Staying at home in a safe, secure environment

Being surrounded by familiar sights, smells and sounds

Following regular diet and exercise routine

Having play time

Receiving love and personal attention

Maintaining medical treatment, when required

Having someone responsible in case of an emergency

Eliminating the trauma of travel or an unfamiliar environment

Ensuring good health (no exposure to other animals' illness or parasites)
Benefits to the pet owner when hiring a professional pet sitter include:

Knowing that your pet is in caring, loving hands

Having the confidence that the pet sitter can deal with emergency pet care issues

Eliminating the trauma of having to transport and leave your pet

Not having to impose on family, friends or neighbors

Knowing your home is more secure (with someone going in each day and visually checking)