- Make sure doors and windows are securely locked
- For the comfort of your pet, adjust the thermostat before leaving.
- If applicable use timers on interior lights and program them to turn on at dusk and off at bed time.
- Leave notes for your sitter
- Inform your pet sitter about any unusual habits when left alone: ie: hiding places, hairball's, destructive behavior.
- Notify your vet that a pet sitter will be caring for your pets, and authorize vet to extend medical care during your absence if it becomes necessary.
- Remove candy, nuts, coffee from counters.
- Make sure any off limit areas ie. bedroom, study etc. are secured.
- Toilet lids open/ closed?
- Make sure cupboards and storage areas are secured. A bored or determined cat can "go where they have never gone before".
- Make sure that there is enough food, litter and cleaning supplies to last your trip.
- Leave out extra litter bags.
- If applicable advise your concierge that your pet sitter will be visiting and authorize entry.
- If using a lockbox, remember to secure it in the designated spot.
- Leave out lots of toys, playthings, scratching posts to keep pets from getting bored.
- Leave the radio on a classical music channel, soft gentle music provides your pet with a sense of calm.
- Use motion sensors on exterior lights. If evening visits are scheduled to your home your pet sitter will really appreciate this safety precaution.
- While on your trip don't forget to send your pet a postcard, we would be happy to read it to your pet :)
- Enjoy your trip knowing that your pets and home are being cared for by a professional pet sitter!
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