If you want to travel, what to do with your pets can be a big concern. One of the options you may want to consider, especially if you have multiple pets of different species, is a pet sitter.
Pet-sitters are usually more likely to not specialize in any specific animal. Some pet-sitters are also full-service house sitters in that they can take in the mail, water the plants, and take care of some light cleaning and maintenance.
You have many avenues available to finding a favorite pet-sitter including recommendations from friends and co-workers, or via an internet search.
The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters will search for pet sitters in your area.
Growth in the pet care industry in recent years means many communities have professional pet-sitting firms available, but in some areas you may still be forced to rely on individuals who may be full-time caregivers or choose to take care of pets as a part-time option.
There are things to think about whether you'll be hiring a professional or an uncertified person. This is still a job, and you are the boss. Whenever hiring a new employee you will need to conduct a serious interview; first by phone and then meeting them face to face. You should also check their references from previous employers to make sure that this is the right person for the job.
After you locate a a local pet-sitter, you should first confirm that they are comfortable with your type of pet. Some people who will face a pit bull without a second thought are squeamish when it comes to tossing a mouse to a snake. Confirm the type of animals that they are certified or experienced in caring for and only follow-up further with those who you believe can do the job.
Allow the person to interact with your pet to ensure that they are comfortable together. A shy animal might need to get acclimated to a new person. You need to see how a potential sitter handles these issues before leaving them to care for your pets. This step should not be skipped if you feel your pets are calm and carefree. You are not only judging the pet's reaction, but the pet-sitter's as well.
Even after you feel good about a sitter with your pets, you still need to check references. Confirm their references and make sure that the client was satisfied with their service. Try to find someone that is insured.
Pet-sitters are usually more likely to not specialize in any specific animal. Some pet-sitters are also full-service house sitters in that they can take in the mail, water the plants, and take care of some light cleaning and maintenance.
You have many avenues available to finding a favorite pet-sitter including recommendations from friends and co-workers, or via an internet search.
The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters will search for pet sitters in your area.
Growth in the pet care industry in recent years means many communities have professional pet-sitting firms available, but in some areas you may still be forced to rely on individuals who may be full-time caregivers or choose to take care of pets as a part-time option.
There are things to think about whether you'll be hiring a professional or an uncertified person. This is still a job, and you are the boss. Whenever hiring a new employee you will need to conduct a serious interview; first by phone and then meeting them face to face. You should also check their references from previous employers to make sure that this is the right person for the job.
After you locate a a local pet-sitter, you should first confirm that they are comfortable with your type of pet. Some people who will face a pit bull without a second thought are squeamish when it comes to tossing a mouse to a snake. Confirm the type of animals that they are certified or experienced in caring for and only follow-up further with those who you believe can do the job.
Allow the person to interact with your pet to ensure that they are comfortable together. A shy animal might need to get acclimated to a new person. You need to see how a potential sitter handles these issues before leaving them to care for your pets. This step should not be skipped if you feel your pets are calm and carefree. You are not only judging the pet's reaction, but the pet-sitter's as well.
Even after you feel good about a sitter with your pets, you still need to check references. Confirm their references and make sure that the client was satisfied with their service. Try to find someone that is insured.
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