FUR SURE!
Pet Sitting Service / Policy Page
Leominster, MA 01453
Phone: 978-840-8578
E-Mail: info@fursure.net





             SERVICE AREA:                           
Local: Leominster, Fitchburg and Lunenburg  
1. VISITS:  All dogs must be seen a minimum of twice          
    per day when you are away.  All cats/ or other small pets
    must be seen a minimum of once per day.
 I cannot         
    provide every other day care when you are  
                    
    
away. Insured Business.
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"IGNORING" a pet.  If you own both a dog and a cat,       
    please do not ask the sitter to "ignore" the cat(s);            
    i.e.(not charge) during a visit. I would not allow the           
    oversight of a cat in need of food, medical care or           
    human attention.
3.
HOUSE KEYS:  I can keep your house key until after      
     your return unless otherwise instructed.  If you are         
     delayed returning home I can continue to feed your        
     pets(see key return fee on rates page). If you would       
     like me to leave your keys on my last visit  prior to your  
     return home, I must be informed of this in advance.
4.
WALKING PETS: I will walk all pets who enjoy walking.               
     This is true for cats on leashes, as well as dogs.                               
     Unfortunately some pets just don't know how to go for a  walk. If a  
     pet fights the leash, chokes themselves, or does not know how to
     walk properly, I cannot  continue  to walk that pet.  Each visit            
     includes a walk unless one of  these conditions makes it                
     impossible.
5.  PET SITTING:  I am available to visit with your pet(s) for 1-3 visits per day (7) days a week. Availability is limited if    
     you need three visits per day, please book early for this service.
 A third visit would be late, from 10-11 p.m. and a      
     $5.00 surcharge would apply.
 I understand how important your pet is to you and your pet(s) will be well taken care     
     
of.  I have a (3) visit minimum for new customers.
6.  
LENGTH OF VISIT:  On all pet sits to your home, my visitation lasts 30 - 45 minutes.
7.
 PET CARE:  My service may include brushing on a routine basis, I do not provide grooming.  If your pet requires         
     a trip to the groomers while you are away, I can accommodate you if arrangements are made
in advance of               
     your departure.  A transportation charge will be added for this service.
8.  
ADEQUATE FOOD SUPPLIES:  I will ask at the preliminary interview that you have enough food on hand for the         
     pets to eat during your absence. If you miscalculate and run out of food, a shopping charge will be added to your       
     bill if I have to purchase food. This is in addition to the actual cost of the food and/or supplies.
9.  
INTERVIEW AND INSTRUCTIONS:  I will allow 30-45 minutes for the preliminary, courtesy interview. During this          
     interview I normally get all necessary instruction on the care of your pets.  If you feel that additional time is
 needed, I can provide time, but it will be chargeable for an additional fee of $18 - $20.00, depending on location.
10.
DESTRUCTION BY PETS:  As a rule, most damage to property, furniture, and carpets is done by pets who get          
      lonely and bored.  Most owners don't know in advance what will provoke their pets to such action. I make all               
      attempts to limit any destruction by pets of household goods.  I cannot be responsible for damage done by your         
      pets to your home.  I use common sense and attempt to limit and restrict bad behavior by pets.
11.
CANCELLATION POLICY:  Last minute cancellations (under 1 week) for reserved pet sits will be Charged 50%
  of the contracted amount.  I cannot replace the open time frame at that point.  
12.
EARLY RETURN:  For in your home care, If you decide to come back a day or two early and give advanced              
     
 notice, credit will be for half of the remaining balance only. If I show up for a visit and your home, the fee                    
      applies.
    
13.
OUTDOOR CATS:  If you have a cat who remains outdoors all day and comes in only at night, I cannot assure           
      that I will be able to have your cat indoors at the exact time for my visit. If a cat does not return for the nightly              
      containment, I will put the food and water outside. To assure that your cat(s) are safe while your away,  
  I prefer that a cat/cat(s) remain indoors. I cannot be held responsible for cats remaining outdoors.
14.
SHARED RESPONSIBILITY:  Many people like to include neighbors, relatives, and friends in the pet sitting                
      duties. These well-intentioned actions may cause confusion during a shared responsibility sitting assignment.            
      Most common among problems is overfeeding, unlocked doors, lost keys, or missing some feedings altogether.         
      I absolutely cannot be the only one responsible for any sitting assignment where others are going to share the           
      workload.  I advise only one person, myself, be responsible for the entire assignment. If the assignment is to be         
      shared, I wouldn't want automatic blame for any mishap, unless a mishap is truly my fault and I admit my fault.
15.
SICK PETS:  I will not knowingly accept sitting assignments with sick pets.  However, if you have aged, infirm               
      or medicated pets, this is not a problem if you discuss with me the special needs of the pet.  I never take any              
      chances with sickness.  Any pet showing signs of illness will be taken immediately to your vet, or, if unavailable           
      at the time, my veterinarian for treatment.
My special
boy..........
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Monte