What Makes Christmas House Sitting Special
The Christmas season brings people together, including homeowners, house sitters, and the pets who connect them. Some families pack their bags for gatherings or summer holidays, while others settle into new homes to care for pets and enjoy a calmer break. Whatever your plans, house sitting during Christmas creates small moments that make the season feel special.
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October is Mental Health Month, and while we often focus on ourselves, it’s also the perfect time to think about the pets who share our homes and hearts. Our companions bring comfort, joy, and laughter, but they rely on us too. Just as they support our wellbeing, it’s our role to nurture theirs.
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Leaving your home and pets in the care of someone else can feel like a big step, but with the right preparation, it can also be a stress-free and rewarding experience. Whether you’re heading away for a weekend or planning a longer trip, taking time to prepare your home properly will ensure a smoother stay for your sitter — and peace of mind for you.
Here are some key things to consider before your sitter arrives.
Continue reading “Prepping Your Home for a Pet Sitter!”Leaving your home and beloved pets when you travel can be a source of stress. However, engaging a reliable house and pet sitter offers a fantastic solution, providing both peace of mind and practical benefits. This updated guide will walk you through everything you need to know to find the perfect sitter, leveraging recent trends and best practices for a seamless experience.
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Have you ever noticed that the soft, almost inaudible click signalling the TV powering up is enough to summons your pawesome pet pal from wherever they may be? Are your pet’s eyes transfixed on the screen as you watch the latest episode of Neighbours together?
In an age of digital entertainment, where streaming services are entrenched in everyday TV viewing and binge-watching is a cultural phenomenon, it’s not just humans who are attracted to the glowing screen. Furry friends across the country – and the world – are snuggling up on the couch with their humans to watch along for entertainment and stimulation. Continue reading “Do pets love TV as much as we do?”
If one of your goals this year is to live in the moment and travel more, then there’s sure to be times when you need to organise a pet sitter for fido or kitty at very short notice. Here’s how to best approach finding your ideal pet sitter for a last minute getaway.
More detail is usually better than less, especially when organising a pet sitter at short notice. Include photos, care requirements and consider the way you phrase your expectations. If there are special pet care requirements or home maintenance, list these details in the position listing. Continue reading “How to organise a last minute pet sit”
While its strongly advised to never give a pet as a surprise gift to a friend or relative, adopting a fur-friend into your home could be your festive wish this year. If you’re considering welcoming a dog, kitty or other pet into your home this year, there’s many reasons to consider adoption.
According to RSPCA, over 19,000 dogs, more than 35,000 cats and over 40,000 other animals were received by RSPCA shelters and sites nationally during 2021/22. Of the animals they rescue, Pet Rescue recorded 85% pet adoptions in the same period with Victorians taking over Queenslanders for the highest rate of pet adoptions. Continue reading “Consider adopting a new fur-family member”
The New Year is a time when we tend to make promises to ourselves and others about making the most of every day. This year, add a pet’s perspective to your New Year’s resolutions for a fur-friendly 2023.
Here are just some of the resolutions you might like to consider for this year, but the options are endless and can be designed specifically to suit you, your fur kids and your lifestyle. Continue reading “Pet-Friendly Resolutions for the New Year”
‘Tis the season for bright lights, colourful tinsel, glittery baubles and trinkets. While festive decorations set the scene for merry celebrations, here are some pet safety tips to ensure all members of the family have a good time.
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Do you like to snuggle up with a furry friend in bed or prefer a paw-free night’s sleep? The experts say that there are significant mental health and well-being benefits to cuddling up with a furry friend each night.
Of course, this sleeping arrangement doesn’t suit everyone and while a cuddly companion does bring comfort and reduce stress, they have also been found to disrupt our sleep.
In a survey of Mindahome pet sitters, 22% say that the pets they cared for wanted to sleep alongside them.
It’s understandable that pet parents and their fur kids get into certain habits, however, sleeping arrangements should always be discussed with a pet sitter before taking on the position.
Here are some of the questions pet sitters and owners should cover before a sit to ensure a stress-free experience – for pet sitter and pet!
For pet sitters who prefer their own space at night, it’s best to include this preference as part of your profile. Alternatively, make it a point for discussion during initial conversations with pet owners.
For pet owners looking for their ideal pet sitter to keep their fur-kids company while they’re away, browse sitter profiles online. Pet sitters can also browse pet sitting positions online to find a furry friend to cuddle.
