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House Sitting Blog

Why house sitting works

House sitting is gaining serious momentum around the world as one of the preferred ways for people to live and travel. So why has it become so successful over recent years?

 

House sitting stories: Pepper the rescue dog

Meet Pepper, a very good boy who loves treats, belly scratches and chewing stuff.

 

How often should you walk your dog - A guide for pet sitters

Dog owners and pet sitters understand that their canine friends need walking. But how much is enough, and when should you do it?

 

What to do if you have a pet-related emergency

The most important thing for homeowners is to know that their pets are in the best possible care. So how do you prepare for the unexpected, and how do you respond?

 

Euthanising pets – an essential act of love

If you own a pet, you need to be ready to say goodbye to them at some point of their life. Hopefully, this doesn't happen before they have lived a long, healthy and happy life. Euthanasia can be heartbreaking. But it is also a final act of love.

 

The best animals to look after as a pet sitter

During our six years as house sitters, we looked after many kinds of pets. Different pets have different levels of needs – and as house sitters, some were easier to look after than others.

 

The best thing you can do for your pets & home while you’re away

It can be stressful thinking about the home arrangements for while you’re away especially if you have pets. A solution that is becoming popular is house and pet sitting.

 
 
BIG THANKYOU Aussie House Sitters. Your service enables me to travel & live safely for work purposes. Your site is perfect for both home owners & sitters needs. Congratulations AHS for your outstanding service. Highly recommended to the public. Teresa

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