What to Look for in a Reputable Pet Sitter

Because selection of the right Pet sitter for you is so important, here are some of the critical factors to consider when making your choice.
Is the pet sitter bonded? Does the pet sitter have commercial liability insurance? Ask to see documents of these.
Is the pet sitter willing to provide references?
Does the pet sitter have a service contract clearly spelling out services and fees?
Does the pet sitter visit your home beforehand to meet you and the pet and to obtain detailed information?
Is the attitude and approach exhibited by your pet sitter positive during the initial meeting with your pet?
Does the sitter have regular office hours or return client inquiries promptly?
Does the pet sitter have a veterinarian on call or for emergency services?
What contingency plan for pet care does the sitter have in the event of personal illness?
Are these prerequisites set by the sitter or the clients?
Does the pet sitter telephone to determine if the owner has returned home as scheduled or require the client or notify the sitter of their arrival home?
Does the pet sitter provide a rating form for the customers to evaluate their services?
Using Your pet sitting Service Most Effectively
Give us your pet's history and habits. In order to schedule the visits, your sitter will want to know the important routines in your pet's day - eating, sleeping, walking or playing and where favourite toys or "chew" toys are kept.
Your pet sitter will want to know all major and minor health problems your pet may have and detailed information on any medications as well as your wishes in case of emergency.
Tell your pet sitter where your pet's favourite hiding places are. This will prevent panic by the pet sitter looking for your pet.
Provide some written verification of up to date vaccinations for your pet. Provide identification tags on all pets, including cats.
Your Pet sitter needs to know any unusual habits your pet may have (e.g. Eating habits, fears, etc.)