Pet Sitter Instructions Template
Fill this in and leave it for your pet sitter, boarder, or caregiver so they can follow your pet's routine exactly.
Fill this in and leave it for your pet sitter, boarder, or caregiver so they can follow your pet's routine exactly and handle any emergency. Print a copy and keep it somewhere obvious.
Pet information
- Pet's name
- Species and breed
- Age and weight
- Microchip number
- Spayed or neutered (yes / no)
Feeding
- Food and amount
- Times fed
- Treats allowed
- Foods to avoid
- Where food and bowls are kept
Bathroom and walks
- Walk or litter schedule
- Where supplies are kept
- Leash and harness location
- Behavior on walks / around other dogs
Medication
- Medication and dose
- Times given
- Where medication is kept
Behavior and quirks
- Commands your pet knows
- Fears or triggers
- Comfortable alone for
- Favorite toys or comforts
Emergency contacts
- Owner name and phone
- Backup contact and phone
- Regular veterinarian and phone
- Nearest 24-hour emergency vet and phone
- Animal poison control number
Home notes
- Alarm / entry
- Where cleaning supplies are
- Anything else the sitter should know
Leave enough food, medication, and supplies for the full stay, and confirm the sitter can reach you and your vet.
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FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
Your pet's feeding amounts and times, walk or litter schedule, medication and dose, behavior and quirks, and emergency contacts including your regular and 24-hour emergency vet.
Yes. List the medication and dose, times given, and where the medication is kept, along with any behavior notes like fears or triggers the sitter should know about.
Owner name and phone, a backup contact and phone, the regular veterinarian and phone, the nearest 24-hour emergency vet and phone, and the animal poison control number.
Leave enough food, medication, and supplies for the full stay, and confirm the sitter can reach you and your vet if needed.
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