We love getting new clients. We love that the ‘app services’ are spreading the word about pet sitting and dog walking. Their reach has helped the smaller services who can’t afford to do the National advertising that they can because they have investors with deep pockets.
But they are a tech service, not a pet sitting or dog walking service.
I’ve discussed in previous blogs the reasons you should hire a professional versus an app sitter. You can read about that here.
So, how do we hate getting clients?
We hate getting new clients who have tried these tech apps and have been sorely disappointed. I’ve heard several horror stories from sitters not showing up at all, canceling last minute and sitters who do show up but only stay four minutes (with a puppy no less!).
Just take a second and Google the app’s name and pet sitting horror stories. You will be horrified.
I certainly understand why people get sucked into the slick advertising, I really do. But hopefully people do their research before handing over their keys to a complete stranger.
Hire a pro. It’s worth every penny for peace of mind.
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