The most popular pet care service today is the home pet sitting services. An increasing number of pet care workers are ready to go all the way to their customer's place to keep the pet sitting appointment.
Subjecting a pet to a new and unknown environment and that too in the absence of its owner often makes the pet agitated and it will be a herculean task for the pet sitter to soothe the pet. Research by experts has proved that it is advantageous for pet sitters to pet sit at the homes of the clients keeping in mind the interest and comfort of the animals.
Pets may be knowingly or unknowingly subjected to stress regularly. But if the pet is nurtured well by their owners then they are often free from stress. Besides fulfilling the needs of the pets on a daily basis, engaging the pet in fun activities such as games and exercise ensure that they lead a holistic life.
You can distinguish easily between an experienced and a non-experienced pet sitter as an experienced pet sitter finds it easy to take care of the pets and keeps them happy. The important task is to keep the dog away from the stress to accomplish his main task successfully.
We give you a few services that the client may ask the pet sitter to perform along with the services he offers:
1. Keeping a track of the vaccination to be administered to the pet and taking the pet to the vet after consulting the pet owner.
2. Giving chew toys and treats to the pet. Customer will definitely provide such products to you and it will be expected of you to give them to the pet from time to time.
3. Ensure that you keep the pet safe and away from any form of perils. Also if specified by the owner ensure that the pet does not go to rooms where there is a small child. Follow all instructions given by the pet owner.
4. Do not be taken by a surprise if you are asked by the pet owner to water the plants indoor and outdoor. This is a common request that most of the pet owners make.
5. Cleaning up after the pet. Especially in case of any 'accident' indoors, you must be equipped beforehand to be able to clean up and get rid of the waste properly. Ask your customer to leave a couple of plastic bags and cleaning equipment outside for you use in such cases.
6. The place where the pet spends the most time, or the cage of the pet should be spic and span throughout. In case the pet is left with you for more than a day, then the cleaning should be done daily to ensure that the pet remains in hygienic surroundings.
7. Be prepared to walk more than one pet. Ensure that you carry your toolkit as often it helps to handle the pets with equipment you are most comfortable with. Also it will help you in case anything is missing at the customer's place. It will be helpful to know the exact number of pets and the equipment available with the customer prior to reaching the place. This will help you to equip yourself better.
8. The most important job is to make the pet comfortable. This should be your priority. The owner's absence should not make him feel bad. A reasonable degree of observation of the pet's behavior can tell you about the pet's feelings. You should be able to judge his expression to know if he feels comfortable. You have to know how to differentiate between an angrily barking dog and an excitedly barking dog.
Subjecting a pet to a new and unknown environment and that too in the absence of its owner often makes the pet agitated and it will be a herculean task for the pet sitter to soothe the pet. Research by experts has proved that it is advantageous for pet sitters to pet sit at the homes of the clients keeping in mind the interest and comfort of the animals.
Pets may be knowingly or unknowingly subjected to stress regularly. But if the pet is nurtured well by their owners then they are often free from stress. Besides fulfilling the needs of the pets on a daily basis, engaging the pet in fun activities such as games and exercise ensure that they lead a holistic life.
You can distinguish easily between an experienced and a non-experienced pet sitter as an experienced pet sitter finds it easy to take care of the pets and keeps them happy. The important task is to keep the dog away from the stress to accomplish his main task successfully.
We give you a few services that the client may ask the pet sitter to perform along with the services he offers:
1. Keeping a track of the vaccination to be administered to the pet and taking the pet to the vet after consulting the pet owner.
2. Giving chew toys and treats to the pet. Customer will definitely provide such products to you and it will be expected of you to give them to the pet from time to time.
3. Ensure that you keep the pet safe and away from any form of perils. Also if specified by the owner ensure that the pet does not go to rooms where there is a small child. Follow all instructions given by the pet owner.
4. Do not be taken by a surprise if you are asked by the pet owner to water the plants indoor and outdoor. This is a common request that most of the pet owners make.
5. Cleaning up after the pet. Especially in case of any 'accident' indoors, you must be equipped beforehand to be able to clean up and get rid of the waste properly. Ask your customer to leave a couple of plastic bags and cleaning equipment outside for you use in such cases.
6. The place where the pet spends the most time, or the cage of the pet should be spic and span throughout. In case the pet is left with you for more than a day, then the cleaning should be done daily to ensure that the pet remains in hygienic surroundings.
7. Be prepared to walk more than one pet. Ensure that you carry your toolkit as often it helps to handle the pets with equipment you are most comfortable with. Also it will help you in case anything is missing at the customer's place. It will be helpful to know the exact number of pets and the equipment available with the customer prior to reaching the place. This will help you to equip yourself better.
8. The most important job is to make the pet comfortable. This should be your priority. The owner's absence should not make him feel bad. A reasonable degree of observation of the pet's behavior can tell you about the pet's feelings. You should be able to judge his expression to know if he feels comfortable. You have to know how to differentiate between an angrily barking dog and an excitedly barking dog.
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