What to Bring for your Pet Sitter/Pet Boarder

Unfortunately, your pet cannot always travel with you. This is how to ensure your pet has the best possible experience, whether you are hiring a pet sitter for them or taking them to board.

Care options for pets

Pets are only sometimes the best companions for cross-country flights or grandmas who have delicate china collections. If you want to leave your pet on vacation with your grandma or find a companion cat for your weekend business trip, there are two options for you.

• Pet sitting Your pet can stay at home with a pet sitter while you are away. A daily sitter can come by your pet’s home for walking and feeding, or you can have an in-home sitter that will stay with them in their home to provide companionship and support. Pet sitting is an option for animals with anxiety or who struggle to get along with other animals.
• Pet Boarding: Your dog or cat will be boarded outside your home when you are away. You can board your pet at a boarding center, pet daycare center, or pet boarding facility that offers overnights. Or, you could have them stay in your home. Pet boarding is excellent for social pets. It may also include additional services such as a groomer. Traditional pet boarding is not the best option for pets with behavioral issues or need to be kennel-trained.

You can find someone you trust to care for your pet while away. If this doesn’t work, you can always contact professionals.

There are many boarding and sitting services available. It is essential to look for accredited providers to be sure you’re getting someone you can trust. The National Association of Pet Sitters will help you find a reliable pet sitter. The Professional Animal Care Certification Council provides a list of pet care facilities where you can leave your dog while you are away.

After you have found the best place to leave your pet or the pet sitter that will keep your cat happy, you can move on to phase 2. Prepare everything for your cat’s staycation.

What is Always?

You can choose to board your pet or sit for it. However, there are some things you need to make sure your pet is safe and happy. These are the essential items you should have ready for your pet sitter or your pet’s boarder stay.

• Identification: Make sure your pet has a collar and an I.D. tag. You can even microchip them for added security.
• Care instructions Do you have special needs for your pet? Write down everything you need, including instructions for preparing their food and triggers that can cause anxiety.
• Contact information for an emergency: Provide phone numbers to your veterinarian and a friend to call if you are unable.
• Supplements and medications: You should ensure that your carer has enough to last them for their stay. Also, make sure they know how to use them.
• Your pet’s medical records: Give your carer all details about their current vaccinations and medications. If you have insurance, please include it.
• A good collar/harness and leash If you need to walk your pet outside, ensure they have a properly-fitting collar/harness that they don’t slip out from and a comfortable leash.

How to prepare your pet sitter

Although you might not believe you need to prepare for a pet sitter, your pet will still live in your home. You should prepare and pack these for your cat or dog sitter.

• A guide to your home: Give your pet sitter instructions about where to find all the necessary items to care for your pet. How to navigate your home (alarm systems and off-limits areas. Where they will be sleeping. ).
• A guide to your pet: How does your pet’s day look like? Your pet sitter should be able to list your cat’s or dog’s favorite walks, and enrichment activities and when they enjoy them. They will be more likely to stick to their routine.
• A pet-proofed house: While your pet may have wonderful manners, things can get a little different when you aren’t there or if they are left alone for longer periods. You should restrict their access to food, valuables, or sensitive areas in the home.
• Have enough supplies to take care of your pet’s daily needs (food, litter and medication). You can also keep the essentials that your petsitter won’t use (shampoo and first aid supplies).
• Keep your pet busy: Your sitter should know what will keep them entertained, from your cat’s favorite toy to chews to fill their afternoon.

What to Bring for Pet Boarding

You’ll need to bring a bit of your home with you when you want to make your pet or dog feel at home away from home. It’s easy to pack a list of pet supplies for boarding facilities. They have everything you need, from grooming tools and toys to pet food. This is what you need to bring for cat and dog boarding.

• Pet food Your pet (and your stomach) will be happier if they have regular food while you’re gone. So make sure to bring dog food for boarding. You should prepare enough food for your pet’s stay, plus some extra just in case. If you leave your dog at boarding for one week, eight days of food is sufficient.
• Dog treats: If they have dietary restrictions, you can include some of their favourite treats and , especially.
• Your pet’s favorite toys: They don’t have to bring everything, but they can bring a favourite toy, blanket, or bed that soothes them.

This packing list will help you prepare your pet for boarding. It can be hard for you to be apart from your best friend, but you can make your vacations enjoyable with the right preparation.