If you plan to leave a house sitter in charge of your home and your pets during an extended absence, you need to complete this House Sitting Checklist for Pet Owners before you go. The 5-page checklist covers all the information and supplies you should leave with your house sitter, including:

• contents of an information package that your house sitter will require - name and address / phone numbers for veterinarian, records of shots, license / registration, microchip or tattoo information, current medication, etc.


• emergency health care plan


• information about your pet's habits, health problems, eating schedule, favorite toys, treats, hiding places, phobias, special diet, etc.


• food, bedding, medications, cleaning and waste collection equipment, carrying cases, car restraints, leashes, etc.


• ways to prepare your pet for your absence


• preparing your home (pet-proofing) to help avoid accidents, injury or damage.

This generic House Sitting Checklist for Pet Owners is provided in MS Word format, and is easy to fill out by hand or on the computer.