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As a pet sitter, you should have a number of questions to ask pet owners about their pets before accepting a position. No two pets are the same, and you need to know what you are getting yourself into. This is why it’s important to cover basic and more specific questions about the pet you will be watching. This information will also be able to help you determine your fees.

Being a good pet sitter involves a lot more than just making sure the dog is fed and is let out to do their business. The dog you are watching is probably already stressed out enough without having its owner home. Playing with the dog will help them burn off the nervous energy. It will also give you a breather when they lay down for a nap!

While the odds of having an issue are slim when you care for someone’s pet once in awhile, offering pet sitter services professionally is completely different, and you need to start thinking of your services from a professional standpoint.

If you've ever visited the PetSitter.com Facebook page, you'll know that we post a lot of funny pet videos. These funny and adorable videos are sure to make you laugh, cry and say awwww.... Here's a round-up of Top 5 most liked videos so far....

As much as pets are a part of your family, unfortunately, you can’t take them everywhere. But, not to worry! Finding someone to watch your pets is easier than you think. However, when choosing a pet sitter for your furry friends, there are things you should keep in mind and a few questions you should ask yourself along the way.

Every dog is different. This is the beauty of dogs – each one has its own personality and unique quirks that make them so loveable. This is also what makes being a pet sitter more challenging than most people give it credit for. You never know what you are going to get until you actually meet a dog for the first time, and if the first time is during your first walk, you could be in for a surprise or two.

Friends, family members, and neighbors constantly tell you that your dog looks like a little doll. “Have you ever considered entering your dog in a show?” they ask. The thought has crossed your mind, but you're not sure where to start. You’re not alone. Numerous pet owners express interest in entering pet shows. But many hesitate because they don’t know where to begin. In this article, we’ll take a look at steps you can take, to have your beloved dog in and possibly win a dog show.

The internet has lots of different funny dog shaming videos of our furry loved ones getting into all kinds of mischief when their owners are not home. For us, this is hilarious and cute but for our dogs, this can be stressful. To help out we asked some our experienced pet sitters for their top suggestions to help keep dogs safe while they are home alone.

Thinking about a sitter for your pet pal? Perhaps you've thought about starting a business as a dog walker or pet sitter. Or maybe you just need some current statics on the pet sitting industry. Here's everything you need to know about pet sitters and the business of pet sitting in one convenient and colorful infographic!

You’ve been on vacation for a week. You’re prepared to continue exploring the city you’re visiting when you receive a call in your hotel room. The hotel staff has connected you to your pet sitter and they explain that your dog is extremely sick. They sitter says your furry best friend is vomiting uncontrollably and that she won’t stop growling. The dog sitter is upset and doesn’t know what to do. You momentarily panic, and then ask the sitter what they fed the dog within the last several hours. A brief conversation reveals that they fed her something they were allergic too. You remember a similar incident years ago, when you did the same thing. You advise the sitter to contact the veterinarian, but you forgot to provide that information as well. Your dog is sick, your pet sitter is frustrated and you’re miles away, scrolling through your email account for the name of the emergency veterinarian. All of this could have been avoided had your provided your pet sitter with an emergency list. Incidents like these can be avoided when the pet sitter is provided adequate information pertaining to your pet’s history. Let’s take a look at a the crucial information your pet sitter should know about your pet.