Why Use A Pet Sitter?

Why use a pet sitter?

Many pet owners engage in the services of a pet sitter instead of using a cattery or kennel. Not all pets suit traditional pet boarding, so are better suited to staying in the comfort of home or at the home of a pet sitter. These might include: 

• Pets who can't come on holiday
• Pets who just need a quick visit 
• Pets who are ill or not able to socialise with other animals
• Pets who get bored during the day

Pets who can’t come on holiday 

It’s the classic pet sitting scenario: travelling with a pet can be expensive and restrictive, and it can also distress many animals to be away from their familiar schedules, smells and spaces.

Luckily, Pawshake is a safe, affordable alternative to kennels and boarding for cats, dogs and any other type of pets. Pawshake enables to you find a personalised pet sitter depending on your needs: maybe a house sitter who can stick to your pet’s regular routine and keep them company throughout the day and night, or perhaps a stay at a welcoming local home boarder.

Some low-maintenance pets, such as indoor cats, might even be happy with a pet sitter dropping in once or twice or day for some food, a litter box clean, and a pat and cuddle.

Pets who just need a quick visit

It can be frustrating if you’re just having one night out of town, or you’re working late all week, and you know your pet needs feeding and watering.

No problem: there are lots of Pawshake pet sitters who will happily drop over on short notice to check in on your pet and make sure everything is under control. With the review system, you can also check to see if the Pawshake pet sitter has been recommended by other pet owners and feel comfortable allowing them into your home.

Pets who are ill or not able to socialise with other animals

Some pets might be overcoming illness or injury, and really need a close eye during the day. A pet sitter can prevent your pet from chewing of bandages or escaping from a head cone, and in turn, nasty vet bills.

Pawshake pet sitters are also a great solution for pets who aren’t able to go into kennels or homes with other animals for specific medical reasons. For example, FIV and Cat Flu are infectious diseases amongst cats that means they shouldn’t socialise with other kitties, so having a Pawshake pet sitter mind your beloved furball gives greater peace of mind for those owners.

Pets who get bored during the day

Puppies have a LOT of energy! Sometimes you just aren’t able, for whatever reason, to keep them as busy as they need to be, and keeping your pets in a crate while you are out can lead to stress, anxiety and destructive behaviour later down the line.

It's a good idea to book a regular Pawshake dog walking service for while you’re at work so that your pooch can get out and about and use up some of that restless energy that may otherwise be directed towards your sofa legs or curtains. There are so many Pawshake pet sitters that offer this service, and some busier sitters might even be able to offer play dates or walking companions to switch things up a bit.

So that’s a couple of scenarios where hiring a Pawshake pet sitter might come in handy. Do you own a pet that fits one of these categories? Visit Pawshake today and book a perfect, personalised pet sitter.