Getting a free at-home orientation with a pet sitter gives you the opportunity to raise any concerns and ask whatever questions you have, all while giving the sitter all the information about your furry friend they need to continue your top-notch care.
Pet sitters should be familiar with caring for pets of all ages, backgrounds, and medical conditions, so all owners can feel comfortable seeking pet-sitting services. Traveling can be harder for owners whose pets have unique needs, and we can send frequent updates whenever we feed, administer medication, or encourage exercise. Hire a pet sitter for as long as you need, and even get coverage for last-minute plans as a Critter Sitters key client.
Call our pet sitters for dogs, cats, and more at (404) 793-6178 to learn more about Critter Sitters.
Free Orientations with Trustworthy Pet Sitters for Dogs, Cats, and More in College Park, GA
Establishing trust with clients and their pets is crucial, and something we address head-on during our free orientations at clients’ homes in College Park. This is your opportunity to ask your sitter questions, share what you are comfortable with, and provide all the information they need to take over as your pet’s caregiver seamlessly.
During the orientation, your pet can interact with their new sitter. Seeing you and the sitter interact may help your pet build trust with this new stranger, too. Then, when the sitter arrives for their first visit when you are gone, your pet may recognize them and feel at ease.
Point out where you keep your pet’s food and other supplies, like its litter or leash, so visits go smoothly when you’re not here. This is also a great time to show us where you keep any exotic pets, like fish or birds you also need us to look after in your absence.
FAQs About Pet Sitters for Dogs, Cats, and More
Can Pet Sitters Care for Kittens and Puppies?
We have considerable experience caring for kittens and puppies, and can continue whatever training methods you’re using while you’re out of town, so their progress continues. Tell us what behavior you’re currently working on, and what training treats you’re using for positive reinforcement.
What if I Have a Senior Pet?
You may need more hands-on attention from a pet sitter if you have a senior pet, and we can visit more frequently if necessary for your comfort and your pet’s. Senior animals are prone to separation anxiety and confusion, and we take extra care with these pets.
What if My Pet Needs Daily Medications?
Tell us the daily medications your pet takes, and we can administer them at the right times each day, even sending you a text confirmation when it is done.
Will My Pet Sitter Text and Call Me?
Tell your sitter if you want them to text you photos, call you about daily occurrences, or keep communication relatively sparse while you are away on vacation. Critter Sitters matches clients’ communication preferences and can reach out more or less frequently as time goes on and you get adjusted to the distance.
How Long Are Pet Sitting Visits?
Pet sitting visits generally last about 30 minutes, plenty of time for us to take dogs for walks, feed pets, clean cats’ litter boxes, and play with pets to burn off their energy.
What Happens if My Pet Gets Sick When I’m Away?
If your pet exhibits any signs of illness while you’re out of town, we can take it to the vet immediately and alert you to the situation. Tell us if your pet has any medical conditions we should know about, like asthma or arthritis.
How Much Does Pet Sitting Cost?
Our pet sitting rates begin at $26 per visit for the first animal in your home. Each additional cat is a $3 charge, and each additional dog is a $4 charge, in addition to the base rate.
What if I Have Multiple Pets?
Our pet sitters can handle multi-pet households; tell us everything we need to know about your pack, including the ages, personalities, and behavioral quirks of all of your pets.
What Happens During a Pet Sitting Orientation?
During pet sitting orientations at clients’ homes, we confirm where they store their pets’ supplies, encourage them to ask any questions about our process, and explain what they can expect from our services and daily visits.
For How Long Can I Hire a Pet Sitter?
We can provide pet sitting services for as long as you require them, even if you are going out of town on a relatively lengthy vacation. Pet sitters can also extend services if you will suddenly be gone longer, so just contact your sitter in that situation.
How Far in Advance Can I Hire a Pet Sitter?
You can schedule pet sitting services far in advance with Critter Sitters, or get coverage at the last minute if you become one of our “key clients” and leave a key to your house with us.
What if I Need Frequent Pet Sitting?
If you need frequent pet sitting or dog walking services, consider leaving a house key with Critter Sitters for future visits, eliminating the need to meet up with the sitter beforehand.
What if My Pet Sitter Needs to Reach Me?
If your sitter needs to reach you, give us your cell phone number, contact information for those you are traveling with, and the location where you are staying, just in case we cannot reach you in an emergency.
Can Pet Sitters Care for Exotic Pets?
Our sitters care for exotic pets in addition to cats and dogs, so feel free to seek our services if you also have fish, reptiles, or birds.
Contact Our College Park, GA Pet Sitters Today
Call Critter Sitters’ pet sitters for dogs, cats, and more at (404) 793-6178 today.
