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How To Find A Pet Sitter

Tuesday, October 25, 2005

October 25,2 005 -- With the holidays fast approaching, now more than ever people are making their travel plans which don't always include the family pet. However, choosing a reliable pet sitter may be tough to do. Paul Mann, Founder of FETCH!, shares some tips on how to find the best care for your four-legged family member.

Some true examples of pet sitting stories gone bad:

The contracted pet sitter simply failed to show up for animal care, which led to significant damage to the client's home. Insurance company paid $4,056

A pet sitter was walking a dog off the leash, and the dog startled a passerby who fell off the curb and broke her hip. Insurance company paid $118,668

While under a pet sitter's care, the client dog attacked another dog. The pet sitter and another person tried to stop the fight, which resulted in hospitalization of the other party. Insurance company paid $32,031

Pet Care Tips:

Confirm availability. Ensure the sitter can accommodate your desired vacation schedule, even during the busy holidays

Verify backup. Ensure company has "backup" staff in place should your sitter have an emergency that prevents them from completing your assignment

Require Insurance Coverage. Ensure the company is fully licensed, bonded and insured

Employee screening. Confirm that your sitter has undergone a criminal background check and has received proper training and check at least 3 references

Demand credibility. Confirm the service is a current member of Pet Sitters International, the world's largest organization in setting standards for excellence among professional pet sitters

For more information visit www.fetchpetcare.com.

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