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Sitter Profile Image: Lindsey B.
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Lindsey B.
Star Sitter
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 145 reviews
42 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9R

“We had a fantastic experience with Lindsey! Her communication was great and Raymond was immediately comfortable and excited to be at her home. He came home very happy and tired out from lots of play.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Cathy P.
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Cathy P.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
3 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Ladysmith, BC, V9G

About: I have had a dog or taken care of dogs since I was a little girl. Family, neighbours and friends have all relied on me to help take care of their pets for many years. I am a huge animal lover and a health care worker and will always provide the best and safest care for your pup. Recently I have fostered some dogs through a local rescue and helped them find their new home. I have learned alot about behaviours and training with these pups. We love to play in the yard or go for walks, and have lots of snuggles on the couch :) I currently work part time so have lots of time available to spend with your dog! My flexible schedule allows me to board your pet overnight any day of the week, or drop in for visits/walks. I have a fenced back yard and two small dogs to keep your fur baby company! Your dog is welcome to treat our home as their own and I will give them lots of love and be devoted to their happiness and well being while you are away.

Sitter Profile Image: Amy S.
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Amy S.
Star Sitter
$62
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 63 reviews
9 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

“Amy was amazing! She sent tons of great photos throughout the stay, and it was clear how happy he was the whole time. When we got home he went straight to bed — he was completely worn out from all the playtime! We couldn’t be happier with the care she provided. Highly recommend!”

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Kyle F.
Sitter Profile Image: Terry F.
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Terry F.
Star Sitter
$75
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 9 reviews
7 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

“Maggie was with Terry for a week and I usually worry because she is anxious around new people and being left but what a time she had! She seemed like she didn’t want to come home when I went to pick her up. She had lots of walks and off leash park time and playing in the yard; lots of cuddle time it seems. She even took to Jim, Terry’s husband right away- not one bark. It was an awesome experience for both of us. Thank you Terry for taking such great care of our Maggie ❤️ we’ll be back soon!”

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Mary K.
Sitter Profile Image: Lauren B.
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Lauren B.
Star Sitter
$54
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 19 reviews
5 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

“As always, Lauren is amazing with Milanesa. She is so happy staying with her and her family. Milanesa has so much fun and feels very loved every time she stays with Lauren. We will definitely repeat next time.”

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Natacha M.
Sitter Profile Image: Nicole N.
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Nicole N.
Star Sitter
$39
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 22 reviews
6 repeat clients
34 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9R

“Nicole was super nice and kind! Mila was very well taken care of and came back home happy and relaxed. Nicole sent us pictures and kept us updated every day, which gave us so much peace of mind. We’re very happy with the care Mila received and would definitely recommend Nicole! ❤️”

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Natacha M.
Sitter Profile Image: Marcy H.
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Marcy H.
Star Sitter
$59
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 278 reviews
96 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

“Very pleased with Marcy’s service and care of our pet! So nice to have a fenced yard with lots of playmates for our dog. She came home very happy, well fed and in good spirits. Marcy kept us connected with lots of photos and videos too.”

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Cathy C.
Sitter Profile Image: Emma L.
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Emma L.
Star Sitter
$67
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 12 reviews
4 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9T

“Emma is so lovely! She took fantastic care of our big dog and made our weekend trip away much more enjoyable because we knew that our dog was in great hands.”

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Natalie B.
Sitter Profile Image: Karin C.
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Karin C.
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 54 reviews
25 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Duncan, BC, V9L

“Overall amazing service, she was able to get us in on short notice as well as accommodating to our last minute changes. We were kept in the loop and received updates. Our pup cleo was over the moon happy! Thank you again!”

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Ashton K.
Sitter Profile Image: Sjako v.
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Sjako v.
Star Sitter
$56
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 14 reviews
5 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Duncan, BC, V9L

“Sjako and his family took wonderful care of our little Emilio. His kids were so sweet and gentle with our dog and they took Emilio out for a hike as well. We appreciated the great communication and the photos of our dog while we were away. Thanks so much!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kara H.
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Kara H.
$50
total per night
22 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9X

About: I’ve had over 6 dogs in my life and had the great experience of adopting senior dogs to care for. Working with timid and shy dogs has been a specialty of mine. I work from home with a flexible schedule , making it easy to care for your dog during their stay. With access to the yard , your dog can comfortably go in or out. I have a large fenced yard where your pup will enjoy their stay with our husky. Lots of warm and cozy shelter is provided with oversized dog houses and entry into the main house.

Sitter Profile Image: Ariel & Jennifer F.
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Ariel & Jennifer F.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 6 reviews
1 repeat client
20 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9S

“Ariel’s calm demeanour was great for our giant bouncy dog. He enjoyed rolling in the grass in the safe and large backyard. Would highly recommend Ariel and Jennifer.”

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Sitter Profile Image: Madison C.
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Madison C.
$45
total per night
28 years of experience
Ladysmith, BC, V9G

About: I worked at my local humane society back when I lived in Ontario where I was responsible for daily enclosure cleaning/maintenance as well as keeping an eye out for any unusual or concerning conditions. I handled the animals and made sure to give them some love while I could. It wasn’t my job to do that much, but I just love animals so much and that job brought me a lot of joy. Aside from that job, I’ve handled pets most of my life. I’ve had cats, dogs, and more personally for 13 years I had a conure, and for about 7 I had a rabbit. Because of this, I’m very experienced with birds and rabbits especially! I am great with cats too, but my household does have one. She’s an old lady that sleeps mostly and if needed can easily be kept away from any other animals. At home I currently live with a cat who belongs to my sister, but I am her auntie and spend tons of time with her and look after her in ways such as helping with her inhaler, helping clip her nails, brushing, and so on. If my sister is away for any reason, she is fully under my care. Ideally I’d have your baby stay in my room with me if it works, but as a backup I do have a spare room that is pretty well empty with just a guest bed next to my room in my house, and because I live with a cat with Asthma, I try to keep all spaces (especially that room) scent free. I also have no problem staying at a client’s place for a few nights if we’ve established some comfortability and familiarity. I don’t have supplies or enclosures on my own, so all that would have to be provided by the owner. The only things I can provide currently without/additionally to the owner’s pet’s belongings are cat toys, treats, and food/water bowls.

Sitter Profile Image: Michelle R.
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Michelle R.
$45
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 7 reviews
10 years of experience
Ladysmith, BC, V9G

“Great care for our Pom, will use again if needed. Leroy (her dog) was such a cutie and the two of them had a great time. Michelle and er partner are really good people. Thank you!”

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Sitter Profile Image: Kristine D.
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Kristine D.
Star Sitter
$62
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 16 reviews
8 repeat clients
45 years of experience
Duncan, BC, V9L

“Charlie clearly enjoyed his time with Kristine as he came home happy and relaxed. She was easy to communicate with, sent regular updates and photos, and was flexible around my unconfirmed pick up time due to ferry issues. I highly recommend Kristine if you live in the Cowichan Valley!”

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Joan K.
Sitter Profile Image: Sylvie-Anne R.
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Sylvie-Anne R.
$62
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 5 reviews
50 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9X

“A big shout out to Sylvie-Ann and Stephane for the wonderful care of Huxley. Huxley has a few little issues and they made sure he was comfortable and happy. Their little Yorkshire Lilou (4lbs) and my 95lb Pitty cross enjoyed each other’s company. Lol. Thank you so much for taking care and hope to see you soon.”

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Marcia R.
Sitter Profile Image: Janice B.
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Janice B.
Star Sitter
$95
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 42 reviews
15 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Ladysmith, BC, V9G

“Niko had so much fun with Janice and she made sure to send tons of photos so I knew he was enjoying himself! He came back tired and happy. Would definitely recommend Janice to anyone & especially those with dogs who like a good 5k hike everyday!”

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Rochelle P.
Sitter Profile Image: Kelly & Natalie O.
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Kelly & Natalie O.
Star Sitter
$73
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 90 reviews
32 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Nanaimo, BC, V9R

“Amazing!!!! I could tell Charlie felt so welcomed and loved for his stay. I will definitely leave Charlie with Kelly and Natalie again. In fact he’s already booked!”

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Donna M.
Sitter Profile Image: Danielle S.
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Danielle S.
Star Sitter
$84
total per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
• 45 reviews
10 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Duncan, BC, V9L

“Danielle took great care of Glory and wants us daily updates and videos. Glory also got some good brain work as Danielle did some training exercises with her too.”

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Tricia B.
Sitter Profile Image: Shane W.
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Shane W.
Star Sitter
$50
total per night
4.9 out of 5 stars
• 39 reviews
13 repeat clients
40 years of experience
Duncan, BC, V9L

“Shane took excellent care of Pixel, my small older dog, and sent pictures and regular updates. So glad to have a trusted sitter if I need to travel.”

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Sarah G.
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Michelle and her partner did a great job looking after Digby for a night for our quick trip upisland. Communication was very good. Digby seemed to enjoy his short stay.

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The average cost of Dog Boarding in Ladysmith on Rover is $56 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between $43 and $94 per night. sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets, and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.

As of October 2026, there are 211 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across the city of Ladysmith. About 92% typically respond to requests within 60 minutes.

Enter your address and booking dates to see which sitters are available near you. You can also message multiple sitters to improve your chances of finding the right care.

Preparing for drop-off is easy when you have a checklist! To help your dog settle into their Ladysmith home-away-from-home, we recommend packing:

  • Health and safety essentials such as their ID tags, vaccination records, medication, and emergency vet or secondary caregiver contacts
  • Food and gear such as harnesses, collars, food (portioned by day), and an item that smells like you
  • Special instructions such as a list of training cues, medical administration needs, or favourite hang-out spots in your Ladysmith

<b>Tip:</b> You can upload your dog’s routine and medical info directly onto their profile so your sitter always has the details at their fingertips.

The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes 24/7 customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.

All bookings are backed by the , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.

A Meet & Greet is a casual meeting to vet potential sitters and communicate care needs for peace of mind before a booking begins. Only sitters who have never booked with you before can schedule a Meet & Greet on Rover; however, you are welcome to coordinate one in Rover messages with sitters you have previously booked. This can be helpful if you have a new pet or routine you want to go over with your sitter.

Meet & Greets can take place in person or virtually. If you are booking with a sitter for the first time, we recommend in-person Meet & Greets to get a clearer sense of how your sitter interacts with your pet or the new environment.

During the Meet & Greet, you will have a chance to walk through your pet's routine, medical needs, and unique quirks. Take the time to ask your sitter questions about their skills and expertise, and make sure the fit feels right for everyone. Meet & Greets are a great way to prepare your pet and sitter for longer stays or first-time bookings. Read our .

Every sitter on Rover is required to pass a background check before listing their services. This process confirms their identity and indicates they do not have any disqualifying offences.

Beyond ID checks, you can review each sitter's star rating, read verified reviews from other pet parents, and see how many repeat clients they have. Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care. For more details, visit Rover's .

Yes, you can find sitters who have experience administering medication or managing dietary requirements. You can also find pet sitters who accept only one pet at a time, which is ideal for anxious puppies or senior pets who move at a gentler pace. Some sitters will also list availability for 24/7 care, also known as constant care, in their profiles.

Use the search filters to narrow down sitters whose specific experience or environment meets your pet's needs. When reaching out to your sitter, outline your pet's care routine and request a Meet & Greet to walk your sitter through your expectations.

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Same-day cancellations for recurring services, which include walks, drop-ins, and day care, follow the full refund policy. Otherwise, for pet boarding and house sitting, if you cancel after 12 pm on the applicable cancellation deadline, you’ll receive a 50% refund for the first seven days of the booking and a 100% refund for any remaining days.

If your sitter needs to cancel within seven days of the booking's start date, then our reservation protection will kick in. This means you will get a full refund and our support team will work with you to find a replacement sitter.

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