Now that the scary Halloween décor is put away and we start making Thanksgiving plans, the plunge into the hectic holiday season begins. The holidays can be a magical time. It can also be a crazy time with so much going on for all the members of the family, even our pets. It is also one of the busiest travel times of the year and can be a stressful, especially for pet owners. Knowing when to book your holiday sitter can make this time of the year wonderful again
Traveling anytime during the holiday season can make a hectic season downright chaotic especially as a pet owner. Good pet sitters are in very high demand during this time and planning ahead is the best way to ease this part of the holiday chaos. Let’s discuss some tips and planning ideas to ease the booking of a pet sitter for the holidays.
If you have a favorite pet sitter that you and your pet prefer, you should probably reach out as soon as your plans are firm. Pet sitters book up early for holiday season. The sooner the better, and really no time is too soon. However, most of us in our own real busy lives can forget this detail in the daily grind of life and family. At least 4-6 weeks in advance is best practice to be able to book a trusted pet sitter. For Thanksgiving and Christmas, you should try to lock down your sitter by mid-October if at all possible.
There are always things to consider even when booking this far in advance with everyone’s busy holiday schedules. A big consideration is meet and greet availability ensuring you and your fur baby are comfortable and familiar with the sitter. If you have multiple pets, pets that need specialized medical assistance, or has a strict routine or special needs, the sooner you make arrangements the better. Planning in advance gives you plenty of time to plan for your pets stay as well as yours. Schedules can be written out and be complete and include any pet quirks that could be helpful for your sitter. And avoiding the last-minute rush helps you cross one thing off your list early.
But if all the sudden you realize the holidays are almost upon you and no arrangements for your furry family member have been made, it is still worth the effort to reach out. Looking for a holiday pet sitter, dog walker during the holiday sitter, or drop in cat visits, or other pet services check out Peak City Puppies here https://peakcitypuppy.com/. The company is locally owned, all staff are employees not contractors, and there is always an administrative person available for your sitter and pet if any issues occur. You can make those plans and feel secure your pet will be well cared for when you need help.
