When you are considering a pet sitter, find out what their daily routine will be. Your pet may already have a routine in place which the sitter will need to work with. Ask questions so that you understand what your pet will react to when he or she stays with the sitter.

There are many benefits to hiring a pet sitter to care for your pet while you are at work or when you are traveling. One of the most important is that you'll have a pet sitter to care for your pet and give them attention. Many pets that are left alone become destructive and depressed.

When working out the details about your needs with a pet sitter, find out about feeding. Some pet sitters will provide food and water to your pet. Others will request that you supply their food. You don't want to assume that you know what they will need here.