Pet Sitting in Okanagan

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

“We have used Sara’s Dog sitting services x2 and would highly recommend her for taking very good care of your fur baby. She is very dependable, caring and attentive to instructions/directions. Our 75lb quirky & nervous rescue dog is challenging on leash, but Sara is able to get the walks done with +++TLC where other dog sitters have be unsuccessful. If you are needing someone to come in and stay in your home to watch your pet(s), Sara comes highly recommended!”

“Awesome! Kasey was on time, such a great communicator, beyond receptive to the excessive amounts of obsessed dog mom info coming at her and the biggest test of all was loved by Jet. Highly recommend Kasey!”

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.

“Debbie is amazing and has a real love for all animals! Our Kassidy came home extremely happy and exhausted, and seemed like she was missing her new friends. Debbie provided us with photos and updates on how Kassidy was doing. It was such a relief to leave our dog with someone who gave her so much love and attention. We would definitely recommend Debbie to others for pet sitting!”

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.

“Jeremy has had a sweet spot for dogs ever since he was young! He's got a good balance of being loving and firm in his interactions with them!! Our little Tilly absolutely adores him! She gets so excited when she hears him coming!! He's taken care of our dogs numerous times.”

“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.”

“Sara stopped in to let our dog out during the day when we were gone. She sent me pictures when she was there and was attentive to any health or distress signs. It was clear she loves dogs and our dog was very comfortable with her.”

“I know she'd be good for this because she's spent lots of time with my cats and my dog and has always been loving and has always taken very good care of them”

“Selina is super knowledgeable, trustworthy and friendly! I highly recommend her for any services that you may need. From walking, or sitting - she's great. :)”

“Emma was great! She was very quick with responses and did a great job updating us with pictures of our fur babies. Thanks again Emma, would definitely recommend.”

“Regan has been in a family where she participated in looking after the family dog for 15 years. In that time she walked, brushed, played with the dog. She has also cared for our dog over the past 8 months, and helped socialize and train our puppy. She also has dog sit for other people who have asked her multiple times to come back. Regan is a caring and responsible person.”

“We had the pleasure of having Adam look after our dog Zoe while we were away for a month. Adam was reliable, and showed a genuine love for Zoe from the start. He quickly understood her routines and made sure she was well-cared for, happy, and comfortable.Adam provided us with regular updates and photos, which was reassuring and allowed us to enjoy our time away without worry. He was attentive to Zoe’s needs, ensuring she got plenty of exercise and affection. We returned to find Zoe happy and healthy, and it was obvious she had been in great hands.We highly recommend Adam to anyone in need of a pet sitter. His attention to detail, respect for our home, and deep care for Zoe made our experience incredibly positive. Thanks, Adam, for your excellent care!”

“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.”

“Ryan is amazing with my dog Brittany , he takes really good care of her and to be honest I think she loves him more than me . I would highly recommend Ryan he has so much love to give to all your dogs too !”

“Rebecca did a fantastic job of taking care of our place during our trip, she kept us well informed on state of affairs including pictures.”

“I had the pleasure of having Suki at my home with my pack for 2 weeks. I have a Corgi puppy 1 year old, a Border Collie pup 1 year old, a 15 year old Blue Heeler and 2 cats! There are many needs associated with these fur babes as well as some special care. I was able to enjoy a 2 week vacation without any worry thanks to Suki's natural ability to care and tend to my animals. I knew they were not only being fed and watered, but having lots of snuggles as well. Everything was in order when I returned. Suki will definitely be on my list to call again.”

About: Are you unable to find someone bondable, reliable and trustworthy to care for your pets or home, while away? Well fear no more, I am here to help you with any frustration you might face. I work for however much YOU decide is fair. I have a range of skills, and a lifetime of pet sitting experience. I am also EMR, First Aid lvl 3 with HCP & CPR, WHMIS, and Food Safe certified! I have references, flexibility AND reliable communication. I am new to the area, so by helping you, you are helping me gain more references! :) Message me for more information, or to book me over the summer! Beginning Sept 5, I will be starting College, so availability may change. I own I have my own reliable vehicle, however will not be taking bookings that are specific to pickup/drop offs. Thank you for understanding. As a business owner, I have complete control over my own schedule. I love taking care of animals, and being outside, especially during the summer months. Feeding, excersise and attention are very important to ensure a happy healthy dog, it's important to me that no fur baby gets left behind or forgotten.

About: Hiya! My names Jess, I have been working with pets for just over 4 years now! I fell in love with the industry back when I started working in daycare in 2018. My future goals are to work within veterinary medicine, currently I am working at a clinic during the day as an assist/receptionist. As an active person already, I would love to bring your pup along with me and my boy to give you some extra time in your day. I treat all animals like my own and would only offer the most efficient and reliable service for you. No matter what size or age, all in deserving of the best treatment possible. I can’t wait to meet you and your loved pets! Cheers :) For dog walking, home visits, I am available from 6:30-7:30am & 5:15pm-9:30pm every weekday, also available weekends with discretion. Please contact me for boarding or in home boarding for availability! I treat all homes like my own, I am very clean and respectful of all space. My boy Bozley is kennel trained and is very happy to take breaks in his kennel along with sleep through the night if our furry visitor needs some of their own space. I am very accommodating for each client as they all have their special routines/orders for their comfort. I will work with your pets needs and collaborate best I can with you.