FAQ’s

PET CARE DOG

It is a studied fact that your best friend(s) are happiest and feel the safest when they are cared for in their own home.  A professional Pet Sitter/Dog Walker allows your pet family to stay in the comfort and security of their own environment, without exposure to disease or parasites often associated with boarding or kenneling.  It is important for your best friend(s) to remain without stress and anxiety.  Some pets feel abandoned when left alone for long periods of time. Research shows that loneliness is the biggest cause of canine depression according to the vet charity PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals).

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• Reduced stress – Your best friend remains in its own familiar, comfortable and secure surrounding.

• Healthier and Happier – A more well balanced behaved, healthier and happier best friend.

• Diet and Exercise – A normal diet and routine are followed.  Daily walks and playtime are part of our service.  Exercise serves as a mischief deterrent and is good for your best friend’s health and state of mind.

• No travel trauma – Traveling to a family member or friend’s house, or to a boarding facility may upset your best friend.

• Health and Well-being – Less exposure to illness of other animals when your pet stays in its own environment.

• Loving Care – Your best friend receives unmatched personalized attention and loving care while you’re away.
  

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• Reduced stress – Your life will be easier by not having to rush home to let your best friend out

• Benefits for your convenience and time – You won’t need to spend time transporting your best friend to and from another location.  In addition you don’t have to impose upon your neighbors or others.

• Security – We want the house to have that “lived in” look.

• Peace of Mind – You can enjoy time away from home knowing your best friend is being cared for by a professional who will put your best friend’ needs first.

• No more guilt – Having a sitter means you no longer have to worry about your dog being alone inside all day long.
  

Hiring The Lucky Pup while you are away is the ideal solution for you and your best friend.  Let us give you peace of mind knowing you don’t have to stress or worry about getting your best friend(s) out for a much-needed potty break, or them getting into the trash or chewing up your furniture.  Help ease your best friend’s loneliness with a visit today while you’re away! 

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Yes! The safety of your pet is extremely important to us. We have carefully reviewed the procedures for Pet First Aid from the American Red Cross.  If your pet becomes sick during our care, we will immediately contact you and then your designated veterinarian or the 24-hour animal emergency hospital in North Kitsap.

Statistics show that preventable accidents are the leading cause of death among pre-senior dogs and cats.  Most situations can be prevented.  The more you know about the pet’s health the better chance you have of keeping a simple problem from becoming a big problem.  The annual cost of veterinary assistance and pet health care will be more than 45 billion dollars in 2010. There is no dollar figure that can be placed on the toll of pain, suffering, disability and personal tragedy experienced by the pet, family and pet care professional. Most situations can be prevented.  The more you know about the pet’s health the better the chance you have of keeping a simple problem from becoming a big problem.

RrWƒhen your pet has an emergency, being prepared is very important.  Before an emergency strikes, be sure you know how your veterinarian handles emergencies or where you should go if you have one. 

Yes. We are happy to provide references upon request.

Pet sitting” is defined as “the act of caring for a pet in its own home while the owner is away.”  Dog walking is also a form of Pet Sitting since it involves coming to the pet’s home to provide exercise and companionship.  Caring for pets in the client’s home is what separates The Lucky Pup from other pet care options. 

Pet owners often use Pet Sitters when they go on vacation, travel for business, work long hours or when they are too sick or injured to care for their pets.  During the pet-sitting visits, Pet Sitters perform a variety of tasks, including: 

• Feeding and changing their water bowls
• Providing exercise and play time, which may include walking the dog
• Cleaning litter boxes and cleaning up any other pet messes
• Administering pet medications, if needed
• Providing lots of TLC!

A well exercised dog is a happy dog and is less likely to display destructive behavior in your home.  It also provides a stimulating break during the day and can help prevent or alleviate separation anxiety and other common problems.  Dogs crave human companionship, and if you’re gone most of the day that means your best friend is all alone. PET CARE DOG SITTERS CAT CARE

Research shows that loneliness is the biggest cause of canine depression according to the vet charity PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals).  They surveyed 31,500 pet owners and found that 2.3 million dogs are regularly left at home alone for over five hours.  Vets suggest the absolute maximum amount of solitude that dogs can cope with is four hours.  Dog parents are starting to realize the impact that long periods of loneliness can have on their pets and are looking for new adventures for their dogs to help prevent depression.

North Kitsap including Kingston, most of Poulsbo, most of Hansville, Indianola, Port Gamble and most of Suquamish.

*We reserve the right to impose a small travel fee depending on actual mileage and driving time.

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We reserve the right to impose a small fee for nights after 6pm and weekend care. Please contact us for more information. PE

We lock your house every time we enter and leave to ensure the security of your home at all times. We can also provide crime-deterrent measures such as rotating your lights and blinds to provide a lived-in look, pick up mail, move trash cans, set alarm systems, and more. We are happy to discuss security and safety options at your meet and greet.

Yes.  For Dog Walking we recommend at least once a day for a more well balanced behaved, healthier and happier best friend.  

For Pet Sitting we need to see your best friend each day to make sure they are healthy and secure, typically two or more times a day for dogs and at least once a day for cats.  Contact or Chat with us today for our discounted packages. 

Yes. Out of respect for the time commitment that The Lucky Pup reserves to give your pet(s) the best care possible, it is important that we know ahead of time if you may need to cancel a scheduled visit (a $15 fee will apply with less than 12 hours notice). We do not offer refunds. However, in the event you prepaid, we will offer a credit towards your next visit(s) if there is a credit balance. If we come to your house and the visit is cancelled upon arrival, you will be charged in full for the scheduled visit. SORRY BUT THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.PET CARE DOG SITTERS CAT CARE

Keys should be given to The Lucky Pup during the initial consultation.  Most clients have us keep their keys on file so we are always ready for future service at a moment’s notice.   All keys have a tag with the pets name on them (not your personal name or address).  If for whatever reasonThe Lucky Pup is unable to gain access upon our visit, please refer to our cancellation policy. PET CARE DOG SITTERS CAT CARE

Yes, we understand how important it is for you to know your pets are doing well.  We are happy to respond to emails or texts to give updates. Phone calls will be made in emergency situations only. Please limit your requests to one a day. Thank you.ET CARE DOG SITTERS CAT CARE

If an emergency delays a sitter, depending on length of delay, a backup or other arrangements will be made available. We will always communicate any changes with you as soon as we can.

We hate turning down clients however we reserve the right to do so as we see fit.  We would only turn down those that are overly aggressive, not current on vaccinations, or need a significant amount of behavior training.  We reserve the right to turn down or stop service with any client if we deem their dog(s) or other pet(s) are not suitable for our services. PET CARE DOG SITTERS CAT CARE

In an emergency, owners are notified immediately.  If required, Veterinary services are sought.

Client understands that agreement also serves as an invoice and takes full responsibility for PROMPT payment and fees upon completion of services contracted.  A finance charge of 3% per month will be added to unpaid balance after 30 days.  A handling fee of $30 will be charged on all returned checks.

A 50% deposit will be required on lengthy assignments and first-time clients.  Those clients with a history of late payments will be required to pay in advance before services are rendered.  In the event it is necessary to initiate collection proceedings on the account, client will be responsible for all attorney’s fees and costs of collection.