dog sit

Watch someone's pooch

Dog sit means to care for someone else's dog temporarily, typically while the owner is away.

The arrangement can range from a few hours to several weeks: My neighbor dog sits for us when we travel.

Related forms: dog sitter, dog sitting.

Related

furry friend · good boy · walking · potty breaks · emergency care · feeding · overnight stays · companionship · grooming · crate · treats · belly rubs · veterinarian · animal trainer · training · leash · responsibility · food bowl

Opposites
pet care arrangement

dog sitboard

Flat rigid panel

kennel · boarding · institutionalize · shelter

pet service role

dog sitabandon

Leave behind permanently

relinquish · rehome · drop off

pet care arrangement direction

dog sitkennel

Enclosure for hounds

pet boarding · pet resort

Family

dog, sit, dogs, sits, sitting, sitter, dogged, doggedly, dog-sit

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G