Dogs
Dog walking & pet sitting for busy families
– Since 2018 –
Dee’s Pet Care Services
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Dog Hiking
I’ll pick up your dog for a proper outdoor adventure and drop them off ready to nap. Choose between small-group social hikes or solo hikes. -
Pet Sitting
I’ll stay over at your place, either just overnight or for longer stretches. Your pets will be entertained and safe, and your home won’t be empty. -
Home Visits
I’ll check in on your pets and take your dog out for a potty break or a neighbourhood walk. Perfect for busy or working moms ‘n dads!
Your pet’s in safe paws
Jacky Dee here! I’m a loving mom to Zoe The Adventure Dog and the proud owner/operator of Nanaimo’s Dee’s Dogs.
I’ve been hiking with and taking care of animals for as long as I can remember, and since Dee’s Dogs started in 2018 I have been caring for Nanaimo’s canine and small pet community.
I take my profession seriously.
During hikes I fit GPS collars to all dogs, I carry commercial insurance coverage, and am certified in canine first aid.
In other words, your pet’s in safe paws with me!
How much do pet care services cost?
Pricing depends on the specific service booked and the length of time you require. Head over to my rates page for a breakdown!
Why Choose Dee’s Dogs?
I take my professional responsibilities very seriously! Here are some of the ways Dee’s Dogs stands out.
Dogsafe first-aid certified
Pet sitting liability insured
Covered by WorkSafeBC
Highly rated
Non-smoker
Bondable
“I look forward to adventuring with your dog!”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you provide treats during your dog services?
Yes! I do carry treats with me, however if your dog has allergies you must provide your own.
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Will you muzzle train my dog?
No. I have very limited experience introducing dogs to muzzles for the first time, so if your dog requires one it is your responsibility to muzzle train.
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Do you carry water on your hikes?
Yes! I carry plenty of water during the hot summer months, and during the very rainy season and winter months I intentionally go to places with fresh drinking water available for the dogs. And I always have one or two large, 64-ounce bottles of water in my vehicle.
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Can you bathe my dog at drop-off after their walk?
No, though I do offer a quick towel dry.
For an additional fee, I can also give your dog a quick hose-down after a really dirty day, so long as your dog is comfortable with it and you have an easily-accessible hose for me to use (which may not be the case during the winter months).
Either way, during our meet and greet I will solidify drop-off instructions to follow if your dog is very dirty from their adventure. For example, I will place them in their kennel, the garage, backyard, or mudroom, etc.
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When pet sitting, do you spend the entire time with my pet?
No, my pet sitting services do not include 24/7 monitoring. When you hire Dee's Dogs for Full Care Pet Sitting, your dog will either:
- Join me for social hikes and be left alone for at least 5 hours during the day; OR
- Not join me for social hikes, and be left alone at home for a typical 8-hour work day (with a check-in between 4pm–6pm)
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Will you walk my dog if I am sick with a contagious illness?
Yes, but only if contact-free pickup is available and your dog's collar any gate/touch surface is sanitized. I will not enter your home or use your leash, but I will pick up and drop off your dog from your secured yard.
