Since I have become a doggie sitter, I have no pets of my own. I think this is a big factor on how I am generally booked back to back. As far as the meet and greet goes, personally I do not care for it. I find that a lot of the pet owners are as busy as I am and they feel forced into this meet and greet by the site. So, right away in my first response I let the owners know that it is not required, but of course if they want to set up an appointment I will gladly meet whenever their schedule allows it. Most people if really that curious after reading my profile and looking at the photo's will or can drive by if they want to check out the neighborhood, etc., I know I would.