additions to our dog family (I've had 8 Shepherds over nearly 30 years) will be weaned on your diet!

--Sharon / Valleyford, WA