Before You Go Away
Don’t leave your pet sitter guessing.
Clear written instructions help your sitter understand your pet’s routine, feeding, medication, behaviour, emergency contacts and home notes before you go away.
Housesitter.ie has provided local pet care in Dundalk since 2011. These digital products are designed to help pet owners prepare more clearly before holidays, boarding, house sitting, cat visits or care by friends and family.
Why this matters before you go away
You know your pet’s routine better than anyone. But when you are away, your sitter may need to make decisions without you standing beside them.
What is normal?
Some pets hide, pant, refuse food at first, bark, sleep a lot or behave differently when their owner is away.
What needs attention?
Medication, feeding rules, anxiety, litter tray habits, reactivity or old age should not be left to memory.
What should the sitter do?
Emergency contacts, vet details, home access, keys, bins, plants and house notes should be clear before care starts.
Choose the right option
Start with the downloadable handover pack, choose a written readiness check, or get the complete bundle if you want both.
Digital Download
Before You Go Away Pet Handover Pack
€19
A downloadable ZIP file with two versions: a fillable PDF and an editable Word document.
- Pet routine sheet
- Feeding and medication notes
- Emergency contacts
- Behaviour and safety notes
- Home access and house notes
Written Review
Pet & Home Readiness Check
€89
A written review of your pet, home and sitter instructions before you go away.
- We review your intake form
- We highlight missing or unclear details
- We check routine, feeding and emergency notes
- You receive a practical written response
- Delivered within 2–3 working days after intake
Best Value
Pack + Written Review
Complete Holiday Pet Handover Bundle
€119
The downloadable handover pack plus a written Pet & Home Readiness Check.
- Includes the full Handover Pack ZIP
- Includes the written readiness review
- Includes one follow-up question by email
- Best option for first-time sitters or complex routines
- Clear preparation before holidays or boarding
How it works
1. Choose your product
Pick the download pack, the written readiness check, or the complete bundle.
2. Prepare your information
Complete the pack yourself or submit the intake form if your product includes a written review.
3. Leave clearer instructions
Your sitter has a clearer picture of your pet’s routine, needs, home setup and emergency information.
Good fit for
Holiday preparation
Useful before you leave your pet with a sitter, friend, family member or boarding provider.
Older or nervous pets
Helpful when your pet has habits, health notes, anxiety, medication or a specific routine.
First-time care arrangements
Especially useful when someone is caring for your pet for the first time.
Important boundary
These products are practical preparation and handover tools only. They are not veterinary advice, emergency support, behaviour diagnosis or live consultation.
If your pet is unwell, distressed or needs urgent help, please contact your vet or an emergency veterinary service immediately.
Prepare before you go away
A clear handover can reduce confusion, help your sitter act with confidence and make your pet’s care easier to follow while you are away.
Choose your option