FAQs
Explore the answers to common questions below and embark on a worry-free journey knowing that your pets are in capable and caring hands. If you don't find the information you're looking for, feel free to reach out to me for personalized assistance. Your pets' well-being is my top priority, and I'm here to address any concerns you may have.
Why choose an at-home pet sitter?
“Pet sitters do much more than provide a pet with food and water while their guardian is away from home.” A good pet sitter also spends quality time with the animal, gives them exercise and knows how to tell if they need veterinary attention. What's more, pet sitters typically offer additional services, such as taking in mail and newspapers and watering plants. But, just because someone calls themselves a pet sitter doesn't mean they're qualified to do the job.” www.humanesociety.org
Additionally, The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters has outlined below several benefits of using a professional in-home pet sitter on their website (www.petsitters.org).
“Using a professional pet sitter reaps benefits for both pets and pet parents. Once you experience professional pet care in your home, you'll never worry about being away from your pet again.”
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Benefits For Pets:
Staying at home in his/her safe, secure environment
Being surrounded by familiar sights, smells and sounds
Following his/her regular diet and exercise routine
Having play time
Receiving love and personal attention
Maintaining medical treatment, when required
Having someone responsible in case of an emergency
Eliminating the trauma of travel or an unfamiliar environment
Helping to ensure good health (no exposure to other animals' illness or parasites)
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Benefits For Pet Parents:
Knowing that your pet is in caring, loving hands
Having the confidence that the pet sitter can deal with other issues - such as grooming, vet visits
Eliminating the trauma of having to transport and leave your pet
Not having to impose on family, friends or neighbors
Feeling your home is more secure (with someone going in and out several times a day)
Not all pet sitters are created equal, nor are they all professional. In hiring a pet sitter, it is important to make sure you have chosen the right person to care for your beloved animal.
What is included in an at-home visit?
Our at-home visits include feedings, fresh water, medications, potty breaks and/or litter box cleaning and play time. In addition, we can bring in your mail, newspapers, and packages. We also stay in touch with you via our pet sitting portal. We leave a daily log of notes on each visit to let you know in detail how things are going.
What is included in a dog walk?
Our fun walks include a positive time for your pet. Your dog will get great exercise and potty time. Walking with us is fun, positive, and happy! Fresh water and treats are also included.
*Walks are provided for leash-trained dogs only. Dogs who are leash-reactive/aggressive or pull excessively are not candidates for our services. We suggest you work with a trainer first.
Do you offer other critter care?
We also offer care for other critters at your home. Ask us for a quote!
Some other animals we care for include:
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- Farm Animals
- Crabs
- Fish
- Turtles
- Bearded Dragons
- Geckos
- Hamsters
- Guinea Pigs
- Rats
- Chickens
- Ferrets
- Birds
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Ask us and we will let you know if we offer care for a particular critter you have.
Are you bonded and insured?
I am fully insured. However, I do not feel the need to be bonded, as I don’t have employees at this time.
How are services scheduled?
Prior to accepting new clients, I start with a Meet and Greet. This is a free service that I provide for all my clients. We will schedule a time for me to come to your home, so that we all can get to know each other better. I want you and your pet to feel totally comfortable with me as your pet sitter.
If you would like to schedule my services after our Meet and Greet, you will be required to complete paperwork for you and your pet. At that time, we will get you set-up in my pet sitting software and start scheduling your services. Anytime you need services in the future, you can request dates and times through the Time to Pet portal. This assures you get the dates and times you need for your pet(s). All requests have to be approved or denied by me, and you will receive a confirmation of your service schedule.