Guess again. People use petsitters for all kinds of situations. While the work-day walks for working pet parents are weekly, M-F, petsitters fill in for long days when company comes into town, late dinners with clients, traffic jams on the way home from the office, extended absences for weddings or family reunions, and spur of the moment socializing ... READ MORE »
So your cat doesn’t care to be entertained, and your gerbil doesn’t exactly need to be walked. Then why bother with a pet sitter? It’s not just about immediate need and companionship. Having someone come to your home to check up on your critters will help ensure that nothing goes wrong while you’re away. And ... READ MORE »
While there’s no doubt that Lucy will miss you while you’re away, it’s unlikely that he will be hurled into a spiraling, deep depression because you’re gone for a few days. Pets are often much happier when they are in the comfortable environment of their own home as opposed to an unfamiliar kennel. Add to this an ... READ MORE »
Not necessarily. It does sound like it would be infinitely pricier to have someone privately come to your home several times a day to shower your pet with personal attention, food, treats and exercise, but, actually, it’s not. Actual rates depend on the pet sitter and local kennel, but at the very least, you’re looking ... READ MORE »