"That is not shit" - Gottfried Dildei

"One of my funniest memories is with Asko.  Hank was getting ready for his go out and had gone about twelve steps and Asko shoots out (perfect go out) without a command.  About ten steps after he has gone, Hank raises his arm and says "voraus" with a silly grin on his face." - Kathy Jo Magan

"This story took place early in Asko's career.  We were at a Gottfried seminar out in New York at Deb Zappia's home.  I played the part of the helper, Hank was in the role of the handler, and Asko played the part of the dog.  Needless to say everything that could go wrong did, and the session was beyond ugly.  When the three of us (Hank, myself & Asko) finally emerged from the blind Gottfried simply stared at his shoes.  Finally, he looked up and said "the only good thing that has happened in the last ten minutes is the grass continued to grow!" - Mark Tyler

"At a trial being held at Fidelco, Hank and Asko were tracking. It was perfect.  He hit all the turns and nailed all the articles.  About twenty feet before the final article, there was a small piece of standing vegetation. Asko couldn't resist-- he lifted his leg and began to pee... and pee... and pee.  At first Hank just stood there holding the lead.  After about 45 second, Asko still peeing, Hank shifted his weight to one foot, put his hands on his hips as if to say "are you finished yet?" After getting back to business, he got the last article and received a passing score going on to compete nationally and earn his FH." - Ron Mattana

"I remember blowing in his face and then running up the stairs trying to make it to my room and shutting the door before he caught me!" - Jenna De Boer

"Asko taught me many lessons these past several years. "Who is training who," among them.  The day following his back surgery when he dragged himself over to a stranger approaching the house and did quite an impressive hold and guard from an awkward sitting position-- I learned how strong his heart truly is.  I have always felt safe beyond any shadow of a doubt with him around. - Faye De Boer

"Several years ago Hank made me an 'incentive bet' in order to persuade me to enter Demel in the 1996 Nationals.  If I would enter, he would train Asko in his underwear, or in underwear of my choosing - I chose red satin boxers in reference to Hanks natural modesty.  At the end of the next seminar out comes Hank wearing a sheet (toga style) and unlaced hiking boots.  After reading a hysterical poem, he dropped the sheet and proceeded to work Asko, who looked more than a little worried and confused - was this dad!?!  Everyone was rolling on the ground laughing, especially during the recall which Asko did in his usual hell bent for leather style while Hank tried to protect his private parts!" - Meg Affleck