8 Reasons To Hire A Pet Sitter
Here are 8 ways a pet sitter can be an asset to you, your pets and your home
1. Pets love routine
When it comes to meals, exercise, waking and sleeping times, keeping close to your pet's normal routine is reassuring while you’re away.
I know a pup who get a treat at the same time every day. When I’m there his inner clock chimes five minutes before and he sits in front of me expectantly: It’s Greenie time.
I know a pup who get a treat at the same time every day. When I’m there his inner clock chimes five minutes before and he sits in front of me expectantly: It’s Greenie time.
2. The comforts of home
Furry family members crave familiar scents — including the scent of you around the house — as well as their toys and special comfort spots. Cats are especially attached to their living space, so going to a kennel is tough on them. And letting both dogs and cats stay home makes adjusting to your leaving easier.
3. Litterbox tidiness and potty breaks
Cats are famously tidy and appreciate a well-maintained litterbox. And dogs are more calm and comfortable when they have regular potty breaks.
4. Animal shenanigans
Bored animals will find a way to entertain themselves and it’s not always the way you want them to. With enough time on their paws they get creative. Any of these sound familiar:
A plant knocked over
A pillow with the stuffing pulled out
The trash bin emptied across the floor
Your pet sitter will shift those impulses to playtime, tummy rubs and dog walks.
A plant knocked over
A pillow with the stuffing pulled out
The trash bin emptied across the floor
Your pet sitter will shift those impulses to playtime, tummy rubs and dog walks.
5. Water and food needs
Your pet care pro will make sure kitty and pooch have plenty of fresh water and their regular meals to keep them happy and nourished.
6. Health concerns
If there’s a known health concern, your pet sitter will monitor that and stay in touch with you about it and any other issue that comes up.
7. The house looks occupied
Your dependable pet sitter deters crime. There’s someone coming and going and using lights, plus mail, papers and packages are brought inside. If there’s a power outage or another surprise, your sitter will let you know and handle things promptly.
8. Loving care
While family is away, caring touch soothes a cat or dog who may need reassurance that all’s well. Pets appreciate loving companionship from their trusty petsitter friend.