petsitters

Vacation animal caretakers

Petsitters are people who care for animals while their owners are away.

The term covers both professionals who run pet-sitting businesses and friends or neighbors doing a favor.

Unlike boarding facilities, petsitters typically come to the pet's home or keep the animal at their own: We hired petsitters so the cats could stay in familiar surroundings.

tasks

feeding

Giving food to

walkingLocomotion on foot
groomingSelf-care for appearance
bathingImmersion for cleanliness

brushing · medicating · exercising · playtime · cleaning · litterbox · aquariums · cages · training · socializing

trust

reliability

Consistent, predictable performance

dependabilityConsistent trustworthy nature
bondingForming close connections
referencesSources cited for verification

insured · vetted · reviews · reputation · credentials · experience · recommendations · professionalism · accountability · responsibility

companionship

affection

Warm emotional attachment

bondingForming close connections
playtimeRecreation period for children
cuddlesAffectionate close holding

interaction · comfort · nurturing · empathy · attention · enrichment · socialization · exercise · stimulation · routine

vacation

travel

Movement between locations

holidayDay of rest
getawaySwift departure or retreat
tripPlanned travel somewhere

emergency · absence · respite · worry-free · updates · photos · check-ins · homecare · housesitting

animals

dogs

Domesticated barking mammals

catsSmall domesticated felines
birdsEgg-laying flying vertebrates
fishGilled aquatic vertebrate

rabbits · hamsters · reptiles · furry · paws · claws · whiskers · meow · bark · kennel

Opposites

care location

petsitterskennels

Dog housing facilities

boarding facilities · catteries · doggy daycare · pet hotels

care relationship

petsittersowners

Those holding legal title

Family

petsitter

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