08/03/2026
Ever wonder what a pet sitter does to prepare her own pets before leaving town?!
Since I’ve been on the go lately, I figured I’d share a little BTS look at what I do before another pet sitter takes over.
First things first, my cats are on automatic feeders, so I make sure they’re full and ready to go. I also have notes in their feeding instructions to just double check the feeders daily to make sure they’re working properly.
For Ollie, I make sure we have plenty of food on hand (which is important when your gigantic dog eats 7 cups a day 😅).
I also set out any supplements and medications the cats & Ollie may need, along with clear instructions. As pets get older, things happen, and I never want anyone guessing if they need something… Whether it’s Benadryl for allergies, Trazodone for anxiety, or Carprofen if Ollie’s feeling sore, everything is clearly labeled with instructions for the sitters. Also because I am who I am lol, I have all those details details in my TTP for meds as such.
I also go through the house and make sure everything is set up exactly how I’d want it while I’m away:
✔️ Water bowls filled
✔️ Leash & gentle leader are in appropriate places
✔️ Toys, beds, blankets are where they belong
✔️ Lights, doors, windows are how I want them to be & stay
✔️ Pet care instructions updated
Side note: Yes, I actually have my own client account in Time To Pet. 😂
One thing I’ve learned over the years is that the more information you provide, in an organized fashion, for your pet sitter, the smoother everything goes. Detailed notes help ensure your pets’ routines stay as normal as possible and make it easier for us to provide the best care while you’re away; as in open blinds in the morning, close blinds at bedtime which is in my personal portal notes for Ollie, Roscoe & Ivy.
Now excuse me while I go double check my pets’ notes for the 50th time this summer 😅🤣