Before you hand over a key
How to hire a sitter or walker here
This directory lists independent sitters and walkers. It does not employ, bond, or guarantee them. Ask these yourself.
Can I see an insurance certificate?
Ask before a key changes hands. We mark a row "not stated" unless they showed us a certificate. We do not insure them.
Who shows up?
Same person every visit, or a rotating roster. That is their answer, not ours.
Sit, walk, or both?
Drop-ins, overnight sitting, and mid-day walks are different jobs. Get the offer in writing.
Cats, dogs, other?
Say the species and the temperament. A "dogs" chip is not a promise they can handle yours.
Keys and entry?
Who holds the key, how it is stored, and what happens if a visit is missed.
Backup?
Ask who covers if they are sick. We do not provide a backup.