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Monday, July 12, 2010

DaPetLady Pet Sitting Service

Hello and WELCOME to
DaPetLady Pet Sitting Blog
If you need a pet sitter in Long beach, California or the surrounding areas:

DaPetLady has reasonable rates a Paw Rewards Program for referring customers
is dependable, Professional, Insured and Bonded
Professional and is there for you when you can't be!!!

We pet sit........walk your dog.........Potty Breaks....Pet Taxi....and House Sit....Sorry NO Boarding

Call us Today and Schedule your Service!!!!

CODE OF ETHICS

Member and Insured through
Pet Sitters Associates,LLC
DaPetLady Pet Sitting
[562] 756-1556
Code of Ethics

Pets are like a member of your family and as a pet sitter I recognize the importance pets play in the lives of their owners. My care of your pets is very important and is looked upon as a very serious responsibility!


AS YOUR PET SITTER I AGREE TO FOLLOW
THIS CODE OF ETHICS:


  • I will treat every pet as if it were my own
  •  I will be dependable and responsible at all times
  •  I will have an honest and trustworthy relationship with all my customers
  •  I will respect and protect my customer’s home and property
  •  I will always keep my promises and fulfill my commitments

My success as your pet sitter will be affected by the way I conduct my business and treat you and your pets. By using the above Code of Ethics I will reach my goals of being a professional pet sitter. Please comment on the attached card and advise DaPetLady Pet Sitting if your comments can be used as future testimonials.

Thank you for your service and we look forward
to pet sitting for you again!!

DaPetLady SERVICE RATES FEES

Service Charges:


Potty Break: $16.00 letting your pet out to do his/her "business" while you are at work or away for the day [1-2 pets]

Dog Walking: $18.00 for a 30 minute walk around your neighborhood [your dog must be leash trained and have all current shots, including Rabies, and license. [1 dog] [For whole week fees see below]

Basic visit: $18.00 [approx. 30 min-1 hour] includes feeding, water and medication, litter box change (for cats) 1 time a day [1-2 animals]

Basic Visit Plus: $20.00 [approx. 45min- 1 hour] includes feeding water, and medication, litter box change (for cats) 1 time a day [3-4 animals] $5 each additional pet

Second visit: $10.00 a day

House Sitting: $16.00 for 1 visit a day, take in mail and paper, close and open blinds, water plants, inside and outside, take out garbage, turn on and off lights, wild bird feeding, and any other tasks can be discussed on initial FREE visit. [House sitting can be done daily, 3x a week, or 2x a week see rates below]

Walk n' Bark: $24.00 [approx 1 hour] includes Basic visit [above] along with a long walk around your area, and/or play time [1-2 pets]

Paw-Taxi Service: $18.00 We will pick up and drop off your pet at the vet, groomer, daycare, boarding or anywhere needed [round trip fee][1pet]

ADDITIONAL PET FOR ALL SERVICES: $5.00 [each pet]

Freebies: We will pick up your mail, newspapers, and throw-aways, turn on/off lights, water plants, move trash bins on trash days and more. Return your house key.

House Sitting Fee Schedule:


# Days               Fee                                time
1x daily               $16                                30 min
3x a week          $18                                 30 min
2x a week          $20                                 30 min

Our Walking Fees:
DaPetLady Pet Sitting Services is competitive with other Am and mid-day walking services. Our Big-Paw Walks are 20-30 minutes walks. We also have Mini-Paw-Walks that are 15 minute walks for the older doggies and littler ones. If you have 3 or more dogs, please call for a quote.

Clients have the choice of two billing plans depending on their needs.

If you need our services consistently every week, the Big-Paw-Walks are perfect for you. If you find that within the first 30 days it is not for you, we can change you to our Easy-Paw-Walks and bill you the fee for that plan. [See below fees]

For clients with irregular schedules, or if you need a temporary service, our Easy-Paw-Walk plan may be better for you, because you can pay as you need us.

Please note that all our fees are based on a 3-month minimum service and if you decide to cancel before that time there will be an additional charge of $20.00.

The initial visit is FREE and DaPetLady will come to your home to meet you and your pet/s. This allows us to get all the proper paperwork filled out and also for you and your pet/s to get to know DaPetLady. Feeling comfortable with each other is essential to help the "walking" experience for DapetLady and your pet/s go more smoothly.

DOG WALKING WEEKLY CHARGES:

Big-Paw-Visits:
20-30 minutes each            Per Week/Per visit
1 Doggie    5 walks    4 walks    3 walks      2 walks    1 walk
                    $16.00      $16.50     $17.00     $17.50      $18.00
Extra Walks: $16.00     $16.50   $17.00     $17.50      $18.00
2 Doggies:     $19.00     $19.50     $20.00    $20.50      $21.00
Extra Walks: $19.00    $19.50     $20.00    $20.50      $21.00

Mini-Paw-Visits:
15 minutes each for toy breeds & elderly dogs Per week/Per visit

                  5 visits       4 visits     3 visits    2 visits     1 visit 
1 Doggie:   $15.00     $15.50      $16.00      $16.50      $17.00
Extra Visits: $15.00    $15.50   $16.00     $16.50   $17.00
2 Doggies:  $17.00    $17.50     $18.00   $18.50     $19.00
Extra Visits:  $17.00   $17.50    $18.00  $18.50     $19.00
Fees:

***The above listed fees are for weekday (M-F) and am or mid-day Walks only.
      Mid-day walks are usually walks between the hours of 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM,
     AM is considered 8:30 am -10:30 am. If you need a time outside of these hours,
     please feel free to contact DaPetLady with your requests.

Cancellations:
Because each of our Big-Paw and Mini-Paw clients has a reserved slot we are limited with our scheduling times, and daily cancellations do not reduce your bill. However, you may "make up" the missed visit during the same week. Any "make up" days are subject to our availability. If you need to cancel your daily walk, please call DaPetLady by 9 pm the night before to ensure no charges.

Easy-Paw-Walks
# of Doggies         Standard Visits 20-30 min each

1 Doggie:                 $18.00 per walk 
2 Doggies:                $21.00 per walk

3+ Doggies 45-min visit required-call for rate
3 or more dogs will require a 45-min visit. No Easy-Paw-Walks - please call for fees

Our "Easy-Paw-Walks" billing option is perfect for our clients with irregular schedules. Clients are billed in a 4 week bill cycle like our "Big-Paw" and "Mini-Paw" clients, but the fees are not set. Clients pay only for the walks they receive as long as they cancel within 24 hours of a scheduled walk.

How can you cancel or change your walk time?
The only way to cancel or change your walk is to call or email DaPetLady Pet Sitting Service. Requests must be made 48 hours in advance if contact is by email, or we can not honor the cancel. This policy ensures that there are no unnecessary tips made and that you’re billed correctly! There are no charges if DaPetLady cancels any walks.

Vacation Allowance:
Please contact DaPetLady at least two weeks before your vacation to cancel service. Please Note: if you need your DaPetLady to house sit while you're away, see our fees for that service above. Must have service for at least three months

Holidays:
DaPetLady does not walk on the following holidays: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July week [DaPetLady is on vacation 5 days around the 4th], Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and, Christmas Day. ** DaPetLady will always give 30 day advance notice when she is on vacation and cannot walk your [pet/s]

Billing:
Big-Paw and Mini-Paw clients are billed every 4-weeks. Clients can choose to be invoiced and pay by check, or pay through PAY PAL with your credit card or electronic check. Any "auto pays" can be set up through your bank. If you pay by check and it is returned there will be an extra $25.00 fee and checks
will no longer be accepted.

2010 Billing Cycles:
6/5/10-7/6/10
7/7/10-8/9/10
8/10/10-9/12/10
9/13/10-10/11/10
10/12/10-11/10/10
11/11/10-12/8/10
12/9/10-1/6/10

DaPetLady Cat Service Form

                        Thank you for stopping by
                  DaPetLady Pet Sitting Services
Please fill out the form below and we will
assist you as soon as possible. You can:
  • Email: dapetlady@gmail.com
  • Fax: [562] 683-3000 [highlight, right click COPY, open up your Word Program, right click PASTE, then fill it out and PRINT and FAX
  • CALL: [562] 756-1556 to make an appointment
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________                                     DaPetLady Pet Sitting
                                                                     [mailing address]
P O Box 265
                                                              Los Alamitos, CA 90720
                                                                    (562) 756-1556
                                                               DaPetLady@gmail.com
                                                               http://www.dapetlady.com/
                                        Pet Sitting for all Long Beach and Surrounding Areas

                            CAT INFORMATION SHEET

Client Name: _______________________

Cat's Name[s]: ______________________________________

Age: [1] [2] _____[3]__________[4]________________

Breed: ____________________________

Color/Markings: _______________________________________

Sex: M or F _____________________________________Neutered / Spayed ______________________

Rabies tag #: __________

Date rabies shot expires: ________

Feeding:

What kind of food/s does your cat eat? _______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

When does your cat eat?__________________________________________________________________

Special feeding instructions:_____________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Medication: Is your cat on any medications that must be administered? If yes, please describe any medication procedures and the name and dosage of the medication as well as where it is kept. __________

_______________________________________________________________________

Other : Is your cat allowed outdoors? Yes No Does your cat have favorite toys? Yes No

Does your cat have favorite hiding places? Yes No

Is there something that will bring your cat out of hiding (the sound of the can opener or treat jar, for example)? ______________________________________________________________

Traits:

Please answer the following brief questionnaire about your cat. It will help us to better care for him/her:

Declawed? YES / NO

Tries to escape? YES / NO

Will not eat when stressed? YES / NO

Prone to hairballs? YES / NO

Skittish with strangers? YES / NO

Uses the litter box reliably? YES / NO

Fearful of loud noises? YES / NO

Likes to be petted? YES / NO

Likes to be held? YES / NO

Has the cat bitten anyone? YES / NO

Other signs of aggression? YES / NO

Please indicate anything else about your cat's habits or behavior that would be useful to us in providing care:_________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

House Services:

Where should I place the daily mail? __________________________________________

Do you need me to take out the trash? __________________

If the phone rings, should I answer it? ______________________

Should I turn off and on lights?__________________

The following agreement will remain valid for future service[s], with the exception of any agreed upon changes in fees and frequency or total number of visits. The parties agree as follows:

1. Number of visits per day _________________Total visits: ______________Fee:_____________

2. Any additional visits requested or necessary shall be paid for at the agreed rate: Any additional necessary costs such as food, veterinary visits, and the client shall pay for in full to include all supplies.

3. DaPetLady agrees to provide the services stated in this contract in a reliable and trustworthy manner. In consideration of these services and as an express condition thereof the client expressly waives and relinquishes any and all claims against DaPetLady unless arising out of negligence.

4. DaPetLady shall not be held responsible for the loss, injury or death of any pet that the client has left outside, or has instructed DaPetLady to allow outside.

5. The client fully understands the contents of this contract, and by signing below takes full responsibility for prompt payment within 3 days of completion of services contracted.

A late charge of $5.00 may be applied if payment is not received after 10 days of service.

In the event of cancellation of scheduled service, a _________cancellation fee may be assessed.

Signature: ________________________________________________Date:__________________ By signing this contract you agree to all terms and conditions.

Print Name:______________________________________________________________________

DaPetLady Dog Service Form

             Need a Pet Sitter or House Sitter
                just fill out the form below:
  • email it to DaPetLady at: dapetlady@gmail.com
  • Copy and Paste it into your word document, print it, then fax it to: [562] 683-3000
  • Call or Text [562] 756-1556 for your FREE 1st intial introduction visit....[be sure to have this form filled out]
P O Box 265
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 756-1556
                                       Pet Sitting for all Long Beach and Surrounding Areas

                                                        DOG INFORMATION SHEET

Client Name: ________________________________________________________

Dog's Name: _____________________ _______________________________________

Age: [1] ______[2]_________[3]_________[4]__________[5]__________[6]_________

Breed: __________________________________________________________________

Color/Markings: _________________________________________________________

Sex: M or F _____ Neutered / Spayed ____________ Rabies tag #: __________**

Date rabies shot expires: _______________________________

Feeding:

What kind of food/s does your dog eat? _________________________________________

When does your dog eat? ____________________________________________________

Where should food be placed?_________________________________________________

What food goes to each dog?__________________________________________________

Should I wait while your dog eats and clean up or can the food be left out overnight? _________________________________________________________________________

What can I do if your multiply pets compete for food? ______________________________

Other?????_________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Medication: Is your dog on any medications that must be administered? If yes, please describe the medication procedures including name, dosage and where it is kept.

Where is medication? ___________________________________________________

At what time[s] each day should the medication be given?____________________________

How? __________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Other:

Does your dog have a favorite game?____________________________________________

Does your dog have favorite hiding places? _______________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Where do you keep your collar and leash? ________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________

Does your dog need a special harness or choke collar for walks? ______________________

________________________________________________Where is it?________________

Veterinarian Name and #_____________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________

Traits:

Please answer the following brief questionnaire about your dog. It will help us to better care for him/her:

Is your dog friendly with other dogs: YES / NO Likes new adults: YES / NO

Likes children: YES / NO Likes being on a leash during walks: YES / NO

Is allowed in the house: YES / NO Is allowed to have treats: YES / NO

Is prone to digging: YES / NO Is prone to chewing: YES / NO

Is fearful of noises or other things: YES / NO Obeys basic commands: YES / NO

Has bitten people or other dogs: YES / NO Has shown other aggression: YES / NO

Please indicate anything else about your dog's habits or behavior that would be useful to us in providing care: ___________________________________________ Where should I place the daily mail? __________________________________________

Do you need me to take out the trash? __________________

If the phone rings, should I answer it? ______________________

Should I turn off and on lights?__________________

The following agreement will remain valid for future service[s], with the exception of any agreed upon changes in fees and frequency or total number of visits. The parties agree as follows:

1. Number of visits per day _________________Total visits: ______________Fee:_____________

2. Any additional visits requested or necessary shall be paid for at the agreed rate: Any additional necessary costs such as food, veterinary visits, and the client shall pay for in full to include all supplies.

3. DaPetLady Pet Sitting agrees to provide the services stated in this contract in a reliable and trustworthy manner. In consideration of these services and as an express condition thereof the client expressly waives and relinquishes any and all claims against DaPetLady Pet Sitting unless arising out of negligence.

4. DaPetLady Pet Sitting shall not be held responsible for the loss, injury or death of any pet that the client has left outside, or has instructed DaPetLady Pet Sitting to allow outside.

5. The client fully understands the contents of this contract, and by signing below takes full responsibility for prompt payment within 3 days of completion of services contracted.

      A late charge of $5.00 may be applied if payment is not received after 10 days of service.

     In the event of cancellation of scheduled service, a _________cancellation fee may be assessed.


Signature: _____________________________________________Date: ______________
                                     [Client]
Print Name:_______________________________________________________________
** All dogs must have current Rabies shots and be licensed in order to be walked by DaPetLady’s Pet Sitting service.