Pet Sitting in Lumby

“Amazing as usual and was even able to take Libby in to get her nails trimmed !”

About: I’ve prepared meals for dogs who have sensitive stomachs & dietary restrictions. After meeting with the dog I will individualize the dogs care plan to the what they need. I’m currently working full time however I’m available in the mornings, evenings & full time on the weekends. Will also come and check on the animal on my breaks. I will love on your pooch with everything I have. I am incredibly reliable, trustworthy, and flexible. I wish I could have a dog of my own, but due to frequent traveling, it’s sadly not the right time for me.

About: Hello, my name is Ashlyn and I love all animals! My experience with dogs is I have owned 2 of my own and small dog Izzy she is a Westie/Schnauzer and a medium dog named Barley and he was a German short haired pointer I have house sat for a Jack Russell named Jake I have house sat for a German Shepard puppy named Butch and have house sat a Doberman name Bounty and was a dog walker all through high school and I have nothing but great experience! My friends always come to me when I’m need of a sitter or walker it’s not only good for the dogs but brings joy into my life thank you for taking the time to read this and hope to be meeting your best friend/ family member!!! 🐶

“Sara and Bea became best friends immediately! Bea loved going on walks everyday, and all of the cheese Sara gave her. Sara gave her all of the love and attention Bea demanded lol and made leaving Bea at home so much easier :) Thanks Again Sara!”

“My cats love Monchis! She takes such good care of them and spends extra time giving them cuddles and playing etc. She made sure everything was thoroughly cleaned and sent regular updates to let me know how they were. Definitely recommend her as a pet sitter!!!”

“Kody is easy to get along with and has a bubbly personality. She provided us with photos and updates upon each visit and was quick to answer texts when we reached out. Monty easily adapted to her friendly nature and has made a new BFF. We will book with Kody again and would highly recommend!”

“Rachel is my go to when it comes to caring for our dog. I have had two different dogs over the years that she has cared for. Our last dog she watched from the time he was a puppy through to the age of a senior. As time passed the level of services provided changed and she was willing to go the extra way to care for a senior diabetic blind dog. The level of care and love she has for the animals is amazing to see. Our current dog is a high energy dog that is great with people but can have issues with other dogs and she always ensure to take precautions and keep him safe and other dogs when she sees them to let them know our dog can be reactive. I never hesitate to contact Rachel when needing care for my dog.”

“Kiera is a responsible and kind person. She has had lot's of experience looking after her own pets and other people's pets; housesitting for friends, and family members.”

“Erin has had three shitzus since she was born with numerous cats and other pets. She is very caring for all animals and considers them all family usually spoiling them with walks and treats.”

“We asked Megan to drop-in on our two cats while we were away visiting family and she did an awesome job. We’ll definitely be calling her again in the future.”

“I am happy to say that people can feel confident that Chantelle really enjoys animals, she is attentive and kind. Animals are not merely a side job for her but something that is meaningful and important to her.”

About: What sets me apart from other sitters? Oh boy! - I wanna take your dog(s) hiking with me, and not just on the Okanagan Rail Trail and Grey Canal Trail - but possibly on longer hikes too further affield. Mount Rose, Enderby Cliffs, Ellison Provincial Park, Spion Kop - you name it. I'm completely willing to take your dog to even cooler places farther away too. - Not only am I willing to take your dog(s) on actual hiked but as an experienced thruhiker I have the knowledge and equipment to do so safely. I always make sure that my phone is charged before going out and I use a backcountry GPS app BRMB with downloaded maps to ensure that we never get lost. I always carry sufficient water for both of us and on longer hikes I carry a Garmin inReach Explorer personal locator beacon so that if an accident does occure Search and Rescue knows EXACTLY where to find me! Additionally, I carry bearspray from April to October and will always keep your dog leashed to prevent negative encounters with wildlife. Safety is my number one priority so I will only ever walk your dog with a another dog if that dog is an established packmate or buddy. If your dog doesn't like other pups I will take care to walk them on quieter trails and in summer heat I will stick to shadier paths as well as run air conditioning during transport. I will respect your pet's allergies if they have any and will refrain from feeding treats if requested (I prefer to use freeze dried beef liver which is usually okay.) Be prepared to be spammed with photos of your dog looking majestic in beautiful places! For safety during transport I have a Kurgo Car Safety strap which I can clip to your dog's harness. As someone who deeply cares for wildlife, dogs and other people I dedicated to always picking up after your dog while on walks as dog poop can spread pathogens throughout the environment, harming wildlife and threatening the watersheds which we all depend upon. I always carry poop bags properly dispose of excrement in appropriate garbage recepticles. - Having completed Sprott Shaw College's Veterinary Assistant course I am well versed with diseases and injuries which can afflict our pets. I know how to get pills down the throats of dogs and cats who need medication, including by disguising the medication in treats like churu or pill pockets for a less stressful experience. I can give injections too and I'm not afraid of feeding your pet raw if that is what they eat. I will stick to your care instructions for your pet, regardless of their species. - At home I keep two cats and a marine reef aquarium so I am happy to look after all species if fish and will gladly check water parameters with provided tests then text you the results to keep you updated on how your water is doing. Having kept a leopard gecko for twenty-three years I am extremely comfortable with looking after reptiles and amphibians, including bearded dragons, Bunny, guinea pig, ferret, rat, chinchilla, conure, gerbil, hamster, budgie, etc? No problem! I spent half of my retail career looking after a miriad of species in pet stores. I'll follow your care instructions to a T and happily keep your animals company, keeping you updated with photos. - Cat? Cats are where I really shine! I have kept cats since I was seven years old and I don't balk at cleaning litterboxes (and I've used pretty much every litter media out there.) I know which medical signs to watch for which would indicate an emergancy having had several cats with urinary health issues which have required hospitalization and I am deeply respectful of cats' skittish, nervous nature. I'm happy to play with them, get scratched/nipped, feed them as you would feed them, give them plentiful butt scritches, watch TV with them, let them out into their catio and chill for hours with them in my lap. In closing, I would be absolutely honored to look after your pet no matter what its species is and be their friend while you are away. I am a trustworthy, respectful, quiet and kind individual who has loved animals (and the great outdoors) all of her life. While I have never had a dog of my own (yet) I have walked a friend's dogs for over a year and my veterinary assistance training as well as years in pet supply has made me confident and knowledgeable in walking all manner of breeds. I love playing 'guess the breed' with every dog I meet and I have knowledge of rarer breeds which most people have never even heard of! Being a disabled neurodivergent person conventional work has been extremely hard for me but animal care is one thing that I particularly shine at. PLEASE NOTE: - Except for emergancies I will not reply to messages before 8 AM or after 5 PM. I need boundaries for my sanity. - I am absolutely never available on Saturdays. Again, boundaries. - I need at least a full day's notice before I can accept any work, preferably longer. Why? Again, boundaries. - Also note that I am invisibly disabled which is why these boundaries are so key to my mental health and my ability to function! Please, please respect them! My functionality gets worse the more stressed out that I am and I need my routines and ability to plan ahead in order to safeguard myself. - I cannot do any overnight housesitting work as I need to be home at night to take care of my own beloved pets and family. I solemnly promise that I will look after your beloved pets as if they are my own; I am very knowledgeable about pet husbandry and health. I will only ever let your dog offleash to romp in a fully secure area after we have built a relationship of trust with established recall and elsewhere I will always keep your dog properly leashed (I ask that you ideally provide a sturdy harness for your pet.) I always carry a fully charged phone with a GPS backcountry navigation app to ensure that we never get lost while hiking and on longer trails I carry a personal locator beacon should an accident occur. I also carry bearspray from April to October should we encounter an unfriendly bear or other wild predator such as a coyote. I am dedicated to keeping your pets safe to the best of my ability; all I ask is that if we are going hiking they be kept fully up to date on shots, their collar have a valid license, and I strongly recommend that they be on an anti-parasitic regime with will protect them from being bitten by pests like ticks. Should they be injured while they are with me I will take care of them to the very best of my ability, including physically carrying them out and taking them immediately to your chosen veterinary clinic. Again note that in the case of a snake bite I will take them directly to Fairfield Animal Hospital in Kelowna as they are the closest pet medical facility with rattlesnake antivenom; safe driving and haste allowing in the case of this specific emergancy, I will keep you updated through texts. I always clean up after any animal that I am responsible for properly. No matter your pets' species I promise that I will look after them with love and care.

“Kaila did a great job with my two cats. Thank you!”

“Cloe is a smart, funny, compassionate person who has a big heart and is always willing to lend a hand to help her friends, family and co workers. I would not hesitate to have her care for my pet.”

“Garrick and Madison are 2 of the kindest and most responsible people I know. Madison in particular, I believe loves animals more than any other living being. :) They are extremely tidy and organized and pay close attention to detail. You can be sure that your home will be cared for with repsect and most importantly and especially,your beloved fur babies will be loved, nurtured and absolutely adored by this couple.”

“To those blessed to have this wonderful lady take care of your home and pets, you will not be disappointed. She is conscientious and caring and we are happy to recommend her. Suki has house sat for us several times and has also built a loving relationship with our precious Goldendoodle. We felt confident that our home was safe and cared for and in good hands and returned to find everything clean. Please feel free to contact us. Cheers! Freyja, Brian and Fenix”

About: Hey, Lise here! Welcome to my page. My expertise is helping you with your pet care needs. I have much experience working with dogs, however my willingness to take care of any animal does not stop there. I grew up in the Canadian Kennel Club participating in professional breeding, showing and handling various K9 breeds. Along side general farm animal tending. I have experience working with different breeds, behaviours, medical conditions and so forth. I live an active lifestyle that allows for me to dedicate time and focus to the exercise of your pets needs. My job is flexible and offers plenty of time to give into spending time with your animals. I am a previous owner of my own cleaning business. And am held to high regard of my integrity and loyalty as a pet/house sitter. If I sound like the fit for you and your pets, I’d love to chat more! Annalise I am a child and youth worker that allows for a flexible schedule that can tailor to your pets needs. My active lifestyle offers plenty of time for walks, runs, and quality time with your pets! I follow and respect my clients directions surrounding their environment and how their pets function within it. I am diligent with following direction and put the pets needs first! May that be leashing, no contact with other animals, kennelling when out of the house, animal supervision, etc.

“Serena is everyone’s ‘pets best friend’. She genuinely knows how to approach, treat, greet and interact with most animals. She is honest, hard-working and LOVES animals with her whole heart. If you need a reliable,fun, and gentle pet pal, Serena is your gal.”

“Hannah is honest and hardworking. She is kind to all animals and truly enjoys spending time with them. She is dedicated and keeps her word.”

“Zoe is very carrying , patient and loving toward pets and will definitely take care in walking and caring for your dog or cat, Zoe is very responsible and takes pride in ensuring all your requests are considered for your pet to be happy, safe and enjoy thier time on thier walks and at play while in the care of Zoe. For a friendly, carrying dog walker and pet sitter I definitely recommend Zoe.”