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answered a question Has anyone been sitting for a house with no working shower?

I wouldn't worry too much about it. 10-15min isn't awful, and they did warn you ahead of time. The cat, I would take i...

answered a question Any recommendations for a beginning Sitter?

I have a few questions on what you said you are doing with an SD. But then mentioned an ESA. Those are not the same at a...

answered a question Being forced to use stripe?

Yes. Really hate that. I pay for 2 other merchant accounts already. Not thrilled I have yet another fee to pay. ...

answered a question Is it rude to ask client to leave you review on thank you card?

Absolutely not rude. I also send a message asking them to. ...

answered a question How do you handle requests from dog owners who don't want you to board another dog?

It isn't their house.. I don't understand how they can make that request. Other than if they also book your second spot....

answered a question Am I really underselling myself? or better yet am I making a financially good switch?

What are you offering? How much do you want to make? I charge $60/day for a boarding dog, and that's considerably less t...

answered a question Is there a way to reach out to owners and book with their dog?

No. They hire you. Not the other way around. ...

answered a question Damages cause by Dog, should owner reimburse?

Absolutely not the owner's responsibility. The dog was left unsupervised in your home, and not contained. It is your res...

answered a question Is it normal for sitter to eat your food and drink your whiskey?

Absolutely not. Report. ...

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answered a question Craigslist Fee to Advertise?

Definitely not my ideal client, personally. ...

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answered a question What do I do to treat this wound on this dogs nose, and what do you reckon is the cause of this injury?

Call a vet, and get the dog in. ...

answered a question Sitter Brought in Unauthorized People and Other Pets During Housesitting?

Absolutely report this sitter. ...

answered a question Can I leave my puppy crated for 12hrs with 20 minute breaks every 2-3hrs? ....tips needed for preventing cat chasing?

That schedule is absolutely spot on, and that's what I recommend to my clients. I'm a dog trainer, and have been for 12 ...

answered a question My dog died a few weeks ago, leaving behind a small female chiweenie, we are ready to get a second dog and and have an opportunity to get a pit bull terrier mix puppy for free. Is they good to be together like compatible wise?

Breed isn't the issue here. Free is an issue to me for sure. Bringing home another dog is another issue. Have you met t...

answered a question Can I wash my dog with Dawn?

Absolutely not. Would never use dish soap as a soap for myself, and definitely not my dog. It is a degreaser, and shoul...

answered a question What can I do for a stray dog's cough?

This is a snowball of an answer. I've worked with ferals for about 10 years. Look into Julie Hart in NM, she's pretty ...

answered a question What is the best dog food for beagles?

As many have already answered, I'll keep this short. I have been in the dog industry for 12 years, and I have studied ...

answered a question Dog skin issues?

Sounds like ringworm, honestly. Have you done anything to treat it yet? I would start with Bannixx. You can get on Amaz...

answered a question How to make my Lab wear the shoes?

This is an easy one! Have you ever done clicker training? Or used pressure to train? Either one will work here. Rewa...

answered a question Rate question for 2 dogs, and staying nights?

No one else can determine your rates. That's a very personal question. What are you worth? What is it worth to you to ad...

answered a question What to do about adult dog potty accidents in crate at night?

Have you sent in a fecal to your vet? Just collect a sample and send it in. They can test it without an exam. I would ...

answered a question Is it okay to crate my 5-month puppy for 4-5 hours 2x a day?

As long as she is getting her needs met when she is outside the crate, she should be fine for 3-4hrs MAX at a time at th...

answered a question My Little Bit just had ACL surgery and will be taking anitbiotics and pain killers for a while. Is there a probiotic for dogs to help counter the effects of the meds?

TONS!!!!! Yes. Most vets don't have nutritional background, so they don't even talk to you about this. Goat milk is an ...

answered a question My cairn terrier has a nasty cyst that is now the size of a large scallop or an Oreo cookie. It’s raw and bleeds. What can be done?

I cannot provide medical advice. However, based on your comment where he is not healthy enough for surgery (I do geria...

answered a question Why does my dog wait to eat?

Honestly, I wouldn't allow this behavior to continue. This can escalate easily. I would recommend separate feeding are...

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answered a question How to keep my dog from growling at my son?

Don't correct the growl. The growl is a warning, and should be praised instead as a 'thanks for letting me know you are ...

answered a question I have a couple of questions about my dog...can anyone please help?

Hi, dog professional of 12years here. Teach him 'leave it'. Very easy fix. There are a million different methods, but...

answered a question Can you get pink eye from touching dog poop?

No, you cannot. But please wash your hands whenever you have been handling dogs, picking up poop, holding leashes, trimm...

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answered a question Is cesar food good for my dog?

As many have already answered, I'll keep this short. I have been in the dog industry for 12 years, and I have studied ...

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answered a question Is it wrong to try and cancel a booking through Rover support because a dog made me feel unsafe?

Absolutely not wrong. Have you called Rover support? They recommend you call them first. In this case, if they can't h...

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answered a question What is RoverGo?

The website doesn't work. It just sends you back to the pet sitting website. ...

answered a question Is there a new formula for search result standings?

Same question. I have 20+ reviews, 50+ pictures, full profile, and 12 years experience with the background check complet...

answered a question What do you do when a clients dog damages something?

This happened to me in my early days. The client should never be held responsible. You were watching their dog when it h...

answered a question How do you handle it when a dog goes into heat in your care?

Use diapers when out of their crated area. Use a crate, and take off diaper. They usually clean up well after themselves...