Do you provide longer-term vacation care?
Only occasionally at this point. My family and pets have requested my presence most weekends - but please feel free to check!

Are there any discounts for multiple visits per day?
I don’t discount for multiple visits because quality and the time spent traveling and caring for your pet is the same for each visit.

Is an in-home consultation necessary before taking care of my pets?
Absolutely! You need to make sure you and your pet(s) are comfortable with me and vice versa. The consultation takes about 30 minutes and I gather information about your pet’s routines and needs and have you sign necessary forms. Keys to your home are normally transferred at this visit as well. NOTE: Please contact me at least 1 week before you need pet care services to set up the initial consultation. I cannot provide pet care services before this important meeting takes place. Appointments can be scheduled Monday-Thursday up to 7 p.m.

What forms will I have to sign?
All professional pet sitters have a contract that explains the terms of service, as well as pet profiles that give us important information about the temperament of your pet, feeding regimen, exercise and play likes/dislikes, medical history and conditions, etc. There is also a pet owner contact form and, if necessary, a veterinary release for emergency treatment.

Why do you need to keep a house key?
Professional pet sitters keep keys for regular clients so that we don’t have to keep picking them up and returning them ($10 charge for each repeat key pick-up). Keeping a key on file also allows me to provide last-minute or emergency visits when needed. Keys are kept in a secure location and are coded so no personal ID information is available.

When is payment due?
Payment for one-time or infrequent walks or pet sit visits is due at the time of service. Clients who book at least 3 walks/sits per week can be billed monthly, if desired. A late charge of $10 will be applied if payment is not made within 7 days of the date of the invoice.
Other questions? Please e-mail me at linda@k9walks.com or contact me directly at 1-888-k9walks.