Roving K9 Kare

08/01/2024

We are CLOSED this upcoming
⛱️ MONDAY AUGUST 5TH ☀️
to enjoy the Long Weekend!

Back to business on Tuesday August 6th, see you then! 😎

07/26/2024

She might be classified as a "mini" but her personality couldn't be bigger! Happy birthday to this s***ky ball of fur that we love so much! 🥳🎁💜

07/25/2024

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The TNRD is pleased to confirm that an emergency animal shelter has been set up in Kamloops thanks to CDART: Central BC, City of Kamloops - Municipal Government ESS Services, and Kamloops-Thompson School District 73.

CDART is a registered charity that is devoted to animal disaster response. CDART volunteers are on site, at the shelter, 24 hours every day. This service is specifically for animals from evacuated areas.

The emergency animal shelter is located at Parkcrest Elementary School, 2170 Parkcrest Avenue, Kamloops, B.C. Shelter hours are 8 am to 8 pm. For more info please call (778.227.0407) or email [email protected].

We encourage owners to come and go from the shelter at those times and owners are encouraged to interact with their animals.

CDART can provide:
- around the clock care for your animals
- care during the day if you can keep your animals with you at night
- care at night if you can keep your animals with you during the day
- food or other supplies for your animals
- veterinary care or supplies for your animals

How you can help:
- monetary donations via CanadaHelps
- volunteer your time – walking dogs, cleaning cages, washing bedding, etc.

For more information on CDART and its programs, please visit: https://www.cdart.org/

07/25/2024

Some recent pics of some dogs enjoying the last few weeks! We hope everyone is staying safe from the heat and the wildfires ❤️‍🩹

***This and the following Thursday & Friday (July 25/26 and Aug 1/2) we will NOT have availability for WALK IN NAIL TRIMS etc and Add-on Nail Trims for pre booked daycare dog spots will be limited (again, on those select dates only) and may be moved to your next visit if needed.

Thank you for your understanding and enjoy the rest of your week! 🐾

07/24/2024

An absolutely beauuuutiful beach ready boy after a visit to Vicky's grooming room today! 🤩

We probably could have told his owners that we accidentally shrunk him as the Groomer's own dog is a little mini version of this guy so we had double the cute today! 🤭

07/08/2024

How to handle a HEAT STROKE emergency with your dog this summer just in case! Please keep those pups safe and cool during the heatwave!
❤️‍🩹

Dogs do not have the ability to sweat like us in order to cool themselves down (they can slightly sweat from the glands in their paw pads) and rely on panting in order to expel excess heat.

It's our job as owners to be on top of signs of heat stroke (hyperthermia) in our dogs when being active in the sun and high temperatures. Here in BC our summers can reach upwards of 35C+ and during these times you need to be extra cautious of this condition as it can be fatal if not treated properly.

The STARTING signs of Heat Stroke include (start cooling your dog immediately)
🔥Excessive panting with stressed expression
🔥Excessive drooling
🔥Gums (mucous membranes) are bright red
🔥Increased heart rate

Progressing Symptoms include (seek Veterinary help immediately)
🔥Disorientation
🔥Rectal Temperature above 40.6C (105F)
🔥Collapsing
🔥White/Pale gums (indicator of going into or being in shock)
🔥Vomiting and/or Diarrhea

The final stages of heat stroke if left untreated are coma and stopping breathing (begin CPR and transport to Vet immediately)

🚨 WHAT TO DO IN THIS EMERGENCY 🚨
1. Move your dog into a shaded area or more ideal and air conditioned home or vehicle.

2. Place your dog in a cool tub of water or run cool water over him. Use the hose if you are outside. DO NOT use ice water.

3. Apply a cool source (frozen vegetables or an ice pack) on your dog's head to lower heat in their brain.

4. Do not limit drinking water. Encourage your dog to drink cool (again not icy) water.

5. Gently massage their limbs in order to help circulation and minimize effects of shock.

6. Take temp every 5 minutes. If it is not going down as you try these methods, immediately get them to a Vet. Checking every 5 minutes is crucial to ensure 1) your methods are working and 2) to ensure you do not send them into HYPOthermia from being in cold water for too long etc.

7. If cooling methods ARE working and the re**al temperature is going down, monitor closely for the next 24hrs - but please still arrange a Vet visit. Ensure your dog is staying adequately hydrated!

Please ensure your dog isn't over doing it in the sun for long periods, is taking adequate breaks (also from playing in the water!) and has access to either air conditioning or shaded areas and fresh drinking water. Also remember to check surfaces before walking your dog to avoid paw burns.

Always keep your vet clinics number handy and remember in Kamloops we have access to the new 24/7 Phases Emergency Vet Clinic
PHONE / 236-766-0450
ADDRESS / 1350 Summit Drive
Kamloops, BC, V2C1T8

❤️‍🩹 PLEASE keep your dog cool and safe during this heat wave!

- Chayse / Canine Health Canada First-aid Instructor

06/26/2024

We**ie Wednesday!
🌭💙😁

06/24/2024

Happy Mutt-Butt Monday! 🐕☀️

REMINDER we are CLOSED this upcoming Monday July 1st to enjoy the long weekend!

Don't forget to get your Daycare and/or Grooming requests in for summer ASAP as we are filling up quick! 🐾

06/04/2024

Due to some technology delays we missed posting these two MOST HANDSOME gentlemen who both celebrated their ONE YEAR birthdays with us in the final week in May! 💙🎀🎉

To know EITHER of them is to know it's a party every second of every day but especially when they are here on the same day! 🤩

05/28/2024

Just some adorable pups to brighten up your Monday! 🥰

05/14/2024

Reminder that we will be CLOSED this upcoming MONDAY MAY 20th to enjoy the long weekend! ☀️🐾

We will be back open on Tuesday May 21st at our regular hours (630-630 M-F) 😊

We hope everyone has fabulous plans for the weekend and have some fun in the sun with your pups! Keep them hydrated and ensure they take routine breaks from the heat and playing in the water!

Here is an article on how to prevent and what to do if your dog is suffering from Heat Stroke by our staff member and canine first aid trainer Chayse of Woofer Wellness that everyone should refresh themselves on before taking their dogs out this summer! ❤️‍🩹

https://www.wooferwellness.com/post/copy-of-heat-stroke-signs-what-to-do

05/11/2024

Hello Friends! 🐾

We continue to be INCREDIBLY busy heading into summer 🌞

A few reminders that we are NOT accepting new dogs for daycare OR grooming as we are booking very far in advance (July and onward already!!!!) and are taking a pause on new dogs to accommodate our many wonderful existing clients. We❗HIGHLY❗ suggest booking your grooming appointments or play days well ahead and it's best to get in the habit of booking the next as you leave your appointment to avoid delay in coming back!

We appreciate every single person that shows kindness and understanding to our hard working staff and Groomers as we do our absolute best to accommodate yours and your dog's needs and requests while we are experiencing an extremely extra high level of demand this year.

To kick off a great weekend, please enjoy what I refer to as the "Bucket Series" of photos....what started as a joke of a little funny guy choosing to sit in a container over a cozy bed, the majority of the dogs actually have turned out to be obsessed with these bins and so we keep adding them and find a new dog enjoying a nap each day 😂

Our days are hard. Our days are long. This week was a tough one but at the end of the days we get to be overwhelmingly busy with amazing dogs like these so....things are always pretty great around this place 🥰🐶

05/08/2024

Happy (belated) ⭐TENTH⭐ birthday to this handsome special boy! 💙

04/30/2024

Another celebration today! 🎉

Happy birthday to this s***ky sweet girl, it's been a party every time we see you since you started coming! Thanks for spending some of your special day with us! 💝

04/25/2024

You know that feeling when you have siblings growing up and some had to share birthdays with our brother or sisters?

Here is that moment being felt in live action as these two sisters realize they ARE BOTH ONE YEAR OLD TODAY!!!! 🎉❤️❤️😂

They are full sisters but they both live in different extremely loving homes but they LOVE to get together here at Roving K9 to catch up! 💕

04/17/2024

🐕🐩🎉🐾💙😁

04/05/2024

We hope everyone has a great weekend with their pups! 🐾

Here's a few pictures over the last week with a few of the fun doggos we spend our days with 💙

03/31/2024

We are looking for another GREAT and PASSIONATE Dog Groomer to join our team at Roving K9 Kare! 🐩✂️🫧 (Kamloops, BC)

Our best fit would be someone that has
- Minimum 2 years experience as a certified Dog Groomer.
- Full time availability. We are open Monday-Friday!
- Ability to work independently but also enjoy working alongside our other fantastic groomers and staff!
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced and busy environment in our busy dog daycare and grooming facility.

And most importantly, loves making dogs of all breeds and sizes feel their best and enjoys a challenge! 💙

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! 😊

Resumes may be sent to [email protected]

03/29/2024

A fabulous before and after! ✨
All ready to show herself off for Easter Weekend and her SMILE says it all! 🩷🥹🎀

Happy Easter Everyone! Reminder we are closed today (Friday) and this upcoming Monday Apr.1st and will see everyone back on Tuesday for more spring time fun! 🐾🌷🌼🌸🐶

*currently not accepting new clients at this time*

03/25/2024

Happiest of Birthdays to the Queen herself 👑
She is a very special little girl with a the biggest personality and we love everything about you 🤩💜🎉

And yes....that is her own personal flower dress. 🌸

03/25/2024

HAPPY UPCOMING EASTER EVERYONE!
🐇🩷

We will be CLOSED this
FRIDAY MARCH 29th &
MONDAY APRIL 1st to enjoy the long weekend!

We will be back to normal operating hours (630-630 M-F) on Tuesday April 2nd to welcome spring officially! 🌷🐾

*We are experiencing more volume in calls/inquiries than usual right now so we appreciate your patience with us at this time getting back to anyone! Thank you! 😊

03/08/2024

We are no longer accepting NEW dogs for grooming as of March 2024!

For *existing clients* we are booking up into APRIL/MAY or longer for LARGE breeds (especially DOODLES!!!!) and about 2-4 weeks for smaller dogs at this time.

If you have not booked your dog you bring to us that's due for a groom please call us ASAP to get on our ongoing waitlist and we will do our best to bring you in sooner off a cancellation 😊

Spring is one of the absolute busiest times of year for our hard working groomers and we will no longer be accepting new dogs so we can accommodate our wonderful clients we are already servicing! We appreciate everyone's understanding doing our best to fit you all in! ❤️

New dogs hoping to come for a grooming with us in the future, you are always welcome to call to be added to a new dog waitlist as well!

☎️ 250-374-5273

Thank you! 😊

03/05/2024

A very happy Tail-wags Tuesday from these two brothers! (who ironically don't have tails 😂)

Reminder we are back to our normal operating hours after last week 630-630 Mon-Fri 🐾

We have very limited space for all services right now so please book your Spring grooming or Daycare visits ASAP!

02/26/2024

This week we are closed at 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and CLOSED on Friday March 1st!

*we are opening at certain times for a number of pre-booked grooming appointments, however the door will be locked for anything else on Friday.

Walk in services such as nail trims will resume NEXT week on the 4th. Thank you!

🐶🐾⭐

02/16/2024

We hope everyone gets some rest (like these two....for about 20 seconds 😜) during the Long Weekend!!

‼️Important Reminders for the upcoming next two weeks‼️

We are CLOSED this upcoming Monday Feb 19th for the long weekend. We will also be closed on Friday March 1st (except for a few select pre-booked grooming appointments).

HOURS OF OPERATION DURING FEB 20-29TH WILL BE
❗630am to 530pm❗

We are FULL for both grooming and dog daycare services until the first week March at this time.

⭐ There will be NO walk in services such as nail trims OR daycare drop offs that are not pre-booked ahead of time available during this period.

To get your dog on the WAITLIST during these dates (Feb 20-29) please let us know ASAP via 250-374-5273 or your ProPet account.

We apologize for any inconveniences and thank you for your understanding from the entire Roving K9 Kare Team 🐾

02/15/2024

Happy Valentine's Day from Roving K9 Kare! 💘

We felt a bit ambitious today and went for a elegant group shot complete with personal bows for everyone 🎀...and the sheer chaos was absolutely worth the results! 😍😂

If we didn't see your pup today give them extra
💙LOVE💙 from us! 🐾

02/12/2024

Happy FOURTH birthday to the sweetest little pug that is never short on the sass or s***k! Every visit with you is a party...or should we say Rodeo? 😉🎉⭐💜

02/12/2024

‼️IMPORTANT NOTICE‼️

HOURS OF OPERATION DURING
FEB 20-29TH WILL BE
***630am to 530pm***

We are FULL for both grooming and dog daycare services during Feb.20-29th!

There will be no walk in services such as nail trims OR daycare drop offs that are not pre-booked ahead of time available during this period.

To get your dog on the WAITLIST for grooming or daycare during these dates (Feb 20-29) please let us know ASAP via 250-374-5273 or your ProPet account.

We apologize for any inconveniences and thank you for your understanding from the entire Roving K9 Kare Team 🐾

02/07/2024

Did you know that we also offer grooming services for Bear Cubs??!! 🐻

These two beautiful girls are an extra floofy breed we don't see often in our area but if you want to take a guess, they are known for having naturally purple tongues!

They also appear to shrink when wet! 😂💜