A good professional pet sitter is a true find. Instead of relying on a friend to feed your dog, walk him and spend an hour or so playing with him, you can relax while you're away, knowing that your dog is in capable hands. A knowledgeable sitter should be able to spot medical problems and handle emergencies - and make your absence less stressful all around. "The pet gets to stay in his own environment," says Lori Jenssen, president of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS), which lists more than 1,200 members. "He gets to stay in his own house, his own bed. And he gets fed with his own food. And when you get home, your pet is there to greet you." In fact, she says, some animals get spoiled when their owners are away. "We spend a half hour, but that half hour is 100 percent with the pet. So, when you get home, they're going to expect the same from you."
There are countless ways to spend a vacation, but before you start making plans, you have to answer the big question: Do you take the dog with you or leave her at home?
While kennels range from the barebones to the ultra-fancy, keep in mind that the frills are meant mainly for owners. What is really important is general safety and the friendliness and competence of the...
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