Become a pet sitter in Leeds

Thursday, 30th July 2015 at 10:23 AM

If you are retired and looking to fill some of your free time why not become a pet sitter in Leeds.  Due to ever increasing demand for our services there has never been a better time to become a pet sitter in Leeds.  We are actively recruiting people throughout the area would like to become a pet sitter in Yorkshire knowing that they are working for an established, insured company.

If you would like to become a pet sitter in Leeds we would love to hear from you.  Our application process is detailed but friendly and we will come to meet with you in your own home to chat over the job.  It is a flexible job that fits in with other commitments and you can do as little or as much as you would like.  Become a pet sitter in Leeds today to explore the area and meet some lovely pets!

Finding a pet sitter online

Thursday, 30th July 2015 at 10:22 AM

When you start the process of finding a pet sitter online it is important to ensure that you fully explore all the options that are available to you.  Finding a pet sitter online can now be more complicated than it ever has been.  Numerous websites have sprung up declaring that they can help when you are finding a pet sitter online.  However, it is important to remember that professional pet sitting companies are there for a reason: we want to offer you a quality, one stop service to ensure that your home and pets are lovingly cared for with the back up of a professional company in the event of a complication and comprehensive, bespoke insurance rather than a basic block policy. We help you in finding a pet sitter online with the right experience and the right skills to help.  A professional company are not just interested in getting subscriptions from people, we get to know our clients and offer on going support.

Finding a pet sitter online

can also throw up the problem of background checks etc.  Many listings sites declare that they have verified their sitters.  These verification systems are basic at best.  Checking a postal address and taking a few random references is nothing like the proper process you should go thru when finding a pet sitter online.  By coming to a professional service this hard work is done for you.  Our pet sitters are fully checked.  We take 20 years of employment history, 3 characters references in writing with a follow up phone call, police checks and most importantly they are interviewed face to face in their own homes before being employed so that we can ensure that the very best care is given.

Finding a pet sitter online

via a listing may not be the good idea it may well seem at first.  It is always wise to ensure that you have chatted to your vet and professional contacts to help you find the service that gives you the very best peace of mind. 

Pet Sitter listing websites

Thursday, 16th July 2015 at 10:32 AM

Over the last year there has been an influx of pet sitter listing websites appearing.  Many have frequently posted adverts on Facebook claiming that pet sitter listing websites are the new way to find a sitter.  Many have now evolved and claim to do security checks along with providing insurance with the suggestion that they offer a more traditional service rather than just being pet sitter listing websites.  This is a very scary claim.

One look at pet sitter listing websites can show you the clear difference between these and a professional pet sitting service.  The security checks are little more than a verified email and at best a address check.  This does not give you the peace of mind of knowing people are who they say they are, that they have relevant experience, a verified employment history, character references and a police check to ensure that they do not have a criminal record.  Most importantly these companies never meet their 'sitters', do not get to know them and make only the most basic effort to match them with the right clients. Pet sitter listing websites will never compare to a professional service who should do all these things as standard and work hard to ensure that the right match is made between sitters and clients.

When recruiting sitters pet sitter listing websites advertise pet sitting as an easy way to make money, an easy way to find accommodation and a great way to travel the world.  There is often very little mention of a love of pets, and the fact the pet sitting is not an easy task to undertake.  It should be done for the right reasons, in line with guidelines set out by the company.  You sitter should want to be with your pets and should be on site for all but a few hours a day doing so.  There is no guarantee this will happen with someone found on pet sitter listing websites as they are essentially under no obligation.

The insurance claimed by pet sitter listing websites is basic at best and when undertaking a sit with them it is vital to be aware that in the event of a problem there will  be very little cover.  If you check the small print you will also find that they have a very high excess which you would be required to pay.  A service such as ours provides comprehensive, bespoke insurance tailored to the needs of our clients and their pets.

Reading the guidelines on a pet sitter listing website will give you an idea of how they expect a sit to run.  They 'suggest' a possible meet up first and 'suggest' it might be a good idea to get vet contact details.  A professional company will arrange this as standard and will ensure that a comprehensive set of details are put together both for the running of the house and for the care of your pets.  It should not be an after thought!

A pet sitter listing website may appear to be a slightly cheaper alternative to a professional service but it is important to remember that you really do get what you pay for.  Even a service that initially appears to work well is tested when there is a problem, and unfortunately that can be too late.

How to find a pet sitter

Thursday, 16th July 2015 at 10:31 AM

When planning holidays or business trips you are likely to ask how to find a pet sitter.  When asking how to find a pet sitter there are a number of options open to you.  The majority are now found online but the question of how to find a pet sitter that suits you still remains!  Word of mouth recommendations are always a great way to find a good local contact so be sure to ask your fellow pet owners. If you are still unsure and questioning how to find a pet sitter online we can give you a little advice on what to look for:

- Do they have a clear, comprehensive website?
- Can they provide references?
- How long has the business been trading?
- Are there FAQ to explain the ins and outs of how their service works>
- Are they personally carrying out the care?  Do they have staff?
- Is the service insured?
- Are they happy to chat things over on the telephone/in person?

These are the basic questions you need to be looking at when asking how to find a pet sitter and more importantly how to find a pet sitter who suits you and your pets!

Find a pet sitter

Tuesday, 13th January 2015 at 11:07 AM

When you start the process of finding a pet sitter it is important to ensure that you fully explore all the options that are available to you.  Trying to find a pet sitter via the internet can now be more complicated than it ever has been.  Numerous websites have sprung up declaring that they can help when you are looking to  find a pet sitter.  However, it is important to remember that professional pet sitting companies are there for a reason: we want to offer you a quality, one stop service to ensure that your home and pets are lovingly cared for with the back up of a professional company in the event of a complication and comprehensive, bespoke insurance rather than a basic block policy. We are finding a pet sitter with the right experience and the right skills to help.  A professional company are not just interested in getting subscriptions from people, we get to know our clients and offer on going support.

Using an online service where people register independently to find a pet sitter online can also throw up the problem of background checks etc.  Many listings sites declare that they have verified their sitters.  These verification systems are basic at best.  Checking a postal address and taking a few random references is nothing like the proper process you should go thru when finding a pet sitter.  By coming to a professional service this hard work is done for you.  Our pet sitters are fully checked.  We take 20 years of employment history, 3 characters references in writing with a follow up phone call, police checks and most importantly they are interviewed face to face in their own homes before being employed so that we can ensure that the very best care is given.

Trusting an online listing service to

find a pet sitter

may not be the good idea it may well seem at first.  It is always wise to ensure that you have chatted to your vet and local contacts to help you find the service that gives you the very best peace of mind.

Booking a live in pet sitter

Tuesday, 6th January 2015 at 10:28 AM

At this time of year many people are looking at booking a live in pet sitter.  In fact we get numerous calls asking when is the right time to get on with booking a live in pet sitter.  It really is beneficial to look at booking a live in pet sitter sooner rather than later as services such as ours are often in great demand. Booking a live in pet sitter can be difficult at short notice and even if we can help you, you may find that the sitter has to travel slightly further than normal. Booking a live in pet sitter with us is easy and many of our clients find that booking a pet sitter early in the year works well for them.  The way we work allows for a little flexibility with dates so that you know you are booking a live in pet sitter who can work with you and your requirements.

For more information on booking a live in pet sitter click here.

Booking a pet sitter

Tuesday, 6th January 2015 at 10:27 AM

At this time of year many people are looking at booking a pet sitter.  In fact we get numerous calls asking when is the right time to get on with booking a pet sitter.  It really is beneficial to look at booking a pet sitter sooner rather than later as services such as ours are often in great demand. Booking a pet sitter can be difficult at short notice and even if we can help you, you may find that the sitter has to travel slightly further than normal. Booking a pet sitter with us is easy and many of our clients find that booking a pet sitter early in the year works well for them.  The way we work allows for a little flexibility with dates so that you know you are booking a pet sitter who can work with you and your requirements.

For more information on booking a pet sitter click here.

Finding a pet sitter online

Monday, 8th December 2014 at 13:31 PM

When you start the process of finding a pet sitter online it is important to ensure that you fully explore all the options that are available to you.  Finding a pet sitter online can now be more complicated than it ever has been.  Numerous websites have sprung up declaring that they can help when you are finding a pet sitter online.  However, it is important to remember that professional pet sitting companies are there for a reason: we want to offer you a quality, one stop service to ensure that your home and pets are lovingly cared for with the back up of a professional company in the event of a complication and comprehensive, bespoke insurance rather than a basic block policy. We help you in finding a pet sitter online with the right experience and the right skills to help.  A professional company are not just interested in getting subscriptions from people, we get to know our clients and offer on going support.

Finding a pet sitter online

can also throw up the problem of background checks etc.  Many listings sites declare that they have verified their sitters.  These verification systems are basic at best.  Checking a postal address and taking a few random references is nothing like the proper process you should go thru when finding a pet sitter online.  By coming to a professional service this hard work is done for you.  Our pet sitters are fully checked.  We take 20 years of employment history, 3 characters references in writing with a follow up phone call, police checks and most importantly they are interviewed face to face in their own homes before being employed so that we can ensure that the very best care is given.

Finding a pet sitter online

via a listing may not be the good idea it may well seem at first.  It is always wise to ensure that you have chatted to your vet and professional contacts to help you find the service that gives you the very best peace of mind. 

Finding a pet sitter

Monday, 8th December 2014 at 13:18 PM

When you start the process of finding a pet sitter it is important to ensure that you fully explore all the options that are available to you.  Finding a pet sitter via the internet can now be more complicated than it ever has been.  Numerous websites have sprung up declaring that they can help when you are finding a pet sitter.  However, it is important to remember that professional pet sitting companies are there for a reason: we want to offer you a quality, one stop service to ensure that your home and pets are lovingly cared for with the back up of a professional company in the event of a complication and comprehensive, bespoke insurance rather than a basic block policy. We are finding a pet sitter with the right experience and the right skills to help.  A professional company are not just interested in getting subscriptions from people, we get to know our clients and offer on going support.

Finding a pet sitter online can also throw up the problem of background checks etc.  Many listings sites declare that they have verified their sitters.  These verification systems are basic at best.  Checking a postal address and taking a few random references is nothing like the proper process you should go thru when finding a pet sitter.  By coming to a professional service this hard work is done for you.  Our pet sitters are fully checked.  We take 20 years of employment history, 3 characters references in writing with a follow up phone call, police checks and most importantly they are interviewed face to face in their own homes before being employed so that we can ensure that the very best care is given.

Finding a pet sitter

via an online listing may not be the good idea it may well seem at first.  It is always wise to ensure that you have chatted to your vet and local contacts to help you find the service that gives you the very best peace of mind.

winter holidays

Thursday, 16th October 2014 at 12:10 PM

When you are planning your winter holidays it is important to consider the impact of leaving your home during inclement weather.  Winter holidays open your home up to the possibility of damage thru wind, rain, flooding, snow and ice.  Booking a house sitter to look after your home during your winter holidays ensures that your property remains maintained and cared for in your absence.  Your house sitter will also care for your pets and garden to ensure you really relax and enjoy your winter holidays.

Our house sitters are available throughout the year, including the winter months.  If you would like to discuss your plans for winter holidays with us we can ensure than appropriate care is provided by our professional service.

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