Pet Sitting Fees & Policies

 I offer Pet Sitting Services, which comes in handy when you have to work overtime or just want to go on vacation!  I typically do not provide service to outside dogs or cats and encourage you to keep all cats indoors while you are on vacation.  I provide services for dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, ferrets, and small caged pets. 

• Fees for households with more than 6 pets will be determined during the free consultation visit.
• Fees for households with special needs will be determined during the free consultation visit.
• Fees for households with pets that required medication administered, will be determined during the free consultation visit.

Free Consultation Visit

Your Free Consultation Visit provides new clients the opportunity to meet me, discuss your needs, and the chance to be properly introduced to your pet(s). I require this step before a reservation can be confirmed.  I require two keys to your home. If I must make an additional key the fee is $20.00. If you do not provide keys at the first consultation visit and it is necessary for me to return to obtain keys, there is a $20.00 fee. Most clients prefer for me to keep their keys.

Vacation Pet Sitting Policies

The New Client Consultation Visit is required with at least one owner before providing the first time services. You must download, read, and sign the Pet Sitting Contract before scheduling the free new client consultation visit. The Pet Sitting Contract protects both the Owner and the Pet Sitter and must be signed by both parties prior to scheduling visits.

• 3 visits per day are required for dogs without access to a doggy door and securely fenced yard.
• 2 visits per day are required for dogs with access to a doggy door and securely fenced yard.
• 1 visit per day is required for cats, birds, fish, and small caged animals.
• The total cost for households with more than 6 pets will be determined during the free consultation visit.
• We will determine the total cost for households with special needs pets at the time of the free consultation visit. (Includes medication administered)
• Up to 2 fish tanks can be fed with no additional fee.
• I need two keys to your home. The fee for making an additional key is $20.00.
• If you do not provide keys at the first consultation visit and it is necessary for me to return to obtain keys, there is a $20.00 fee.
• A 50% deposit is required when booking and the balance is paid 2 weeks before the scheduled visit starts. Holiday visits must be paid in full at the time of booking.
• 50% of the deposit will be refunded in the event of a cancellation if canceled 15 days prior to the start date.
• Cancellations after the remainder of the balance is paid forfeit a refund. 
• Cancellations during holidays forfeit the entire payment.
• Last-minute reservations must be paid in full at the time of booking.
• Cancellations of last-minute bookings forfeit a refund.
• Dogs walked off your property must wear collars with identification and rabies tag and be leashed.
• Pets transported must wear collars with identification and rabies tag.​
• I must be informed about any anticipated visitors and service providers during your absence. For your safety and the protection of your home, if I arrive at your home and find someone not anticipated, I will call law enforcement first.
• Due to safety reasons and liability reasons, I do not job share, meaning I will not pet sit if another person is also pet sitting or "dropping in to check on everything". For example, if a neighbor, family member, or other pet sitter is "helping" I will not be able to pet sit for you.

Visit Frequency
For safety reasons, I typically try to schedule all visits after Sunrise and before Sunset; however, visits are scheduled as close to your pet's regular schedule as possible.

​Typical Home Visit Schedule:

Morning Visit: 6:30-7:30 am
Evening Visit: 4:30-6:00 pm
Tuck In Visit: 8:00-9:30 pm

Reservations

For new clients, please schedule your free new client consultation visit approximately two weeks before the start of services. Please DO NOT leave a message assuming you have reservations.

I ask that you schedule services for existing clients as soon as needed. 

Holiday Policy
Pet Sitting Visits over holiday periods incur a holiday surcharge of $10.00 per visit for Federal Holidays, plus Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, & Father's Day. The holiday fee does not apply to the individual holiday only. Several days before or after the actual holiday may also fall under the Holiday Policy.

Holiday Premium rate days include:

New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Valentine's Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Day before Christmas Eve, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Day after Christmas.​

I require full payment in advance for the entire service before I can book visits during any period that includes a holiday. 

Keys

If you wish to hire me for my pet sitting services, I require two copies of your house key during the initial free consultation visit.  At your request, I will return your keys in person within 7 days of the end of your services. However, I recommend you leave your key in my possession for ease the next time you need my services.  This allows you to avoid future key pick up fees of $20.00.  Please note: Entry only via a garage door is not acceptable due to the possibility of mechanical failure and weather related power outages.

Messages

Most clients prefer to hear from me at least once a day. I will text or email you, each visit if you prefer. I have been known to send clients a cute picture or two and updates while they are away. If you do not prefer pictures of updates, please let me know. Remember, my main goal is for you to enjoy yourself and not worry about your home or pet(s).

​Final Visit

Please remember to contact me when you have returned home safely.  Otherwise, I will continue visiting to assure the safety and well-being of your pets. Additional trips will be charged at the regular rate. You can call or text (704) 925-2577. Do not email me. I cannot guarantee that I will receive emails in a timely manner.

Service Area

Landis, China Grove, Enochville, Kannapolis, Rockwell, parts of Salisbury.