by tori | Apr 18, 2026 | Pet Sitter Best Practices, Pet Sitter Health & Wellness
As pet sitters, we often form deep connections with the animals in our care. While those relationships are professional, they can feel incredibly personal. When a pet passes away, the loss can affect us profoundly—especially if we’ve shared in...
by tori | Aug 5, 2025 | Pet Care Tips, Pet Sitter Best Practices
With back-to-school preparations underway, many families experience a mix of emotions adjusting to new schedules and routines. There’s one family member who might also feel a bit out of sorts—your dog, as he shifts from summer snuggles to solo snoozes. After a...
by tori | Jun 10, 2025 | Pet Sitter Best Practices
When folks talk about the Dog Days of Summer, they’re not just complaining about melting popsicles and frizzy hair. The phrase dates back to ancient times, when the Sirius “Dog Star” rose with the sun—usually from July 3rd to August 11th—and was blamed for all...
by tori | May 16, 2025 | Pet Sitter Best Practices
As professional pet sitters, we walk into homes full of personality—some furry, some feisty, and all a little different from one another. One behavior that can take even experienced sitters by surprise is guarding—when a dog becomes possessive over food, toys,...
by tori | Jul 18, 2024 | Pet Care Tips
Professional pet sitters may encounter an occasion to share this important information with clients. Whether you blog, send client emails or newsletters or post on social, this topic deserves attention. You can also download reference materials to share....