About Sylvie
Pet mom. Pet nanny. Furbabies’ favourite auntie.
I’ve always been a pet mom, not a pet owner.
Animals have been part of my life for as long as I can remember, and caring for them has always felt less like a job and more like something I naturally do.
After years of caring for my own animals and helping friends and family with theirs, I eventually realized that this was the work I wanted to do.
How I Got Here
After decades in the corporate world, I found myself looking for something different. When I was laid off in my mid-fifties, I decided it was time to stop looking for another job and start building the work I actually wanted to do.
That led to Sylvie The Pet Nanny.
I’m not trying to build a high-volume pet-care business. I’d rather care for fewer pets and have the time to really get to know them — their personalities, their routines, their quirks and the little things that make them who they are.
Because when your pet is in my care, I want them to feel like they’re spending time with someone they know and trust.
I Pay Attention
Good pet care isn’t just about food, water and walks.
I pay attention to body language, behaviour, routines and those little changes that can tell you something isn’t quite right. I want to understand what makes a pet comfortable, what makes them nervous, what they enjoy and what they need from me that day.
Every pet has their own personality and their own way of communicating.
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to good care.
My job is to pay attention and meet them where they are.
Experience You Can Trust
I bring more than 35 years of hands-on animal care experience to my work, along with Dog First Aid certification. I also bring decades of experience working with people.
Over the years, I’ve cared for pets with all kinds of personalities and needs — including seniors, anxious or timid pets, pets with medical or mobility challenges, and animals who simply need a little more patience and understanding.
I’ve also experienced some of the harder parts of being a pet parent. My own dogs have faced serious health challenges, anxiety and other needs that required extra care and attention.
Those experiences have shaped the way I care for other people’s pets.
More Than Pet Care
One of the things I value most about this work is the relationship I build with both pets and their people.
I know what it’s like to leave your pet behind and wonder how they’re doing. That’s why communication matters to me. Photos, updates and knowing that someone is genuinely paying attention can make all the difference when you’re away.
My goal is simple:
Loving care for your pets. Peace of mind for you.
A Few Things About Me
I’m a pet mom, a dog person, a cat person — really, I’m an animal person.
I’m also a proud lover of mutts. In my house, we call them Pure Bred Bittas. (Bitta this, bitta that…)
When I’m not looking after someone’s furbaby, you might find me tinkering with computers, getting far too excited about a good keyboard thock, knitting, gaming, or playing Gloomhaven.
I go by many titles — pet mom, pet nanny, chauffeur, companion and more. But the one I love most is my baby’s favourite auntie.
Let’s Connect
Whether you’re ready to arrange a Care Meet & Greet or you’re simply wondering how it all works, I’m here to help. If you’ve never hired a pet sitter or nanny before, I’ll walk you through the process, answer your questions and help you figure out what kind of care is right for you and your pets.
Call or text: 825-712-5227
Email: hello@sylviethepetnanny.ca
Cochrane, Alberta · Serving Cochrane and surrounding areas