What is pet sitting? What does a pet sitter do?

“Pet sitting” is defined as “the act of caring for a pet in its own home while the owner is away.” Dog walking is also a form of pet sitting since it involves coming to the pet’s home to provide exercise and companionship.

Pet owners often use pet sitters when they go on a vacation, travel for business, work long hours or when they are too sick or injured to care for their pet(s).

Pet sitters perform a variety of tasks, including:
• Feeding the pets and changing their water bowls
• Providing exercise and play time
• Walking dogs so that they can relieve themselves and picking up after them
• Cleaning litter boxes and cleaning up any other pet messes
• Administering pet medications, if needed
• Engaging & interacting with the pet per the owners instructions
• Checking the home to be sure there are no safety issues
• Watering plants and other small requests


5 reasons to use a professional pet sitting service

#1
Less Stress

Stress can cause short & long term behavioral issues, anxiety, depression and even weakened immune systems. The familiarity of home and daily routines that a pet sitter helps  maintain can reduce your pet's level of stress while you're away.

#2
Personalized care

 A professional pet sitter will learn as much as possible about your pet so that the care they provide is in synch with your  pet's unique habits, personality, behavior, likes, dislikes & routines 

#3
Technology

Pet sitting apps have made it easier for pet owners to communicate with pet sitters and manage their pet's care. Popular features include scheduling, real-time GPS tracking & in-app messaging. 

#4
Well Being

Pet sitters can play an important role in  maintaining your pet's physical and mental well-being by providing regular exercise, socialization, and companionship, which is essential for their overall health and longevity.

#5
Less Risk

At home and while being walked outside by an experienced pet sitter, it is unlikely your pet will come into contact with other animals that could have diseases, viruses and parasites that can't be fully vaccinated against.

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