Home Security While You Are Away

When you leave your pets with a pet sitter, you do want to have peace of mind. Here is a list of items you should do before going on your trip and are shared with your sitter.

Make sure your sitter is aware of anyone who may be on your premises or entering your home during the pet sitting assignment. Its good for you, the sitter, and your neighborhood watch group.

Use timers on interior lights and program them to turn on at dusk and off at bedtime. Use motion sensors on exterior lights. If evening visits are scheduled to your home, the pet sitter will really appreciate this safety precaution!

Make sure doors and windows are securely locked before leaving. This should include the garage doors, sliding glass doors and basement doors and windows. If outside doors have panes of glass near a push-button lock, consider installing a dead bolt lock as well.

If applicable, advise gate security that a pet sitter will be visiting your home and authorized entry.

Inform your neighbors of your absence and use of a pet sitter.

Make sure any fences are secure and gates are locked.