Frequently Asked Questions
What is in-home pet sitting?
We stay in your home while you are away, living in your home just as you would (cooking, cleaning, laundry, relaxing, etc.).
We do this while always maintaining a responsible and respectful lifestyle. This live-in service provides extra security and
care for both your pets and your home, maintaining your pet’s routine, and providing them with the attention, love and
care they deserve!
What are your rates?
We do not charge for pleasure of staying in your home with your pets.
Where does the pet sitter sleep? Do we need to provide groceries?
We will stay in your home as you feel comfortable, in the bed that you designate for us in your home. We may
use common staple items, such as condiments, spices, etc., but we provide all of our own food!
When do we get to meet our pet sitter?
We are happy to accommodate a virtual meeting or if we are located within a 100 kilometers of your location a
face to face meeting.
Will anyone else be in the house besides the pet sitter?
We are a lifestyle business, meaning that we treat your home as we would our own while respecting the fact
that it is not! In the Trusted House Sitters Agreement it is stated that no pet sitter may have visitors in the home
without approval by the homeowner prior to the booking.
What kind of clean-up does the pet sitter do?
We expect the house to be in a clean and sanitary manner upon our arrival (including clean bedding), and we
leave the home in a state that is as clean, if not a cleaner, than when we arrived.
Will you update us while we are away?
We are happy to provide you with check-ins by phone, email, text message, etc.! We like to keep you in the
loop and help manage the feelings that come with being separated from your beloved critters.
Are you police-checked?
We have been fully vetted by Trusted House Sitters. We have also been Canadian criminal record checked
through myBackCheck.com.
How many times per day will the dog(s) receive walks?
As many as they require and as is typical for their daily routine. We do our best to match our schedules to what
the pets are most used to whenever possible.
Does the pet sitter do snow shoveling, lawn mowing and dog waste pick-up?
Absolutely! Keeping a tidy walk and yard (shoveling, de-icing, lawn maintenance, pet waste removal, etc.) are
not only legal requirements of a homeowner, but also part of our services. We complete all of the necessary
tasks to ensure that your property is kept safe, clean and well-maintained, inside and out!
What types of animals do you care for?
We are happy to care for any animal – fluffy, feathered, scaled or aquatic! We have experience in all types of
animals, and with all types of temperaments.
Do you administer medications?
One of the benefits of using an in-home pet sitter is that we will administer medications to your pets.
Our contract includes a space for you to list all medications, required doses and how they should be
administered.