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Pet-Sitter Handoff & Emergency Guide
Whoever watches your pet should never have to guess. Print one complete guide and leave with total peace of mind.
What a sitter needs to know
- Feeding — what, how much, and when. Include treats and anything forbidden.
- Medication — exact drug name, dose, timing and how to give it.
- Vet contact — name, phone, address and after-hours number.
- Emergency contact — you, a neighbour, and someone who can make decisions.
- Habits — hiding spots, fears, aggression triggers, favourite toys.
- Identification — microchip number, insurance and any medical conditions.
Build it once, use it forever
Create the handoff now, while everything is calm, and keep it updated as details change. Then print or send it whenever someone watches your pets. Emergencies and last-minute trips are the worst time to start writing from scratch.
Medication while you're away
Write down the exact drug name, dose, timing and how to give it — and show the sitter in person before you leave. Keep medication clearly labelled, and note what to do if a dose is missed. A written instruction beats a verbal one every time.
Common questions
What should a pet-sitter handoff include?
Feeding schedule and amounts, medication names and exact doses, your vet's contact details, an emergency contact, and each pet's habits — hiding spots, triggers, fears and favourite things. The goal: the sitter never has to guess.
How far ahead should I prepare the handoff?
Build it once and keep it updated, then print or send it whenever someone watches your pets. Emergencies and last-minute trips are not the time to start from scratch.
What if my pet needs medication while I'm away?
Write down the exact drug name, dose, timing and how to give it, and show the sitter in person before you leave. Keep the medication clearly labelled and note what to do if a dose is missed.