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Country Home. Two loving dogs who love walks and playing. Some

Nanaimo, BC, Canada
  • 2dog

Dates

Shannon
Pet parent

Sitter needed:

24
Jul2025
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07
Aug2025

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Introduction

My husband and I are retired. Me from teaching, he from forest industry. We enjoy golf, hiking and kayaking together. We moved to this rural property after residing in the city for many years. We enjoy the quiet and the beauty of country

Home & location

We live in a rancher, approximately 2100 sq ft. on 1/2 acre. Our house is on a quiet street; about 15 min/ drive from downtown Nanaimo. There are beautiful parks nearby e.g. Hemer Park and Roberts Memorial. We have enjoyed kayaking on

houseHousemountainMountainscountrysideCountrysideNot accessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

Queen

Clothes storage

Wardrobe

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

High-speed

Dedicated workspace

OfficeDesk

Kitchen

Stove

Electric

Oven

Microwave

Coffee maker

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Air conditioning

Heating

CentralFireplace

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Hot tub

Garden

Patio

Outdoor dining area

Barbecue

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming servicesCable / SatelliteDVD / Blu-ray playerStandard TV

Stereo

Safety & Security

Fire alarm

Fire extinguisher

Carbon monoxide alarm

Burglar alarm

First aid kit

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (High-speed)Free off-street parkingHot tubGardenPatio

Responsibilities

We take Hayley and Simon for an hour hike in the park each morning. Hayley usually has a playdate each afternoon with neighbours. We have regular playdates with neighbours and others. Dogs are treated for fleas and ticks but need regular

Meet the pets

  • Hayley

    5 years

  • Simon

    4 years

Sitter reviews (11)

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Victoria

The house-sit was low stress and very enjoyable. We enjoyed walking the two well behaved dogs. The property is fully fenced. The dogs are each well

  • 2dog
Stayed · 05 Aug - 24 Aug 2024
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Emily

We had an enjoyable week caring for these two friendly and well-natured dogs, Hayley and Simon, in Nanaimo on our first time house-sitting here in Canada

  • 2dog
Stayed · 03 Jul - 11 Jul 2024
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Ali

We loved our stay with Hayley and Simon, they were great fun and made our pup Ruby very welcome. Shannon and Dale were wonderful hosts who made us a

  • 2dog
Stayed · 14 May - 24 May 2024
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Maura

This was my second house sit for Shannon & Dale. They are lovely people, good communicators, and their dogs are happy & easy to care for. I was encouraged

  • 2dog
Stayed · 26 Feb - 11 Mar 2024
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Paula

We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Hayley & Simon. They both are full of love and sweet as can be. Shannon and Dale were perfect hosts and gave us full

  • 2dog
Stayed · 19 Jul - 27 Jul 2023

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