Definitely let me know if you have any concerns regarding the pet- for me personally I have a cat, Sarah, that licks her back open whenever she is nervous. I always let our sitters know this so that they are prepared and know what to look for in case I need to come home from a trip early. Information like this would help me know signs to look for in your animal to make sure they are comfortable whilst you and your family are gone!

I absolutely LOVE taking my dog Elsa for walks, and it’s taken a lot of work getting her to feel comfortable going on them! We’ve worked hard and now try to go on 1-2 walks a day as long as it is not too hot or cold out. She is a pretty laid back dog and but absolutely loves her “babies” (toys). Now that we have three big dogs, though, the walking (and running) is left mainly to my husband while I am the one who feeds them, cleans any accidents, and is their nap time buddy in between sittings! When my parents’ three dogs were younger we always loved to play tug of war! I definitely follow the dog’s lead on whatever he/she wants to do, as I am up for anything, whether it be a walk, play time, or chill time! My cats are not the most energetic, they mostly love cuddles and following me around the house. On previous pet sits, I have had cats that absolutely adore playing. I make sure to keep them active when they want to by using any of their favorite toys, while also providing a safe space if they would like alone time or to sit with me!