Blog — Category_Cat_Sitter

The Ultimate Guide to Preparing your Pet Sitter  Though we wish we could take our pets everywhere with us, most owners know that it’s just not possible for our dogs to be a part of every trip. Leaving them behind to be cared for by a stranger can also be expensive, time consuming, and incredibly stressful for both you and your pet.  The good news is that with the advent of pet sitting services like Sparky Steps more and more pet owners are able to hire reasonably priced pet professionals to care for their four legged friends while they’re vacationing....

7 Significant Reasons to Hire a Professional Cat Sitter If you are one of the 57.81 million people who have a cat in their household, then you know the pure joy of having a feline companion.<1> And if you are also one of the 62 percent of Americans who traveled or took a vacation away from home in the past year, you also know the angst of leaving your precious tabby behind.<2> Sure, you could box up your cat and drag them to an unfamiliar boarding location, but we all know that these fun furry pets can be finicky. The...

How to Introduce a Cat to a New Home We here at Sparky Steps understand that bringing home a new cat is an exciting time; the world is full of possibilities, and you can’t stop thinking about how much love you are going to give your new friend. While adopting a cat is ultimately an amazing adventure, it can be a little stressful at first for both cat and owner. Luckily, there are a few steps you can take to introduce a new cat to your home while reducing the stress on both ends.   Use a Carrier Use a...