Why choose pet sitters over kennels?
When an owner travels and leaves their pet behind, it can be quite stressful for an animal. I think that leaving a pet in their own environment or a similar loving home will help alleviate some of their anxiety. Kennels can be quite overwhelming for an animal due to confined spaces they may be left in, as well as the noise and scents of other animals. With experience from previously working in a boarding facility, I believe it to be true that your pets are best left at home in the hands of a capable carer who can fill your shoes when you are away from home!
I’m worried my pet won’t be looked after as well as I would! What should I be looking for in a pet sitter?
Arranging a Meet & Greet is super important when it comes to finding the right pet sitter for you! Write out a list of questions you have for the sitters you are looking at. This may include how many hours they’re at home, what kind of job they have and if they may get held back, whether they have had pets before, etc. Ideally you want to choose someone who will be able to spend as much time with your pet as possible. When meeting them see if you get along well. It’s kind of like a first date – you never know, it might be love at first sight.​