We generally accept cats, some dogs and other small pets. Please contact us in advance if you intend to bring a pet.

There is a cleaning charge for guests who wish to bring their pets with them to the Suites. These include any sized cat or dog--check with us for other pets! Your pet must be housetrained and clean. If possible, we would like to see the Vet papers, your dog license and know which flea program your dog is on (if applicable). Certified Assistance dogs are excluded from this charge.

The charge is $50 for the first month and $25 for each month after that.

What are the charges for?

  • Extra cleaning—We find rooms that have been occupied by pets require more cleaning due to possible allergies of other guests, pets shedding hair, etc.

  • Wear—We find that pets cause extra wear on floors, furniture, etc.

Pet Facilities at James Bay 1907:

  • Large fenced garden behind the house where dogs can run around off-leash while supervised. There is seating on the sundeck.

  • We are 3 blocks from the beach and a park where dogs can roam free. The off-leash area in the park is only 500 metres away from the Suites. Please click on the City of Victoria link for FAQs about dogs in public parks: www.victoria.ca/dogs/qstns.shtml

  • Large water dish and food dish in each Suite upon request.

While at the Suites:

  • Please be considerate of other guests and keep noise to a minimum.

  • Dogs must be on a lease in common areas except when in the back garden.

  • Please clean up any mess that your pet creates. Victoria has a poop and scoop bylaw so you'll need to clean up after your pet.

  • We ask that you not allow your pets on the bed.

  • Dogs must not be left unattended in the Suites.

Please note that guests may be asked to make alternate arrangements for their pet if it becomes a nuisance to other guests.

Here is a brief list of nearby kennels, day cares and veterinarians plus a list of dog friendly walks:

Daycare:

Grooming:

  • Barking Lot Dog Spa Ltd. – #103-1841 Oak Bay Avenue 592-2322

  • Suds N Scissors – 1591 Earle Place 598-5220

    • They will pick up and deliver your dog.

Shops:

  • Pet Cetera – #10A-3170 Tillicum Road 380-7990 www.petcetera.ca

    • All your needs rolled into one shop—vet clinic, grooming centre, daycare, photo centre, etc.

  • Woofles Barking Boutique – #106-560 Johnson Street (at Market Square) 385-9663 www.wooflesboutique.com

    • Pet accessories boutique.  We also carry pet food and make human-grade pet treats.

Veterinarians:

  • Kindred Spirits Veterinary – 1248 Fort Street 380-9611 (Highly recommended!)

  • Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital – 760 Roderick Street 475-2495

  • Hillside Veterinary Hospital –1700 Kings Road 598-4477

Walking Services: