There are many times we need to be out-of-town away from our pets overnight:
We don’t always have the option of taking our pets along, nor is it a convenient way to travel.
Quite frankly it’s good to have a reprieve; “absence really does make the heart grow fonder”; we appreciate one another more.
Your options are to kennel them, leave them with family, friends, or neighbors; but the big question - what’s truly best you’re your pet(s)?
IMO, kennels are not an option. You never know what goes on, who’s doing their job on any given day, how the other pets are behaving, will your pet be attacked? They are all frightened and uncomfortable being in a new environment.
Your pet is much more relaxed and safe in their own home. That said, I would feel much better taking my pet to a place like that, only for a few hours to play with the other dogs but never an extended stay, and definitely not overnight, no way, José!
With the family or friends option; do they really want to keep your pet and are they staying in their home or yours? Unless they are really great with your pet and love them as their own, I would not put my family/friends or pet(s) in that uncomfortable position just to keep it cheap & easy. I will always do what’s best for my loved one (s). Our family and friends are not always the best choice and if they are, you probably wouldn’t be reading this article.
God forbid; what if something happens while you’re away? Who’s going to handle it best to get fastest care for your pet? A pro or who? These are all things that must all be considered so that you may relax and know everything is taken care of.
That’s why "In-Home Pet Sitting" is such a perfect solution.
Here are 5 reason why hiring a professional to with your furry loved ones in your home while you’re away.
Availability
A professional in-home pet sitter is very rare. Of all the pet services I’ve worked for or looked into, very few actually stay with your pets the entire time. They’re more about volume than quality. They leave your pet to go feed, walk, play with other pets throughout the day. Most only check on them periodically. A good in-home pet sitter will be there day and night. If they need to run an errand they may be gone 30 min – a few hours the rest f the time they are there and available for your pet(s) 24/7; maintaining your pets normal routines.
Experience
A professional pet sitter has a variety of experience having sat for many different pets and situations. In this scenario knowledge cannot be obtained from a book; hands on experience, makes the best candidate with the highest credentials. They know exactly what to do in case of emergency without hesitation and the main goal is always to keep your pet relaxed and secure.
Personalities
A professional pet sitter will schedule a visit in the new client’s home to get to know them and their pets. This is to ensure everyone feel comfortable before hiring or accepting the plan to sit. This is a mutual arrangement between three parties (and more if you have multiple pets. If one of the parties is not comfortable, there’s no deal; it’s time to continue the search. Trust and respect goes both ways.
Management
A good pet sitter will ask you complete to complete a form prior to sitting so the sit will go smoothly. Things like emergency contact number, vets address & phone, trash day, days lawn service or anyone else may be scheduled to arrive, pets routines, habits, likes, dislikes, amounts of food, times they eat, and other details. The more that’s managed in advance the less need for calls with questions while you’re away.
Peace of Mind
When hire an overnight in-home professional pet sitter you will enjoy your time away - knowing your pet (s) in the best possible hands, all bases are covered, ensuring that you will return to happy and relaxed pet (s) to greet you!
Leslie House & Pet sits in the following locations:
- Overland Park, KS
- Leadwood, KS
- Prairie Village, KS
- Kansas City, MO
- Parkville, MO
- and the greater Kansas City Metropolitan area
Call or text anytime! 913-730-7170
To receive a return call or text, be sure to mention pet sitting!
