Find out CRITICAL questions about to ask your potential Pet Sitter
Understand VERIFICATIONS Sitters must have before hiring
Know what TRAINING qualifies a Pet Sitter to care for your pet
Understand the key step recommended by RSPCA Vets to decrease RISK of fatality.
Learn what Properties and Pet Sitters you should AVOID

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Some of what is covered

Owning a pet can be a whole lot of fun. You might think you only have to feed them, give them water and a haircut every other month. However, you also need to ensure you have booked a Sitter who has taken care to create an environment can play in freely without risk of injury, sickness or other outside threats.

Know which types of Sitters to AVOID

Set Clear Expectations

Decrease RISK, Make Wise Decisions

What you will learn

We cover the following topics to guide you with best practice to look for in a Pet Sitter.

1. Steps to Booking a Great Pet Sitter

We go through a brief overview of the steps involved. We give you a Pet Care Needs Assessment Questionnaire which will help you understand the type of property or level of experience suitable for your pet.

2. Finding a Suitable Qualified Sitter

Depending on the answers to the Pet Care Needs Assessment Questionnaire - this will help you narrow down the service you need to book, the type of property required, the physical strength, the hours, energy levels or medical skills required of the Sitter you will need

3. Property Hazards

Just like no two pets are the same, no two properties are the same. We give you two key property criteria to consider when selecting a Pet Sitter if your pet is going to stay at the Sitter’s home, along with a Property Checklist.

4. The 'Meet n Greet'

We give you key interview questions to ask along with a template of your Pet’s Profile. We show you how to request a Property Walk through and how to safely introduce pets.

5. Pet Preparation

We share how to prepare your pet before a stay, what you need to shop for, and what you need to bring.

6. Emergency Planning

We give you information to provide your sitter in advance that they will need in the event of accident or illness and you are uncontactable.

Who is this ebook for?

This ebook is for time-poor or travelling Pet Owners who are thinking about outsourcing some of their pet’s care and want to understand how to book the right Pet Carer for their pet. This eBook will help to decrease the risk of illness, injury, escape, or even death of your pet while they are in care.

Shift work Pet Owners

Need a dog walker to keep your pet happy and relaxed while you sleep? Perhaps a doggy day carer? This guide will help you understand what to look for when you book one.

Solo Pet Owners

Pet Owners without a network to rely on can find it challenging to find trusted pet care. Don’t worry, we’ve been there. We guide you through the process of finding trusted care.

Frequent Flying Pet Owners

Grooming and Vet Appointments just not fit with your busy schedule? This guide will help you book a suitable Doggy Day Carer or, a Pet Sitter for when you are interstate at meetings.

Holidaying Pet Owners

Do you need a House Sitter to come and stay in your home? Or are your pets small and portable and able to stay in a Pet Sitter’s home? This guide is for you.

Caravaning Pet Owners

Are you on the road, travelling with your pet, and enjoying exploring? Some venues, beaches, or walking tracks, don’t allow dogs. This guide will help you understand what to look for in a Sitter who offers day care or evening care.

Pet Owners of High Needs Pets

If your pet has an illness or condition that requires an experienced Medical Carer, this ebook will help you find the right type of Sitter.

What other Pet Owners Say

We Could Tell You How Good We Are, but we’d rather our Pet Owner Customers speak for themselves

"We had a great first experience with PetCloud. It was very easy to set up and post a job and applicants started replying to it straight away. The lady we chose to look after our dog was so lovely and took great care of our dog, she was clearly a dog person!"
Rachelle G. in Salisbury, Qld

"Tori was a very genuine and caring dog sitter. From the meet and greet I felt comfortable and was sure Sheba would be well looked after and made to feel part of the family. Have definitely had a great experience using PetCloud and would use Tori in the future with no hesitation. Would highly recommend her. Beats putting your pet in boarding kennels as they receive more care and attention and live this way."
Rosa S. in Guildford West, NSW

"PetCloud provided me with the knowledge and process to feel confident in knowing how to find a Pet Sitter who follows best practice in pet care. PetCloud. I have recommended them to my friends at work and can’t say enough good things about them!"
Kerrie, Greensborough VIC

"We had a last minute call to head away for the weekend, and we weren't able to bring our puppy Huey with us. After finding the Petcloud site, we found Karisma, ...We were very impressed with Karisma and her family, and will certainly be using them again in the future! Thank you :) Mel & Geoffrey."
Geoffrey H, Cammeray NSW

Frequently Asked Questions

Why this eBook?

PetCloud has taken what was once a cottage industry, & created a world-class framework to guide Pet Owners to making wise decisions. Not all Pet Sitters are the same. Not all websites are the same.

How much does it cost?

It’s FREE. We care about you and your pets and our mission is to make responsible pet care easy.

Why should I care about Insurance, Qualifications & Verifications?

What would be the impact on your holiday if you suddenly had to pay $16,000 in Veterinary surgery bills if your pet swallowed a foreign object or got out of the yard? The right qualifications and checks will ensure your pet is handled with the right care.

Does it help me know what things at a Property I should look out for?

Yes. We give you a checklist for both inside and out of a Sitter’s Property.

Will it cover Interview Questions?

Yes. It will cover Interview questions, a pre-stay list of things you need to buy for your pet, a list of how to prepare your pet. We also provide a list of common questions to ask Pet Sitters.

How do I know the information is correct?

We could not have created this eBook or made PetCloud as safe as it is today without the help of Senior Vets, Foster Carers, Dog Trainers, & Inspectors from the RSPCA. They have years of training and experience.

More Testimonials

Hear directly from fellow Pet Owners we’ve helped.

This was our first time using PetCloud for a day sitting and Lori looked after well of our girl with frequent updates and videos. Thanks so much.
Serkan K in Petrie, Qld

PetCloud was amazing for a last minute change of plans , we found Chloe and as soon as I met her I knew our boy was in safe hands. Chloe took the best care of him .
Kelly S in Quakers Hill, NSW

What can I say? Julie was fantastic. Great experience using PetCloud for the first time. If all sitters are like Julie then why would anyone use a cattery or kennel for their pets? Photos and email updates every day, house was spotless when I got back, she bought toys and treats for my cat, and obviously loves what she does.
Max R, Springwood Qld

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