5 Things You Need To Know When Hiring a Pet Sitter

Because you want your pet to be this happy (and safe) when your family goes away.

While people are beginning to plan their summer vacations, many pet owners are worrying about what they will do with their beloved pets while they are away. Some people do not want to go on a vacation unless they know that their dog or cat will be taken care of the same way they would if they stayed home. The popular website, DogVacay which sets up owners and host families seeks to fulfill this mission. Host families treat your dog as you do, without the use of cages or kennels.

As one of the most trusted community for dog boarding, DogVacay says that if you choose to hire professional pet sitter, it’s crucial to find one that you feel truly comfortable with so that both you and your pet can enjoy your time away.

Here are a few tips to make the process of finding reliable pet care a little bit easier:

1. Interview your potential pet-sitter, and have your pet interview them too. Not only should the pet-sitter meet your expectations upon your meet and greet but they should also get the stamp of approval from Fido. The sitter's interaction with your pet is incredibly important. Watch to see if he or she pets your dog, offers your dog water or a treat and seems warm and loving. These first reactions can be a vital sign to you as to how they will treat your pet while you are away.

2. Ask for References. Possibly the most important piece of the pet-sitting puzzle is calling other pet owners and getting their feedback. Do your due diligence, and you’ll feel better with whatever decision you make knowing that you spoke with fellow pet owners who’ve been in your position.

3. Cover the basics. No matter how trivial you think your questions are, you deserve to know the level of expertise and enthusiasm of your pet-sitter. For example: how many pets have you cared for? What will your typical day look like when you’re caring for my pet? How many times will my dog be taken out for walks?

4. Don’t be afraid to tell them too much. In order for your pet-sitter, your dog and you to have the best experience it’s crucial that you tell them anything and everything about your pup. Maybe it’s that he doesn’t like the mailman, or needs to take medication. Anything related to your pet’s health, dietary restrictions, personality and mannerisms are things you should tell your potential pet-sitter before leaving your dog in their care.

5. Check in with Fido. After your dog is back in your care, is your pet happy? Agitated? Angry? Relaxed? Scared? These are all things that play into your pet’s experience with the pet-sitter and will give you a peek into what their day was like. If they’re not acting themselves, it may be time to look for another pet-sitting option.

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