Testimonials

One Happy Puppy!

Thank you so much for caring for our puppy while we were away! He was sooo happy to come home but he whined when we left your place, it truly was a home away from home for him. I am so happy I can get away and know he is cared for by such a knowledgeable and caring person. Thank you
Leanna

Winston’s Mom

Thanks again, Margaret, for coming over and helping me to work with Winston. You were very helpful with understanding his behavior and giving me ideas for working with him. Howard was on board too and we both noticed a big difference in just a couple of days. I look forward to seeing how it goes this week with people coming for art classes. I’m feeling very optimistic!
Lori

Happy Hounds

If you want to go on vacation and know your dog is having one too … please give Silverdale Doggy Vacation Lodge a call. They took excellent care of my family’s 3 high maintenance fur babies like they were part of the family and put our minds completely at ease… we came home to happy hounds that didn’t want to leave! Can’t wait to bring them back for another visit
Stephanie

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Oakley – no more separation anxiety

Thanks a bunch for watching Oakley while we were on our Family Vacation! For a dog that has bigtime Separation Anxiety Disorder you would never know it by the way you took care of her! It is a comfort to know she was so well taken care of! Thank you so so very much
Sharron

Bert’s Family

It was nice to leave Bert there for 10 days while we went away and not have to worry about him. Thanks for taking care of Bert so well! It was good to know he was well fed and got exercise, not to mention not even having to think or worry about what he was doing while we were gone! We will definitely be coming back!!! Thanks again!
Tracy

Molly and Russell

Both Molly and Russell must have had an exciting time as they are both sleeping now and it is unusual that they have not come to see if the living room couch is available LOL! I highly recommend SDVL for superb care and their knowledge and understanding of dog behavior. Fabulous care at Silverdale Doggy Vacation Lodge. Thank you Margaret!
Karen

Tango – leash trained & videos!

We loved that our pup Tango was very well taken care of. Margaret posted pics and a video so we could see him while we were on vacation. He went on hikes and went to the lake for swimming and had such fun with the other dogs. I think Tango really didn’t want to leave there to come home! Margaret also helped to train Tango on a leash so he would not tug on while on walks. We will definitely bring Tango back every time we go on vacation.
Sonja

Excellent for Seniors like Jasmine

Our dog Jasmine loved her stay at Margaret’s She had lots of supervised exercise and outdoor activities. Jasmine’s needs as a senior were considered and as a result she was given access to others dogs who did not mind her sleeping all day. Margaret kept in touch with us so we knew Jasmine was enjoying herself and that added to our vacation We will definitely use Margaret’s services in the future
Glenda

Arlie – excellent training, care and attention

We were so pleased with the care, attention and teaching that Arlie received during her recent stay. We were able to really relax and enjoy our own vacation. It is so nice to know that there is such a great place to leave our girl.
Pat

We got daily updates on Gigi and Brandi

Margaret provides a very special service for our much loved furry babies. The nature of the care she provides has actually exceeded my expectations. While I expected utmost care of my Gigi and Brandi, Margaret has left me with an unusual impression. She actually cares about the QUALITY of the work she renders. Uploads, pictures, e-mails, Facebook messages and/or calls came in daily. They were all reassuring and gave me peace of mind while traveling out of BC. Her updates made me smile. I was left with a sense of relief for my end of “the job” when it came to actually FINDING someone worth my while and consideration. I will settle for nothing but the best for my puppies. Margaret is exactly that. The best! My previous search and meeting with other puppy care providers left me stressed, discouraged and even in shock at times. It isn’t JUST about finding someone. “Someone” can always be found. I wanted MORE. I wanted a person that gave me confidence along with a place that felt right. In a way it was like “winging it”, or simply trusting my instincts. Running out of time to settle this matter was draining. In my search I googled and made phone calls like there was no tomorrow. And then the “a- ha” moment. I met Margaret. Yay!! Margaret is a real professional. She is confident and kind. I fail to thank her enough for showing me there are still good, decent, honest people in the world worth trusting and who are truly devoted to providing top notch service. What a rare jewel. Yes, I would bring my little ones back to her care without hesitation. I want to be in her care myself for a sweet change! Last but never least, Margaret pleasantly surprised me with a framed photo of my little ones. Other goodies were included. What an incredible touch of class and finesse! What a special lady! I looooove you, Margaret! And so do Gigi and Brandi! Thank YOU for being SO special!! It is people like YOU that make this world a better place!
Francesqua

Macster and Sam had a great time!

I love SILVERDALE DOGGY VACATION LODGE!!! Our Macster and Sam had such a good time – this I know as they came home and went right to sleep – it’s now several hours since coming home and they are still sleeping!! Love how you kept us up-to-date with pics and videos. Loved, loved, loved your location – may come to stay in the doggy cabin ourselves!! And that you were able to to take our crazy boys on such short notice was a life-saver!! We will be back for sure. Thanks, thanks, thanks, thanks, thanks!!!!!!!!
Jaimie

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