Unfortunately, pet owners have very limited options for pet care when the need arises. Our pets are most comfortable in their own home and most of us feel like it’s a burden to ask neighbors to take on the responsibility. By hiring a pet sitter, there won’t be trips to and from the kennel as well as the task of packing up all the necessities when, for most of us, there’s hardly enough time to pack for ourselves. It’s also peace of mind in having someone come into your home to check that everything is secure and maintaining the “routine” appearance by rotating lights and adjusting blinds and curtains.