Dog Medication When you are planning a trip it is very important that whether you choose to use the s ervices of a dog sitter or kennel that you advise them about your dog's medication. A few years ago if you wanted to take a trip during the holidays you had only two options. You could ask a neighbor to care for your animals or take them to a kennel. Professional pet sitters now provide a welcome alternative for pet own ers. However, some pet owners may feel uneasy about dogs because they could act aggressively in defending their home territory. You also have to ask yourself if you really think your dog will be happy being left at home for long periods of time. Pet sitters normally charge extra for each additional visit. Will your dog get enough exercise, socialization and stimulation? Does he dog medication? Does he react violently to thunder storms? While you may find the idea of booking your dog into a kennel unappealing, chances are good that your dog might just think otherwise. A week in a kennel can be fun for most dogs. They can bark. They can play. They can even stay up past their bedtime if they want! You may want to consider that option, especially if your dog is a young and energetic. But if you will be giving a complete stranger unlimited access to your home, you should remember booking a pet sitter is something to be taken very seriously. Some so-called pet sitters are fly-by-night entrepreneurs who give the licensed, bonded and insured companies a bad name. A pet sitter should insist on meeting your pets and having a tour of your home and yard about one week before your scheduled vacation. This way a dog will be more likely to remember this new person who is suddenly entrusted with its care. You should also ask the pet sitter for at least three references and check with the Better Business Bureau to be certain the company is registered. | 
