Today is Dolly's first birthday, and we wanted to say hello again and send you some pictures of her. She is such a wonderful little dog, and we have been so thrilled to have her in our home these past 6 months. I can't imagine ever not having a Min-Pin in my home now! We are so delighted with our Dolly, it's so obvious that you have put so much effort and time into your dogs, and I was very excited to see that you have puppies again.
Dolly is such a lovely little girl, in perfect health, robust and mischievous, always ready to make us laugh, and always up for a good cuddle. She had a birthday party yesterday with few of her dog friends and they all enjoyed a homemade peanut butter banana cake together after a few hours of wrestling. She is so full of personality! She has confiscated all of the cat toys and spends time every day hiding them thoroughly, in our shoes, under pillows, in purses, or buried in the garden. We always have a few of them tumble out of the laundry too. She's also taken to midnight snacks -- she barks for us at the pantry cupboard at bedtime to ask for one (if the door is left open, she'll just try to help herself!) I don't think I've ever known a dog to be so food-focused before! She's loving the snow too, she jumps around like crazy on her walks and eats as much as she can. The rain is another story however; it's more like taking her for a 'drag' than a walk!

Just wanted to say hello again, and let you know Dolly is enjoying a wonderful life as the centre of our family, and we are so thrilled we have her!
Warmest regards, Michelle December 15, 2007"
Hi Pat and family!
Just a quick pic - our little dude - Very serious don't you think - Yes - he's looking at his cookie jar. He is enjoying the nice weather - we have a great backyard that he loves. ............... Rascal is the Joy of our lives and everyone he meets. We have a lineup of people who want us to go on vacation so they can have him - Graeme says we should charge them, not the other way around!!
We hope all is well with you and your family.
Sincerely, Sharon, Graeme, and Little Rascal too!!
June 17, 2007
 
Hi Pat!
Just wanted to touch base with you on Coopers 6 month Birthday and give you a little update.
We have a HUGE star on our hands. I cannot tell you how amazed we are with him, he is the absolute light of every ones eyes! He is By far the happiest little guy Anyone has ever met. Everyone that meets him Instantly falls in love with him, and he is quite a little comedian! I cannot tell you how many times we are in tears from laughing so hard at him, and of course the compliments on how handsome he is, and how precious his little face are.... .....they are non stop!
He and his Big Brother "Zeus" get along Famously, and at the Training centre they both go to , they are by far the favourites. Tomorrow the local news is actually coming to do a piece on our trainer and the 2 stars will be Zeus and Cooper! So much for the "myth" that Min Pins are so hard to train. Our trainer says he has never encountered such a Min Pin with an amazing temperament, like Cooper
Thought you might enjoy an update, I don't know how many people keep in touch with you but I am sure glad to have found your website!!!!
Thanks a million Pat! Things do happen for a reason!

Sincerely,
Leslie June 10, 2007
Hi Pat and family,
I was just sitting here watching my beautiful baby sleeping. I needed
to tell you what joy he has brought to our lives. I don't know what Graeme did before we got this little monkey. He is not only my Very best Pal , but the Love of his Dad's life. Little Rascal hears his Dad's truck as he turns the corner - a block away - and does the Happy Dance until he comes in - and yes you now the answer - Mamma no longer exists. He is the light of the neighbour - he knows everyone. Poor Graeme takes him for his nightly stroll and comes home laughing. What should have been ten minutes becomes one hour because Rascal has to stop and talk to every one . Our little social butterfly.
He is a very healthy and happy little boy - and for that we thank you.

Sharon, Graeme, and Rascal November 21/06
Sid is doing very well, he is graduating from puppy classes tomorrow and I am very proud.
He sits, stays, goes down, stands, waits for his food until I say "ok", leaves things when I say "leave it" and gives me "high-fives"!
I'm ecstatic I have a dog who loves to learn new things and catches on so quickly. He is content hanging out with me on the couch watching tv or studying, loves going for walks for the attention he gets from everyone (including ppl who are driving by and stop and get out of their cars to see him). He walks down the street as if he is the king of the world and when he does we call him "little prince". Many of the other dog owners on my street frequently stop by to give him hugs, kisses and treats and he soaks it up with pleasure. He loves going on car rides, he falls asleep and goes for the ride and is so excited to wake up in a new place to explore. He is so wonderful I can take him almost anywhere dogs are allowed as long as it is safe for him. He is becoming quite the well socialized little pup. He recently discovered a sand pit when I took him to school with me when I was playing some beach volleyball and he had himself a great time trying to dig his way to China. He has gone swimming in the little kiddy pool and I think he really enjoys it, he's a pretty good little swimmer.
He has learned how to communicate with other dogs exceptionally well and only gets upset when the dog he meets doesn't have any manners and he puts them in their place. He goes to puppy day care once a week to play and socialize. He looks after the little puppies and brings the shy ones out of their "shell". It's just the cutest thing ever! The other week he was paired with a Chinese crested ...he was the cuter of the couple :)
Sid gives me love, laughter and happiness everyday and my only hope is that I give him all the unconditional love and respect he deserves.

Sincerely, Lisa July 2006
Good Morning Patricia!
It's been almost one week and I wanted to let you know that Charlie Brown is adjusting to urban life just fine!
In fact, he's turning into quite the downtown Toronto celebrity! Store owners, neighbors, passer-byers, family and friends are all loving our little Charlie Brown and you know he's just soaking
up the attention! ....................................................
He had his first vet visit on Monday and the Dr. was very impressed with CB...well behaved, very healthy and off to a great start. Charlie is also making quite an impression on my "advertising" friends and they are all requesting to use him for Commercial Shoots and Print Advertising!
Can you believe it? What a little character I have brought home!.......................
He says hello and thanks for bringing the two of us together!
Kiss from Charlie...we'll keep in touch!!
LIZA May 11, 2006
Hi Pat,

I just wanted to send you some photos of Dapper.
He is doing very well and we have received an unimaginable amount of compliments on him!
I have given your email to a few individuals who have asked for it as
they have seen Dapper and wanted a puppy just like him. 
I hope you do not mind!

Take Care  Pam
June 2005
Hi Pat;
I just wanted to tell you that Dapper is doing fabulous and he is very loved in his home. I also wanted to thank you for giving him to us, he has brought a lot of happiness to my family. I couldn't have found a better puppy. We have received many compliments on him.
Thanks Again Pam
March 2005
Dear Pat
Just a few lines to let you know that Bella is doing just great
She adapted real well with no problems.............She is so smart............ The next door neighbours just adored her. They came over to play with her when I went out for a few hours yesterday. She is Such a joy. We just can't thank you enough for the most wonderful Christmas gift we could receive. All your dogs are wonderful. You truly have a real gift with your dogs.
Give them all a hug for us. Bye for now
Hugs Nancy & Don & Bella.
December 23, 2004
Hi Pat;
....... We are very satisfied with our new show puppy................ She is doing quite well playing with Newton and defending herself. She did lots of exploration and is following me and Jonathan around the house............. She has lots of toys and is playing a lot also. She is absolutely lovely and cute and lovable and so small compared to Newton! I have to watch were I step! We are absolutely in love with her. I watched her move around in the house: she has quite a good lift! I will send some pictures soon! Again thanks to you and Gaston for all the trouble and traveling you had to go through so we could have our little girl before Christmas!
Isabelle
December 19, 2004
Hello Pat,
Words cannot describe how happy we are with our new little boy. He is such a hoot!!! He has made himself so comfortable in our home (found dust bunnies I didn't know we had). He used his papers as soon as I put them down and has his father wrapped around his paw. He goes great on the lead and has had many walks showing off. He's very good at that.
Needless to say we are very proud parents and have shown him off shamelessly. Rascal spent this afternoon under the very watchful eye of this father at Lake Ontario running and playing about and is now sound asleep with Daddy. I don't know who snores louder!!!
We Love him so much...................
We have decided on the name - Little Rascal - he is one - of the most loveable sort. It's safe to say he will run this household. He has such a proud and regal stance he draws attention from everyone he meets.
Regards,
Sharon ( otherwise known as Mother of Rascal) August 22, 2004
Dear Patricia,
 May I introduce myself? My name is Meow. I'm a Min Pin breeder in Thailand and a good friend of Katie Winters of Winters Min Pins. I've just finished browsing your web site. So wonderful with many dogs with the type I like.

Last year my black boy was No. 1 Min Pin in Thailand while another red male I imported from Italy was No. 4. All of them are always shown by me myself.
I was so surprised to see dogs with the type I like and very glad to know that there's still someone who cares for the standard and raises Min Pins in a big field as big dogs!!!!
Well, very glad to know you and I'll send you later some pix of my dogs.
 Best regards from the land of mangoes,
 Meow : )
 p.s. I do love the picture of the three fat ladies trying to find a way out!!!!! Also, I do appreciate that my friends from Europe, Goran Bodegard from Sweden and Norman Huidobro Corbett from Spain saw the quality in your dog!
May 27, 2004
Pat,
I just want to take a few minutes of your time to thank you for all of the time you spent educating me this past weekend. I really feel when you are researching a breed, you have to research the breeder as well. Your website is fantastic and everything anyone would want to know is readily available. I will be watching for any news of Cameo and the puppies you had here.
On Sunday, I introduced you to Steven, as you could tell he loves animals. He met a number of people and dogs at the show. He fell in love with your Pins. When we left, he said you were the nicest person he met at the show. You explained things to him, had Yogi perform, without a lead and you didn't talk to him like he was a kid. He was very impressed!
As was I, few breeders would take the time and trouble you did!
Thanx again,
Brenda Kells April 13, 2004
Hi Pat,
Just wanted to say hello and say how happy we are with both Max & Simon. We purchased Simon in June 2001 and the Max in Feb 2002. They are both doing absolutely great and since we moved out of our apartment & into a house they love it. Very tempted to get another one from you but we just had a baby so my hands are quite full.
Any way's wanted to say your sight looks fabulous and that I think that you are the best breeder for minpins in Ontario. I see that you still have Max and Simon's picture on your sight (snuggled together on the blue blanket when Max was brought home for the first time).
Congratulations & take care
Sincerely,
Michelle & Peter, Aurora, Ontario, April 8, 2004
Hi Pat,
The Surgery went well according to the vet, and I am glad to have the boys back home. They are doing well, but are quite reserved, thank goodness. I think by tomorrow, they will be back to their normal selves again. I took the day off so I could keep an eye on them tomorrow.
The vet also found & removed a deciduous tooth from Hummer, so I am sure that is a little sore too. They are both sighing and whining just a little, mainly when I am paying attention, so while I am sure they are not feeling their best, I suspect that they are playing me for sympathy as well! But that's OK....they need it right now!! They also find the warmth of the fire soothing...I find it a little hot, but if they are happy, OK!
The vet thought that they looked nice and healthy, and that their shots and records of them were nicely done. I have gotten several very nice comments on the boys do far, and I'm sure there will be many more....they are beautiful sweet babies!
Deb, March 31, 2004
Hi Patricia,
I'm just writing to give you an update on Blitz. He's doing great. Very healthy and lively, although his 16lbs weight was a bit of a concern at the Vet I'm sure he'll slim down this summer with lots of exercise.
 What prompted me to write this e-mail to you was having Blitz finish his first obedience class last week. He finished first overall in his class in the exam, and we were quite proud!! We're displaying his 1st place trophy proudly. He is just a very smart dog. He knows exactly what's going on. Anyway I thought that would be some good news for you since Min Pins can sometimes be forgotten when it comes to obedience. I plan on bringing him to more advanced training in the coming months and who knows from there.
Take Care
Domenic March 19, 2004
Hello Mrs. Gauthier;
As per the contract Patapin puppy Mischief Noble will never be a part of the breeding gene pool. Though he has taken things rather well. The stitches don't seem to bother him at all and it looks like he's on his way to a speedy recovery. The people at the clinic absolutely adore him and according to them, they knew that this puppy did not come from anyone local. Many compliments to his breeder!!
He's friendly with other dogs that he encounters on walks and no problems with guests that come to visit at our home. Though man can he jump! with better weather, he's walked a minimum of 2 times a day with a max of 4 so far. He's extremely smart, at times almost too smart. He's learned to go to the back door to be let out to do his business and is gentle receiving his treats for doing his business outside. He's also learning to play fetch.
I fancy myself as a dog man, and I researched for a while trying to find the best breed of dog. This puppy has exceeded my family's expectations and mine as well. He's affectionate, loyal, resilient, fearless, and just about any other positive quality you could want in a dog. We've had other people come to our home and see the puppy, all to rave reviews. We've had two people mention that "man if we'd have had one like that we'd have bought two". Apparently, their dogs barked at everything and anything. Mischief does bark, but typically when someone has come in the yard or knocks on the door.
He's currently just about done his teething and boy oh boy have my socks taken a beating on that one. He's a bit of a bully with other dogs that are bigger, I think they don't know what to make of something so small and with so much energy. Pretty funny watching a husky run from a dog that is about a fifth it's size.
Mischief is a healthy 12 lbs and has good teeth. The vet said the dog is in tip top shape and we shouldn't do anything other that what we're doing with him. That's just a little bit of info on Mischief for you. My dad just wanted to let you know he'd be fixed.
Sincerely,
Bob, Fay & Darin March 14, 2004.
 
Okay...can she (Lexi) be any cuter?! I thought I was in for a rough first night because she probably would cry. I put her in her bed in my bedroom, naw...she got out and came to the side of my bed. She stood there and I told her to come up, which she did. She sniffed around and then got under the feather duvet and snuggled beside me ALL night until 9:00am this morning. The only time I have heard a sound from her is when I am working in my office and she sits in front of me and does a little whimper because she wants to sit on my lap....how can I resist. She is sleeping in my office in her bed right now as I am typing this. I have this baby sleeping bag that is really fluffy and warm and is shaped like a cocoon, so she crawls in it and sleeps for hours at a time...then she does play hard. I have only been keeping her on the main floor because I want her to know where her litter box in the laundry room is before I show her the rest of the house (additional 2400 sq. feet) which she could get lost in here...she is soooo small!
Lexi can't get enough of my 2 little ones. It's funny she plays different with them then the older kids. When the little ones are on the floor, she runs up and jumps on them and licks there face like there is no tomorrow and she pounces on them...it's funny to watch. She almost tries to get them going. She does that play bow with them just waiting for a reaction from them...when they move...she runs a foot over..and does it again. It's like watching some mimes. The more the kids roll around the more she does it. Lexi really likes kids. With the adults...she just washes our face then uses us as a bed...she really loves to cuddle. Is this breed really so cuddly or is it just her??
Cheers Michele January 6, 2004
Hi Pat
I am sure you remember me, Charles from Mississauga, we got Caramel from you. If I did something good in my life was getting her from you. I thank you for that. She's very well, very healthy, behaving good, we love her so, so, so much, she's adorable!! Anywhere we go people just fall in love with her and we always proudly tell people that we got her from you when they ask.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks
Charles October 18, 2003
Hi Pat
I just wanted you to know that our precious Minjay is happy ,healthy and runs the house. We think she is fantastic and she sure knows it! We are thinking seriously on another one but the same size if possible color does not matter. Are you going to be at the show in Orono or when are you showing next? I hope to hear from you soon. Thanks again for our wonderful little girl.
Sandy May 21, 2003
Hi Pat!
Our new puppy is doing excellent!! Her name is spelt Schatzie, it means "little sweatheart" in German... and is she ever. She got to know us very quickly and she is very loving. She loves her crate and all the toys we had here for her and she is very playful and nosey. She's fitting in just great around here and everyone loves her to death. Thanks for everything and take care,
Rae-Ann and Schatzie March 17, 2003