Which would you choose for your pet if you did not want to board them in a kennel when you take your trip? A pet watcher or a pet sitter? There is a difference. A pet watcher will look in on your pet (usually pet is crated), let the pet out, water, and feed as necessary and that’s it.
A pet sitter will give their clients peace of mind and a sense of security by taking your pet outside for exercise and play, observing them (checking elimination for any abnormalities), feeding them, ensuring they have quality water and food. They will actually play by interacting with toys and touching and loving on your pet. They will spend quality time so your pet feels secure, loved and not lonely. Services also include dog walking, cat care, and administration of medication. All this so that your pet will feel safe and secure while in a stress free environment in their own home. There are even pet sitters that will come and pick up and deliver your pet and keep them in the comfort of the pet sitter’s home. There they will have the same comforts as they would in their own home.
So, now choose which one you would prefer to care for your pet!
Submitted by Ellis County SPCA Education Committee 1/17/2010
Tags: Pet Education