02/17/2023
Just a reminder my pet sitting business is a full time job for me not a side hustle. And I really appreciate each and everyone of my clients and love all of the furbabies I have cared for. The average pet sitter charges a daily rate of $50, and most professional pet sitters charge more than $50, and the average overnight pet sitting rate is $75 to 85. My rates are well below what the average pet sitter charges daily. I give good quality care to all pets, and love them all like they are mine. I'm not a kid or a teenager, I'm an adult, I'm a professional, and I exceed all expectations when caring for your furbabies. I do not try to get away with doing the bare minimal. I always go above and beyond by doing little things like light housekeeping, taking trash out to the curb for trash day, cleaning up pet messes inside and outside, laundry, cooking meals for pets, taking care of plants and the clients house, and bringing in packages...the list goes on so with that being said it really upsets me when some act like my rates are too expensive, especially after all I do for my clients and their pets. I am almost always available, and almost always can take last minute bookings. I will and have literally dropped plans just to help my clients. And since I started pet sitting I have not canceled on my clients once or call out sick, I have actually have cared for pets while being really sick. I always show up, and I always spend quality time with the pets I care for. I don't just walk in spend 5 to 10 minutes and then leave. I spend 30 minutes or more with my furpals. The minimal time for a visit is 20 minutes but I almost always stay longer. Why?? Because I know pets miss their owners and I try to make sure while my clients are away they are happy and having fun. I also send pictures, videos and texts to keep my clients updated daily. I want to keep my rates reasonable because I am not trying to get rich off of my clients but I do value my time, the love I give your pets, and my business. I have only done one rate increase since I started my business and it wasn't a big increase. I don't like increasing my rates but the cost of living goes up every year. I know most of my clients respect me and value my pet sitting business greatly, and they show their appreciation and love for me by recommending my business to others or tipping. While tipping is nice, I don't expect them. And I know most people and families live on a budget and that'sanother reason I do not charge as much as most pet sitters. For repeat clients, I try my best to show my appreciation by continuing to do more than expected, and sometimes giving discounts or an occasional free day. I want to continue to keep my rates reasonable for all my clients. So please don't expect to pay less than others and don't expect to pay me the same as what a kid or teenager would be paid. I'm a mother of 4 and a small business owner. Pet Sitting is my life, my full time job. I love my job and I love animals. I want to continue to grow my business in hopes of one day in building a boarding facility and also have a animal rescue. Thanks for taking the time to read all if this. And again thank you to all of my clients who trust me to care for their pets while away. I know most appreciate me and my business and it shows. So thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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