Merry Murphy Pet Sitters
F.A.Q.S. of Pet Sitters
704-246-4148
F.A.Q.S. of Pet Sitters
704-246-4148
F.A.Q.
What is the purpose of pet sitters?
Pet Sitters provide an important alternative to boarding your
dog or cat at a kennel. Pet Sitters visit your home at agreed
upon times (usually with in a certain time frame) during your
absence from home. They do not stay at your home.
What pet services are offered?
Services offered depend on the company. Basic pet services
include feeding, watering, walking, brushing, pooper scooper,
cleaning litter box, feeding fish, and other basics of pet care. In
addition, pet sitters will bring in the mail and newspapers,
water household plants, rotate lights and blinds. This is a
needed security referred to by pet sitters as house sitting.
Additional services include pet taxi to other services such as
the vet, but are not part of the regular visit and require additional
charges if offered.
Why does the Pet Sitter Need an initial consultation with me
in my home?
The first meeting with your pet sitter will make clear whether or
not you wish to engage the pet sitter for an assignment with
your pet. The pet sitter will ask detailed questions about your
pet and their habits. It is very detailed questionaire in the event
of a household emergency such as a busted water pipe, or the
number of your veternarian, etc. It is surprising the details that
can be neglected if a structured questionaire is not followed. It
provides an opportunity for you to give detailed instructions.
Most of all, your pet sitter will become "friends" with your pets,
and this makes the first visit much easier! The good thing is
after your first visit, you will only have to call or e-mail for future
assignments. Be sure to update your pet sitter with any
changes to your information.
What does a pet sitter need from you?
Professional pet sitters will give you a list of needed items
such as a dog leash, towels, etc. Following the list provided
makes it easier on your pet and pet sitter. If there is a change
in contact information, or anything else your pet sitter should
know, call them so they can have the information on file before
the next visit!
What are mid-day visits or what some pet sitters call
half-visits?
Most typicall y these visits are dog walking services, or "potty
breaks" for a dog or cat during the day. The pet sitter will also
give fresh water, play with your pet, etc. Some pet sitters
designate a time period such as 15mins. to 30 mins., others
do not.
What is "overnight sitting"?
Generally, these are time periods out of the pet sitters normal
hours of operation. The time periods vary, but are generally
more expensive. For instance, your pet sitter may charge more
to visit your pet at 10:00 p.m. to give medication.
Should your pet sitter update you on your pets while you are
gone?
Pet sitters will definitely keep you updated if that is what you
wish. Whether by phone, e-mail, or special software updates, it
is entirely up to you. Some people wish only to be notified if
there is a need to do so. Either way is perfectly acceptable.
Most pet sitters will keep a daily diary for you to let you know
detailed events that occured while you were away.
What about letting this stranger into my home?
Any professional pet sitter today usally belongs to a
professional association and maintains insurance. You need
to check references or get personal referrals. Doing a google
search is also helpful. Mutual trust is a necessity. The pet sitter
or dog walker wants you to be a repeat customer, and depends
on your referrals.
What are the pet sitting benefits for you?
You can leave home knowing your pet and home are cared for.
You deserve time away that is "worry-free". That is the
purpose for even hiring a pet sitter. Once you have found that
perfect pet sitter, your pet will have one more friend, and stress
will be a non-issue for all involved. Pet sitters understand that
there will be emergencies where you can not
give adequate notice. Having a pet sitter you are acquainted
with to easily call, provides another reason to have a pet sitter.
Merry Murphy Pet Sitters will be glad to answer any
questions, and will be happy to provide all your pet sitting and
dog walking needs! Call us at 704-246-4148
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Merry Murphy Pet Sitters
9131 Nolley Court
Charlotte,N.C. 28270
704-246-4148
9131 Nolley Court
Charlotte,N.C. 28270
704-246-4148