Online Pet Checks Terms

Last updated: 6 May 2026

Summary

Our Online Pet Checks are written guidance services.

No live call is included.

After purchase, please complete the intake form and include your WooCommerce order number.

We aim to send your written plan within 2 to 3 working days after receiving your completed intake form.

This is practical pet care guidance. It is not veterinary advice.

For illness, injury, pain, urgent symptoms or medication questions, contact a vet or qualified professional.

  1. About Online Pet Checks

These terms apply to Online Pet Checks purchased through Housesitter.ie.

Online Pet Checks provide practical written guidance based on the information, photos and details you send us.

The service is delivered by email.

No live call is included.

  1. How the service works

After purchase, you will receive a WooCommerce order confirmation email.

You must complete our Online Pet Check Intake Form and include your WooCommerce order number.

We can only start your review after we receive your completed intake form and any relevant photos.

If important information is missing, we may contact you by email before completing the review.

  1. Delivery

We aim to send your written plan by email within 2 to 3 working days after receiving your completed intake form.

Delivery may take longer if we need more information from you.

  1. What may be included

  • Depending on the Online Pet Check purchased, we may review:
  • Aquarium setup, equipment, stocking, maintenance routine and water quality information.
  • Aquarium setup planning, including tank size, filter, lighting, plants, stocking and maintenance routine.
  • Pet home setup, daily routine, feeding area, sleeping area, safety, product choices and holiday preparation.
  1. What is not included

  • Online Pet Checks do not include:
  • Live video calls.
  • Emergency support.
  • Veterinary diagnosis.
  • Medical treatment advice.
  • Medication advice.
  • Behavioural diagnosis requiring clinical assessment.
  1. Not veterinary advice

Our guidance is practical pet care and setup advice.

It is not veterinary advice.

We do not diagnose illness, injury, pain, disease or medical conditions.

For illness, injury, pain, urgent symptoms, medication questions or health concerns, contact a vet or qualified professional.

  1. Aquarium advice

For aquarium checks, we can advise on setup, equipment, stocking, maintenance routines, water quality information and general care.

We cannot diagnose fish disease.

We cannot replace veterinary care for aquatic animals.

  1. Customer responsibility

You are responsible for providing accurate information, clear photos and relevant details.

Our recommendations are based only on the information you provide.

If important details are missing, our review may be limited.

  1. Right to cancel and refunds

You may have a legal right to cancel an online service purchase within 14 days.

If you wish to cancel, contact us as soon as possible.

If we have not started reviewing your submitted information, we can cancel the order and issue a refund.

If you ask us to start the service before the 14-day cancellation period ends, and we have started reviewing your information, you may be charged a reasonable amount for the work already carried out.

Once the written plan has been completed and sent to you, the service is considered delivered.

If we cannot provide a useful review based on the information submitted, we may request more details or offer a refund.

  1. Refund timing

Where a refund is due, we aim to process it as soon as possible and no later than 14 days after agreeing the cancellation or refund.

  1. Contact

If you have questions about your order, cancellation or refund, email us at:

housesitter@housesitter.ie