Leaving your pets in someone else’s hands is scary. Especially the first time you have to do it. I completely understand! It is very important to interview candidates for this rewarding and important job. Especially with dogs (because as a rule, cats and fish need less attention). You will know immediately when that person walks in if they are the right fit for Fido, trust your dog’s judgment! That is not to say that candidate isn’t highly qualified or won’t do their very best to care for your baby, it just means your pup may not have the relaxed calm experience of staying home without you as they possibly can! There are many great pet sitters our there, find the one that your pet falls in love with. Below is an excerpt I found on picking the right sitter, steps you can take to make the process easier, etc.
Excerpt from https://www.themorningsun.com/2021/08/08/tips-for-how-to-find-a-trustworthy-pet-sitter/
Pet sitters can address pets’ needs while their owners are away. But finding one that will care for a pet like he or she is a member of the family can take some time and effort. Hill’s Pet Nutrition suggests beginning the process of finding a pet sitter by making a list of needs. Considerations to include are whether the pet sitter should be in one’s home or if the pet is to be brought to a pet care facility or a private sitter’s residence. The pet may have particular health care requirements that also need to be addressed, such as a dog who requires insulin shots for diabetes.
While friends and family may be the first choices as pet sitters, there are benefits to using professional pet sitters. A professional sitter is properly trained in the care of many different animals, according to Pet Sitters International. He or she may have a local business license and be insured and bonded. Professional sitters are likely to make the pet a priority more than hobbyists or well-meaning acquaintances because caring for pets is how they earn their livings.
Personal recommendations can be an effective means to finding reliable pet sitters. Pet owners can interview candidates, asking questions about experience with this type of pet, how he or she handles the breed and temperament, and what the plan might be if the pet gets sick or injured while in the pet sitter’s care. Pet sitters provide valuable services when pet owners are away from home. Vetting pet sitters takes a little time, but that effort is well worth it.
Excerpt from https://www.themorningsun.com/2021/08/08/tips-for-how-to-find-a-trustworthy-pet-sitter/
Excerpt from https://www.themorningsun.com/2021/08/08/tips-for-how-to-find-a-trustworthy-pet-sitter/
