How to Earn 5-Star Reviews as a Pet Sitter 5-star reviews don’t happen by accident. They come from consistency, communication, and professionalism — especially on walks, drop-ins, boarding, and house sitting. If you want repeat clients and higher booking volume, this is how you earn it. 1. Review the House Profile Before Every Visit The…
After your booking ends, you’ll have the option to leave a review — and a tip. Many clients skip this step, but taking two minutes to review your sitter helps more than you might realize. Why Reviews Matter Reviews do three important things: Help other pet parents choose with confidence Reward sitters who provide excellent…
Your Pet Profile is one of the most important parts of booking care on SitSignal. It tells your sitter how to care for your animal — their personality, routines, health information, and emergency details. The more complete your Pet Profile is, the smoother your booking will be. 1. Start With Clear Identity Details These basics…
Accepting a booking without reviewing the House Profile is one of the fastest ways to create stress, confusion, or a poor experience. Professional sitters always review the House Profile before confirming a booking — especially for house sitting, walks, and drop-ins. Why Reviewing the House Profile Matters Prevents surprise entry issues Clarifies expectations Identifies red…
Your House Profile is one of the most important parts of booking pet care on SitSignal. It tells your sitter how to safely enter your home, where supplies are located, and how to operate inside your space. A complete House Profile means fewer messages, smoother visits, and a better experience for everyone. 1. Start With…
SitSignal separates pet information from home information for one major reason: clarity and safety. Most platforms combine everything into one messy description. SitSignal uses two structured systems: Pet Profiles (your animal’s details) House Profiles (your home + sitter logistics) House Profiles are unique to SitSignal and designed specifically to support walks, house sitting, and drop-ins…
Booking a dog walk isn’t just about exercise — it’s about trust, transparency, and knowing your pet is in good hands. SitSignal walks are designed to give you real-time visibility and detailed updates so you always know what’s happening. 1. Detailed Walk Tracking (Real-Time GPS) One of the biggest differences with a SitSignal walk is…
Dog walks might seem simple, but professional sitters treat them as a structured service: preparation, accurate tracking, communication, and a secure finish. On SitSignal, walks start at 30 minutes, and clients can increase duration in 15-minute intervals. That means timing and accuracy matter. Before the Walk: Review the House Profile Before arriving, open the client’s…
Setting your rates as a pet sitter can feel intimidating. Charge too little and you burn out. Charge too much and you worry no one will book. The goal isn’t to be the cheapest sitter in your area — it’s to price yourself sustainably, competitively, and professionally. Step 1: Research Your Local Market Start by…
Getting your home ready before a pet sitter arrives makes the entire booking smoother — for you, for your sitter, and most importantly, for your pet. A well-prepared home helps prevent confusion, saves time, and reduces stress. 1. Write Clear Care Instructions Sitters need one thing more than anything else: clarity. Create a written care…
