Pet Sitting in Thunder Bay

About: I have grown up with dogs in my house and taken care of other animals on our farm. I love dogs and will take excellent care of them when walking. I am a student at Lakehead University and will have plenty of time in between my classes and sports to walk your dog. I have open time throughout the day and I am very flexible with walking time. I have a fenced backyard and can easily keep care of your dog. I can run with your dog if you want them tired for when you get back to them.

About: I've been an animal lover my entire life and have spent hours volunteering at the TBDHS, along with pet sitting and walking my neighbour's dog! I have my own, high-energy dog (Ellie, husky-German shepherd mix) from Northern Critters in Need. Some activities that I do with my dog (and neighbour’s dogs) are hikes, bike rides, the park, and more. I'm used to large dogs pulling occasionally! I also have two cats (Trix and Roux), who are also rescues. Roux is the sweetest cat that flops when you pick her up (kind of like a ragdoll cat), and Trix will talk (meow) at you when she's ready for your attention. While volunteering at the TBDHS, I would do basic care (feeding, brushing, playtime, etc.) and take the dogs for walks and socialize with them until they found their forever homes! I love going for daily walks with my dogs or my neighbour's dogs! I'm available in the afternoon and evening primarily, but can make exceptions for morning and nighttime as well. Since having large and high-energy dogs, I am very used to an active lifestyle. When I take them on hikes, walks, and bike rides, I'm used to them pulling on the leash when they are overly excited. I can (usually) calm them down by patting their chest-area or continuing on our way if necessary.

“Amanda L is a true real dog and cat whisper. She can tame even the worst of cats and dogs. No disappointments with her at all. She is truly the best.”

“My wife and I were very happy with Jodi. We were out of town for a week and she took care of our 2 cats. She was on time for their breakfast and dinner feedings. She cleaned the litterboxes as directed and washed the cat dishes. She spent quality time with the cats and provided us with detailed updates and pictures. Highly recommend.”

“Kelsey has taken great care of my dog Nisha! She has always gone above and beyond to provide great service and exceptional kindness to Nisha. Highly recommend!”

“Tika and Cordie aren't used to being at other peoples' houses yet both made themselves at home with Kelley and her daughter. They were both so welcoming! We look forward to our next stay - a sleepover!”

“Natalie looked after my diabetic cat Marvin while I was out of town for a few days. She did an excellent job of making sure he had food, water and cuddles. She also wasn't afraid to give him his insulin shots! I would definitely recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone to look after their dog or cat... especially if they have special needs like my orange menace did!”

“Kyle is very kind and gentle with dogs. He is especially enthusiastic with my sister's dog, Shelley, a Wheaton Terrier. He is able to channel her energy and exuberance while he plays with her. He has the ability to treat Shelley in a manner in which both he and Shelley gain from shared interactions,in a firm, loving manner.”

“I have been friends with Kassie for a number of years. She, until recently had an older dog named Lily whom she treated as one of the family. She showed so much love for I couldn't imagine a pet having a more caring owner. A few months ago Kassie got a cat named Sysco whom she plays with and takes care of very well also!”

“Samantha faithfully visited and provided for Mischief every morning on time, and messaged me. She is a lovely person, and I highly recommend her.”

“Jason has been helping us out with our dog for about a year now, and couldn't be more grateful for his services! The communication with Jason was excellent - he promptly responds to my inquiries and provides updates after each walk. It is always reassuring to see how much care and attention he puts into his interactions with our dog - especially given some of her challenges with being a young, energetic deaf 3 year old who requires extra attention. Jason has also dog sat for us on multiple occasions, which always gives us a peace of mind while we're away. We would recommend Jason to anyone who is looking for someone to give their pup some love, attention, and exercise!”

“We booked Steph for drop in kitty care visits while we were away over Christmas. We could not have asked for a better cat sitter!! Steph stayed with our kitty for longer than the 30 minutes daily that we paid for. She sent updates and pictures daily. Litter was scooped, cat was fed, treats and cuddles were given. Steph went out of her way to clean up litter that our cat had kicked all over the floor - she vacuumed and our house looked cleaner when we returned than when we left! I am so happy to have found a cat sitter in the city I can trust. I will be rebooking with Steph.”

“Sylvie is AMAZING with our Border Collie X Lab Zappa. He always comes back from his walks so happy tail wagging and tongue dropping. Her demeanor is always pleasant and she is always responsible with picking up the poops. She will take Zappa on various trails around our house so he gets new sights to see and new smells to sniff. 10/10 best dog walker we have had :) She takes slot of pride in giving him the best W A L K and always has fun herself. :)”

About: I’ve grown up with all kinds of animals, basically since day one. I’ve cared for family and friends’ dogs, cats, and small animals of all types and ages! I am currently a student working part-time, and I spend most of my time at home with my own cat. My balance of school and work has left me with a little spare time on my hands, which is of course devoted to my kitty for now! Experience with both pet sitting and babysitting has given me experience with caring for a live dependent in someone else’s home. I am flexible to heed any instruction and preferences that the owner has, whether watching the pet in their home or my own.

About: I’ve had dogs for 20+ years, while I lived with my parents we fostered Australian shepherds and in 2015 I adopted one of our fosters. Her name is Olive. As well I have a cat and his name is Korin. I love having animals at home with our kids. I’m currently on maternity leave so my schedule is quite flexible. My son starts school from 8-12 so anything outside drop off and pick up times are the best for me and the baby I have a lovely fenced in yard for my girl, I love playing with our animals and lots of snuggles are always had in our home.

About: With a lifetime immersed with pets, I am comfortable around both cats and dogs. Whether it be their early weeks to their senior years, I will be there when you can't and care for them the same way I would for my own animal. I will ensure they are being cared for up to your standards and clean up after them if necessary. I have no issue with small or large animals as I grew up and cared for two gentle giants. I'm very familiar with all stages of animal life, from the puppy/kitty stage to their last years. I am currently a university student who is not working, which means I have plenty of free time. My university schedule is very flexible considering I am completely online. I am frequently having appointments, and I reflex that as best I can on Rover. Please let me know if you need care on a day I am unavailable and I can see what we can do! Please let me know if there is anything specific that your pet needs. From inside to outside the house, I will care for your pet and make sure they are safe. Depending on how you do things, I will take care of your pets how you'd like.

“I was hesitant to hire someone I didn't know to care for our cats, especially because one is diabetic and requires insulin injections. Kathryn put my mind at ease and made sure they were well taken care of and happy! i would definitely hire her again.”

“I have known Felipe for 10 years when he came to stay one year with us as an international exchange student to study his grade 12 year. We remain in close contact and I consider Felipe to be a good family-like friend. I helped him get a job in Canada. Felipe loves life, loves people and loves animals. He is a most gentle soul. I would highly recommend him as a dog-walker.”

About: I've been professionally pet sitting and dog walking for approximately seven years. References available upon request. Senior care is my specialty! If the snout is grey, they get their way. I'm currently a student who is able to do all of her work from home. I spend my days with my senior Rottweiler and his younger sister, a yellow lab. I am grateful for a flexible schedule that allows me to meet new pups and spend time with them. I have a fully fenced yard and two friendly pups who are excited to make new friends. My two-bedroom apartment allows for a spare bedroom, should your pup need extra space (or a queen size bed to themselves).

“Elliot is one of the most caring and responsible people I know! He loves on our pup Beau, and I know he will love on yours too! With his paramedic background, you can be assured that your pet is safe and cared for when not in your hands. Elliot loves to stay active, so he will be the perfect fit for keeping your pup stimulated and out of trouble.”