Tag: home visits

Christmas Holidays.

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Christmas is just around the corner and I will be going back to Vancouver to visit family and friends. After three busy holiday seasons in the valley it’s time to make a trip home. I will be away Dec 22 – Jan 7. The last regular dog walk day will be Thursday Dec 21 and walks will resume Jan 8.

Pet sitting dates are fully booked until the end of the year and a few dates are already booked for the new year. Home visits (once or twice a day) for your feline friends are still available! Contact me if you need daily check-ins for your cats, chickens, hedgehogs or goldfish, or if you need someone to water plants or check the mail!

More walk spots will hopefully be opening up in the new year – stay tuned for new walk days. Also January will see a rate increase – dog walks will be $30/walk. I also hope to introduce a punch card option for the weekly regulars – buy 9, get the 10th free!

Thanks for all the continued support and walks. I hope to keep your dogs and cats happy and healthy – just like they keep me fit and active!

Tell your dog I said HI!
Shannen

Fall and Winter 2023

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Welcome to September and the home stretch of the last few months for 2023.

July and August were smokin’ hot and the Columbia Valley was packed with summer tourists. I stayed busy pet sitting, dog walking, working part-time and enjoying some summer fun.

Overnight pet sitting dates for September, October and November are fully booked. I can only be in one place at a time so my dates book up fast! Home visits for your feline friends are still available during these times – send me a message if you need kitty visits.

I’ll be away for the Christmas holidays to spend time with my family and friends in Vancouver (December 23-January 6). If you are planning a winter get-away in the new year send your requests for dates in soon!

Thank you for all the support and referrals! I hope to be able to offer more weekly dog walks spots in the future!

Tell your dog I said Hi!
~Shannen

Welcome to Summer!

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Reminder *** I will be away June 27 – July 12! ***

I’m off to the coast (home) for a visit with family and friends and to work my other, other, other job with BC Bike Race!

Summer in the Columbia Valley is amazing, there’s new snow on the mountains (!!) the lake is refreshing and the trails are perfect for running, hiking or riding. During the hot summer days our dog walks might get a little shorter, slower and shadier. I bring water with me on all walks and try to get to the lake or other water source whenever possible.

Pet sitting dates are almost fully booked from July to November. I only have a few potential spaces available. As well, I will likely (hoping!) be away during the first two weeks of December to have a much needed vacation and get some SUN before the cold of winter hits.

As always, I want to say a huge THANK YOU to all the awesome dogs and cats (and the people!) for all the support. The dog walk days keep me fit and active and I love to get as many kitty cuddles as possible!

Thanks for all the love,
Shannen

Summer Pet Updates

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WOW, can you believe it is already MAY!? Spring is really settling in and the temps are finally warming up. In the sunny afternoons it feels like we almost skip spring and jump right into summer! Keep reading for my summer pet updates!

My Monday and Thursday dog walk days continue to keep me busy and active! Some days I walk 8-10 dogs and really get those steps in! On warmer days we might enjoy a quick dip in the lake to cool off and I make sure to carry water so we all stay hydrated.

** I will be away June 27 – July 16 **. There is no pet sitting or dog walks during those weeks! Pet sitting availability becomes limited as summer approaches. But, if you are going away, contact me as I may just have a few days available to fit you in! Fall and winter bookings have also started to trickle in so if you are planning a vacation book your pet sitting dates early!

THANK YOU to all my super dog and cat clients for keeping me busy.
I appreciate the support so very much! ~Shannen

Winter Walks

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Thanks to all my amazing dog and cat clients! I am so grateful for all the ongoing support here in Invermere and the Columbia Valley. This May will be THREE YEARS of Invermere Pet Services! WOW!

Winter Dog Walks

Christmas was a very busy time for pet sitting and home visits. That momentum kept my calendar packed until the end of January. I have a little quiet time before the spring break rush starts again in March. Currently, pet sitting bookings are fully booked until May.

My dog walking days continue to be Monday and Thursday with a few weekend spots on Saturdays too! I have a few “Black Out” dates to note: No Dog Walks on: Monday Feb 13, Monday March 13, Thursday March 27.

Thanks for choosing Invermere Pet Services!
~Shannen

Happy September!

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Availability updates for Fall and Winter

What a brilliant and busy summer! Thanks again to all my wonderful doggos and PAWsome kitties for keeping my summer full of walks and cuddles.

September is here and I am off for the next two weeks to enjoy my work with BC Bike Race helping riders at the Aid Station! All walks will resume on October 3.

Winter pet-sitting bookings are filling up fast. I will be away Nov 27-Dec 5. I’m already booked for the Christmas break but can still accept clients needing home visits only. If you are planning a winter holiday or spring break getaway in the new year, secure your dates soon!

Thanks again to all my dog-walk and cat clients. Honestly every dog is my favorite and I love my time with all the fun, silly, goofy, cuddly and happy pets I can take care of.

: ) Shannen

Last Minute Help?!

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Last minute bookings or cancellations are not a problem!

Your day is crazy and now you won’t be home to let your dog out? I will always try to accomodate a last minute walk or home visit into my flexible dog walk days. If you are stuck just send me a quick text or call and I’ll do my best to help you and your dog.

Do you have a scheduled weekly walk or pet sitting dates already booked. Cancellations are OK. I know life happens and plans change. Just send me a message and let me know if we need to cancel or reschedule. There is no cancellation fee. I can probably fill the time with another booking, or even enjoy some time to myself… either way it’s all good!

Invermere Pet Services is here to help keep your pets happy and healthy. Contact me to arrange a quick meet and greet or to book dog walks or pet sitting!

Spring in the Valley

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Winter is slowly melting away and spring has finally arrived in the Columbia Valley! I am loving the longer days and warmer temperatures. This certainly makes all my dog walks much more enjoyable.

Spring break means many families had the opportunity to travel and that means I am busy pet sitting. Thank you so much to all my friends and clients for trusting me with your pets.

Many clients that had to postpone trips have now been able to reschedule and book me for pet sitting. My availability is limited in the coming months, but I will always do my best to make it work! I am available for dog walking on Monday, Thursday and Sunday – contact me to book a time!

Looking ahead to spring and summer… I will be taking a quick visit to Vancouver April 10-19. I will also be away July 1-5!

Thanks again for keeping me busy, fit and active, I definitely have a spring in my step these days. I love all the good dogs and cute cats that I meet… seriously, your dog is my favourite!

: ) Shannen

Winter Availability Update!

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Welcome to Winter – the holidays are coming and the snow is here!

*NEW SCHEDULE* Dog walking days and times are available Monday, Thursday and Sunday.
Dog walking times (approximate) are 9:00am, 10:30am, 12pm (one hour only), 1:30pm and 3pm.

If you are planning a family visit or sunny vacation book your pet sitting dates now. I have limited availability during the winter months and dates will fill up fast. I am happy to come and pet sit at your place! This keeps your pet comfortable in their regular routine and environment.

Overnight stays or (my) home boarding is very limited and all guests must be approved by my *manager (*my 1 year old puppy Mavi needs to meet your dog first!)

Contact me if you have any questions or to arrange a free meet and greet with you and your pet. I love to help keep your pets happy and healthy in Invermere, Radium, Fairmont and the beautiful Columbia Valley. ~Shannen

Other Boarding or Pet Services in the Valley:

Boarding or Daycare at Unleashed!
Contact: 250-347-9933

Shannonbrook Boarding Kennels in Windermere
Contact: 250-342-6188

Kootenay Kritters Dog Walking or Petsitting
Contact: 250-755-6334

Fall Availability Update!

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What an incredible summer – THANK YOU for keeping me busy and active. I can’t believe I am nearing the end of my Parks contract (how has it been 5 months!?) Don’t worry, I still have time for my favorite dog walks on Wednesdays and Thursdays!

*I am away from Sept 25 until the end of October*. I have a two week contract for BC Bike Race in the Okanagan and then I will be going home to Vancouver for a long overdue visit with my family and friends. (I CAN’T WAIT!!)

I hope to see all my favorite 4 (and 3!!) legged friends when I return in November. I will be ready for all the winter walkies and home visits that you may need. Thank you again so much for sharing your pets with me.

~Shannen

Winter dog walking is coming!