Pet Boarding Shawnigan Lake

About: I’ve been training puppies, caring for senior dogs, dogs recovering from surgery, I’ve owned/raised dogs big & small since I was born. Focused on safety and happiness. My house is their house. I’m currently available full time and available to care for dogs full time. Can host at my home or go to you. I do have a dog myself. I can leave her with her grandparents if you prefer me staying with your dog in your home❤️ I have a fenced dog run and a yard where I can hook dogs up on a line. Beach and forest walks steps away or cuddles at home I can crate a dog or happily let them sleep on furniture/beds.

“Michelle was absolutely wonderful with my high-energy working dog! She was communicative, send awesome pictures throughout the stay, and was just wonderful in general. Thank you Michelle!”

Carrol W.

“Karin is fabulous! She took Exceptional care of my animals! She is very professional, caring and kind. I felt peaceful knowing my animals were in her care.”

Beth M.

About: I have experience caring for dogs of different sizes, ages, and energy levels, and I’m comfortable adapting care to each dog’s routine and needs. I focus on calm, consistent handling and clear expectations, which helps dogs settle quickly. I’m attentive on walks, respectful of training cues, and comfortable supporting puppies as well as senior dogs. I follow care instructions closely, keep environments safe and structured, and pay attention to behaviour or health changes. You can expect reliable communication, thoughtful updates, and care that prioritizes your dog’s wellbeing while you’re away. Although I work full time, I have flexibility to work from home when needed, which allows me to build pet care smoothly into my daily routine. When working in the office I commute to Nanaimo, which means I can provide home care to pets from Shawnigan Lake to Nanaimo. I focus on creating a safe, calm environment for pets, both in my home and in clients’ homes. I stick to routines, follow instructions carefully, and pay close attention to safety on walks and at home. I’m respectful of clients’ spaces and keep things clean and secure. You’ll receive regular updates so you can feel confident your pet is well cared for.

“We left our little boy with them for a couple of days, and they did an excellent job. He made a new friend with their dog, looked really happy when we picked him up, and we had good communication throughout. Thank you so much”

Remi & Marie-Julie C.

“Daisy and her family looked after our little rascal Toby and he had a wonderful time. He is still wandering around looking for Nina and Sonia! A lovely family home very amenable to dogs - Toby had lots of good walks, play time and cuddles. Perfect in every way 🐶”

Patricia M.

“Kaori was amazing! She’s super nice and accommodating and you can tell she really cares about your pups. I left my two pups with her overnight as the hotel we were staying in is not pet friendly. She sent constant updates and pictures letting me know my babies were having a blast with her dog while me myself was enjoying the night. First time my two pups were away from me for so long and with one of them being anxious easily, Kaori made it a great experience. I didn’t have to worry at all knowing they are in good hands. Thank you!!!!”

Serena K.

“Stormi had such a great long weekend with Alanna. Lots of walks, snuggles and attention for our busy little pup! thanks again”

Tina S.

“Christine was so kind, responsive and took great care of my dog. She always stayed in touch, communicated, and made sure my dog had a great time. I really appreciate how accommodating she is and how she made sure he is happy. He looked so happy as if he was ready to stay with his new family lol!”

Catherine Z.

“Kartheek and his family were wonderful dog sitters. Our dog had such a great time staying with them. I will definitely be booking another visit again soon.”

Megan W.

“We had such a wonderful experience! Shravistha was incredibly flexible with scheduling and always so accommodating. Both she and her husband took amazing care of Alfie and treated her like she was part of their own family. Communication was excellent throughout the entire stay. She always replied to my messages promptly and kept me updated with photos and videos, which gave me so much peace of mind. It was obvious that Alfie was happy, comfortable, and truly well cared for. Shravistha is warm, kind, and genuinely loves dogs. Knowing Alfie was with her allowed us to completely relax while we were away. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring dog sitter!”

Celeste L.

“Joanne and Adam took great care of my dog Rufus. He loved lying in their grassy fenced yard and got lots of tummy rubs and affection. He loves playing fetch in the dog park so they took him several times during his stay. I appreciated their flexibility in letting me drop him off early in order to easily make my flight. I would be happy to have them care for Rufus anytime.”

Dale V.

“We went to New Zealand for 6 weeks. Alisa looked after Lucy and sent us photos. Alisa communicated often and sent us photo’s of Lucy relaxing in the house, playing with Haiko and going on walks. If I asked any questions, Alisa responded quickly. I knew that Lucy was well looked after, and because of Alisa’s care we were never worried and could enjoy our time away. I will only use Alisa and family in future to look after Lucy. I recommend Alisa highly.”

Maria A.

“Louis hadn’t seen Iris for several months but once he saw her, he went crazy with excitement! I know that he is in the best care when he is with Iris and that he is super happy to spend time with her.”

Kim S.

“Rachel was fantastic! My dog had such a lovely time and I think it felt like a vacation for him. He enjoyed all the activities, and Rachel was thoughtful and provided amazing updates and communication throughout the time. This was our first time leaving our dog, and it was a very positive experience for all of us. Highly recommend her for any and all animal care needs.”

Alison L.

“Stephanie was amazing with my dog, Olive! Her two dogs were so well-behaved and got along great with Olive. She kept me updated throughout the stay, sent me adorable pictures, and made me feel completely at ease. I could tell Olive was happy and well cared for. We will definitely be using Stephanie again in the future. Thank you so much!”

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“Dani was wonderful, Peaches felt instantly comfortable with them, communication was super easy & helpful, next time we’re in Victoria, Peaches will be very excited to stay with Dani again!”

Zoe J.

“Megan was awesome with our dog. We were very anxious about leaving him the first time but we’re put to ease after the first video we received and he looked happy.”

Tracy B.

“Amanda and her son were the best we could find for Simba when we want to vacation. My puppy had a blast and even missed them when he was back with us. Amanda kept in touch with us daily while we were away, giving us updates and sending us pictures. Amanda is highly recommended if you looking for a dog sitter.”

Darrell F.

“My first Rover experience and a very positive one! Anqian and Alexandre sent sweet updates of my cat Ham and really gave me peace of mind that he was in good hands! Thank you!”

Chloe I.