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Adventures in pet sitting: How to be a great pet sitter

Posted by Stephanie St. Martin April 2, 2013 09:13 AM

When pet owners leave for vacation, business, or a quick family visit, they need to find an ally to help them care for their pets. Enter the pet sitter.

Yes, the pet sitter. A savior to pets and owners alike! So before you jump head over tail into your next pet care job, read these tips on how to be the best pet sitter you can be!

Discuss expectations.
Before you agree to take any pet care job, discuss with the owner what their expectations are and learn their pet's needs. This enables you to make sure that you are qualified. If the pet has medical needs that you aren't comfortable performing, it's better to know now and not when it's too late.

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Fun information about pets of all kinds as well as tips for keeping your pet happy, healthy, and safe from a Bostonian who is passionate about animals. Let's talk pets!

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Stephanie St. Martin has a knack (and a soft spot) for pet wisdom. Through her writing, she has helped owners keep their pets safe during the rough Boston winters, analyzed which pup breeds are best for kids, and sorted out rabbit adoption details. Read more
>Boston.com Pets is the place where Boston-area pet owners can connect, featuring local pet news, pet-friendly services across New England, discussions, your pet photos, and more.

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