Not all pet sitters are created equal. Booking through a pet-sitting app doesn't automatically mean you're hiring a professional. Learn why credentials, education, insurance, professional memberships, and accountability matter when choosing someone to care for your pets and your home.

Wondering what it's like to become a client of The House Kat Pet Services? From your first phone consultation and in-home Meet & Greet to setting up Time To Pet, requesting services, making payments, and receiving visit updates, this guide walks you through the entire process. You'll also find important information about scheduling, cancellations, retainers, holidays, and what to expect before, during, and after your pets' care.

The food you put in your cat's bowl does more than satisfy their hunger. It helps shape their health for years to come. Learn how balanced nutrition, portion control, and understanding your cat's dietary needs can support a longer, healthier, and happier life.

Think your indoor pet can't get fleas? Think again. Fleas are expert hitchhikers and can enter your home on shoes, clothing, visitors, or even pet care professionals. As a pet sitter and shelter volunteer who regularly handles animals from different environments, I strongly recommend that all pets remain on monthly flea prevention. It only takes one flea to start a problem, but a monthly preventative can help keep your pets comfortable, healthy, and protected year-round.

Every summer, a neighbor, coworker, or relative posts that their teenager is available for pet sitting and dog walking. It feels like a nice thing to support, but as a professional pet sitter, I need to be honest with you about the risks nobody talks about until something goes wrong.

Networking not working? Here's why it happens, what to do instead, and why I founded Professional Pet Sitters of Nebraska.

Your Go-To Guide for Compassionate, Professional Pet Care – Part 5 Louie Contracts, Policies & Final Must-Haves Welcome to the final installment of our series on Your Go-To Guide for Compassionate, Professional Pet Care. So far, we’ve covered How to Choose the Right Pet Sitter, Questions a Pet Sitter Should Be Asking During Your First Inquiry, Questions a Pet Sitter Should Be Asking at the Time of Booking, and Minimum Standards of Care. Now it’s time to talk about something

Not all pet sitters ask the same questions. Discover what a thorough initial inquiry should include and how it helps ensure safe, reliable care for your pet.

To protect pets, all medical cases require written veterinary instructions and direct verification.

A rushed cat introduction can lead to lasting stress. Learn why slow introductions matter and how patience helps cats feel safe and secure.

When a diabetic cat is scared, claws and teeth aren’t “bad behavior”. They’re communication. This post explores why trust must come before needles, what responsible in-home diabetic care truly requires, and why sometimes the best answer is knowing when to say no.

Thinking about getting a gravity feeder for your pet? They may seem convenient and inexpensive, but they can quietly put your pet’s health at risk — from obesity to missed signs of illness. An automatic feeder, on the other hand, gives you portion control, fresher meals, and peace of mind. Learn why spending a little more now could save you costly vet bills later.

New laws across the U.S. are changing the way pet sitting and dog walking businesses operate—and the message is clear: higher standards and accountability are here to stay. From Texas to Massachusetts, states are tightening regulations to protect animals and hold care providers to professional standards. Now is the time for pet sitters to prepare—update agreements, review insurance, document care, and stay informed—so when these laws reach your state, you’ll be ready to keep

Helping anxious pets feel safe takes patience, trust, and respect. Here’s how we support nervous pets at The House Kat Pet Sitting.

Some clients have house guests while I'm caring for their pets—and that's okay! I don’t have a policy against shared care, but I do ask for clear communication. If the home isn’t left as I found it, I could be blamed for things I didn’t do. Let’s keep things respectful so I can continue offering flexible, trusted care without needing new rules.

Honesty about your pet’s behavior keeps them safe and helps us give the best care—no surprises, just support.

Pet care panic is real. Avoid the scramble—set up a sitter before life gets messy.

Pets are always communicating! Read their signals to ensure they feel safe, understood, and stress-free.

Whisker fatigue can make mealtime stressful for cats! Switch to wide, shallow bowls to keep their whiskers comfortable. 🐱

Cats’ keen noses hate dirty litter boxes. Scoop daily to prevent stress, accidents, and health issues. A clean box = a happy cat!