Texas Pet Bed & Breakfast Board Pet Checkers

Pet Checkers

The term "pet sitter" implies someone “sits” with your pet the entire time you are gone

In most cases, however, it would be better to use the term “pet checker” as most only check on your pet once or twice during a twenty-four hour period. Many times there is little or no supervision, exercise or companionship.

Emphasis all too frequently is placed more on the quantity of calls rather than the pet’s welfare since pet checkers are usually paid by the job.....there are differences, and you should know about them before you leave your pets home alone.

Misconceptions
Many misconceptions exist between what pet care professionals can provide, and what pet checkers do in the absence of pet owners. Since Texas Pet Bed & Breakfast has a genuine interest in the welfare of the pets they care for, here are some points for consideration.

At Texas Pet Bed & Breakfast our kennel staff is available to provide care should the need arise.

· With no social interaction or routine the pet may become ill or howl or bark nonstop.

· Pet may suffer needlessly due to delayed treatment for illness or accident.

· Pet may bar entry of pet checker - "protecting" his home, or hide under a bed preventing adequate care.

· Pet may run away to find his owner, or hurt himself trying, especially during thunderstorms, or fireworks.

Costs
One of the primary reasons pet owners revert to pet checkers is price. As you well know, good quality care does not come cheap, but consider that Texas Pet Bed & Breakfast have invested great capital in state-of-the-art facilities and the finest trained staff. Texas Pet Bed & Breakfast is financially motivated to provide excellent care and service and to develop and maintain long-lasting relationships with the pet owners.

Home Security
While the care and well being of your pets is your main concern, you should also consider the risks of strangers (whether bonded or not) having access to your home and personal property.

Separation Anxiety
Pets suffer emotional stress when their owners leave whether they're left at home or placed in a boarding kennel. It is how those providing the care respond that makes the difference in the pet's emotional state.

Health & Welfare
Stresses brought on by the pet owner leaving may cause an illness to come on quickly. Disorders such as bloat, diarrhea and heatstroke need prompt attention or the pet may suffer needlessly. Home accidents such as ingesting household poisons, injuries or bee stings can be fatal if not treated immediately.