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Sometimes, the best solution for caring for your dog while you are away is to hire a paid, qualified, professional individual: a pet sitter. He/ She will not just spend quality time with your dog, but will also give it exercise, provide food and water and pay attention to its veterinary needs.
When you choose the dog sitter, make sure that he/ she provides written proof of commercial liability insurance and recommendation letters from previous customers. You should also discuss the possibility of related services, such as walking and training. Moreover, make sure that the dog sitter can easily reach a vet during her working hours in case of an emergency. It also helps if the prospective dog sitter would visit you before actually starting the job in order to meet your dog.Â
As for you, you can make the dog sitter’s job easier by leaving clear instructions, supplies, and your phone number in case of emergencies.