Tails From A Pet Sitter: 10 Things I Learned On The Job

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Don’t quit your day job just yet – our resident pet sitting pro shares some hard truths about the profession

Sure, pet sitting sounds like it’s all puppy kisses, belly rubs and wagging tails, but after many years and clients, I can safely say… “Not all the time!” Pet sitting is more than just puppy kisses – here are ten things I learned on the job:

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Rachel Leavy lives in Rochester, New York with her dog, Maria, and her gecko, Nigel. She has loved animals all her life, and has owned her own dog training and walking company for five years. When she’s not playing with puppies, she can usually be found writing short stories, riding horses or out at a play.

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