1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cKnowing they will return to a happy pet and a tidy home\u201d<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cSomeone to look after their pets\u201d<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cKeeping the house secure\u201d\u00a0![\"\"](\"http:\/\/newclone.retiremove.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/homesitters.jpg\")
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There are many positives of the homesitting role, however, it is not without some challenges, 48 per cent of employees said they found it difficult to get to grips with how everything works in the home, whilst 37 per reported problems having the responsibility of securing the home.<\/p>\n
Homesitters can mainly expect to be looking after cats or dogs, however, some reported taking care of pygmy goats, peacocks, chinchillas, donkeys, bearded dragons, poisonous tree frogs, snakes, and tarantulas. One homesitter had to look after a hawk that had to be fed live mice!<\/p>\n
With Homesitters Ltd, employees are given options on assignments that appeal to them. The company also offers a 24\/7 support centre to solve any problems for employees on assignments.<\/p>\n
Alan Irvine\u00a0comments: \u201cWe are always looking for reliable people to join us throughout the UK. The role offers great variety; someone could be staying in a multi-million pound town house one week and a remote farmhouse the next \u2013 no assignment is the same.\u201d<\/p>\n
For those interested in exploring homesitting, Homesitters Ltd has provided some top tips<\/strong><\/p>\n Treat the clients\u2019 home with respect and do exactly what they say about taking care of their pets
\nMake sure you have a preliminary meeting to run through how the home works and pets\u2019 routines
\nWhen out of the home, ensure you have emergency contact numbers with you
\nTake plenty of reading material
\nAsk for freezer space (especially on a Christmas sit)
\nFind out about tourist attractions nearby
\nFollow instructions, don\u2019t feel overwhelmed and enjoy the experience
\nTake your own bedding for home comforts, plus an electric blanket in winter
\nHave a Satnav or map of the area
\nAsk for written instructions on the needs of the pets and house security
\nKnow where the fuse box is, as well as candles\/torch in case the power goes off
\nDon\u2019t be afraid to ask questions
\nAlways be prepared for the client to return unannounced
\nRelax and enjoy the variety of assignments but remember this is a serious business, so don\u2019t take any short cuts<\/p>\n