I have a dog, so i know how to take care of them really well, but i still want to make sure.
2006-07-16 04:50:34 · 11 answers · asked by ChaChaChingThing 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
That was a great tip about the journal..my dog sitter does that, and I love it...
Take a notebook to write down all instructions, and read your notes back to them to make certain you have everything right.
If you brush the dog it will make a great impression as well.
I always tip if my dogs have been brushed.
2006-07-16 05:48:34 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Be sure you have a written contract, stating the price that the customer is expected to pay and who is responsible for vet bills if the dog is injured or becomes ill. Make sure you have emergency contact numbers for their vet and the client's hotel and a local friend of the client who is authorized to make decisions if you can't reach the client.
Don't sit for any dogs that aren't vaccinated - your dog could be affected if the client's dog is sick. Keep your dog separate from the client's dog - especially if the dog is small or aggressive.
Is your yard clean and securely fenced? How will you find the dog if he gets loose, jumps a fence or runs away? Do you have a photo of the dog? Is he tattooed or microchipped? In case he is lost, this is the most reliable way of getting him identified and returned home.
What happens to the dog if YOU become ill or have a family emergency and have to go away? Do you have smoke detectors and a fire evacuation plan?
It's best to let the client bring the same food the dog is used to eating. (That's better for you and them - the dog won't get diarrhea from a food change.) What happens to the dog if the client has a problem and can't pick it up in a timely manner? Or refuses to pay the agreed on amount?
Do you have kids and do they have access to the dogs? Do they walk them or feed them? What if the dog nips one of them or someone else? Taking care of someone's beloved pet is a BIG responsibility! Be prepared!
2006-07-16 13:53:13 · answer #2 · answered by Danger, Will Robinson! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the best things you can do is to write a pet journal for them for when they return. If you are visiting the home, you might write down: "Fido was sleeping on the couch when I arrived. He was anxious to go outside and afterwards we enjoyed a good game of tug of war and a special doggy treat." Then add date and time. An extra touch is turning lights on and off, watering house plants and that sort of thing.
If the pet is kept outside make sure he has plenty of water and shelter. You can also make a journal including the times you visited and what the pet was doing. If he is confined in the yard a walk on a leash in the neighborhood will be a welcome pastime for the pet.
Thank you for being such a caring person for our beloved pets!
2006-07-16 12:05:11 · answer #3 · answered by petlover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure the dog looks exceptionally well-groom it and extras . Get a book from the library.
Teach it a trick and make sure it knows it well.
I take care of a lot of horses-and sometimes other pets. My relatives and friends call me first always. I always leave things better than before, it counts if you want this as extra money. Anyone can do basics-someone special does extras.
2006-07-16 11:56:29 · answer #4 · answered by *** The Earth has Hadenough*** 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go there neatly dressed with a book to read. Listen to what the dog owner has to say. Ask a couple of questions about the dog and all should go well
2006-07-16 11:53:46 · answer #5 · answered by Ya-sai 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One more tip, never open the door to walk he-she without the dog being on a leash. Don't want doggie getting loose when owners are gone.
2006-07-16 12:16:16 · answer #6 · answered by June V 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure the dog is kept feed and watered. Play with it so it gets to like you and let the owners see your repore. May sure it doesn't tear the house up, clean up any messes and above all make sure it doesn't run away from you.
2006-07-16 11:55:11 · answer #7 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask them who their vet is and have them give you the number & directions just in case. ask if the dog has any problems or if it needs medication. other than making sure the dog has clean water and food your good to go. you could pick up the dog's poop too, if you really wanted to make them happy!
2006-07-16 11:57:38 · answer #8 · answered by Arr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You usually get tips unless you d a bad job but if you do a great job dont call the union if you dont get a tip!LOL
2006-07-16 11:54:28 · answer #9 · answered by Lexi:Puppy Lover of the USA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dog owners would love you if you really showed you cared about dogs, play with them and follow their instructions.
2006-07-16 11:57:19 · answer #10 · answered by belle♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋