My pricing is based on a “Sliding Scale” determined by various factors including: number of pets, “sit desirability,” extra duties/work involved, etc. When I meet you and your pets we can determine if we're a good 'fit' for one another and then the exact cost. I do aim to create a fair value exchange cost for my services...in certain circumstances I can reduce my pricing if it creates a greater win-win outcome.
Prior to meeting I ask for an email with photos of the pets and the home (kitchen, living room, bedroom where I will be staying and sometimes the yard where I am sitting for dogs).
I ask for these photos for two reasons; to become familiar with my potential house/pet sitting living space ahead of time in case I have any questions and to assist in my pricing. In the past I didn’t ask for home photos until I needed to. I certainly don’t expect to be sitting in “show homes,” though I certainly have, which increases desirability and I been in homes that could only be described as chaotic. My pricing is adjusted to reflect healthy and unhealthy living environments without any personal judgement on anyone. Prices start at: Cat $30+/day Additional cats: $5-$10+/day each Dog $35+/day Additional dogs: $10-$15+/day each Possible Additional Costs: Administering medications may be extra. Due to the demand around busy Holidays, prices can be higher. Dog walking is usually extra... (depending on number and length of walks).
Additional Costs: There's a $30-$60+ gas fee (distance dependant) for each visit I make to you before the sit. All that is typically needed is one meet & greet to visit you and your pets. This fee is due at the visit and is non-refundable. If the sit (your vacation) is less than 2 weeks, there will also be an additional fee of $30-$60+ (depending on the distance from the Camp Morton (Gimli) area per roundtrip). For sits 14 days and longer, which are my typical sits, I usually incorporate (waive) the second gas fee if the location is under an hour or so drive each way.
Payment: I require a 50% deposit within 3 months of the sit in order to reserve your travel dates. 10% (of the total sit amount) is non-refundable if you cancel less than three months prior to your travel dates. 25% (of the total sit amount) is non-refundable if you cancel less than two months... 50% (of the total sit amount) is non-refundable, if you cancel less than one month... 75% (of the total sit amount) is non-refundable, if you cancel less than 2 weeks... I often turn down many sits due to dates being already booked.
The remaining 50% of the fee is due upon completion of the sit.
If there is a travel restriction like covid, your money will be fully refunded.
Cash, e-transfers and cheques are my order of preference for payment.
Misc: I bring my own food and appreciate using your kitchen supplies like condiments, and possibly odds and ends and snacks within the fridge & pantry, only if you're ok with that. I am very respectful of all things that belong to you. I appreciate the offer to buy me food, etc. But if you would like to give me extra, cash is a great way to show your appreciation :)
