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Linda S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Linda S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

CA$54 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

Linda has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
30 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

♥ TLC ♥ as I would want for my own!

Hello, People have described my place as a boutique pet hotel. I am proud of the comfortable accommodations to keep your pets safe and happy. I joined Rover in 2021 but am not at all new to pet care. I welcome S/M dogs and will take on some geriatric, or special needs pets. Non spayed or neutered adult dogs willing to discuss. Occasionally I will accommodate larger dogs if they are docile, social and calm and no other little dogs booked in. Please know that the Rover rate shows $53.00. Rover used to add their fee after booking but now attach direct to the sitters fees - they collect from both ends. I earn 37.60 of that 53.00 Enter Promo Code LINDAS79804 on your 1st Rover booking to receive $20 off! Our set up is best described as in home kennel care with a monitored cozy dog room at night that is part of our home, Dogs are penned in their own space for feeding or quiet time, or if they have a chew treat to avoid any doggie conflicts. Dogs quickly become comfortable with a routine of 5+ social playtimes in a safe comfortable environment. . There are 3 separate play yards. A lifelong dog lover/owner, I have worked at kennels, the SPCA and taken an owners veterinary course as well as assisted with obedience classes in the past. I am home full time on our farm and enjoy dog sitting. Will occasionally do nearby home visits within 10km or charge additional out of zone. Email and text updates are given on request (within reason) for your peace of mind. My #1 goal is to keep your pet(s) safe and happy! On that note, I do require dogs to be within 2 years of vaccination or titer tested with appropriate forms to show. Any past due boosters must be given 2 weeks prior to coming here. I also ask your dog is on a flea program to keep my premises clear of them and to ensure nothing is passed along to the next visitor. I yard play with visitors to burn off energy. The large yards are secure and dogs who like to sniff around, explore or fetch do well here. Due to physical limitations I cannot take dogs on long walks, nor does my separate insurance cover going off property

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
80% bookings with photo updates
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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41 ratings
Linda D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juil. 20, 2026

It was Sofie’s first stay with Linda and it won’t be the last. Fantastic facility, personalized service and Linda was great with Sofie who is only 3 1/2 month old (and she is a handful). Thank you Linda for taking such good care of Sofie.

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Janice J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juil. 07, 2026

We left our Lola with Linda for a second time, and she is great. She has a wonderful setup for the furbabies, plus a nice fenced in yard for them to play and run around. I would highly recommend Linda!

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Vanessa H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juin 10, 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I couldn’t have asked for a better place for my little Olive. The loving home environment and beautiful farm made it feel like a vacation for my pup. She was treated like family, got lots of attention, exercise, and cuddles, and I received updates that gave me complete peace of mind. It was clear my dog was happy, comfortable, and well cared for. I highly recommend this in-home boarding service to anyone looking for a safe, caring alternative to a kennel. We’ll definitely be back! 🐾 Vanessa & Olive 🫒

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Debi W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • juin 01, 2026

We felt very comfortable leaving Molly with Linda while we were travelling. We had a visit with her before the actual booking and Molly looked very comfortable in her surroundings. Linda sent us a number of pictures of Molly playing with her new friends and gave us updates on how she was doing. I would highly recommend Linda to anyone and would bring Molly back again in the future.

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Tikang K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • avr. 05, 2026

For the second time, we feel incredibly satisfied and happy with Linda’s service. We never have to worry while we’re away because we know that our dog, Tobii, is being well taken care of. It gives us so much peace of mind knowing he’s in such good hands. Highly recommended!

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Margaret K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • janv. 01, 2026

We felt so comfortable leaving our Labradoodle, Bear, with Linda. She has the perfect setup. A cozy place in the house to sleep, plenty of protected space to run and play, and lots of human and canine companions to keep Bear happy. We were happy with the communication and confident that we would come home to a happy and well taken care of dog. Thank you Linda! We will definitely recommend your service to others.

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Schedule

I am home most of the time with occasional pop outs for household errands. Dogs have at least 5 walk/playtimes, plus human hangout time. Cuddles and treats with owners permission. Daycare, and all pickup and drop off within 1-2 hour windows between 9am and 5pm

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives on a farm/ranch
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We have two dogs that play well with most dogs but am as careful as I can be with leash one on one introductions first. I try to ensure a good or relaxed time for your pet and consider age and personality with each 1st time visitor.

Pets

A typical day

Dogs are let out first thing for a quick potty break or play before morning feeding and again right after. I have plenty of leashes, bowls and toys and prefer NOT to have things that could get lost or wrecked other than a special blanket or toy that stays with your dog at night. Weather permitting dogs will be let out to play at least 5 times per day, fed up to three times and settled for the night at 10/10:30 My dog room is camera monitored so I can check on dogs without disturbing quiet times.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
No females in heat
Linda can host up to 4 pets per night
Your dog will need to be UTD on vaccines and flea free. I would like to know if they are social, anxious, chewers, jumpers, food/toy aggressive, diggers etc. Our yard fencing is all lined with no dig wire. It is 4' high so if you have a particularly athletic dog this may not be a fit for a mischievous jumper (even though dogs are supervised for yard play). The focus is to ensure SAFETY! I have specific drop off and pick up times and would like to be given a 1 -2 hour window between 9-5pm and ask people to respect there are reasons for this and/or to plan or ask ahead. Normally take 3-4 dogs at a time but am open to discuss each booking and individual needs.
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, including a booking fee of 11%.