Why hire a pet sitter?

At-home pet care keeps the pet in its
familiar environment, eliminating the trauma
of transportation to a kennel and minimizes exposure to illnesses from other animals.

Pets are more comfortable with their
regular diet and exercise routine as well
as the personal attention and love provided
by a professional pet sitter.

How can I use a pet sitter's services most effectively?

If you haven't used the services of a pet sitter before, you'll want to make an appointment ahead of time
to meet with the sitter and allow your pet(s) to get acquainted with the person who will be taking care
of them in your absence.

At this meeting, you can go over the routines and needs that your pet has so there will be a minimum of change to their normal schedule. Information about the veterinarian you use and any medications will be recorded.

Plan Ahead

Prepare Your Home Before You Leave

• Leave everything needed for the care of your pet in one general area so the sitter doesn't
  have to search for leashes, food cans, and especially medicine.
• Leave food and water bowls out for your pet's use before you leave.
• Leave your vet's phone number in case of emergency.
• Inform neighbors who may be looking out for your property that a pet sitter will be making
  visits to your home.

Communication

• Leave a telephone number where you can be contacted in case of emergency.
• If you find you will be returning earlier or later than expected, call to inform your pet sitter as soon as possible.
• If other people might also be checking on your pet or house, let them and the sitter know who is responsible for what and when they may be in the house.
• Leave a list of numbers that may be helpful to a sitter in any emergency: vet, electrician, plumber, maid service, yard or pool maintenance, etc.
• Tell your sitter where you keep items like the vacuum cleaner, mop, broom, dustpan, trash bags, etc. in case of spills.
• Make sure the sitter knows the location of your fuse box or circuit breaker and where to find new fuses.