Testimonials

CHARLIE & HANNAH

"Hi Corinna, Thanks for taking care of my guys for me. Here is a picture of two tired old dogs after a week at your doggie resort! Thanks again.

Dan Woods


 Sampson
"We were referred to Corinna and Doggie Minder through a friend, and were beyond pleased with the results. The training methods she helped us implement have allowed me to walk Sampson for the first time in over three years, as previously he was too aggressive on our walks.

We also followed her advice on nutrition which has not only improved his behaviour, but has also cut his shedding by more than half! We started bringing Sampson to 'daycare' once a week and have noticed a huge improvement in his behaviour towards other dogs. Recently we sent him to stay for 3 days when we were away on vacation. Not once did we worry or question how he was doing, as we did with previous traditional kennels. He was so tired from running and playing when he got home he barely acknowledged us!

I highly recommend Doggie Minder to other people who are interested in improving their relationship with their canine kids. Her straight shooting, no fluff approach is refreshing, and doesn't allow anyone to take short cuts.

After just three hours with Corinna, the relationship we have with Sampson is now so greatly improved we are finally enjoying Sampson the way we wanted to when we brought him home.

I just can't thank Corinna enough for her guidance."

Heather Rockbrune, Oshawa


 PETIT LOUP


"Doggie Minder daycare has been my dog's second home since 2003. While I'm at work, my dog plays all day long. At night, when I pick him up from doggieminder, I know he is as tired as me. This has been our routine for the last 5 years and we are still loving it!!!

At the daycare my dog has a blast socializing with all the other dogs. He is very comfortable in the daycare environment and I am so glad that I don't have to leave him home alone when I am at work.

Thank you Corinna for being there for us!!!"

Sarah and Petit Loup, Oshawa
NINO




"Hi Corinna. I just want to say THANK YOU so much for looking after my boy every day!

He looks so great and added some much needed weight and that is thanks to you. I cannot tell you how good I feel that you are his 2nd home."

Christine, Ajax
ELLIE MAE


"Ellie Mae misses her friends! We would like to bring Ellie Mae for the day again on Sunday, as she loves to play, play, and play some more. She loves to visit her friends at Doggie Minder."

Kathy and Ed

TAFFY
"Hi Corinna. Just wanted to let you know how pleased we were with your Doggie Minder service. Taffy was obviously very happy in your care and we saw no signs of stress at all after she came home. We have used kennels in the area and we were not at all happy with how it affected her. I have highly recommended your services to some other people in our neighbourhood who will need your services for their Golden Retriever and Taffy will be back when the need arises again.

Thanks!"

Glenn, Donna, Kevin, Scott (and Taffy) LeClair.
DOC
"I approached Corinna hoping that she would be brave enough to help on our eleven year old German Shepherd dog named Doc. He was a fantastic dog with our family but aggressive with anyone that came to our door or on the street. The first day I dropped Doc off to and after about 15 minutes she took the leash from me and asked me to leave. She was the only one there, and all I could think was “what if he attacks her there is no one here to help her.” I reluctantly left.

Half an hour later Corinna called me and I thought, “Oh no, he didn’t even last half and hour,” but instead Corinna was calling to tell me that they had walked around the back yard with her, then came in for a drink, she called Doc over to her and he licked her face.

After that weekend we implemented some of the strategies Corinna had suggested at home and had her come to our home for training. Sadly Doc passed away due to a brief illness since. But before passing, we were able to introduce him to neighbours and their pets and to other family, friends and children that came into our home.

I strongly suggest you give Corinna a try, she is able to work miracles, and is extremely passionate about the work she does."

Pam, Chris and Aidan Stuckless, Whitby
NEWFIE
""We have been bringing our Weimaraner "Newf" to Doggie Minder for 6 plus years and have always appreciated the professional attention Corinna gives our dog.

Newfie always has a great time and comes back to us played out. We also have come to rely on Corinna as a trusted source for information on Newf's health, grooming and general well being.

Thanks Corinna and we'll see you soon."

Daragh Mansworth, Toronto
JESSIE
"Corinna and Doggie Minder has been a God-send for us! Not only does our Lab Jessie get to play with her doggie buddies at daycare all day while we're at work, it also provides essential socialization time, teaching her proper doggie manners within a stable and well supervised pack environment.

We have already noticed a difference in her behavior during walks and at home - a once unpredictable, dominant puppy has become more calm and submissive. Both Corinna and her husband, Steve, offer an invaluable service to us working puppy parents.

From the moment of our initial meeting, and seeing the facilities and how well Corinna interacted with her pack, I knew I was in the right place! They are genuine and gifted pack leaders, and both my husband and I feel blessed that we found them! Words cannot express how deeply we appreciate and respect what you do, guys - thank you!!"

Leah, Des, Amanda and Josh (and Jessie) Rogan, Oshawa
GUINESS
""Guiness is our 5-year old Labradoodle and has been going to Doggie Minder since he was a puppy. Doggie Minder is the best!

Guiness knows the route to Doggie Minder and can barely contain himself when he knows we are going there. He runs to the door and is so happy and excited to see everyone that he does to even have a backward glance at me to say goodbye. I never worry about leaving him in Corinna's care, he has the best time and always comes happy and tired.

We are currently in the process of changing Guiness to a raw food diet. I cannot say enough good things about Corinna and all the help that she has been making the adjustment. I was quite nervous about making the change, but Corinna has been wonderful and so helpful through the entire education and starting to feed him raw. Guiness is loving the new food."

Kelly and Greg Robertson, Toronto



 DARCY
"My daughter recommended your wonderful doggie daycare retreat. I am so happy that while I’m on vacation my Darcy is on vacation too. He just loves playing with all his doggy buddies. Thank you very much. Also, thanks for all the great advice you have given me."

Erika Lilwall
NICHOLES
"It is so good to be able to plan our vacation and know that our big fur baby is having fun and is in such capable hands. It makes leaving him behind so much easier and therefore we can enjoy our vacation without wondering how he is coping."

Regards, Stan & Donna Dalton


 SHELBY
"I am so fortunate to have discovered Corinna and her "Doggie Minder" business. This is my miniature Eskimo's other home, a place where I know he is loved and cared for and has a wonderful, busy day with the other dogs. I've sent Shelby to other sitters before but there is no comparison, Corinna's care of him is light years above the others, who, by the way were almost twice as expensive. When I go away in the summer I know he will also be on holiday with her."

Marcia Myers, Mississauga


 MAX
"Doggie Minder was recommended to us by a neighbour when we moved into the area. It is a quality environment for Max and personal care we can trust. Max is happy when he gets to Doggie Minder and tired when he gest home, which suits us fine."

Jim and Eleanor Moyer, Whitby


 BRANDY
"Doggie Minder is great. Brandy was transformed from a very shy dog to one that bounds into Corinna's doggie daycare. She enjoys socialising with the other dogs and romping in the big backyard. As well as daycare, Brandy has stayed for extended visits (boarding). When I was out of the country, it was such a relief to know that Brandy is well taken care of and having fun!"

Sue & Jonathan Bengtson