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Preparing for Your Dog Walker

Pet Sitter / Dog Walker Check List Pre-Consultation #1  Complete Client and Pet Profiles thoroughly and clearly. Prepare any applicable questions for the pet sitter and or company Ensure emergency contact is someone local (for vacation care) Be sure to list instructions for waste. During Consultation Keep it simple! Be open and honest. Provide and

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Milwaukee Dog – Doorbell Training

Does Your Dog Bark At The Doorbell? Halloween Is A Great Time For Dog Doorbell Training!  SOURCE: http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com/2010/09/dog_doorbell_training.php Here’s how we trained our dog to stop barking at the doorbell. A dog that barks at the doorbell is especially challenging at Halloween. However, you can look at it as a headache… or as a valuable dog training

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Tricks & Treats for Halloween Pups

Easy Homemade Dog Treats For 4-Legged Trick-or-Treaters On Halloween SOURCE: http://dogs.thefuntimesguide.com/2009/01/homemade_dog_treats.php On Halloween this year, you are likely to see some four-legged friends on your doorstep next to the children. That’s right, more and more people are taking their dogs trick-or-treating with them. So, why not have a separate bowl of dog biscuits at the door

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Back to School Pet Care

Fall: Back to School Pet Tips (source: http://www.animalleague.org/expert-advice/health/articles/seasonal/back-to-school.html) The hurried rush of back-to-school and shorter days means families are spending more time focused on school work and active schedules. Now is an important time to include your recently adopted dog, cat, puppy or kitten in the family’s new routine. Many families adopt a pet during

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Make Your Home Safe for the Sitter

Securing Your Home for Your Pet Sitter’s Arrival In addition to keeping your beloved pets safe, happy and well cared for, a professional pet sitter also attends to the safety and security of your home while you are away.  Here are some tips you can do to help: Make sure your pet sitter is aware

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Home and Sitter Visit Preparation

When Using a Pet Sitter, Preparation is Key. You can help your professional pet sitter provide the best possible care for your beloved pets while you are away. Be prepared with all the information your pet sitter needs and gather needed information in advance so you won’t overlook any important details. Keep these reminders in

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How to Thank Your Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

How to Thank Your Pet Sitter While tips and gifts are never expected, they are ALWAYS appreciated. Our sitters work very hard and it really puts a smile on our faces when we know we’re appreciated. Here are some tips on how to thank your sitter… Tipping: Cash is always best. As a rule of thumb,

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Pet Sitter Insurance and Bonding

“Licensed, insured, and bonded” pet sitters SOURCE: https://www.petsitusa.com/blog/?p=795 by THERESE on NOVEMBER 27, 2007 Many pet sitters say they are “licensed, bonded, and insured” and proudly display it on their marketing materials and websites. What does all of this actually mean though? Insurance and bonding are pretty straightforward, but it’s the use of the word “licensed”

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