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Professional Pet Sitting Services in Pinellas – Will the Kid Next Door Know How to Handle a Pet Emergency?

It’s nice to not think about all the things that can go wrong while you’re away from home. It’s also not realistic, especially if you have a pet. Sometimes their curiosity can get the best of them and create situations that need to be handled by a professional, not just the kid next door. Professional pet sitting services in Pinellas County provide you with knowledgeable, experienced pet sitters ready to take control of any situation your pet may get himself into.

What kind of pet emergencies are we talking about here?

Eating or Swallowing Something
This can range from human food that is harmful or toxic to your pet’s digestive system (i.e. chocolate, chicken bones, etc.) to random findings in your garbage (aluminum foil, plastic wrap, etc.) and even larger items that can get lodged in their throats like kids’ toys, ornaments, etc. Having a professional pet sitter certified in Pet First Aid/CPR can be a valuable, life-saving service.

Chewing on Something
Pets that are bored will find any way to preoccupy themselves and pass the time. They could chew on electrical cords, which may cause a short in the electrical system or even a small fire. A professional pet sitter will know how to hide the cord and make a bone or toy seem more appetizing. The kid next door, even with the best intentions, may just push aside whatever your pet is chewing on and temporarily distract them.

Illness
Your pet may be suffering from stomach upset and cannot help what he or she expels from their body or where it happens. A pet sitter can properly give medication as directed by the vet, treat the symptoms, perform first aid, administer meds and clean up the mess. Sometimes the kid next door doesn’t realize the responsibility you’ve assigned to him or her and may not know exactly how to care for a sick pet, other than making sure they’re still breathing.

Broken Bones or Sprains
This is especially possible with a multi-level home, a young pet that likes to climb everything, and even elderly pets with weak joints. A simple task of walking down the stairs or jumping down from the sofa can turn into dangerous situations.

If there are any injuries as a result of your pet’s curiosity, the pet sitter from the professional pet sitting services in Pinellas Countywill know where the nearest animal hospital is in relation to your home and the quickest route to get your pet there. They are also pet first aid certified and will be able to provide emergency attention when needed. You may trust the kid next door in your home, but would you really trust them with the life of your beloved pet?