TrustedHousesitters allows for a guilt-free vacation for pet owners and the chance to travel for would-be sitters, plus they can get additional money off new annual memberships
Research indicates that over half of pet owners admit to travelling less since acquiring a pet, with 57% planning their holidays around pet-friendly accommodation. The challenge of balancing pet ownership and travel is real, as many feel guilty about leaving their furry companions in unfamiliar surroundings or are unable to take them along.
Concerns extend to separation anxiety and overall wellbeing, with nearly half (49%) of pet owners admitting they worry more about their pet’s welfare than their own holiday enjoyment. Additionally, a third of pet parents spend a significant portion of their holiday glued to their phones, checking up on their pets or video calling their sitters.
However, this need not be the standard for pet owners. The ideal scenario involves going on holiday with the assurance that your pets are safe and comfortable at home. TrustedHousesitters offers a guilt-free holiday solution for pet owners and an opportunity for potential sitters to travel.
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They’re also offering a discount on new annual memberships with the code THS20SC until 30th September – terms and conditions apply. TrustedHousesitters provides pet owners with the peace of mind to travel, knowing their pets are being cared for at home by a verified sitter.
With the current discount offer, a one-year membership fee for a sitter starts at £79.20, reports the Express. Pet parent membership usually begins at £119, but with the discount code, it’s even more affordable. Once signed up, pet parents can invite as many sitters as needed throughout the year.
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Research has found that pet owners are relunctant to travel but now this could be the ideal solution.
The platform is designed for user-friendly navigation. Pet owners can begin their search at no cost, and when ready to commit, they can opt for a membership plan – basic, standard or premium.
Rather than charging for their services, sitters offer pet care in return for accommodation during their travels and the company of a furry friend, enabling pet parents to take a break. Pet owners can rest easy knowing that all sitters are verified, with reviews from fellow pet parents available for perusal.
Pets get to enjoy the safety and familiarity of their own homes while their owners are away. For sitters, who must be over 21, it presents an economical travel option with an annual membership granting unlimited pet sitting stays worldwide.
It’s important to note that house sitting may be classified as work in certain countries, necessitating a visa for travel. Potential sitters should familiarise themselves with a country’s travel regulations before accepting a house sitting assignment.
There are alternative platforms offering similar services that pet owners might want to explore. For instance, Rover, an app and website linking dog and cat owners with local pet sitters and dog walkers across the UK, US, Canada and Europe.
Another viable option is Borrow My Doggy, which pairs dog owners with verified local borrowers for walks, weekend stays, and overnight visits. Interested parties can register for free and opt for premium memberships if necessary.
TrustedHousesitters has earned a stellar reputation on Trustpilot, boasting a 4.5 out of 5 star rating from over 21,000 reviews. One user shared: “My family and I love the benefits of TrustedHousesitters! Nearly every holiday since joining has been as a sitter. We even sat for a month when we moved to a new city to have time to get to know the neighbourhoods and research where we wanted to live before signing a long-term lease or buying.”
Another user expressed: “Since joining Trusted Housesitters, we are slowly but surely spreading our wings into new adventures. Not only meeting lovely people and their pets, but getting to explore parts of the UK we have traditionally driven through en route to somewhere else and commented, ‘isn’t this lovely! We really should come back’. Now we’re starting to spend a few days in the many treasures dotted around. And all done with an old favourite of mornings, afternoons and evenings filled with furry cuddles.Our latest trip to Hampshire has been wonderful. Two wonderful dogs, equally wonderful hosts and a gorgeous part of the world to explore.”
A third person stated: “Finding this site a year ago was a lifesaver. We have had a number of sitters and all have proven reliable, trustworthy and efficient. It has freed my wife and me up to do so much travelling that would otherwise have been impossible.”
And a fourth explained: “We have been using Trusted Housesitters since last year and have had a wonderful experience. All the sitters have been fabulous – taking such great care of our animals and the house. The site is easy to use and provides incredible value for money and peace of mind.”
Some patrons have voiced concerns regarding the ease of use on the TrustedHousesitters website. A particular reviewer awarded the service four stars, commenting: “The app is definitely better than the website, which is not as intuitive as it could be.”
Another satisfied customer expressed their delight with the app’s user-friendliness: “The app has been so straightforward and easy to use. The saved searches have led us to stays that fit exactly what we are looking for. Our first stay was incredible! I just wish we had known about Trusted Housesitters sooner! We’ve already booked a second stay and referred two friends.”
Someone else wrote: “Trusted Housesitters is probably one of the coolest travel hacks I have ever discovered. I have had the opportunity to travel to so many places for a fraction of the cost, meet some of the most generous people, stay in some stunning homes, and spend time with adorable pets.”
For those keen on discovering a house sitter or venturing out as a pet sitter via TrustedHousesitters, there’s an opportunity to save on new annual memberships by using the promo code THS20SC until the 30th of September.
