Professional Pet Sitter Week 2025: What Happens During a Pet Sitting Visit by Paskapoo?

This week marks Professional Pet Sitter Week, a time to recognize the dedication and hard work of professional pet sitters who provide essential care for pets while their owners are away.

At Paskapoo Pet Services, we take great pride in offering exceptional pet sitting services, ensuring that every pet receives the attention and love they deserve.

If you've never hired a professional pet sitter before, you may be wondering: what exactly does a pet sitter do during a visit?

At Paskapoo Pet Services, we've been providing pet sitting services for almost 15 years, so our scope of work is well established 👍

We understand, though, that it may not always be clear to pet owners what happens when we're in their home caring for their animals.

So, let us walk you through a typical pet sitting visit, Paskapoo-style! Our approach is structured, thorough, and ensures that your pets (and your home) receive premium care while you're away.

✅ Planning and Preparation

Before the first visit of the day, we:

• Establish our daily schedule to ensure efficiency in both time and fuel, reducing our carbon footprint in Calgary while meeting all client needs.

  
  

• Check our professional pet sitting software to review each home’s details, special instructions, and any updates from pet owners.

  
  

✅ Arrival and Home Security Check

When we arrive at your home, the first thing we do is make sure everything is as it should be:

• Outdoor Inspection: We check for signs of break-ins, ice buildups, open gates, or anything unusual that might indicate a problem or a safety issue.

  
  

• Pet Greeting: We locate all pets, ensure they look healthy, and give them a reassuring hello! For "houdini cats", we bring our own wi-fi cameras to monitor their whereabouts.

  
  

• Indoor Inspection: We check for pet accidents, water leaks, missing or out-of-place items, and ensure the indoor temperature is within a comfortable range.

  
  

✅ Caring for Your Pets

Once we confirm everything is in order, we move on to the core of our visit: your pets!

• Feeding & Medication: We follow your instructions carefully, ensuring your pets receive the correct food, fresh water, and any medication they require.

  
  

• Litter Box & Enclosure Cleaning: A clean environment is essential! We scoop and clean litter boxes and/or enclosures daily.

  
  

• Tidy-Up Time: We clean up feeding areas, around litter boxes, and any other pet-related accidents.

  
  

• Play & Companionship Sessions: Whether it’s engaging with interactive toys, or simply offering cuddles and a reassuring presence, we provide enrichment and companionship tailored to your pet’s personality.

  
  

  Did you bring food?

✅ Additional Home & Property Care

We go the extra mile to ensure your home stays in good order while you're away:

• Sidewalk Shoveling: We clear out fresh snow and apply ice melt to your sidewalk to ensure safety and to comply with local bylaws. When time permits, we may also shovel your driveway and front steps!

  
  

• Trash and Litter Locker Management: We take out garbage, replace liners, and empty litter lockers as needed.

  
  

• Garden & Plant Care: We water indoor and outdoor plants according to the schedule.

  
  

• Mail & Package Collection: No one wants their Amazon deliveries sitting outside too long! We bring in your mail, newspapers, fliers, and packages.

  
  

• Vehicle Check (if requested): If our clients request it, we check on their vehicles, especially if they are parked on a busy street.

  
  

  

  We care for indoor plants too!

  
  

✅ Final Steps: Keeping You Informed

Transparency and communication are key, so before we leave, we:

• Write a Detailed Report Card: This report, accessible via our client portal and email, includes photos, videos, checklist, updates, and any observations from our visit.

  
  

• Monitor Health & Well-Being: We take note of anything unusual in your pet’s behavior, appetite, or health and notify you if something seems off.

  
  

  

  I don't want my pet sitter to leave...

  
  

⭐ The Paskapoo Standard

By now, we hope pet owners have gained a deeper understanding of the many details and tasks involved in our pet sitting visits. From feeding and playtime to administering medication and ensuring comfort, each visit is tailored to meet the unique needs of your pets.

Every pet sitting visit at Paskapoo Pet Services follows this structured approach, ensuring that all pets receive the love and care they need. Our professionalism and attention to detail set the standard for what every pet sitting visit should be 😊