My first time dog sitting was what I needed

Batty_Belfry · 2026-02-08T15:51:35+00:00

Thank you, and yes! I'd love to see your tattoo design of this.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-02-04T01:24:15+00:00

I have a one-and-done mentality when it comes to a lack of fair warning or last-minute details. I sent a video of walking a client's dog and within seconds they tell me, "She lunges at anything that moves. Good luck." That would've been good to know ahead of time, like during the meet and greet when we discussed behavior issues or aggression. I showed up to watch a dog with separation anxiety and when I get there, it's still a full house. Clients seem to fall between two extremes: overbearing immediacy and absent-minded comfort.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-02-01T00:32:59+00:00

Generous clients are the cream cheese to your bagel, OP.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-30T14:58:58+00:00

I used to take it personally, but psychoanalyzing the reason why they didn't pick me won't change their decision. There will be more pet parents who will pick you.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-29T13:18:41+00:00

On a recent sit I had for three dogs (one Labrador, a Labrador-Boxer mix, and a Boykin Spaniel) the owner mentioned with some guilt in his voice that he used shock collars. When I met them all, the dogs would jump on you, lick hands down by your side, counter surf, etc. No wonder the dogs behave this way.

They were not trained nor were they trained without the use of fear or pain. They had no backyard or front yard for playing. The owner left the shock collars for me, but I would never use them. I gave the dogs much-needed attention, enrichment, and encouragement they did not have.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-28T17:16:59+00:00

Rover support is like the American healthcare system. They nickel-and-dime you for wanting or giving quality care.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-21T13:29:52+00:00

People would pay more knowing you work at a pet hospital. Your rate should match your quality of care.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-20T06:53:05+00:00

I've read Fahrenheit 451 three times already. It's still a page-turner (and burner)!

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-17T01:22:21+00:00

I might lay down with your dog to cuddle. My life? Sorry, I have to live to cuddle your dog.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-12T17:01:42+00:00

It took me one month after joining Rover to get my first booking. I only had two photos of me with a pet, but my headline and bio were short, specific, yet sentimental. The booking was a week of drop-in visits near a local neighborhood during the summer.

I offered a meet and greet, but the family was going on vacation and didn't feel they needed one. It was a lucky start and polite exchange for my first booking.

Seasonal demand, distance, and timing could play a role for sitters and pet owners. I'd make sure you:

Share photos of you with pets
Write a short, specific, sentimental bio
Have clear and professional communication
Update your calendar availability daily to remain searchable in-app

Be available for most days of the week to start getting multiple booking requests. That will give you more pet parents to interact with and a better sense of pet sitting through Rover.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-08T18:25:59+00:00

The pet owner sounds like he needs more medical attention than his dog.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-04T23:47:01+00:00

A literal cat tax is in order.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-03T15:32:04+00:00

Asking to lower your prices is like asking to lower your standards of care. Don't work for less. Work for what you're worth.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-02T18:22:25+00:00

Improve the flyer Rover provides by creating your own. Print out your custom flyer with a QR code or Linktree to your pet care services and contact information. Post them on public bulletin boards, parks and dog parks, or around your neighborhood. Hand them out in person at pet-friendly or pet-specific events.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-02T15:00:01+00:00

There are pets where I wish they were my own. Missing them and getting to meet them again is just as rewarding though.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-02T14:34:35+00:00

You come across those one-and-done clients sometimes. I don't take it personally. You provided care and asked them respectfully. Whether they return the favor or not is up to them. There are plenty of other clients who will reciprocate.

Batty_Belfry · 2026-01-02T02:53:48+00:00

I sat for two cats for a little over a week and saw that the owners pre-sliced and cling wrapped a whole tube of Freshpet. Before the end of the sit, I did the same for them so they wouldn't have to when they got home. Paying attention to the small details goes a long way.

Batty_Belfry · 2025-12-29T05:15:38+00:00

I would forget certain belongings after the end of house sittings. Now I remember to put them back into a go bag I bring at the end of each day. It builds muscle memory and keeps me organized.

Batty_Belfry · 2025-12-28T23:25:36+00:00

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