Professional Pet Sitters Week – March 1-8

But how do you find a great pet sitter? You don’t want just anyone watching your pooch. Not only will this person be looking after your pet while you’re away, but they’ll be in your home. So you will want to make sure it’s someone you feel comfortable and safe with. You’ll want to make sure their schedule is compatible with yours and that they can meet all your pet’s needs. Some pet sitters will even take on a few other jobs while they’re at it, like watering your plants.

A good place to start when searching for a pet sitter is word of mouth. Talk to your friends and neighbors and find out who they use! This is really one of the best ways to find some of the best pet sitters. You’ll be ahead of the game by finding out who your friends trust, just like if you were looking for a babysitter. If your neighborhood has a social media page or group, you could also find someone local that way. There might even be a neighbor nearby with an older child that would love to earn some extra cash! So don’t hesitate to ask around!

Another place to check is with your veterinarian’s office. A lot of great pet sitters network with veterinarian offices, so they’ll probably have a list of great providers to try!

You can also try an online pet sitter service. There are many to choose from such as Rover.com and Care.com and they make searching for pet sitters fun and easy. After just a few clicks, you’ll soon have a substantial list of pet sitters in your area. And one of the best parts is that the sitters are rated by their customers so you’ll know right away if you’re picking a great one!

No matter which way you choose to find your pet sitter, just make sure you ask lots of questions and get to know them so that you’re confident that they’re the right fit for your family. Don’t be afraid to ask for references and get as much information from them as you’d like – they’re there to sell their services to you! They should be more than willing to do what they can to make you feel comfortable.

Happy searching!