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.
Stress does not spare animals also. They might face a lot of stress on a daily basis. However, if the owner takes care of the pet nicely, then the pet will be stress-free. It is important that you involve your pet in games and exercises so that he stays active physically and mentally.
A pet sitter who has handled pets before will be comfortable and aware of the best way to engage, entertain and handle pets. Most importantly he should know that it is his pivotal role to ensure that the pet remains stress free. This will be possible if and only if the pet sitter has a passion for his job.
Some of the tasks that clients may expect the pet sitter to perform as a part of their services are:
1. Taking the pet to the vet's in event of it being a day for shot or vaccination. You should be ready for such situations and heed to customer's bidding.
2. The customer may provide you with chew toys and treats for the pet. He will expect that you give the pet the products from time to time. You should always be willing to do it for the owner.
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. In case you fail to take the pet for a walk on time and the pet ends up soiling the house, you must be prepared to clear the mess created. Prior to leaving you must request the customer to provide you with a few plastic bags. Also ask the customer where the cleaning equipment is kept and take permission to use the same in case needed.
6. You should keep the area meant for the pet (which may be a cage) clean all the time. This cleaning work may have to be done daily in case the owner goes out for a trip and entrusts the pet sitter with the responsibility of taking care of the pet.
7. It is possible that you are asked to pet more pets as the customer houses more than one pet. In this case, you should inquire beforehand about the number of pets and the number of leashes available with them before you go to their place. Most of the pet owners have sufficient number of leashes but a few of them may have less than the number of pets they rear so it is best to carry your own leash kit.
8. Making the pet comfortable. That is one of your prime duties. The pet must feel comfortable at home even in the absence of the owner. You must be able to observe and analyse the behaviour of the pet. It's very important to be clear about the expressions of the pet. It is important to be able to tell an angrily barking and an excitedly barking dog apart.
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.
Stress does not spare animals also. They might face a lot of stress on a daily basis. However, if the owner takes care of the pet nicely, then the pet will be stress-free. It is important that you involve your pet in games and exercises so that he stays active physically and mentally.
A pet sitter who has handled pets before will be comfortable and aware of the best way to engage, entertain and handle pets. Most importantly he should know that it is his pivotal role to ensure that the pet remains stress free. This will be possible if and only if the pet sitter has a passion for his job.
Some of the tasks that clients may expect the pet sitter to perform as a part of their services are:
1. Taking the pet to the vet's in event of it being a day for shot or vaccination. You should be ready for such situations and heed to customer's bidding.
2. The customer may provide you with chew toys and treats for the pet. He will expect that you give the pet the products from time to time. You should always be willing to do it for the owner.
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. In case you fail to take the pet for a walk on time and the pet ends up soiling the house, you must be prepared to clear the mess created. Prior to leaving you must request the customer to provide you with a few plastic bags. Also ask the customer where the cleaning equipment is kept and take permission to use the same in case needed.
6. You should keep the area meant for the pet (which may be a cage) clean all the time. This cleaning work may have to be done daily in case the owner goes out for a trip and entrusts the pet sitter with the responsibility of taking care of the pet.
7. It is possible that you are asked to pet more pets as the customer houses more than one pet. In this case, you should inquire beforehand about the number of pets and the number of leashes available with them before you go to their place. Most of the pet owners have sufficient number of leashes but a few of them may have less than the number of pets they rear so it is best to carry your own leash kit.
8. Making the pet comfortable. That is one of your prime duties. The pet must feel comfortable at home even in the absence of the owner. You must be able to observe and analyse the behaviour of the pet. It's very important to be clear about the expressions of the pet. It is important to be able to tell an angrily barking and an excitedly barking dog apart.
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