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commented answer multiple dog rate?

Thanks so much!! ...

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answered a question The dog I am sitting is dog aggressive when off leash and the owner just does not seem to care?

During the Meet and Greet I ask the owner If their dog(s) have ever shown any signs of aggression towards people or othe...

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answered a question Meet and greet necessary?

I would also agree, Meet and Greets are a must! Clients may tell you how great and wonderful their dogs are. And althou...

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edited answer Owner won't add additional dogs?

I feel your frustration. There are a couple of ways you can handle it. If you really feel that the owner is having issue...

answered a question Owner won't add additional dogs?

I feel your frustration. There are a couple of ways you can handle it. If you really feel that the owner is having issue...

answered a question Hello I want my deductible for the vet visits, and the special food money, and the dog sitting money back because my dog apparently ate stones while being cared for and needed vet treatment. how do I get my expenses covered ?

I agree with you, "Don’t focus on us" is nowhere near appropriate! I am sorry you and your pet are going through this. H...

answered a question My dog attacked another dog while with the sitter. I booked through Rover but the other owner didn't. Should I be responsible for the other dog's medical costs since they didn't book through Rover?

I kind of disagree with Lewis's response in the part that, negligence in the Pet Sitter would not change who would be re...

answered a question Have you ever received a dog for boarding that you believe isn’t being treated correctly? How did you approach the owners about it?

Are you doing Meet and Greets prior to accepting bookings? If not, I really recommend that you do! During the Meet and ...

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answered a question Should I do a week long, one visit per day with a 4-5 month old kitten?

I most definitely would go to the Meet and Greet! Weather you choose to take the job or not should be based on the Meet ...

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answered a question Is my client still going to book with me even after she confirmed she will but hasn't accepted the pending invitation yet?

She may have gotten busy, many not have the money right now to pay,or she decided to use a different sitter. The only w...

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answered a question What can I do for a stray dog's cough?

Your dog needs to be seen by the Vet. Once you get her to the Vet's office, if the dog will not allow the Vet to touch ...

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answered a question What do you do if you suspect neglect?

Do the dogs seem happy? Everyone has a different idea of how dogs should be kept. Although it is not my preference to ke...

answered a question Master bedroom?

Yes, I understand that not all clients are able to have a guest bedroom for me to sleep in. Of course I will sleep in ...

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answered a question My dog has allergies and I don't know what to do?

There are allergy tests that can tell exactly what your dog is allergic to. I would recommend getting a second opinion f...

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answered a question Owner no-show?

Wow, that is crazy. Hopefully they are okay. Leave a Message ( through the Rover app) reminding them they had a reserv...

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answered a question My 13 year old dog was yesterday put to sleep, will I ever find peace ?

It is good to talk about how you are feeling. There are Therapist who specialize in bereavement counseling, especially f...

edited answer Why does my puppy flybite the air after being speyed?

I am happy to hear you got your puppy spayed! I don't think your puppy trying to catch flies would have any correlati...

answered a question Why does my puppy flybite the air after being speyed?

I am happy to hear you got your puppy spayed! I don't think your puppy trying to catch flies would have any correlati...

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answered a question How to politely decline a rebooking?

If you do decide to give them a reason, I will normally make sure I tell them something positive about there pet first a...

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answered a question Customer requests just a 15 min check in?

If you are using the "check in" to send the client. Report card,then yes the Rover app will warn you that you have not b...

edited answer Does my puppy need to both poo and pee when I take him outside every two hours for potty training?

They normally will urinate when they go outside saying that he is drinking his water regularly. You will start to get ...

edited answer Does my puppy need to both poo and pee when I take him outside every two hours for potty training?

They normally will urinate when they go outside saying that he is drinking his water regularly. You will start to get ...

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answered a question Does my puppy need to both poo and pee when I take him outside every two hours for potty training?

They normally will urinate when they go outside saying that he is drinking his water regularly. You will start to get t...

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answered a question what if owner leaves a dog with you and it's in Heat?

They way that I avoid dogs in Heat is by requiring all female dogs are Spayed. (I also require all male dogs to be neut...

edited answer Client wants to extend the stay very last minute, how should I handle this?

No, I don't see the need for a late fee. I do understand your frustration with the owner not giving you a solid answer...

edited answer Client wants to extend the stay very last minute, how should I handle this?

No, I don't see the need for a late fee. I do understand your frustration with the owner not giving you a solid answer...

answered a question Why does my dog get distressed when we crawl on all fours?

Has your dog been around other dogs? Is he socialized? If yes, Does he do this during play with other dogs? You mentio...

answered a question Client wants to extend the stay very last minute, how should I handle this?

No, I don't see the need for a late fee. I do understand your frustration with the owner not giving you a solid answer...

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answered a question Want to leave a review, but don't have that option in my inbox?

Clients are only able to leave reviews for past sitters who have been booked through Rover. Rover will automatically se...