They asked if I would pet sit next sunday. It's going to be all day, starting early morning so they said I could come over saturday night for supper, sleep over, pet sit on sunday then they could drive me home.
I enjoy animals very much, so I don't care if they pay me or not. But, if they offer... should I accept or decline?
This relative is my aunt. I am currently in college, with a part time job.
2006-11-06 05:55:35 · 23 answers · asked by Sammy 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I think I am going to decline the first time if they ask.. but if they ask a second or third time/ perswade me I will accept
2006-11-06 06:00:01 · update #1
it is a dog
2006-11-06 08:42:45 · update #2
If they offer say "oh you don't have to do that!" and if they say it again say "ok, thank you very much" That would be the southern thing to do. But if you need the money just take it and thank them.
2006-11-06 06:00:37 · answer #1 · answered by mandakate26 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Speaking from the pet owner's view... I know that I always pay my pet sitter regardless if it's overnight or for an entire week or longer. It is a great comfort knowing that you can leave your furry mates at home with someone you trust instead of taking them to a kennel (a lot cheaper too). My pet sitter is family and I still pay her very well for the time and effort she puts into not only taking care of my pets, but also staying at my home. I would hate to think of ever having to take my pets to a kennel where they may think they are being abandoned when they could stay in the comfort of their own home. Taking care of someone else's pet is a huge responsibility and I don't see anything wrong with accepting anything offered to you. If you feel uncomfortable, you can protest once simply say it really isn't necessary but you sure do appreciate it. To decline more than once would be a little insulting.
2006-11-06 06:05:31 · answer #2 · answered by aksteckel 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have the right idea. Decline the first time, since you don't really care about the money, but if they press the offer, it means they really want to, so it would be more polite to accept.
Since you're family, it will probably make them feel good to know they are helping out a deserving college student.
2006-11-06 06:51:26 · answer #3 · answered by teresathegreat 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If I was in your position, I would decline payment. I agree that if this was a repetitive thing, a small fee would be alright. But I'm of the opinion that family takes care of each other. It would be a very nice thing for you to pet sit for them free of charge.
2006-11-06 06:11:24 · answer #4 · answered by Erin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I firmly believe that doing a favor for a friend or relative should be a gift. I myself would not accept any money. If you feel it was a huge imposition to you or you had added responsibility like giving medicines or baths and etc., then you might want some compensation.
2006-11-06 06:01:19 · answer #5 · answered by roncarolhillsstupid 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It would be polite to decline the first offer , but if they offer a second time, go ahead and take it. They're just showing their appreciation.
2006-11-06 06:02:26 · answer #6 · answered by michaelsmaniacal 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would decline, for this one time, but if they want to make this a routine request, it wouldn't be inappropriate to accept something for the inconvenience.
2006-11-06 09:07:49 · answer #7 · answered by Ruby(NYC) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they offer you money> accept it, because if you don't they might think that it was a one time service....just a favor. It might be their way of showing you that your help is appreciated and they hope you will do it again.
If she doesn't even offer> accept that, too.... because maybe they will give you an awesome gift for Christmas instead.
2006-11-06 06:13:26 · answer #8 · answered by justmemimi 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I am not talking about your relatives, because I dont know u personally. But relatives can take advantage of the kinship relationships, when it comes to doing , helping, etc. That why I said yes, you should take the money and please so feel guilty or be made to feel guilty.
2006-11-06 06:04:07 · answer #9 · answered by jjewelzs 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well if she offers to pay you take the money. your aunt probably understands that even though you love animals, you are in college and money is tight. and every little thing helps.
2006-11-06 06:03:24 · answer #10 · answered by lasalle_1986 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋