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Alara S.

Vernon, BC

5 out of 5.0 stars
10 reviews
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Pet care experience

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE! I have experience looking after cats, dogs, chickens. I lead with my heart and am somewhat of an animal communicator. Your animals will be well-loved while you are away. I have worked with some animals who would be considered seniors, requiring medication including insulin injections.

Cat care experience

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I am A Cat Whisperer <3

Alara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Ruth W.
House Sitting • Dec 21, 2024
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Alara stayed in our home and took care of our senior kitty for five weeks. She took very good care of our high maintenance girl including giving medication twice daily and multiple daily feedings. We came home to a happy kitty and a very clean house. We highly recommend her services!

Sonja K.
House Sitting • Nov 06, 2024
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Alara was great with house sitting and caring for my two senior cats, one of whom needs twice daily insulin injections. I came home to two very chill kitties, and a home that was kept very clean and in order. I really appreciated it and I would have no hesitation in booking Alara for the next time we go away and want to feel at ease with leaving our pets.

Ruth W.
House Sitting • Oct 08, 2024
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Alara left our home clean and tidy and we came home to a happy kitty!

Liz F.
Aug 02, 2024

Alara was a lovely sitter for us and our 3 cats, and 4 fish! The house was immaculate and our animals were happily sleeping in their spots when we came home. We would be happy to have Alara come and sit for us again!

About Alara S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
93% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for your pets in your home. Feeding, brushing, cleaning cat litter, dog walking, playtime etc, as well as keeping your pets on the same sort of routine that they're used to,or as close to it as possible. :) For myself - one thing that might be important for you to know is that I turn off wifi wherever I am due to being very sensitive to it as it gives me headaches. This is an easy process and I just plug my old-fashioned ethernet cable in to your modem. However if you have absolutely necessary things in your home that need wifi - we will need to discuss our options. Most homes do not and this normally doesn't affect anything/anyone. I turn the wifi back on before you come home. Also to note: My partner lives in Ontario so yes it's a long-distance relationship :) He may or may not be with me on a sit - I will always let you know if he will be there. He is a lover of animals, very clean and trustworthy and is handy! He is a musician who has played with Kim Mitchell for 42 years - so usually he is away touring. I will see if I can add a picture of him here. Also my adult son Jaicen, who is also an experienced sitter, will occasionally be with me as a second, or fill-in in case of myself needing to be away or in case of emergencies. Normally it is just myself who will be sitting.

Information Alara S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any quirky or special behaviours, whether your pet is trained with certain commands or what sorts of routines they are most used to.

A typical day

Whatever your pet is used to. I feel the most important thing is consistent love and attention. Cats love to play with laser lights or be spoken to a lot for example. Pets need love, affection and to be spoken to/ paid attention to like they are a member of the family <3

Services

House Sitting
in your home
CA$50per night

Alara can watch in your home

Cats
Dogs over 1 year old

Availability

I work mostly from home and so will be around a lot for your animals. I like to get some daily exercise so taking Fido for a walk is no problem! I do my best to work with a pets schedule for the most part ie: breakfast, nighttime rituals etc. Though I live in Vernon I am available to travel to you through out the Okanagan and Shuswap - and beyond as well if I can arrange it! Please just ask :)

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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Alara S.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
93% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Skills

45 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for your pets in your home. Feeding, brushing, cleaning cat litter, dog walking, playtime etc, as well as keeping your pets on the same sort of routine that they're used to,or as close to it as possible. :) For myself - one thing that might be important for you to know is that I turn off wifi wherever I am due to being very sensitive to it as it gives me headaches. This is an easy process and I just plug my old-fashioned ethernet cable in to your modem. However if you have absolutely necessary things in your home that need wifi - we will need to discuss our options. Most homes do not and this normally doesn't affect anything/anyone. I turn the wifi back on before you come home. Also to note: My partner lives in Ontario so yes it's a long-distance relationship :) He may or may not be with me on a sit - I will always let you know if he will be there. He is a lover of animals, very clean and trustworthy and is handy! He is a musician who has played with Kim Mitchell for 42 years - so usually he is away touring. I will see if I can add a picture of him here. Also my adult son Jaicen, who is also an experienced sitter, will occasionally be with me as a second, or fill-in in case of myself needing to be away or in case of emergencies. Normally it is just myself who will be sitting.

Information Alara S. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know any quirky or special behaviours, whether your pet is trained with certain commands or what sorts of routines they are most used to.

A typical day

Whatever your pet is used to. I feel the most important thing is consistent love and attention. Cats love to play with laser lights or be spoken to a lot for example. Pets need love, affection and to be spoken to/ paid attention to like they are a member of the family <3

Location

Vernon, BC

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Alara S.

Vernon, BC

5 out of 5.0 stars
10 reviews