Hi, we’re Kasey & Charlie. After a lot of visits around Walton, Union, Florence and Independence, we’ve learned that the trips that go smoothest start with a little prep the night before. Here’s the checklist we wish every pet parent had. Use it with us or with anyone you trust with your pets.
Food & water
- Enough food for the whole trip, plus a couple of extra days in case your plans change
- A note with exact portions and times, or pre-portioned bags labeled by meal
- Treats, and which ones are okay (and how many)
- Clean bowls, plus where you keep the spares
Medication & health
- Every medication in its labeled bottle, with the dose, the time, and how your pet takes it best (pill pocket, in food, by hand)
- Your vet’s name and phone number, and the closest emergency vet you’d want us to use
- Anything we should watch for: allergies, past health issues, or behavior that would worry you
- A copy of vaccination records, just in case
Supplies
Some sitters bring a few basics of their own, so it’s worth asking. We always bring our own waste bags and trash bags, so you don’t need to leave those out for us.
- Leash and harness right by the door
- Litter and a scoop for cats
- Paper towels and a pet-safe cleaner for accidents
- Toys or a favorite blanket, especially for pets who get a little anxious while you’re gone
Your home
- A working way in: door code, lockbox or key, and double-check that it works before you leave
- Gate codes, garage or alarm instructions, and where to park
- Close off any rooms you’d like us to stay out of, and let us know which ones they are
- Leave the thermostat at a comfortable temperature for your pets
- Have cameras? That’s completely fine with us, no heads-up needed!
Routine & personality
- Their normal day: wake-up, walks, potty breaks, meals and bedtime
- Hiding spots (cats are experts) and escape habits (dogs at the door)
- Walk rules: other dogs, kids, squirrels, and anything that sets them off
- The little things that make them happy. We love knowing these!
Before you go
- Your travel dates, and the best way to reach you while you’re away
- A backup local contact who can get in if something comes up
- Anything extra you’d like done, like bringing in the mail, watering plants or moving the blinds
Booking with us? Most of this gets covered at your free meet & greet and in the pet care form we send afterward, so you won’t have to remember it all on your own. Take a look at our services and prices, read the FAQ, or request your dates. You can always just text us at (859) 346-0605, too.
With love from Kasey & Charlie