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Helpful Info
Prepare for your pet
*Ensure that there will be enough food, treats, kitty litter,
etc. for the time you will be away.
* Let your pet sitter know where your dog's leash is kept.
* If you have a carrier for your pet, let your pet sitter know
where it is kept.
* If your pet is on medication, notify your pet sitter ahead of
time.
* Leave detailed instructions on its use, even if you tell
your pet sitter verbally how it's administered.
* Put ID tags on each of your pets.
* Provide outdoor pets with plenty of water, shelter, and a
secure enclosure.
* Leave toys for your pet to play with while you're away.
* Let your vet know in advance that you will be out of town
and that a pet sitter will be caring for your pets. Many pet
sitters will have you fill out a form detailing the type of care
you'd like your pet to receive if you cannot be reached.
* Most pet sitters will require you to complete a veterinary
release form. However, it's also a good idea to give your
vet the name of the person who will be caring for your pets
while you're away. This is especially important if your pet
has a health condition that needs to be watched.
Prepare your home
* Inform your pet sitter of anything that may be out of the
ordinary (sinks that don't drain properly, toilet that
overflows, etc.).
* Show your pet sitter where the thermostat is and how to
operate it. Be sure to leave it set at a comfortable
temperature for your pets while you're gone.
* If anyone will be in your home during your absence, let
your pet sitter know. Because of safety concerns, many pet
sitters will not enter a house if they see someone there.
Also, be aware that many pet sitting businesses will not
accept jobs if they are requested to share pet care
responsibilities with others, or if someone else will be in
the home while they are caring for your pets.
* For dogs that stay outdoors, secure the yard and lock any
gates.
* Potentially dangerous plants or decorations should be put
somewhere that your pets won't be able to get to them.
Keep this in mind especially during the holidays when
Christmas trees and other decorations are on display.
* Place cleaning supplies where they will be easily
accessible if needed.
* If you rent, give your landlord your pet sitter's name in
case of emergency. Give your pet sitter the landlord's
name as well.
* If your pet sitter's first visit will be after dark, be sure to
leave an outside light on.
Contact information
* Prior to your departure, give your pet sitter information on
how you can be contacted. If for some reason your pet
sitter were unable to get into your home, leaving the
information on your kitchen counter would be useless.
Therefore, it is best to provide your pet sitter with this
information before you leave.
* If you will not be able to be contacted while you're gone,
be sure to provide the name and phone number of
someone who will be able to make decisions on your behalf.
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© 2003 PetsitUSA.com. Used with permission
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*Ensure that there will be enough food, treats, kitty litter,
etc. for the time you will be away.
* Let your pet sitter know where your dog's leash is kept.
* If you have a carrier for your pet, let your pet sitter know
where it is kept.
* If your pet is on medication, notify your pet sitter ahead of
time.
* Leave detailed instructions on its use, even if you tell
your pet sitter verbally how it's administered.
* Put ID tags on each of your pets.
* Provide outdoor pets with plenty of water, shelter, and a
secure enclosure.
* Leave toys for your pet to play with while you're away.
* Let your vet know in advance that you will be out of town
and that a pet sitter will be caring for your pets. Many pet
sitters will have you fill out a form detailing the type of care
you'd like your pet to receive if you cannot be reached.
* Most pet sitters will require you to complete a veterinary
release form. However, it's also a good idea to give your
vet the name of the person who will be caring for your pets
while you're away. This is especially important if your pet
has a health condition that needs to be watched.
Prepare your home
* Inform your pet sitter of anything that may be out of the
ordinary (sinks that don't drain properly, toilet that
overflows, etc.).
* Show your pet sitter where the thermostat is and how to
operate it. Be sure to leave it set at a comfortable
temperature for your pets while you're gone.
* If anyone will be in your home during your absence, let
your pet sitter know. Because of safety concerns, many pet
sitters will not enter a house if they see someone there.
Also, be aware that many pet sitting businesses will not
accept jobs if they are requested to share pet care
responsibilities with others, or if someone else will be in
the home while they are caring for your pets.
* For dogs that stay outdoors, secure the yard and lock any
gates.
* Potentially dangerous plants or decorations should be put
somewhere that your pets won't be able to get to them.
Keep this in mind especially during the holidays when
Christmas trees and other decorations are on display.
* Place cleaning supplies where they will be easily
accessible if needed.
* If you rent, give your landlord your pet sitter's name in
case of emergency. Give your pet sitter the landlord's
name as well.
* If your pet sitter's first visit will be after dark, be sure to
leave an outside light on.
Contact information
* Prior to your departure, give your pet sitter information on
how you can be contacted. If for some reason your pet
sitter were unable to get into your home, leaving the
information on your kitchen counter would be useless.
Therefore, it is best to provide your pet sitter with this
information before you leave.
* If you will not be able to be contacted while you're gone,
be sure to provide the name and phone number of
someone who will be able to make decisions on your behalf.
May not be reproduced without prior written permission of PetsitUSA.com.
© 2003 PetsitUSA.com. Used with permission
PETSITUSA.COM
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