As a UK pet owner, you likely understand the difficulty of leaving your pet at the kennels or the guilt of taking up a family member's time. Perhaps you'll also be away for an extended period, so all those emotions are wrapped up in leaving the house empty.
A solution? Seek out a pet-sitter at TrustedHousesitters, so your pet can be reliably looked after at home by someone who cherishes and understands them.
Travel with peace of mind
Go on a guilt-free vacation without relying on kennels.
Why a pet sitter is the perfect alternative to kennels
Kennels are undoubtedly a convenient option, but they do have their downsides. Below we'll explain why it might be time to swap the kennels for a pet-sitter:
Kennels can't compete with your own home
Taking your pet to kennels or a boarding service might place them in a home-like environment, but it's simply not the equivalent to their actual home, where they're used to its sights, sounds and smells.
They can maintain their regular routine
Being at home means your pet can maintain their regular patterns, rather than conform to something new. Again, spending time at home with a pet-sitter reaffirms comfort and ensures they don't pick up any bad habits.
It doesn't part the pack
If you're the owner of multiple pets, finding board can both be difficult and result in a worrying split. By choosing a pet-sitter, your pets can stay together at home.
You know they're being looked after properly
Depending on the length of stay, type of care and location, finding a pet-sitter can work out less expensive. There's something special in knowing that a pet-sitter has chosen to spend their time with your pet, too.
How can I get a pet-sitter?
With TrustedHousesitters, pet-sitters don't charge! You give them a place to stay on their travels, and they care for your home and pets – it's surprisingly simple. Here's a quick rundown of what to expect:
- Select an annual membership plan – Pay an annual fee and it'll grant you access to unlimited pet sits over the course of the year.
- Create a listing – Tell sitters about you, your home and your pets and their care requirements.
- Review applications – Vet sitters before you commit.
Once you've settled on your pet-sitter, it's then a case of going on your trip stress free, knowing your pet is happy at home and being looked after by someone who cares.
What pets are cared for?
TrustedHousesitter's network of pet-sitters cater for many different pets. These include the common: dog, cats, fish and smaller pets such as guinea pigs or hamsters.
But don't fret if you own a pet that's a little uncommon or has more specialist care requirements. Birds, horses, reptiles, livestock and poultry are also covered.
Can I trust my pet-sitter?
TrustedHousesitters have over 100,000 experienced sitters to choose from.
Profiles are third-party verified, including ID and background checks.
Home and Contents plan is also included for those who purchase Standard (the most popular) and Premium annual memberships at no extra cost. So, if something does go wrong at home and your pet-sitter's responsible, you'll be covered.
What do the reviews have to say?
TrustedHousesitters are rated Excellent (4.5 stars) on Trustpilot with a host of positive reviews that sing the praises of those who've connected with pet-sitters.
Here's what one user had to say:
"We were apprehensive using this site as this was our first time. We had a few applicants apply, and also invited applicants. Our experience has been outstandingly positive. Our sitters were incredibly attentive and caring with both our home and, more importantly, our beloved pets. Highly recommended."
Travel with peace of mind
Go on a guilt-free vacation without relying on kennels.
