Rest Your Paws Pet Care

04/12/2024

North Bay is currently under a snow squall watch and they are calling for around 15cm of snow, possibly more by tomorrow. Currently scheduled walks for tomorrow may be shortened if weather deteriorates rapidly. We will reach out to you if we are unable to complete a service or need to come later in the day due to road conditions. Please refer to our inclement weather policies on our website and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Lisa.

Stay safe everyone and drive carefully if you are out.

25/10/2024

Does anyone know who this kitty is? Or anyone who is missing this sweet girl? Lisa found her in her backyard this morning. No microchip found. She’s safe and warm inside.

24/10/2024

Yes the temperatures may be cooling but the ticks are still biting! They are especially active as the temperatures start to drop. Make sure to keep up with your pets flea and tick prevention! I pull this one off a client’s dog today!

25/09/2024

I've been enjoying getting to explore some of the parks and trails in the Ottawa with my dog C.J but I definitely can't wait to get home and see all of your pups and critters! I, Lisa, will be back doing walks and visits starting Monday September 30th, 2024 but please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly regarding bookings. You can also still send in walk and visit requests via PetPocketBook!

26/08/2024

Hello everyone! We wanted to inform everyone that Lisa will be out of town for a live-in booking from September 13th to September 30th, 2024 and will be unavailable for bookings. No further live in services will be scheduled for while Lisa is away however, a limited amount of check in and/or dog walking bookings will be available during this time. If you are anticipating a need for services during these dates please send in your request as soon as possible as we will not be accepting any further requests as of September 5th, 2024.
Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns!
Thank you all for your continued support

16/08/2024

We have been notified of a possible blue-green algal bloom in Lake Nipissing along the waterfront of the City of North Bay. This notification comes following previous confirmation by the North Bay District of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks of a blue-green algal bloom in Lake Nipissing, in Callander Bay on July 25. Some types of blue-green algae can produce toxins. For more info, please visit the link below to learn how you can spot it and protect yourself:https://www.myhealthunit.ca/Cyanobacteria-(Blue-Green-Algae)-FAQ---English.pdf

17/06/2024

Hello everyone! It's that time of the year again.

Environment Canada has issued a Heat Warning for our region for the next few days. Temperatures are going going to be 26c to 31c but feel like 29c to 39c. For our walkers' safety as well as the safety of the pets in our care ALL walks will be shortened. If you wish to cancel your dog's walk due to the heat please reach out to Lisa. There will be no cancellation fee for walks canceled due to the heat.
Stay hydrated and cool and remember, never leave your pet unattended in a car in the summer.

23/04/2024

Lisa is back from vacation and has just gotten through the emails and texts that came through while she was away. If you sent an email or text and haven't heard back from Lisa yet please send it again as it may have gotten lost in the void.

11/04/2024

Hello everyone! Lisa is now officially on vacation and will not be responding to e-mails or texts until after she returns on April 22nd, 2024. If you are a current client inquiring about a scheduled booking please reach out through PetPocketBook so Bryan and Amanda can see your message. Please note that we are not accepting bookings while Lisa is away.

05/04/2024

Please read the photo caption for some information about the eclipse and pets from a veterinary hospital.

Also, since we've had a few people ask, we will be operating as normal, while remaining extra aware of people who may be driving while distracted. If you are concerned about your dog going out for a walk during the eclipse please message Lisa to cancel or reschedule to a short p*e break and inside playtime.

Hello friends!

The total solar eclipse is just around the corner, and just about everyone is ready to see the once in a lifetime event. We are seeing some mixed information about pet/wildlife safety.

Contrary to what some may read, the sun itself is not any more dangerous during the eclipse. The reason protective eye wear is recommended for humans (who wish to observe the eclipse) is because many of us will be staring directly at the sun that day, which is something we typically avoid.

For our pets, and outdoor wildlife, that day will be similar to any other day. Our pets don’t stare at the sun, so there is no need to keep them indoors on April 08 for any extended period of time. They may notice the change in temperature, but it is unlikely they will exhibit any unusual behaviour.

The eclipse can be more unsettling for birds. The dimming of the sky can mimic behaviour at dusk and during early storm formation, so some birds may demonstrate a wind-down behaviour and there may be less activity in the sky during the peak eclipse. Once the sky returns to normal, so does their behaviour.

If you are purchasing eclipse glasses, please make sure they meet these criteria. For additional information about the eclipse please see:
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/

For a list of approved solar-viewing goggles please see:

https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/viewers-filters

It is not safe to watch the eclipse through the lens of your smartphone - it can damage both your phone camera and your eyes. Try this instead:

https://www.safeshot-viewer.com

Safe watching our friends!
Dr Renee Fleming

27/03/2024

Since we are now 2 weeks out I figured I should give a reminder that I, Lisa, will be away on vacation from April 11th to April 22nd, 2024. If you are anticipating needing dog walking or cat check in services during these dates please send in your requests ASAP as we will not be accepting anymore requests after April 5th, 2024 until after I'm back. Please note that we are not accepting any overnight care service requests for while I'm gone. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns! Thank you all for your continued support!

06/03/2024

Don't want your neighbors to see your dirty little secret? 💩💩💩

No worries, I've got you covered.... your secret is safe with me. 🤣

I anticipate being in full cleanup mode Easter weekend (March 29th - April 1st)
This could change if we don't get snow this weekend.

I do recognize that some yards may be ready sooner ....so if your yard is snow free and relatively dry, please reach out.

Happy "almost" Spring 🌼

02/03/2024

As mentioned in the newsletter sent out last month, Lisa is going to be going away in April for a much-needed vacation. Dates are now confirmed and she will be away from April 11th to April 22nd, 2024. No live-in services will be scheduled for when Lisa is away however, we will still be accepting a limited amount of check-in and walk bookings as Bryan and Amanda will be available to cover these requests. If you are expecting to need services during these dates please send in your requests as soon as possible!

01/03/2024

Reminder! Our new prices go into effect for ALL clients today. Thank you all for your continued support!

27/02/2024

Hello everyone! We are cancelling or doing p*e quick p*e breaks and inside playtime instead walks today due to the inclement weather! It’s not safe for our team or your dogs today! Walks tomorrow and Thursday may be cancelled, rescheduled or modified due to the weather warning with possibitly of a flash freeze. Lisa will be reaching out to clients with walks that may be impacted. Please contact Lisa if you have any questions or concerns!

13/02/2024

Attention everyone! Please see below our new pricing for services. For current clients, these prices will take effect on March 1st, 2024.

Dog walks/check-in services
15 min - $17
30 min - $22
45 min - $27
60 min - $32

Pet Sitting Services
15 min cat visit - $12
30 min cat visit - $17
60 min cat visit - $27

Basic Overnight Check-in Pet Sitting - $55/day
Premium Overnight Check-in Pet Sitting - $65/day
Live-in Pet Sitting - $100/day

*Additional fees may apply for multi-pet households
*Additional fees apply for households 10km outside of North Bay

11/02/2024

Our latest newsletter was finally sent out last night! (I know, I've been saying I was going to send one since the beginning of January 😅 ) Please check your e-mails as there are some pretty important updates mentioned regarding prices and availability! As always, please reach out to Lisa if you have any questions or concerns.

Hello to all of our wonderful clients and their pets! Where did 2023 go? We welcomed more than 30 new pet families last year and we want to thank you all for the continued support! We are overdue for an update since it’s been over a year since we sent you all an update! Please continue reading for...