FAQ About Pet Sitting Services
We all adore our pets and want the best care possible for them when using a pet sitting service. Pet sitting services take care of cats, dogs and several other varieties of pets when you cannot be there. Services are provided right in your own home and take away much of the worry of leaving pets. FAQ can help to provide answers to questions about pet sitting services.
Q: Where do pet sitters care for my pet?
A: Generally, pet sitters take care of your pet at your home. It is a good arrangement because your pet is familiar with his surroundings, scents and his own yard. Although, some pet sitting services take care of pets in their own homes too.
Q: What is the average number of times a pet sitter visits my pet?
A: Healthy cats usually have one visit a day. Dogs with outdoor access such as a doggy door normally get two visits a day and those pets confined to the home get three visits per day.
Q: Do I have to vaccinate my pet in order to use the services of a pet sitter?
A: This is strictly up to each individual pet sitting service. Some services require vaccination and others do not.
Q: Does a pet sitter stay all day or only a short visit?
A: Most sitting arrangements are for short visits of about 20 minutes to check on the pet and let him out. However, you can make special arrangements for longer stays if needed.
Q: What happens during an emergency when my pet needs veterinary assistance?
A: Sitting services take emergency contact numbers when you register for the service including your contact info and your vets number. Often arrangements have already been made to authorize veterinary bills in advances should an emergency arise.
Q: Can pet sitters dispense medication to my dog or cat?
A: Yes. You provide the medication and clear instructions for dispensing and how frequently.
Q: Do pet sitters only work Monday through Friday?
A: Normally, they are available for pet sitting seven days a week. Several services also cover holidays. This usually requires advance notice and costs more.
Q: Is it okay to have a neighbor visit and care for my pet and the pet service too?
A: Most pet sitting services do not allow this type of arrangement. This can cause confusion about who is responsible for feeding, medication and other important matters.