FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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Question: Whatʼs the difference between Pet Sitting and Boarding a pet?

Answer: Boarding a pet means removing the pet from its familiar surroundings to stay at a boarding facility. While there are some decent facilities out there, boarding can put undue stress on pets and there is potential for the petʼs health to be at risk (kennel cough, parasites, etc.). Pet Sitting is a superior option because pets stay in their own home and maintain their normal activity and feeding regimen. Peepers Pet Watch makes daily visits, as many times as needed, to care for pets entrusted to us.

Question: Do you take pets into your home?

Answer: No, we make daily visits to pets in their own home environment to walk, feed, water, administer medications, play, and cuddle them. Peepers Pet Watch is not licensed as a
boarding facility, nor do we want to be. Itʼs just so much better for pets to be in their familiar surroundings, sticking to their usual feeding schedule and exercise routine.

Question: Whatʼs the difference between Pet Sitting and Dog Walking?

Answer: With Peepers Pet Watch, Pet Sitting or Pet Visits provide a complete range of service like walking, feeding, watering, administering medications, playing, and cuddling. It can
also include basic home watch services like collecting mail/newspapers, turning lights on/off, opening/closing blinds, etc. Our Dog Walking service is usually a shorter visit primarily to allow dogs to relieve themselves when parents are working long hours.

Question: Besides travel, why else do people hire Peepers Pet Watch?

Answer: There are many situations when people need help with pet care including:

• professionals working long hours whose pets need mid-day breaks or medications
• people temporarily unable to care for their pets, after surgery, for example
• seniors who can no longer take pets for lengthy walks or to the dog park
• anyone who cannot find time in their busy schedule to get pets to appointments (grooming, vet, etc.)
• people who are ready for a professional pet sitter rather than relying on a friend or neighbor watch their pets

Question: What is a “professional” pet sitter?

Answer: To Peepers Pet Watch, calling ourselves “professional” carries with it standards of excellence and ethics. Your pets get the best of care and you are treated with respect
and courtesy. We are a registered LLC (limited liability company) with the State of Florida and registered to conduct business in Lee County; we are insured and bonded; we are committed to providing our services in a reliable, trustworthy, and caring manner; we are committed to continuing education and professional development; we are members of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters and prescribe to their Code of Conduct Would you want anything less for your pet?

Question: What types of pets do you care for?

Answer: As a rule, Peepers Pet Watch will tend to dogs, cats, and small birds, but we have experience with fish and some small reptiles and rodents. Just call us and weʼll be happy to discuss your particular situation. If we cannot help you, we will do our utmost to find a professional who can.

Question: Why is a consultation required for new clients?

Answer: This allows you and your pets to meet your pet sitter in advance of services. You get a better comfort level and it gives us an opportunity to collect detailed information that
helps us give the best possible service for your pets and your home.

Question: What methods of payment do you accept?

Answer: Thanks for asking! Peepers Pet Watch accepts cash, checks payable to Peepers Pet Watch, Visa, Mastercard and Discover.