Frequently Asked Questions
Last Day Fees
+- If the sitter leaves by 10am on the last day, there is no additional fee.
- If the sitter leaves between 10am and 12pm, there is a half-day fee.
- If the sitter leaves after 12pm, there is a full-day fee.
Why do we have a last day fee?
To properly compensate our amazing sitters for the time and energy they put into each day.
What’s the difference between a Daily Visit and Fur-Babysitting?
+Daily visits are short, structured visits once or twice a day (Usually +/- 1 hour per visit).
Fur-Babysittings are longer stays (2+ hours), perfect if your pet needs extra company, supervision, or care.
Is there an extra charge for multiple pets?
+We love big fur families! There is no extra fee for up to 4 dogs. If you have more than 4 dogs, a small additional fee may apply to ensure each one receives proper care and attention.
Do you administer medication?
+Yes, many of our sitters are comfortable administering medication — just let us know your pet’s routine. Please note that this is sitter-dependent and there is no additional charge for this service.
Can I meet the sitter beforehand?
+Absolutely. We offer a complimentary meet-and-greet so you and your pets can get to know your sitter ahead of time. This helps everyone feel more comfortable.
Are you insured?
+Yes, Poochy Pets is fully insured. Your home and pets are in safe, professional hands.
What areas do you cover?
+We’re based in KZN, South Africa, and currently pet sit along the Dolphin Coast and in Umdloti and Umhlanga. Contact us to check availability in your area.
Do you have a loyalty/rewards program?
+Yes, we do! Here’s how it works:
Extended Stay Discounts:
- 5–7 Nights→ 10% off your total
- 8–13 Nights → 15% off your total
- 14+ Nights → 20% off your total
Loyalty Rewards for Shorter Bookings:
After 5 completed bookings, your 6th booking will automatically receive 25% off your total (including bookings for daily visits, 4+ hour Fur-babysitting sessions, dog walks, or Stay-Over sittings shorter than 5 days).
No need to keep track, we’ll automatically apply all discounts for you!
Loyalty & Rewards Ts & Cs
+Poochy Pets offers loyalty and extended stay discounts as a thank-you to our returning clients. These rewards are provided as a goodwill benefit through Poochy Pets and do not affect sitter pay.
Eligibility:
- Discounts apply to bookings made directly through Poochy Pets and are non-transferable.
- Extended stay discounts apply to consecutive booking days.
- Discounts cannot be combined with other promotions or offers.
- Poochy Pets reserves the right to adjust or discontinue the program at any time.
- Rewards are calculated and applied by Poochy Pets administration at our discretion.
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