While you're away on vacation or
working long hours your pets deserve care and attention. We can
provide that for you. Your cats, dogs, hamsters, fish and reptiles remain home, where they feel most
secure. Our services will also relieve the stress your pets may
have being alone all day. You come home to a pet who is exercised
and happy.Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I get to meet our pet sitter
before committing to anything?
A: Yes! Our first step is to set
up a get-acquainted meeting to meet you and your pet(s). We gather
information about your pet(s), their routine, their health, their
habits, and how they like to play. We also provide you with more
information about us including our brochure, our insurance and bonding
information, our procedures in case of emergency, and references if you
would like them.
Q: My pet needs medication every
day while I'm away. Will Simba's Care's pet sitter's administer them and
is there an additional fee?
A: Yes, all of Simba's Care's
pet sitters are trained to administer medication, orally or through
injection. We do our best to accomodate your schedule and there is no
additional charge.
Q: How much advance notice do
you need in order to schedule pet sitting?
A: Advance notice helps us plan
ahead and adhere as closely as possible to your schedule. However, we
understand that the unexpected can occur and we do our best to
accommodate all requests.
Q: What if my pet sitter has an
emergency and can't come?
A: The advantage of having a
staff of several pet sitters is that we provide back-up service for one
another, so you are guaranteed that your pet will be cared for even if
your pet sitter is unavailable due to an emergency. The information that
you provide us at our initial visit is kept on file for this purpose.
Q: How do you spend the half
hour visit?
A: However you wish! At our
initial get acquainted visit, we chat with you about your pet's routine
and how you would like the time to be spent. Often our visit includes
feeding the pet(s), refreshing their water, medications if appropriate,
and playtime. If you are going on a vacation and wish for us to water
your plants, close/open blinds or curtains, or bring in mail or
newspapers, we're happy to do that as well.
Q: What kind of pets do you care
for?
A: Our pet sitters will provide
care for any household pet.
Q: How many visits per day will
you do?
A: We gear our schedule to suit
your pet's needs. Most owners request 3 visits per day for vacation
care. For owners who are away due to a long work day, we often break up
the day once or twice.
Q: What if my pet gets sick
while I'm away?
A: At our initial meeting, we
ask how to reach you in case of emergency. We also ask you for
information about your veterinarian and we discuss your preferences in
the event of an emergency. Our goal is to follow your wishes and care
for your pets as if they were our own.