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3-28-08

Hi Kara,

I just wanted to thank you so much for my baby Mathias!  He is the sweetest little boy.  He loves mommy a lot and loves to be around me all of the time.  He loves to play and he is content just to keep mommy company.  I appreciate all of the help and information that you've given me and thank you for answering my questions so nicely because I had a lot of them.

Again, thank you so much and I will keep in contact.  Mathias says Hi.

Sincerely,
Terri Jones

Thank you for the wonderful service you provided in delivering Fuji to us. From our first email contact, through the sale, and after followup calls to check up on things you've been great. Fuji arrived safely at the airport, andwas home playing in the living room that day. He's become the mostpopular visitor at the vets when we take him in for his shots - everyone adores him, and says he's the most beautiful kitten they've seen in  awhile. At home, he's got our older cat playing again, and he makes everyday a joy with his gregarious antics. Thanks again for the great service.

Regards,
Kurt Chan
Loomis, CA

Dear Louis:

I am writing this letter to commend you for your outstanding breeding of the Traditional Siamese. As you may recall, I purchased a female lilac point female from you in January 2002.

Before making my decision about which breeder to choose, I did a great deal of research on the internet and by making many phone calls. I was immediately impressed by your cattery because you seemed to want to know just as much about me as I did about you and your kittens. I remember you asking me questions about my lifestyle, reasons for choosing a Siamese kitten and my ability to offer care. You seemed interested and cautious with wanting to make sure that your kitten was going to a good home. We spoke several times for a very good length of time allowing yourself to get to know me and for you to answer my many questions. Before I even made any decisions, you sent me a picture of her via email.

You were insistent that I would not be able to adopt her until she was at least 12 weeks of age and therefore we made an appointment for a couple of weeks away. When we arrived at your place, you gave us plenty of time to get to know each other. You showed me her relatives so that I would have an idea of what she would look like when she got older. You told me that you only feed your kittens Royal Canine and requested that I also buy NuVet vitamin supplement.

My new baby, Nala, is so wonderful. She is about 9 months old now. I have to tell you that she has an amazing personality. She is about the most trusting, intelligent and loveable cat that I have ever been around. My many friends often comment about her telling me that she has such a beautiful coat. Within a matter of minutes, she is sitting on your lap – no matter who you are. She follows us all over the house and actually fetches her toys. We can hear her at night bringing her toys in the bed to play. I always tell everyone that her personality is due to her breeder and that I have just continued the tradition of offering her a trusting and loving home. I just cannot imagine my life without her.

If you ever have any questions please give me a call at 415-863-1648.

Always your grateful friend,

J. Darrin Barker

7/21/07

Old Siam Cattery

Paula Schenebeck

July 16, 2002

I have known Louis Azcarate since 1999, when I first bought a Siamese cat from him.  Subsequently, over the next three years, I bought three more top quality Siamese cats from him.

I find Louis to be not only an honest and fair person, but also very generous, and one who accurately represents his cats.

All four cats that I bought from Louis arrived in excellent health, with shiny coats, clear eyes, and extremely well socialized.  You can tell that he spends a lot of time with his cats to see that they are not only cared for properly, but are also loved and handled often.  None of my cats from Louis arrived with any type of illness or parasite - not a single sniffle, ear mite or flea!

Louis breeds very impressive cats due, in part, to his dedication to the preservation of the old style Siamese, hard work, artistic eye for beauty, and 12+ years experience in raising and caring for cats.  Permes Tahn of Old Siam, a male Siamese which I bought from Louis, was awarded the title of TCA Best Cat 2001.  This is the highest honor bestowed by the Traditional Cat Association (TCA) to a cat, and is a complement to the breeder.

As a breeder myself, I look for good health, striking beauty, social personality and loving, even temperaments in breeding cats for my cattery.  I have found all these qualities in the cats I purchased from Permes Cattery/Louis Azcarate.

Louis upholds the highest standards for his cattery, making sure all cats are comfortable, kept in a clean environment, and are well cared for and happy.  I have the utmost respect for and trust in this man.  I have seen many examples of his generosity over the last three years.  Unfortunately it seems that the generous people are the ones that end up being taken advantage of, and I have seen that done to Louis more than once.  Call his trust in mankind and generosity flaws if you like, but wouldn't the world be a better place to live if more people had these kinds of "flaws?"

Because of my past experience with Louis and what I know of him -- the man and the breeder - I would not hesitate to purchase another cat or kitten from him in the future.  I know he will stand by his word, treat me fairly, and give me a beautiful, healthy cat or kitten the meets or exceeds my expectations.

If I can provide further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Paula Schenebeck

OldSiamCattery@aol.com

It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm I write this letter of recommendation for Louis Azcarate of Permes Cattery. Louis provided me with a Chocolate Point Siamese in January 2002, and really I can’t say enough about how very pleased with the kitten I am.

From the day of my new kitten’s arrival, he has been a source of happiness in my household. He is a very intelligent, healthy, vocal, laid-back but fun-loving kitten and basically has become a cherished member of my family. I have four children, and one of them is two years old. It is a bit challenging for a cat to have to deal with a two-year-old at times. I have been completely amazed at my kitten’s good-natured temperament. He seems to know how to handle even the two-year-old well. The children all love him as much as I do.

My impression of Louis is that he provides high-quality, healthy kittens that are of good temperment and is truly interested in preserving the Traditional Siamese cat, which just happens to be a goal of mine, too. I looked into many other breeders but was specifically looking for a Traditional Siamese. When I learned about Permes Cattery and spoke with Louis, I was impressed with his professionalism and great customer service. I’m sure you will be, too.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss my knowledge of Permes Cattery further, please feel free to contact me at (651) 254-3475.

Sincerely,

Diane M. Taylor

Dear Louis,

Greetings from Vancouver Canada!  I regret not having contacted you sooner, but I wanted to send some pictures and only recently acquired a digital camera.  As tomorrow is our lynx point’s (whom I have named Luna’s) first birthday, I thought you would definitely love to know how he is doing.  I will always remember when we first met you said “this one’s crazy!”  He definitely has lived up to that description, with a determination and playfulness that still astounds me.  We are so happy to say that he is an absolutely fantastic cat!  He is energetic, intelligent, sensitive, and absolutely gorgeous!  You will also see that he is 100% toilet trained.  I would like to reassure you that he is receiving the very best of care.  We also greatly appreciate the efforts and care you provided as a breeder.  We would like to thank you once again, for allowing us the honor of knowing such an amazing being.

 We will keep in touch,

Kara and Alan

Marian Golischano

NY, NY 10012-3052

November 10, 2003

Dear Louis,

Kylar is just great. Her surgery went well and all at the vet’s office complimented me on her beauty as usual. One of the doctors asked for a photo when I took her in August for her final 3N1.

I reiterate: You sent me an exquisite and precious little girl whom I simply adore. She is a lap kitty and a shoulder climber/percher. She loves to cuddle or just being held in my arms. She is a wonderful fetcher and has a talent for playing catch. She is a junior Joe DiMaggio and would probably be accepted into the Little League.

What is paramount to Kylar’s personality is her excellent health. She never once even vomited up a hairball since I got her. Her health and temperament as well as her beauty are attributed to your breeding skills. Yes, to quote dear Bernadette once again. "Louis is the best." No doubt about it. The little girls is also getting the very best of care and plenty of love and attention. She is the "Queen of the house," and rightly so.

Hope you and family have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I certainly have much to be grateful for this year, thanks to you and my dear little baby.

If the enclosed certificate is not sufficient, please inform or you can also contact the Cat Practice by fax or e.mail.

Dr. Tracy Sane is the veterinary surgeon who performed Kylar’s operation.

Will proceed with CFA Registration as soon as I receive the papers. I am considering Lay Kylar or Lady Kylar Joy. She deserves nothing less than a regal name to reflect her class and dignity.

Still awaiting your book on Traditional Appleheads. Hope it’s in progress.

Kindest Regards,