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Pet Sitting

Term from Animal Care industry explained for recruiters

Pet sitting is a professional service where individuals care for pets in either the pet owner's home or their own home while the owners are away. This can include daily visits or overnight stays, involving tasks like feeding, walking, administering medications, and providing companionship. It's different from traditional kennels as it offers more personalized, one-on-one care in a familiar environment. This field has grown significantly with the rise of mobile apps and websites that connect pet sitters with pet owners, similar to how babysitting services work for child care.

Examples in Resumes

Managed a successful Pet Sitting business serving 20+ regular clients

Provided Pet Sitting and House Sitting services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets

Earned 5-star ratings as an independent Pet Sitter through online platforms

Typical job title: "Pet Sitters"

Also try searching for:

Pet Care Provider Animal Care Specialist Dog Walker House Sitter Pet Care Professional In-Home Pet Care Provider Professional Pet Sitter

Where to Find Pet Sitters

Professional Organizations

Job Platforms

Social Networks

Example Interview Questions

Experienced Level Questions

Q: How do you handle emergency situations with pets?

Expected Answer: Should demonstrate knowledge of emergency protocols, relationships with local vets, and ability to make quick decisions. Should have examples of past emergency handling and preventive measures they take.

Q: How do you manage multiple clients during peak periods?

Expected Answer: Should explain their scheduling system, time management strategies, backup plans, and how they maintain quality of care while handling multiple clients.

Intermediate Level Questions

Q: What is your process for meeting new clients and their pets?

Expected Answer: Should describe their meet-and-greet process, how they assess pet temperament, gather important information, and establish trust with both pets and owners.

Q: How do you keep pet owners updated during their absence?

Expected Answer: Should mention communication methods like text updates, photos, daily reports, and how they handle different client preferences for communication frequency.

Entry Level Questions

Q: What experience do you have with different types of pets?

Expected Answer: Should be able to discuss basic pet care experience, even if just with personal pets, and show willingness to learn about different animals.

Q: How would you structure a typical pet sitting visit?

Expected Answer: Should outline basic visit components: feeding, walking, playtime, cleanup, and checking home security, showing understanding of time management.