Pet Sitters - Choosing the Right One

Executive summary about Pet Sitters by Allen Jesson

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Pet sitters provide extraordinary care and will lessen the stress to you while providing your dog with freedom.

Advantages of using pet sitters

Less stress to your pet as the animal will be cared for in their own home and own surroundings. A pet sitter will travel to your home to care for your pet this means there will be no travel trauma as he/she will not need to be transported anywhere.

Most kennels will require specific vaccinations to allow any animal to board there, pet sitters are less restrictive in this area.

Tips On Choosing A Pet Sitter

• I would recommend that you ask friends and family if they can make any recommendations so you know the pet sitter has a good reputation.

• Arrange a meeting with in your home with each pet sitter. Watch how they interact with your pet and see if you can sense that your pet actually likes this person.

• Make the pet sitter aware of any health problems your pet has and let them know what your pet enjoys, a reliable pet sitter will take notes as you provide them with this information.

• Make sure you ask for a copy of their contract this will provide you with exactly what you can expect from this person as well as their rates of pay.

• Prepare detailed instructions. Include all your contact phone numbers including one of a friend in case you are unreachable in an emergency.

• Being armed with the right questions will help you choose the perfect match for you pet leaving you stress free and you pet happy.

Have Your Own Business As Pet Sitters

Executive summary about Pet Sitters by Susan Wong

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Pet sitting can be a rewarding job but can also be tiring. If you are interested in making your own business as a pet sitter, here are answers to most frequently Asked Questions about this career.

1. What does a pet sitter do?

Pet sitters care for your pet just as a baby sitter cares for your children. With pet sitters, your pet will be allowed to stay in its own environment without the stress of travel or new accommodations.

2. What does a pet sitter cost?

You can expect to pay at least $15-25 for a daily visit of 30 minutes - possibly more if you require the sitter to walk your dog. Usually the cost for multiple animals is only a few dollars more per animal. If you need the sitter to stay overnight you will probably pay $50 or more. Holiday visits (during the day or overnight) will have an increased rate.

Please note that rates will vary according to region and specialty. Some pet sitters will visit twice a day or include other tasks, such as collecting the mail, with their pet sitting services.

3. How do I find a pet sitter?

You may find a pet sitter listing in your phone book or online.

4. What do I have to do to become a pet sitter?

It depends on where you live you may have to have a business license to operate a pet sitting business. While you do not need experience to start your own business you will need to research businesses in the area and talk to groomers, vets and others about the market. It is important to be organized and take your business seriously - others are depending on you. Use contracts to establish the tasks and costs agreed to and keep paperwork and schedules organized.

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