Cat Sitting Nanoose Bay

About: Mature and reliable pet care at your home or my home. Large fenced yard - daily walks and lots of cuddles. Have cared for various dogs and other pets for over 30 years. I’m currently working from home so am available to care for and walk your pet and can either care for them in your home or in my home. I have two friendly dogs who are used to sharing. I have a fenced yard and large house to care for your fur baby. If you require dog walking or care in your own home I can accommodate your preferences.

About: Avid per lover of cats and dogs! Have grown up with cats all my life, and a dog for half my life. Often asked to cat sit or dog sit by friends and family for the past 15 years. Experience includes: Small dogs, large dogs, and anything in between. As well as any type of feline. Experience with a diabetic cat needing insulin, timid cats, and not timid too. Happy to go for long walks or short visits. I work full time Monday to Thursday, but free Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. Im also available week nights for walks, or weekday early morning check ins. Happy to help whenever possible. Happy to visit any homes in the Nanaimo area. I drive and can go anywhere between Ladysmith to Parksville if need be. Located in north Nanaimo area.

“So kind and efficient. She communicated very well and I loved the photos. I have a young energetic big dog and Kylee did her best to accommodate her large puppy behaviours. Last minute booking and it put us at easy seeing the check ins.. followed by updates and photos. Thank you so very much.”

Terrelle T.

About: While I'm new to Rover, I bring decades of real-life experience caring for both animals and homes. I'm committed to providing personalized, dependable care while building lasting relationships with the families I serve. I provide professional pet care services on Vancouver Island, BC, in the Okotoks/Calgary area and in communities along my travel route between British Columbia and Alberta throughout the year. If you're looking for a trusted sitter for one-time or recurring care while I'm in your area, I'd love the opportunity to connect. As a lifelong pet owner, I understand that every pet has their own unique personality—from playful and social to shy, independent, anxious or sensitive. I create a calm, predictable environment where pets feel safe, respected and cared for, taking the time to read their cues and build trust at their own pace. I'm experienced caring for puppies, adult and senior pets, as well as pets with special care needs. This includes administering medications, supporting pets with mobility challenges, and providing calm, patient care for anxious, fearful or reactive pets while maintaining the routines that help them feel secure in their own familiar environment. My calm, observant nature allows me to notice subtle changes in behaviour, appetite or energy and I'll always keep you informed so you can enjoy peace of mind while you're away. I understand the trust involved in leaving your beloved pet—and your home—in someone else's care. I bring a reliable, respectful and detail-oriented approach to every booking. For overnight stays, I travel fully equipped with my own portable bed, bedding, towels and cooler, allowing me to settle in comfortably while keeping your home tidy and minimizing disruption. My goal is for both you and your furry family members to feel relaxed, comfortable and confident while you're away, knowing they're receiving compassionate, attentive care every step of the way. Additional Care Needs Please note: My Puppy Rate also applies to pets requiring additional time, attention or specialized care. This may include: 🐾 Puppies requiring frequent potty breaks, training reinforcement or close supervision. 🐾 Senior pets needing extra assistance with mobility, more frequent outings or medication administration. 🐾 Special-needs pets requiring medication, mobility support or individualized care. 🐾 Pets experiencing high anxiety, fearfulness or reactivity who benefit from a calm, patient approach and extra time to build trust. Every pet is unique, and I'm always happy to discuss your pet's specific needs before booking to ensure they receive the level of care they deserve. As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Natural Supplement Advisor, Energy Therapist and Certified Pet First Aid Provider, with ongoing education in Pet Wellness, I bring a unique blend of professional knowledge, practical experience and compassionate, heart-led care—treating every pet as if they were my own. As someone who is location-independent and runs a remote Wholistic Wellness business. I have the flexibility to travel and spend meaningful time with animals in their home. I create a calm, safe environment by following your pet’s routine, offering attentive care and helping them feel secure, settled and supported in your home.

“Very caring of my kitty. Happy to have Karuna come.”

Heather W.

“Doug and Janice are lovely. They checked in on my cats while I was away for Christmas and took care of feeding and medications (pills). I really appreciated the easy communication with them and will definitely reach out to them the next time I go away.”

Alexandra V.

“Cristina and Maria were wonderful with my dog. They were available at short notice and really helped me out.”

Karen M.

“Kelly was terrific and took very good care of our kitties. She went above and beyond when our power went out while we were away. She also kept in touch with us during the entire duration so we knew everything was good at home.”

Kelly J.

“Danielle is amazing!!! She was great with my Miley! She loved my puppy and was on time and amazing. I highly recommend her. Caring, loving & knows her pet care very well!! I will for sure be having her care for my doggie again very soon!!!”

Patti P.

“So happy that I found Rhaya to look after my cats while I was away on vacation! One is 18 and requires his meds and like a pro she made sure he got them. He also took quite the liking to her;) The other is very shy, an indoor/outdoor and she somehow managed to get her to come around to eat. Very rare with people she doesn't know! Upon meeting Rhaya I knew right away that she could be totally trusted and that my cats would be in the best hands. I had no hesitation in just leaving a key for her and it was so nice to get a quick message update daily after each visit. As well a few cute pics over the time period:) Professional, reliable and caring, I highly recommend her to all other pet owners. So grateful to have found my new regular cat sitter🙏”

Michael S.

“Rana was absolutely lovely, my pup look super happy in the pictures she sent me (which was so great to see). I highly recommend Rana and will happily use her services again.”

Charlene H.

“Jillian is such a sweetheart, and my girl Roxy really seems to like her. She stayed with Roxy while my partner and I went out for dinner as Roxy has separation anxiety and Roxy was chill and slept while we were gone! Would recommend Jillian to anyone!”

Kate K.

About: I grew up with dogs and cats as a child. As soon as I moved out to Canada, I got my own dog. My kids grew up with all kinds of animals in the house, the animals helped make my house a home. I’ve looked after friends and family pets most of my life and occasionally got paid for it. I took semi retirement early to enjoy life more and work less. I don’t consider caring for a pet a job. I work less the 30 hrs a week so lots of time to care for your pets in your home Lots of exercise, stick to the routine already set up by the owner. Lots of patience as the animal gets to know me and plenty of cuddles along the way. I have experience with seizures and epilepsy

About: I’m a past pet owner. I've recently looked after my sisters two small dogs for long weekends or a week at a time in BC while they were away. I’ve even looked after a relatives house, 2 Great Danes, 1 med sized dog and a few cats for a couple weeks when I was a kid with my elderly grandmother. Big responsibility! I’ve also looked after a neighbours cat for a couple weeks twice a day for feeds, daily cat litter cleaning, and music turned on and off with cuddle time. I’m bondable! I’ve volunteered and work for police forces over the years so no record etc. I believe animals have souls and need love and to be cared for. I’m willing to go to your home and water, feed and take your fur baby out for bathroom breaks and a cuddle. This will take a load off your mind as well as physically for your fur babies. I may not have years of getting paid and labelled as “professional” but I’m experienced when loving animals and using common sense to look after them and your home. Any questions, just ask. Cheers. I am a mortgage broker and can work from home. This gives me the flexibility to be with your pets mostly around the clock. Taking pets for walks and out door breaks when required. I will obliviously, learn and note what is needed as per the owner of the pet. I will make sure the pet feels loved and not alone while the owner is away. I will look after the residents as well. Pets are fed and watered in a timely manner and working with the owners schedule as required.

About: I have professional and personal experience with dogs, working in a professional setting with up to roughly 100 dogs daily (to many...please don't hire me to look after that many) as well as working with strays and rescues out of the country... Just lots of pet experience all around. I am professionally trained in dog and cat behavior, and studied wildlife biology. Not just a dog lover, I can handle all animals well, including exotics:). I am open for over night or a few hours or days. Any time is a good time. I can be flexible for whatever works I pay attention to the animal's behavior and needs rather than wants. Every dog is a new personality and they shouldn't all be handled the same way.

“Dorothy was very kind, I appreciated getting updates and pictures from her visit with my pups. She even took on my daughters little dog at the last minute which was so nice of her.”

Amanda

“We recently went on a two week vacation and needed drop in visits for our cats (and hamster haha). This was our first time using Rover and they went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable before we left. Susan and Robin were absolutely amazing and we will definitely be booking with them again in the future!”

Tanya E.

About: I have been a pet parent since I was a wee lass, owned mostly dogs and cats but I've also had rabbits, birds, fish and lizards. I have experience with all ages of animals and I used to foster and help train groups of puppies for a rescue agency. I work from home with a flexible schedule so I can be available daytime and evenings as needed. I am also available for overnight stays. I offer drop in care service or a full overnight house sit as needed. I will treat your pet like my own with lots of love!

About: I’m a professional animal trainer with 8 years of experience working with animals of all kinds—from exotic species to dogs. I’m deeply passionate about animal care and welfare. I can confidently provide basic pet vet care, administer medications, and ensure your pet feels safe, loved, and enriched while you're away. I work full-time most weekdays but am available right after work for evening visits or walks, and I’m fully open on Sundays and Mondays. I make time every day to ensure pets feel loved, safe, and well cared for, just like they’re my own. When caring for pets in their home, I focus on creating a safe, familiar environment where they feel comfortable and loved. I provide enrichment through play, feed according to their routine, administer medications as needed, and can handle basic vet care. Most importantly, I offer plenty of cuddles, affection, and attention tailored to each pet’s personality.

“Very professional and came for a meet and greet too.”

Scott H.