{"id":2606,"date":"2016-03-18T02:28:24","date_gmt":"2016-03-18T02:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/anartfuldogger.com\/?p=2606"},"modified":"2016-07-12T23:28:12","modified_gmt":"2016-07-12T23:28:12","slug":"are-pet-sitting-rates-flexible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/anartfuldogger.com\/are-pet-sitting-rates-flexible\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Pet Sitting Rates Flexible?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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I’ve covered the nuts and bolts of pet sitting rates<\/a><\/span><\/span> and more things that are factored into the cost of pet sitting<\/a><\/span><\/span>, but here is yet another popular question my furry crew, my colleagues, and I have to field:<\/p>\n Are pet sitting rates flexible?<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n The short answer: yes and no.<\/p>\n It depends on your situation. You may need overnights or live-in stays for a period of time, while you need only dog walking or hourly visit at other times or a combination of all of them. Pet sitters offer different packages and tiers to suit those occasions.<\/p>\n However, due to the exclusive nature of professional pet sitting in your home, expect to pay full price to compensate for limited availability. Sitters reserve a good block of time in their schedule to ensure that your pets and your home are best taken care of. Solo sitters like me in particular can only be in one place at a time. In addition, a slot can’t be easily replaced in the event of cancellation, especially in extended stay, overnight, or live-in arrangements.<\/p>\n Pet sitting in your home is the best all-inclusive option<\/a><\/span><\/span> out there at a premium, but if you still insist on getting the lowest rates or even freebies, here are a few suggestions:<\/p>\n Now that you have enough information to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of different pet sitting arrangements, you should be well informed to make your decision in choosing the best one for your specific situation. Here’s hoping you’ll find an experienced sitter within your budget!<\/p>\nInternational house sitting platforms<\/span><\/h2>\n
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