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Kelsey H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Kelsey H.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

CA$62 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Basic background check
22 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Animal Lover & Youth/FamCounselor:)

Hello dog lovers! My name is Kelsey and I am an animal lover and youth & family counsellor with the vancouver island YMCA in a variety of neurodiverse settings. I have always felt a closeness and sincere love for all animals :) I often work from home, which allows me to spend time with animals in the way that they deserve (especially when missing those they are closest to). I am a responsible individual and am genuinely excited to love and care for your furry friend! I have raised my own pup for 15 years and now have a sweet, gentle border collie named Takaya who recently turned 4! Takaya loves all dogs, but can also very easily be separated from your pup as we have a relatively large property, and I know all dogs have differing levels of comfortability around other dogs. In addition to dogs, I also have experience caring for rabbits, guinea pigs, and cats. As my work is currently flexible & often remote - I will be available the vast majority of each day to spend time caring for your loved one. Travelling frequently across Africa, Asia and South America over the years, I am truly able to empathise with other pet owners as they hope for peace of mind in regards to their pets well-being and comfort while they're away. It is my goal to offer you this sense of peace and to love your furry family member as I would my own (and as I would hope my sitter would care for my own loved ones). I can't wait to hear from you! Kelsey

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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8 ratings
Remi & Marie-Julie C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 03, 2026

First time using Kelsey service for our little boy and I will ask her again anytime. Our dog was so happy when we came back to pick him up , we can tell he had a good time with Kelsey and her husband and also made a new friend with there dog :) thanks you so much

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Chenyu X.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 12, 2022

Kelsey is a great sitter, my Lucky is super happy to stay with her. Even after she often checks in with me about my dog. Seeing someone love a dog as much as she did is so lovely.

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Parisa R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 25, 2021

I am recommending Kelsey, our dog had a happy stay with Kelsey. I will be a returning client ?

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Megan T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 11, 2021

Kelsey was amazing with Bentley! Will definitely be booking again!

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Jason C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 31, 2021

Kelsey takes good care of our dog. Very happy about the service.

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Kathy S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 27, 2021

Kelsey was reliable and I would be happy to have her care for my kitty again.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm extremely fortunate to work flexibly and often remotely for the YMCA so that I may truly focus on caring for and comforting your pet while they are missing you.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Safety, trust & environment

My husband and I have a large, fenced in yard, with tonnes of outdoor and indoor space. If your furry loved one is not comfortable around other dogs, it is very easy to separate my border collie while still providing each animal with close connection and care.

Pets

A typical day

Walks are a must! I will happily and often take the dog for walks around the neighbourhood. Please let me know if there are any specific activities or places that your pup loves/frequents so that I can best create a sense of normalcy for them while they are missing you. 🩷

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time
Kelsey can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or medical requirements so that I can best love & support them. I believe I can be the right fit for any animal that needs care, but especially If you have a pup that struggles with anxiety, as I have a lot of experience providing a soft, gentle approach and have ample grace and understanding for the complexities of differing temperaments. It is my job to match the needs of the animals (and people) I care for, just as I would hope someone else would for my furry friends and loved ones.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.