Living with Pets
Pet-friendly homes, travel, costs, compatibility and the pet-owner bond.

Trusted Tools: Sitter ID Verifications - a guide for owners
Sitter verifications are here to give owners like you extra peace of mind so you can find the sitter that’s perfect for you, your pet, and your home.

5 tips for finding the best bunny sitter
Finding a bunny sitter near you is easy with these five tips for success, from having a chat with potential sitters beforehand to providing them with clear inst

The ultimate cat sitter checklist
This is the ultimate cat sitter checklist to make sure you, your sitter, and your purr-baby are as prepared as possible pre-sit.

How do you find a bird sitter you can trust?
We know your feathered family members are extremely important to you, so how do you find a bird sitter you can trust to take care of them while you're away? Rea

Cat vacation care: Drop-ins vs cat sitters
Cat vacation care can sometimes be a head-scratcher. Here are the pros and cons of drop-in visits vs a TrustedHousesitters cat sitter.

What is fish sitting?
What is fish sitting? Great questions! Read on to learn all about fish sitting, what a fish sitter is, and how to find one…

How much does doggy daycare cost?
What does doggy daycare cost and is it worth the money? Read on to see what we say about pup preschool and daycare for dogs.

How much does a Goldendoodle cost?
We've crunched the numbers to bring you the scoop on Goldendoodle costs, from vet visits and training sessions to pet care and grooming.

Dog sitting rates: how much do dog sitters charge in 2025?
While our sitters don’t charge, we’re often asked how much dog sitters usually cost. So we sniffed around and here’s what we found on dog sitting rates.

Top 14 travel tips: How to be a savvy traveler in 2025
Travel like a pro in 2025 with these 14 travel tips, from scoring the best deals before takeoff to making your money go further on the road.

What's the difference between reptile boarding and sitters?
Reptile boarding is a thing, pet people, but how does it differ from having a reptile sitter? Read on to learn more about cold-blooded care.

What are the drop-in pet sitting rates near me?
Explore local drop-in pet sitting rates, and learn about a more cost-effective alternative that will reduce your house sitting payments.

The ultimate dog sitter checklist
This is the ultimate dog sitter checklist to help all pup parents prepare their sitter and doggo for their upcoming pet sit.

Pet-friendly Bend, Oregon: things to do with a dog
Want to explore Bend and beyond with a furry friend? Find a list of Bend’s dog-friendly restaurants, breweries and hikes in this handy guide.

How much does FurPetVo cost (and is it worth it)?
Got a furry family and not quite sure what to do about vacation pet care? Explore TrustedHousesitters costs here to see how much you could save.

What does an exotic pet sitter do?
Want to know what an exotic pet sitter does? Here's what you can expect from your exotic pet sitter, from specific feeding schedules to keeping in touch with th

How long before your vacation should you post your sit?
Need to find a pet sitter? What’s the latest you can leave a listing? Actually, how early can you post? Read on to find out!

A guide to pet-friendly Ashland, Oregon
Discover the best of pet-friendly Ashland, from wide-open parks and scenic trails to restaurants that welcome wagging tails.

Pet-friendly Hood River: Hikes, restaurants & activities
For a dog-friendly day out, explore these pet-friendly Hood River hikes, restaurants and activities in our ultimate guide to the city and its surrounding areas.

Dog-friendly guide to Salt Lake City: Things to do in SLC with a dog
Discover the best dog-friendly spots in Salt Lake City! From parks to pet-friendly restaurants, here’s the ultimate guide to exploring SLC with your pup.

Dog-friendly Richmond, London: Pubs, restaurants & walks
Explore the dog-friendly pubs Richmond, London has to offer along with restaurants, activities, dog walks and more in this guide to dog-friendly Richmond.

A guide to dog-friendly Truckee & Lake Tahoe
Wondering what dog-friendly Truckee has to offer? What about dog-friendly Lake Tahoe, just down the road? Here are all the best places to eat, swim, and hike in

Dog-friendly Olympia: restaurants, parks and things to do
Plan a day out with our guide to dog-friendly Olympia WA, and find the dog-friendly restaurants Olympia has to offer along with cafes, parks and things to do.

Securing the purrrfect pet sitter: your step-by-step guide
Jetting off soon and need a pet lover to care for your fluffy friends? Follow this step-by-step guide to secure the perfect in-home sitter.