What would happen to your pets
Many people in our community worry about what would happen to their pets if something were to happen to them. Whether this is an accident, a sudden health issue, or hospitalization. We want to put your worry at ease!
Existing Clients: Simply put a wallet card or key chain fob to alert emergency responders that you have pets at home alone and put our contact information on it. They will call us and we will step in to make sure your pets are fed, watered and let out for potty until you are able to come home. If you want us to be on standby for this service we will need to keep a copy of your key in our safe; simply reply to this email and we'll coordinate this step.
Other Pet Parents: This is a bit trickier as we won't have met your pets and we aren't familiar with their care. We will provide this service to cats and reliably friendly dogs (think Golden Retriever personality) who will welcome us into the home. Hospital staff who call us on your behalf will also need to give us basic information, like your address, and we can arrange to get your keys from them. This is not always an easy solution and we recommend using our pet sitting or dog walking service so we are already part of your dog's family.
Alternative: What happens if you don't have an emergency contact or your pet will not allow a stranger into the home? Animal Control is the default contact when a pet parent doesn't have anyone to call, or isn't able to alert emergency staff as to who to call. Your pet(s) will be taken to the animal shelter.
Most Important Step: Please make sure to have a card in your wallet that indicates you have pets at home alone. This is critical to fast coordination of their care In Case of Emergency.
