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How to Write Clear Feeding Instructions for Your Cat Sitter

Providing clear and detailed feeding instructions is key to ensuring your cat’s care runs smoothly while you’re away. Whether your cat is on a special diet, prefers specific feeding times, or has a quirky eating habit, this guide will help you craft feeding instructions that your sitter can easily follow!
 
Default Feeding Instructions:
When setting up your cat’s profile, you have the option to indicate whether your cat...
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Home Access Types We Offer at Swifto

When you register with Swifto, you have the option to let us know how the dog walker will gain access to your home. You can leave a set with the doorman (“Doorman Access”), leave the keys in a lockbox (“Lockbox Access”), have a keypad set up (“Keypad Access”), be home to let them in (“Home Access”), or have another way to let them in such as a keypad (“Other access”).

For clients in Miami and North Carolina, we do not provide the option to be "key access."

In the event you ever need to schedule pet care services for your sweet pet in the future, we want to make sure...

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Why Your Cat Still Needs a Daily Cat Sitter Even with an Automatic Feeder

As a cat parent, you know how independent our furry friends can sometimes be. With an automatic feeder (and maybe even an automatic litter box and water fountain) in place, it might seem like your cat can manage just fine on their own. However, there are a few important reasons why a cat sitter is still super important to check in at least daily on your kitty’s well-being, even when technology can lend a helping hand!
 
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How Swifto Buys Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Companies

At Swifto, we are passionate about expanding our family of dog walking and pet sitting companies while maintaining the core values and personalized care that each business brings to its community. We understand that selling a business can be a big decision so we aim to make the transition as smooth and reassuring as possible. 
 
Back in 2019, we began acquiring dog walking and pet sitting brands, all while maintaining the existing routes and staff to ensure consistency for both our dog walkers, sitters, and their pets. Here are some of the brands we've acquired in...
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Best Time for Your Cat Sitter to Arrive

At Swifto, we understand that the timing of a cat sitter’s visit can significantly impact your cat’s comfort and well-being. Cats are creatures of habit, and maintaining their routine is crucial for reducing stress and ensuring they feel safe and secure. Here’s our guide to determining the best time for a cat sitter to arrive, tailored to meet your feline friend’s needs!
 
 
Understanding Your Cat’s Routine
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Dog Walking Tips from a Professional Dog Trainer in Charlotte

 

At Swifto, we pride ourselves on providing the best care for our clients' dogs. Walking a dog is more than just a physical activity; it's an opportunity to reinforce good behavior and build a trusting relationship. To help...

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Top 5 Veterinarians near Huntersville, NC for Exceptional Dog Care

 

When it comes to the health and well-being of your furry friend, finding a trustworthy and reliable veterinarian is essential. Huntersville, NC, is home to several outstanding veterinary clinics that provide top-notch care for your dog. Here are the...

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Swifto Expands into North Carolina with Acquisition of Wagz ‘n Whiskerz

 
We're thrilled to announce that Swifto has expanded its pawprints to North Carolina, bringing our trusted pet care services to the beautiful Lake Norman area. This exciting expansion allows us to extend our commitment to providing top-notch pet care while preserving the cherished community values of a beloved local establishment, Wagz 'n Whiskerz.
 
Our growth journey is fueled by...
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Figuring out the Perfect Schedule for Your Furry Friend

Welcoming a furry friend into your home brings immense joy, but it also comes with the responsibility of ensuring their well-being and safety. One crucial aspect of a happy and healthy pup is maintaining a suitable dog walking schedule that fits your dog's needs. We’d like to explore a general guideline of how to figure out the ideal schedule for your dog, taking into account many important factors! 
 
Understanding Your Dog's...
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Four additional key differentiators of Swifto Dog Walking Services

When considering Swifto for your dog walking needs, there are various factors to take into account. Pricing, availability, reliability, policies, and more contribute to determining why Swifto is the best option for you and your dog! Besides our main benefits of GPS-tracked dog walking, only providing private dog walks, and providing service from early morning to late night, every day of the year, we also have several other...
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