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Fisher Professional Services
- Austin, TX 78727 (map)
- (512) 917-4325
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Pet & House Sitter
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Fisher Professional Services • Austin, TX
- You'll be asked a few quick questions that will help describe your needs.
- You'll be asked to provide your contact information so that Susan Fisher will be able to get in touch with you.
- You'll have the option to get competing quotes from other qualified service professionals, saving you time and money.
Fisher Professional Services is a bonded and BBB accredited pet and house sitter, ready to assist you.
I realize that we would all love to take our pets with us on trips, but sometimes that is not possible. That is where I can be of service to you. I can either stay at your home or come by and check in on your pet, as needed.
The first thing I like to do is to meet with you at least twice before you go on your trip. That way, you can get to know me, I can get to know you, and your pet. For your own satisfaction, I will stay in contact with you on a constant basis. As an added perk, I take photos of your pet and send them to your email so you can see for yourself that your pet is being taken cared of. I supply my own food and anything else I may need. I take thorough notes about your pet's needs and quirks. All I ask is if I can use you as a reference, and put your pet's pictures on my website.
Confidentiality is of utmost importance to me. I would never share information between clients. If you need a reference, I can supply references upon request. My rates are very reasonable, however, extras are not included, i.e. taking your pet to the vet, mileage, gas, or if I have to purchase supplies. If you are interested in any of the services offered, please contact me with the kind of service you need. The only breeds that I will not pet-sit for are pit bulls and rottweilers.
* Pet Sitting:
Do you need someone to look after your pet while you are out of town? Short or long-term services are available. I can stay in your house and make sure your pet has enough to eat and drink, and if you own a cat, I can clean the litter box. I will take your dog(s) for a walk. If your animal needs medication, I will administer the medication to your animal. I am very good with animals, and they will be treated as if they were my own. If I stay overnight, I guarantee that your home will be in the same condition as when you left. Sometimes, I can make minor repairs at no extra charge. However, I will have to check on my own pet every other day and you will not be charged for the gas or mileage. The only extra charges are if I need to take your pet to the vet. Then, there is an extra charge plus mileage. I will contact you prior to any vet visit.
* House Sitting:
Do you have plans on going out of town and would like someone to stay at your house, while you are gone for security reasons? I am available to stay at your home, pick up the mail, newspaper, and fliers to let people know that someone is home. I know I would feel better if I had someone stay at my place while I was out of town, since crime goes up during the holidays.
I value confidentiality and will never share information between clients. The only thing that I would share is the type of organizational styles, nothing more, and nothing less. I am very trustworthy.
Please email or call me with the kind of service you need. I do require a minimum of 2 - 3 meetings with my clients so that they can get to know me, and I can get to know them and their pets. I take detailed notes of your pet's habits and life style.
Question and answer
Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A. Meet service providers in person at least two times before your trip. Look for bonded and/or BBB accredited businesses. This makes a huge difference when hiring a service providers. Make sure that they keep in constant contact with service providers. Check references.
Q. What questions should a consumer ask to hire the right service professional?
A. How long they have been in business. Check for BBB accreditation and bonding. Check references. Check out their web site. Ask what other minor services they are willing to do....i.e. take out the garbage, pick up mail, turn outside lights on and off.
Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?
A. Because I am bonded and BBB accredited company. I give them a list of references so that they can call to verify my quality of services. I am willing to do other minor chores, i.e. take out garbage, pick up mail, I am in constant contact with my clients. I never share confidential information between clients. Plus I meet with my clients at least 2 times before they leave for their trip and take notes.
Q. What do you like most about your job?
A. Not only do I get to take care of other's pets, it's like a mini vacation since I get to stay at other's houses. I have earned the trust of my clients. Some have even given me a key to their houses.
Q. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A. How much do you charge to stay at someone's house? I respond it varies depending on distance and number of animals.
Q. What do you wish customers knew about you or your profession?
A. That I am very trustworthy and love animals. I provide everything that I need...whether it's food, clothing, and I strip the bed before I leave and place the sheets on top of their washing machine. I take pictures of their animals and post them on my web site. I would also ask if they can write a recommendation and if I can use them as a reference. I will also need to check in on my own pets every two to three days.
Q. What is your greatest strength?
A. Perfection and professional. I treat their animals as my own.
