"Pet owners may breathe a sigh of relief that they have these services for their pet when they travel. In the past when an individual would travel for business, or a family would vacation, they would rely on neighbors or relatives to see to the needs of their pets. This is no longer an option for many people.
"Some individuals tried to travel with their pets. They assumed that it would be best for their pet to not be separated from them. These good intentioned pet owners soon realized the folly of their ideals when they discovered that drinking water in some areas wasn't up to par, leash laws were different in each area, and the chances of finding a lost pet in a strange area were minimal.
"Extended car travel is not good for a pet, either. Animals can quickly become dehydrated and agitated when left in a locked car while the family is inside a restaurant, or mall. The chances that a pet could possibly get hit by an automobile rise every time a pet is taken into a public area, such as parking lots or the city. Pets do not like being kept in a crate in a hotel. They do not like being muzzled for barking or for snipping at strangers. Pets just generally do not like being away from home.
"Air travel is not pleasant for a pet, either. The cargo holds on airplanes have erratic temperatures. There is no heat, and there is no air conditioning. The sounds in these cargo areas also frighten animals and make them skittish and nervous. Some pets even require medication prior to flight. Taking your pet on a plane should only be considered under extreme circumstances.
"Pet owners soon realized that while they were comforted by the presence of their pet on a trip, the pet was out of its comfort zone and did not behave like its usual self.
"Options were limited for a traveling pet owner. Some people gave up and simply refused to have an animal if they were going to have to be away all the time. That was until the Pet Sitting business made its arrival into the small business industry.
Copyright © 2005, Ian White
A few of the reasons pet owners hire professional pet sitters:
- Pets are happier and experience less stress at home.
- Diet and exercise are uninterrupted.
- Travel trauma for both owner and pet is eliminated.
- Pet's exposure to illness is minimized.
- Untrained friends, family, or neighbors need not be called.
- In-home professional pet care provides added peace of mind.
- Pets receive individual loving attention.
- Your pet-sitter is just a call away in case of an emergency.
