Below you will find valuable information about hiring a pet sitter or dog walker. Hiring
someone to come into your home when you're not there is a big decision.  We try to provide
as much information as possible about this process so consumers feel safe and confident.
 If you would like to schedule a free consultation to learn more about us, call 248-629-6400
or email us at pets@keepingtrackspetsitting.com.
Some benefits of pet sitting...

  • Your pet stays in the comfort of its own home, reducing stress and fear

  • Your pet is not subject to negative experiences at kennels or boarders such as: unexpected
    illness, contact with unfamiliar animals, environmental changes, over stimulation, etc.  Even
    kennel workers understand that many pets, especially timid or illness prone animals, are
    not appropriate for kenneling and would benefit from in-home pet sitting.

  • Your pet will not have to endure stress related to transportation

  • Your pet is guaranteed to receive lots of direct love and attention from your pet sitter

  • Your home will be monitored at each visit, reducing potential for intrusion while  you're away
    and keeping your house looking "lived in."

  • Avoids imposing on friends, neighbors or family.

Some benefits of choosing Keeping Tracks...

  •  Experienced, loving, and reliable pet sitter.  It's not easy to find someone who you
can trust with two of the most important things in your life: your home and your babies

  •  No unknown sitters- you will meet your professional sitter

  •   Thorough background searches conducted on our experienced sitters. We only hire
sitters who have formal experience in the pet care industry.

  •  Online payment options including credit card and check acceptance through PayPal

  •   Fully insured by Pet Sitters Associates LLC and member of NAPPS and PSI

  •   Your sitter drives an unmarked (no advertising) vehicle, so as not to draw attention
to your absence

  •   Your sitter provides you with a journal log of each visit

  •   Often available on short notice at no additional charge

  •   We utilize professional legal and veterinary agreements and ensure that you
understand all of our policies and procedures.

  •   We stay educated about pet care and avail ourselves as a resource for clients
looking for pet and home care tips.

Tips for choosing a sitter...

Don't be afraid to ask questions. This is a big decision you are making and you
should feel confident about your choice.

Experience matters. Anybody can become a pet sitter, but not everybody is good
with animals and genuinely cares about the services they provide. Find someone
who has experience with animal care and feels like a good fit for your needs.

Don't rely solely on a pet sitters memberships and affiliations.  While they may show
a sitter's dedication to the profession, they aren't necessarily a good indication of the
quality of service the sitter provides.  Interview your sitter and find out for yourself if he
or she meets your requirements.

Make sure the sitter uses a contract and that you read it carefully. A professional will
use carefully written contracts. Contracts prevent misunderstandings and protect both
you and the sitter. A contract also indicates that you are dealing with a real business
and not just someone out to make a quick buck. Take time to read the contract,
understand what you're agreeing to and keep a copy on file.

Make sure your sitter is insured and, in some cases, bonded. Some full coverage
insurances include bonding type provisions, so a specific bonding policy may not
always be necessary. But some form of insurance is essential to protect you and
your sitter from accidents and unforeseen circumstances (breakage, lost keys,
bites, water damage, etc).

Don't be afraid to ask for references. Many clients share their comments with their
pet sitters. Sometimes sitters list these comments on their website or even allow
you to contact past or current clients.

Keep in mind that there are many costs covered by the fee your pet sitter charges.
Rates are determined to cover the sitter's fuel, vehicle maintenance, insurance
advertising, office supplies, membership fees, background checks and of course their
time and expertise.  So while it may sometimes seem like an expensive endeavor,
remember the many benefits, not least of which are peace of mind and quality care.

                                                      ...the best care for the things that matter the most
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