Pet Care Considerations for Your Dog or Cat

Video Transcript

"Hi! I'm Beverly for Expert Village. In this clip, we are going to talk about the differences between dog care and cat care. Dogs and cats require very different care and if you have a dog, you know this. They need to go out several times a day to potty and the pet sitter will come by to feed them, love them and also to give them that much needed potty break. If you have an indoor dog, most likely your pet sitter is going to want to schedule several visits a day, possibly three; in the morning, the afternoon and in the night time. If you have a dog that has access to the yard through a dogie door or something like that, he can have less visits; maybe in the morning, in the evening. Therefore he gets lots of attention still and he gets fed and he gets played with. However, some people do schedule one visit a day although that is not recommended because a dog needs more attention than that. Generally people schedule 2 or 3 visits a day. Pet sitters will feed, walk and play with your dog during the visits as well as picking up the yard and cleaning up after him. They can also administer medication. Cats are much more independent and since they can potty at any time they like in their litter box, they do not need as many visits. For cat care, most people schedule a pet sitter once a day or even once every other day unless there are special circumstances such as a need for medication. During a visit for a cat, the sitter will likely provide fresh food and water, clean litter box and play with or provide TLC for your kitty. At a boarding facility, your dog will be taken out of his crate several times a day to potty and for some exercise. The facility will prepare his food and any medication. The length and quality of exercise varies at different facilities. Your dog may also be allowed play time with other friendly dogs in the facility. If you place your cat at a boarding facility, she will most likely stay in her crate all day unless the facility has specified play times. Make sure the cattery has night light; preferably natural light and nice ventilation so your cat will be comfortable there. "