Pet Sitter Checklist
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Before Leaving your Pet
Arrange an initial home visit to familiarise your pet with their new minder.
Make sure the pet sitter and your pet get along together.
Schedule for feeding & walking.
Make sure to have plenty of food, litter and medical supplies available.
Have all food, toys and cleaning equipment in easy to find locations.
Close any rooms you don't want your pets to access and lock if need be.
Clean tanks, cages, kennels, etc just before pet sitter arrives.
Leave contact details of where you'll be and the number for your vet.
Have a neighbour, relative or friend who knows your pets well on standby.
Getting your Pet Ready
Ensure that your pet is licensed and has all the appropriate identification equipment
If your pet has any health problems then get them taken care of.
Have your per registered at the local animal shelters.
Rules for Your Pet
Is pet allowed outside at certain times only?
Is your pet an inside or outside animal?
Is your pet only allowed to eat certain foods?
Is your pet allowed to eat between meals?
Is your pet allowed on the furniture or beds?
What is your policy on scratching furniture or carpets?
Do you have any methods of punishment for breaking of rules?
Pet Supplies
Pet bedding.
Tanks, cages, kennels etc.
Food, drinks and treats, include bowls and food containers.
Health care products and medications.
Toilet equipment.
Pooper scoopers, mops, buckets and cleaning products.
Toys and play items.
Walking and exercise equipment.
Cleaning and/or grooming equipment.
Travelling items.
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Presented by:
Nicole Nichols-West
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Who it's for
This Pet Sitter Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Pet Sitter essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Pet Sitter structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Pet Sitter Checklist
- Save Pet Sitter Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Pet Sitter (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.