Preparation is the key to a smooth and enjoyable pet sitting experience. When your sitter has everything they need at their fingertips, they can focus entirely on making your pets happy and comfortable.

1. Stock Up on Food, Treats, and Essentials

Ensure you have more than enough pet food, treats, litter, and waste bags to last well past your scheduled return date in case of travel delays. Leave clear instructions regarding portion sizes and feeding times.

2. Organize Medication and Vet Documents

If your pet requires medication, clearly label each bottle with dosages and administration times. Keep your veterinary vaccination card and medical history in an easy-to-spot location, along with your regular and emergency 24-hour vet clinic contact details.

3. Prepare Access, Keys, and Alarms

Test spare keys, remote controls, and alarm passcodes beforehand. Document key alarm procedures, bin collection days, and gate access codes in your PetSitter Express care notes.

4. Set Up Sleeping and Exercise Gear

Leave out favorite toys, leashes, harnesses, towels for rainy walks, and grooming tools. Clearly mark which areas of the house are accessible to your pets.

5. Complete Your PetSitter Express Care Agreement

Use the platform to document fridge permissions, guest policies, and behavioural quirks. Everything agreed during your Meet & Greet is saved directly in your booking dashboard for quick reference.