House and pet sitters current or aspiring: how to ace your engagement and score great sits...

In our experience, we believe that becoming a successful house and pet sitter is all about trust, communication, and professionalism. To ace your engagements and secure great sits, start by treating pet parents like valued clients. Consistent, timely communication is key – before, during, and after your sit. Over-communicate initially to ensure pet parents feel at ease; this may mean updating them more frequently until they’re comfortable. Respond promptly to messages and show respect for their home and pets. Remember, most pet parents who have gone to the trouble of finding a house sitter (you) in the first place consider their pets to be their children, or in the very least, a much-loved part of their family. Put yourself in their shoes and you'll see that all they want is to know their pets are happy, loved, and maintaining their usual routine.

You can make house and pet sitting work for you as a digital nomad or slow traveller, and to be successful at winning many (and repeat) sits, keep in mind that your goal is to build confidence with the pet parent. By being communicative and professional, you’ll not only earn glowing reviews but also foster trust that can lead to word-of-mouth referrals.

Whether you’re getting paid or sitting in exchange for accommodation, your reputation is everything. Invest in it by treating every sit as an opportunity to prove you’re dependable and caring – someone they’d love to have back.

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