Austin, TX
(PRWEB) April 2, 2008 -- Pet sitting is a booming business, offering
convenience, peace of mind, and a way for on-the-go pet owners
to keep their pets happy and comfortable in their own home. However,
because there are no industry regulations, it is imperative that
pet owners thoroughly research their options before hiring someone
to care for their pets. With this in mind, PetsitUSA.com has teamed
up with professional pet sitters throughout the country to compile
a list of items pet owners should take into account when hiring
a pet care provider.
These recommendations
come from a number of pet sitters who have been in the business
for many years and reflect their dedication to pets and their
people, as well as continued improvement in the industry. Some
of the items on the list include:
- The pet
sitter should be insured, and if the company employs pet sitters,
bonding may be necessary as well.
- The pet
sitter should be able to provide at least three local references.
- The pet
sitter should have a back-up plan. This is essential in case
the pet sitter becomes ill, injured, or in any way incapacitated
and unable to care for your pets.
- The pet
sitter should be knowledgeable about general pet issues, pet
first aid, and current concerns (i.e. pet food recalls).
- The pet
sitter should provide clients with written details, including
a contract, which specifies services and fees.
The complete
list of items professional pet sitters urge pet owners to take
into account when hiring a pet care provider can be found at http://www.petsitusa.com/faq_petsittertips.htm.
Pet owners will also find FAQs and other information that is helpful
to anyone who uses the services of a professional pet sitter or
dog walker. Additionally, at PetsitUSA.com, pet owners may search,
by zip code or city, for professional pet care providers throughout
the country.
"Hiring
a pet sitter can be a bit intimidating for the pet owner who has
never left his pets (and home) in someone else's hands,"
says Therese Kopiwoda, founder and owner of PetsitUSA.com. "We
felt it was important to compile this list with the input of a
wide range of pet sitting professionals, and we believe their
combined experience and expertise will benefit pet owners greatly."
Professional
pet sitters agree that while the majority of pet sitters are responsible
business owners, as with other professional services, pet owners
must do their homework to find the best match for themselves and
their pets. This list of important considerations, available at
PetsitUSA.com, along with common sense, will help pet owners as
they search for a pet care provider to meet their needs, and those
of their pets.
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About PetsitUSA.com
PetsitUSA.com is one of the leading online destinations for pet
owners searching for professional pet sitters, dog walkers, dog
runners, and dog daycares throughout the United States. Based
in Austin, Texas, PetsitUSA.com was launched in 2003 by Therese
Kopiwoda, who also serves a small number of pet sitting clients.
For more information visit www.petsitusa.com.
