Meeting your pet sitter: the questions worth asking
A useful first visit goes beyond handing over keys: it aligns routines, emergencies and the rhythm of your updates.
Trust starts before the booking. A first meeting at home lets your pet discover a new person while you are still there—and gives everyone time to ask the right questions.
The everyday details
Discuss feeding and walk times, but also what reassures or worries your pet. Some dogs dislike bicycles; some cats disappear when the intercom rings. Those details matter.
Access and safety
Test the keys, point out windows that should stay closed and show where to find leads, carriers and cleaning supplies. A trusted local contact can also be useful.
Updates while you are away
Agree on the rhythm in advance: a message after every visit, a few photos, or an end-of-day recap. A clear rule prevents unnecessary worry.
What if something changes?
Decide which situations require an immediate call, which can wait for your reply and whether the sitter may contact your vet. Good care also prepares for scenarios nobody expects.