Hiring a Pet Sitter While You Go Away

by Shuvrodip Ghosh Digital Marketing Manager

Whether you’re going away for a weekend, on a 2-week holiday, or travelling for several months, you will need to find a way to make sure your pets are looked after while you’re gone. Rather than sticking them in the kennels, you can let them stay in the comfort of your home while being looked after by a pet sitter. As an added bonus, your house gets looked after, too. Let’s look at some things you should consider when hiring a pet sitter, including finding a trustworthy sitter and keeping your valuables safe with Secure Storage in London

Why you should hire a pet sitter

A pet sitter or house sitter is a great option when you’re away on holiday. They’re not only there to keep your pets company, but they also keep your house occupied while you’re away, making sure it is safe and that any necessary chores are done. They’ll feed your pets, walk your dogs, water your plants, make sure the post is brought in, along with anything else you need doing.

Pet sitting is a much less stressful experience for your pets compared to sending them to the kennels or cattery. They get to stay in a familiar environment with a friendly, animal-loving sitter. They’ll get plenty of attention and cuddles, as well as the essentials like keeping their food and water bowls full and taking them on walks if you have dogs. 

How to find a pet sitter

There are lots of websites out there where you can find a pet sitter or a house sitter. 

When you’re using these websites to choose a pet sitter, here are a few things you should consider.

What kind of sitting service do you need?

There are slightly different kinds of services when it comes to pet sitting. Some will come to your home while others will look after your pet in their own home. Having the pet sitter come to your home is often a more pleasant experience for your pets as they don’t have to leave their home, and you get the added bonus of house sitting at the same time.

With pet sitting or house sitting in your home, the sitter can either stay in your home, including overnight, or they can just stop by frequently to check in on your pets and do any chores that need doing. So, decide between these types of services which suits you best.

 

What are you willing to pay?

Consider what your budget is when hiring a house sitter. In some cases, a house sitter will provide their services for free in exchange for free accommodation when you are hiring them for overnight stays. This is a popular choice for people who are looking for affordable ways to experience a new city or country.

In other cases, you will have to pay a fee for your sitter, so browse the websites listed above to see the different rates that people charge.

Is it someone you can trust?

On official house sitting and pet sitting websites, sitters are required to provide certain details to prove their trustworthiness. Make sure you vet their profile to make sure they sound like someone you can trust. It’s also a good idea to meet the person in advance to get an impression of them. Bringing your dog along too can make sure they get along well.

Preparing your home for a pet sitter

Whether you’re hiring someone for daytime or overnight visits, it’s important that you prepare your house for them arriving. Here are some things to consider:

Creating space for them

This is especially important for overnight sitters. You need to make sure they have a comfortable place to sleep. If you have a spare room, then clear this out for them to stay in. If it’s currently filled with random belongings, you can put these into a storage unit while you’re away to create space. Think about other spaces of your house as well – do they have somewhere they can relax and space to play with the dogs?

Securing your valuables

You’ve hopefully found a house sitter you can trust with everything, but you might want to take extra precautions just in case. If you have anything particularly valuable in your home, then you can find secure storage in London to make sure these are kept safe in your absence. You might want to store fragile items too, in case your pets get rowdy while you’re gone. 

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