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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

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

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

Summer Availability

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Summer is here and Invermere and the Columbia Valley are getting busy! I currently have a full-time contract with Parks Canada in Radium. I am still available for dog walks, pet visits and some (in your) home/pet sitting.

Dog Walks are available all day Wednesday and Thursday (my days off). I often have Friday or Saturday mornings off and I am available some evenings after 5pm. I will do my best to make something work with you and your dog!

Overnight or (my) home boarding or day care is very limited and all guests must be approved by my *manager (*my 10 month old puppy Mavi needs to meet your dog first!) I am happy to come and pet sit at your place!! This also helps to keep your pet comfortable in their regular routine and environment.

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 while you are visiting Invermere, Radium and the beautiful Columbia Valley. ~Shannen

Dog Walking

Other Pet Care Providers in the Valley are:

Unleashed Pet Care : 250-347-9933
Kootenay Kritters : 250-755-6334
Valley Pet Care : 778-554-2708

Check your pets for ticks!

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Spring is here and as the weather gets warmer it is so tempting to take our dogs on longer walks outside and explore new hikes in the area. Keep in mind spring is also a time for ticks and other parasites to be lurking in the tall grasses and small shrubs near the trails. Always check your pet for ticks after any outdoor adventure and note any changes in behavior to your vet.

If you do happen to find a tick on your dog, it’s important that you know how to remove it. There is a rumor that using a match to remove a tick is the best way. However, you are more likely to end up burning your dog’s skin than removing the tick.

Instead, follow these steps to make sure you’re removing the tick from your dog’s skin properly:
Check your pets for ticks
Check your pet for ticks after each outdoor adventure!
  • Clean the area surrounding the tick with alcohol.
  • Use tweezers to grab the tick by the head, not the body.
  • Pull upwards until the tick detaches. Some vets advocate turning the tick clockwise if it has burrowed deeply into the skin.
  • If you pull the tick off, but the head is still attached to your dog’s skin, don’t worry. The head will most likely fall out on its own.
  • Clean the area to prevent infection, and you can always consult your vet if you’re still worried.
  • Once the tick is removed, do not crush it, as the blood it carries can be dangerous and harbor disease. Also, do not flush it down the toilet, as it can potentially crawl back out. Ticks are resilient.
  • Instead, put the tick in a closed jar and drown it with alcohol. Your vet may ask you to keep any ticks that you’ve found on your dog for testing. That’s especially likely if it’s a species known to carry Lyme and your dog hasn’t been vaccinated.

Consult your local SPCA or vet clinic for preventative treatments or concerns about fleas and ticks! We take care to keep all dogs on a leash and do a tick check after each walk in the local trails. Contact us for more details about dog walking services.