How to Find a Dog Sitter

You are going away for the weekend, and you need a pet sitter. But to be exact, you need a dog sitter. Below I have listed some great pet sitting and dog sitting resources.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. 

   Contact the Pet Sitters International: 1-800- 268-SITS. The is a great organization to find reputable and responsible pet sitters.

2. 

   Call the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters: 1-800-296-PETS. People that utilize their services are very happy with the results

3. 

   Ask your local vetinarian if he or she can refer you to a responsible dog sitter. Vendors normally contact these clinics to advertise thier services, such as dog siting.

4. 

   www.craigslist.com is a great website to find pet sitting and dog sitting services.

5. Check the classified ads in any dog or pet magazine.

6. Call your local Humane Society. Sometimes the staff will offer pet sitting services to you. Anyone working for the humane society, has a great love and respect for animals, so your dog will be safe.

Tips & Warnings

• Check references before letting anyone watch your dog

[dorigillman]

on 6/15/2009 you hit all the places. your local newspaper will have some listings, too.

[cherylphillips]

on 6/11/2009 great post 5*