Health & Fitness
How to Choose a Pet Sitting Company
Here at West Hartford Pet Sitters, LLC, we understand the importance of choosing the appropriate person or service to care for your pets. Holiday travel is not limited to Thanksgiving and winter holidays—with a down economy people are finding ways to maximize long weekends away from home. AAA projects an increase in travel during holidays like Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Memorial Day, as consumers find ways to vacation on a budget. In turn, this actually increases the number of days people are away from their homes and those with pets depend on Pet Care Service Professionals to care for those left behind during their absence.
Choosing a Pet Care Professional can become a daunting task with all of the options available—from neighbors, independent contractors or Pet Sitting companies with dedicated staff.
- Are they insured and bonded?
- Do they have good references?
- Are they knowledgeable about general pet diet, care and first aid?
It’s important that you ensure your Pet Care Professional is insured and bonded against any accidents that may occur. Checking with a pet sitter's references is an important step in verifying that you are using an experienced and trusted service.
Every Pet Care Professional should give you a free consultation. During this consultation, you will want to quiz them on general pet care knowledge such as diet, walking and first aid. Taking these steps will give you peace of mind and will prevent any surprise financial expenses.
Make sure you understand the standard protocol of the Pet Sitter during their visit to your home. Here are some other questions to ask:
- Can you help reinforce my pet's training?
- Can you administer medication?
- What if my pet needs to see a vet while I am away?
We hope you found this article helpful!
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