Chinel & Cristian B.
Victoria, BC
🐾 24/7 Love and Care! 🐾
Pet care experience
Hi! We're Cristian and Chinel. We're experienced sitters, animal lovers & dog owners. We are so happy that you're considering trusting us with your furry family member. We strive to provide a nurturing and safe environment - only taking on one dog guest at a time. Instagram: @westshorerovers 📸 As owners of a dog with separation anxiety, we know how stressful it can be to find attentive, knowledgable & reliable dog sitters. We'd love to put your mind at ease & give your dog their home away from home with us providing 🐾 24/7 care - your dog will never be left alone! 🐾 We are a married young professional couple who both work from home in the tech industry. We have extensive experience caring for dogs of all breeds - from shy/anxious dogs, to seniors and playful pups. We appreciate that every animal comes with their own quirks, so we prioritise taking everything at a pace your pet is comfortable with. Most importantly, your dog will be part of our family while they are in our care. As such, we would love to follow any routines you currently have with your pet to make the transition as easy as possible. We are passionate about positive reinforcement training methods & would love to be able to continue any current training you are doing with your dog. Additionally, we only take on one dog at a time, so you can rest assured that your dog will have a safe, calm environment & our undivided attention.
Reviews
We are repeat clients because Chinel is a reliable, caring, communicative pet care giver. She is a gem. Highly recommend.
Chinel and Cristian have been great every time we book with them. Our dog Olly can be a little anxious with new people, but he absolutely loves staying with Chinel, Cristian and Benny. We would 100% recommend!
Our dog Olly had a great day at daycare with Christian, Chinel and Benny! Olly can be a bit nervous but he had no issues spending the day with them. They sent us lots of updates with pictures and were super responsive.
Thank you Chinel and Cristian for being so flexible on the schedule!!
About Chinel & Cristian B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a secure, large 2-bedroom apartment & a dog-proofed balcony that your dog is welcome to explore throughout the day. We also have airconditioning for hot summer days! We live close to numerous parks, greenspaces, trails and dog-friendly beaches so your dog will get plenty of outside time & physical exercise according to their energy level. We also have a fully-enclosed lacrosse field by our house with 10ft lockable fences that's a great spot for dogs to safely run around if their recall isn't 100% (we never let dog guests off-leash outside, unless in designated, safe areas specifically approved by their owners). Our dog, Benny, is medium-energy, friendly and respectful. He loves having other dog friends & will be happy to share his favourite afternoon nap spot under the sun. He also seems to have a special knack at helping more shy or nervous dogs feel settled in! 📸 We know what it's like to wonder what your pup is up to & that's why we prioritise communication with our dog guests' owners. You can expect plenty of photo & message updates throughout the day! Where possible, we'd love to set up a complimentary meet & greet ahead of your first booking so that we can get to know you, your pet & answer any questions you might have about their stay with us. Fit is the number one priority when having new guests stay with us; we want to ensure your dog has a stress-free & happy stay! Our Rover calendar is always kept up to date & we are able to take longer bookings with advanced notice. As we have our own dog, all dogs staying with us need to be non-dog aggressive & up-to-date on routine preventative care. All introductions are always done on neutral territory using parallel walks. While we have experience with leash-reactivity, we do require that your dog can be introduced to ours in a calm, safe, manner. This is to respect our dog's space and who we are bringing into it. Additionally, while we can't host cats in our apartment, we are experienced and available to provide your kitties with company, cuddles & care while you go on vacation with daily drop-in visits. 📝 NOTE: We have noticed a recurring pattern of some other local Rover sitters copying sections of our Rover profile to use on their own pages. We put a lot of time & love into sharing who we are & the type of environment we create when caring for your pet. All content here is original & honest. We do not condone other sitters using content from our profile to build their Rover profile. 🐶 NEW ROVER USERS 🐶 Use code CHINEB86249 for $20 off your first booking with us!
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Information Chinel & Cristian B. would like to know about your pet
While we like to discuss everything there is to know about your pet and their stay in person, it is extremely important that you let us know the temperament of your dog ahead of any first introduction. How are they with new people and other dogs? It's also helpful know if your dog has any special needs, allergies, routines, quirks or things we should be mindful of. If you have any tips on how your dog like to best interact with new people so we can respect their boundaries & win their trust - we'd love to hear them! We are able to accomodate all different types of food/feeding from kibble, home-cooked to raw. Feedings are always done completely seperately in different rooms, to avoid any potential resource guarding. Most importantly, we love caring for dogs through Rover. We love getting to form relationships with different dogs and being able to provide peace of mind for their owners while you're away. Getting to meet and care for your pet is a real privilege and we can't wait to meet you!
A typical day
A typical day with us involves 24/7 care, plenty of sniff & pee breaks, lunchtime walks, mental stimulation & games, a longer afternoon hike/playtime (if your dog is up for it), & lots of evening cuddles! We both love training, & would love to spend time keeping up with any training you are currently doing with your dog (+ maybe even teach them some new tricks)! We have very flexible schedules and having both of us at home full-time means we can adjust our day to your pet's needs.
Services
Chinel & Cristian can host
Chinel & Cristian can watch in your home
Availability
We both work full-time from home, so your dog will have 24/7 around the clock care (& you have the benefit of 2 sitters available for your pet's entire stay). We will never leave your dog unattended & they will receive multiple pee/sniff breaks throughout the day, as well as a longer lunchtime walk & an evening hike/walk/play. We are outdoorsy people and would love to take your dog on walks, hikes & adventures during their stay. We believe firmly in providing dogs with mental stimulation, so have plenty of puzzles & games for them to enjoy. Additionally, we have a range of comfortable nap spots from sunny dog beds to our cozy couches (fitted with a dog ramp) so your dog will have plenty of down time & space to relax.
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About Chinel & Cristian B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a secure, large 2-bedroom apartment & a dog-proofed balcony that your dog is welcome to explore throughout the day. We also have airconditioning for hot summer days! We live close to numerous parks, greenspaces, trails and dog-friendly beaches so your dog will get plenty of outside time & physical exercise according to their energy level. We also have a fully-enclosed lacrosse field by our house with 10ft lockable fences that's a great spot for dogs to safely run around if their recall isn't 100% (we never let dog guests off-leash outside, unless in designated, safe areas specifically approved by their owners). Our dog, Benny, is medium-energy, friendly and respectful. He loves having other dog friends & will be happy to share his favourite afternoon nap spot under the sun. He also seems to have a special knack at helping more shy or nervous dogs feel settled in! 📸 We know what it's like to wonder what your pup is up to & that's why we prioritise communication with our dog guests' owners. You can expect plenty of photo & message updates throughout the day! Where possible, we'd love to set up a complimentary meet & greet ahead of your first booking so that we can get to know you, your pet & answer any questions you might have about their stay with us. Fit is the number one priority when having new guests stay with us; we want to ensure your dog has a stress-free & happy stay! Our Rover calendar is always kept up to date & we are able to take longer bookings with advanced notice. As we have our own dog, all dogs staying with us need to be non-dog aggressive & up-to-date on routine preventative care. All introductions are always done on neutral territory using parallel walks. While we have experience with leash-reactivity, we do require that your dog can be introduced to ours in a calm, safe, manner. This is to respect our dog's space and who we are bringing into it. Additionally, while we can't host cats in our apartment, we are experienced and available to provide your kitties with company, cuddles & care while you go on vacation with daily drop-in visits. 📝 NOTE: We have noticed a recurring pattern of some other local Rover sitters copying sections of our Rover profile to use on their own pages. We put a lot of time & love into sharing who we are & the type of environment we create when caring for your pet. All content here is original & honest. We do not condone other sitters using content from our profile to build their Rover profile. 🐶 NEW ROVER USERS 🐶 Use code CHINEB86249 for $20 off your first booking with us!
Home
Information Chinel & Cristian B. would like to know about your pet
While we like to discuss everything there is to know about your pet and their stay in person, it is extremely important that you let us know the temperament of your dog ahead of any first introduction. How are they with new people and other dogs? It's also helpful know if your dog has any special needs, allergies, routines, quirks or things we should be mindful of. If you have any tips on how your dog like to best interact with new people so we can respect their boundaries & win their trust - we'd love to hear them! We are able to accomodate all different types of food/feeding from kibble, home-cooked to raw. Feedings are always done completely seperately in different rooms, to avoid any potential resource guarding. Most importantly, we love caring for dogs through Rover. We love getting to form relationships with different dogs and being able to provide peace of mind for their owners while you're away. Getting to meet and care for your pet is a real privilege and we can't wait to meet you!
A typical day
A typical day with us involves 24/7 care, plenty of sniff & pee breaks, lunchtime walks, mental stimulation & games, a longer afternoon hike/playtime (if your dog is up for it), & lots of evening cuddles! We both love training, & would love to spend time keeping up with any training you are currently doing with your dog (+ maybe even teach them some new tricks)! We have very flexible schedules and having both of us at home full-time means we can adjust our day to your pet's needs.
Location
Victoria, BC
Pets
Chinel & Cristian B.
Victoria, BC