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Featured image for article: Pet Sitting in Brussels: The Complete Guide for Dog Owners
City Guides12 min read

Pet Sitting in Brussels: The Complete Guide for Dog Owners

From Bois de la Cambre to the Sonian Forest, everything you need to know about caring for your dog in Brussels. Parks, regulations, neighbourhoods and rates.

By Graeme Rycyk

Featured image for article: How to Find a Lost Dog or Cat: An Action Plan
Pet Care9 min read

How to Find a Lost Dog or Cat: An Action Plan

If your pet goes missing, fast action matters. Follow this step-by-step plan covering the first 24 hours, search strategies, social media and prevention.

By The Pet Sitter Team

Featured image for article: Dog-Friendly Melbourne: A Suburb-by-Suburb Guide
City Guides11 min read

Dog-Friendly Melbourne: A Suburb-by-Suburb Guide

From Edinburgh Gardens in Fitzroy to the off-leash beaches of St Kilda, here's the definitive guide to Melbourne's most dog-friendly suburbs.

By Graeme Rycyk

Featured image for article: Winter Pet Safety: Keeping Dogs and Cats Warm and Healthy
Pet Care9 min read

Winter Pet Safety: Keeping Dogs and Cats Warm and Healthy

Cold weather poses real risks to dogs and cats. Learn how to protect your pets from hypothermia, frostbite, antifreeze and more this winter.

By The Pet Sitter Team

Featured image for article: Pet Sitting in London: The Complete Guide for Dog Owners
City Guides12 min read

Pet Sitting in London: The Complete Guide for Dog Owners

From Hampstead Heath to Richmond Park, everything you need to know about caring for your dog in London. Parks, regulations, boroughs and rates.

By The Pet Sitter Team

Featured image for article: The Complete Guide to House Sitting for Pet Owners
Pet Care10 min read

The Complete Guide to House Sitting for Pet Owners

House sitting keeps your pets in their own home while you travel. This guide covers the benefits, how to prepare your home, setting house rules, choosing the right house sitter, and making the arrangement work for everyone.

By The Pet Sitter Team

Featured image for article: How Long Can You Leave a Pet Alone? A Complete Guide by Species and Age
Pet Care8 min read

How Long Can You Leave a Pet Alone? A Complete Guide by Species and Age

From puppies to senior cats and rabbits, learn exactly how long each pet can safely stay home alone and when it is time to call in help.

By The Pet Sitter Team

Featured image for article: Pet Sitter Insurance: Do You Need It and What Does It Cover?
Sitter Business9 min read

Pet Sitter Insurance: Do You Need It and What Does It Cover?

Should you get insurance as a pet sitter? Learn about public liability, pet injury cover, property damage protection, and requirements by country.

By The Pet Sitter Team

Featured image for article: Cat Sitting vs Cattery: Why In-Home Care Wins for Most Cats
Pet Care9 min read

Cat Sitting vs Cattery: Why In-Home Care Wins for Most Cats

Cats are territorial creatures who thrive on routine. We compare in-home cat sitting with cattery boarding, covering stress levels, territorial disruption, cost, and which option best preserves your cat's wellbeing.

By The Pet Sitter Team