Andrea T.
Andrea T.
Contact for Boarding
CA$65 total per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Happy pet, happy life! 🐾🏡
❇️ I pay close attention to animals in my care, I'm always looking out for their safety and well-being. I only host one or two dogs at a time so things stay calm and comfortable. This lets me focus on each dog and make sure they feel relaxed and cared for. My goal is simple: help your dog feel safe, happy, and at home — and give you complete confidence that they’re being well cared for.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
I was participating in a race on the island and needed a comfy place for my dogs for the day, so reached out to Andrea. We normally leave them with family, and with a stubborn senior dog and anxious rescue, I was nervous about leaving them with a stranger who would have to deal with their quirks. Andrea was fantastic!!! She was amazingly communicative and clearly cared about making sure they were comfortable. She was very understanding of the nervous one, offering to have him meet her dog, Jerry, outside first. It sounds like they all had an enjoyable day, exploring the yard, chasing rabbits, and napping. Thanks Andrea! If I’m ever in need of a dogsitter in Nanaimo again, you’re the one!
Andrea is one of the most lovely humans I know! And her fur baby Gerry is the sweetest! For being a bigger dog she is so very gentle with my mini yorkie, Winnie. Winnie loves giving her kisses and Gerry is so very patient with her lol… When I tell my pups we’re going to see Andrea and Gerry they get so excited! I’m never worried about my pups when Andrea looks after them for me. She always seems to know when I need a hello photo from my babies too. When I pick my pups up from their sleepovers they are so relaxed, happy and content every time. I’d highly recommend Andrea and Gerry for your next pet sitter/walker etc.💖🐾💖
I cannot recommend Andie (Andrea) enough! She was my dog sitter for 6 years. Whenever I had to travel, Andie watched my little pup, Higgins, like he was her own. I felt very secure in leaving Higgins with Andie, as I knew he was being very well taken care of with lots of walks, treats, and love. She would often send me updates with pictures. He would know right away when we were in her neighborhood for drop off, as he would bark and wag his tail. When it came time to pick Higgins up, he often didn't want to leave as he loved being with her so much. It made me feel so good to know that Higgins had a great place to go to when I had to travel. You can rest assured when you leave your furry best friend with Andie:)
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Schedule
❇️ Boarding - Bookings are available most weekends of the year from Friday evening to Sunday evening. ❇️ Dog walking - I'm available for dog walks most mornings and evenings throughout the year. ❇️ Day Care - I have daytime availability during July and August + winter/spring breaks + all stat/bank holidays. I work for the school district full time September-June.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
❇️ I have a fully fenced yard, and space in my home for crates, bowls, and toys. Safety is important to me. If you have any concerns, or if your dog has special needs, please provide details prior to drop-off. I want to ensure your pet has a fun and happy stay.
Pets
A typical day
❇️ Your dog will join in on the same activities and fun that I provide for my own dog on a daily basis, although I'm always happy to tailor activities to special needs. Typically we will go for a neighbourhood walk in the morning (~15-30min), followed by breakfast and continued access to a large fenced garden for playtime, fresh air, and bathroom breaks. Later in the day, we'll most likely explore a local trail near my house (~30-45min) with opportunities to take in all the new smells.