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Home Alone Professional Pet Sitting - The Woodlands, Texas
Serving North Spring/The Woodlands, Texas for eleven years!! We provide peace of mind to pet parents who travel away from home. This site will address your questions regarding using a pet sitter, as well as pet care, concerns and problemsolving. And much more! Have fun!
Jan Barr
Owner/Operator
Smiley of the Moment
Kramer
"I love my new perch!"
Quality Standards for Excellance
· The sitter is bonded, insured and criminal background check done
· The sitter provides references.
· The sitter has experience in caring for pets and is mindful of their safety and well-being.
· The sitter provides written literature describing services and stating fees.
· The sitter visits the client's home before the first pet sitting assignment to meet the pets and get detailed information about their care, at no charge (Additional introductory meetings are $15 each, if needed)
· The sitter wants to learn as much as possible about the animals in his or her care.
· The sitter is courteous, interested and well informed.
· The sitter provides references.
· The sitter has experience in caring for pets and is mindful of their safety and well-being.
· The sitter provides written literature describing services and stating fees.
· The sitter visits the client's home before the first pet sitting assignment to meet the pets and get detailed information about their care, at no charge (Additional introductory meetings are $15 each, if needed)
· The sitter wants to learn as much as possible about the animals in his or her care.
· The sitter is courteous, interested and well informed.
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For Your Peace of Mind.....
We bring you peace of mind while you are away from your home and your furry "kids"! PLUS - your pet sitter leaves you a Daily Diary - so you know exactly what went on in your absense!
* References upon request
* Referred by area vets
* Member of/insured through Pet Sitters Int'l. LLC
* Bonded by The Hartford
* You know and bond with your pet care specialist. No strangers - always the same sitter!
* We bring in mail and newspapers, take out trash, adjust lights, sweep, water plants, clean pool skimmers, and make your home appear occupied in your absense.
* We are mature, experienced, and love to spoil pets!
* Your pets will thank you!!
Call Jan for an appointment: 832-453-6244 or
Email me @ petshomealone@yahoo.com
* References upon request
* Referred by area vets
* Member of/insured through Pet Sitters Int'l. LLC
* Bonded by The Hartford
* You know and bond with your pet care specialist. No strangers - always the same sitter!
* We bring in mail and newspapers, take out trash, adjust lights, sweep, water plants, clean pool skimmers, and make your home appear occupied in your absense.
* We are mature, experienced, and love to spoil pets!
* Your pets will thank you!!
Call Jan for an appointment: 832-453-6244 or
Email me @ petshomealone@yahoo.com
About Me
- Jan Barr
- The Woodlands and Spring, Texas, United States
- I am the owner of Home Alone Professional Petsitting, started in 2000, to spoil pets in The Woodlands/North Spring areas. Call me at 832-453-6244, or you can email me: petshomealone@yahoo.com. Our prices are the most ressonable around! Plus, we are the BEST!
The Woodlands Pet Care Specialists
Rebecca and Bill are a great team!
Charlotte & Jake
Susan with Missy and Garrett
Isabel has 3 chihuahuas!
Chris and his Bird...
Ellie with Sadie and Valentine
Judy and her pups!
Terry with Wiggles and Frisky
Prepare for your Pet Sitter
Not only do petsitters need guidelines to make the pet sitting job go smoothly, but our customers need some guidelines, as well. Read below and you will see what I mean.
1. DON’T forget to leave the house key in the agreed upon location if you choose not to have it held on file with your Pet Sitter. There is a $5 key drop off/pick up charge if required.
2. Do not forget to leave your mail key and mailbox number if you want mail pick-up.
3. Leave detailed instructions for any medicines taken by pets; which pet, how it’s given (peanut butter, cheese, etc.), how often, when next dosage is due, etc.
4. Please have enough food, treats, chew bones, and kitty litter to last until you get home. If we have to go to the store for supplies you will be charged a minimum fee of $15.00 per hour, as well as the amount of the items we purchased for your pets. You will be left an invoice.
5. Please leave contact numbers (cell phones, hotels, relatives, etc.) of where you can be reached in case of emergency.
If a neighbor is helping out. leave their name and number.
6. During hurricane season we ask that you have someone close-by as a back-up should the need arise. If you do not, we can not be held responsible, as we may not be able to stay on schedule. We are also not responsible for home or grounds.
6. We will be happy to water a few patio or house plants. We will not be held responsible if a plant dies under our watch. We will charge for the extra time spent, if required, depending on the amount of plants needing care.
7. It is up to you to update Home Alone Petsitting on any changes in your pets’ veterinarians, your cell phone/home numbers, changes in pets’ behavior, health, diet, etc.
8. Please leave out some old towels in case of rain. It is hard to wipe off dirty feet with paper towels!
9. Please leave carpet cleaner out on the counter, along with paper towels, for any pet messes on your carpet.
10. Leave out a dust pan and brush by kitty litter box for litter clean up, as well as a scoop & plastic bags.
11. Notify us of any changes in your alarm system. We’ll also need the code word, and please notify your alarm company that we will be petsitting.
12. If you cook your own pet food please have all food precooked and packaged in the refrigerator.
13. I do not invoice, so please leave a check (or cash) on kitchen counter for pick up on the day you leave. The check is to be made out to JAN BARR. If you forget to leave the check a $5 fee is charged for pick-up upon your return home.
If a gratuity is included in payment, write tip amount on bottom of check, it will be forwarded to your Pet Sitter.
14. Reservations are made to plan our petsitters’ availability to all customers. Clients returning home early will be required to pay for the reserved amount of time booked. No credits or refunds will be offered.
15. When booking for summer months or holidays understand that we are a service company….. “First come, first serve”….SO BOOK EARLY (even with just approximate dates).
A 25% cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations made preceding Holidays and peak summer months if done so within 2 weeks of the start of your reservation. Full amount is due if cancelled within the week of the job start date.
16. Understand that the more chores you require of your Pet Sitter the more time it takes away from your pets cuddle/play time and the more we may have to charge for the extra responsibilities.
17. ALL reservations are to be made through Jan Barr.
1. DON’T forget to leave the house key in the agreed upon location if you choose not to have it held on file with your Pet Sitter. There is a $5 key drop off/pick up charge if required.
2. Do not forget to leave your mail key and mailbox number if you want mail pick-up.
3. Leave detailed instructions for any medicines taken by pets; which pet, how it’s given (peanut butter, cheese, etc.), how often, when next dosage is due, etc.
4. Please have enough food, treats, chew bones, and kitty litter to last until you get home. If we have to go to the store for supplies you will be charged a minimum fee of $15.00 per hour, as well as the amount of the items we purchased for your pets. You will be left an invoice.
5. Please leave contact numbers (cell phones, hotels, relatives, etc.) of where you can be reached in case of emergency.
If a neighbor is helping out. leave their name and number.
6. During hurricane season we ask that you have someone close-by as a back-up should the need arise. If you do not, we can not be held responsible, as we may not be able to stay on schedule. We are also not responsible for home or grounds.
6. We will be happy to water a few patio or house plants. We will not be held responsible if a plant dies under our watch. We will charge for the extra time spent, if required, depending on the amount of plants needing care.
7. It is up to you to update Home Alone Petsitting on any changes in your pets’ veterinarians, your cell phone/home numbers, changes in pets’ behavior, health, diet, etc.
8. Please leave out some old towels in case of rain. It is hard to wipe off dirty feet with paper towels!
9. Please leave carpet cleaner out on the counter, along with paper towels, for any pet messes on your carpet.
10. Leave out a dust pan and brush by kitty litter box for litter clean up, as well as a scoop & plastic bags.
11. Notify us of any changes in your alarm system. We’ll also need the code word, and please notify your alarm company that we will be petsitting.
12. If you cook your own pet food please have all food precooked and packaged in the refrigerator.
13. I do not invoice, so please leave a check (or cash) on kitchen counter for pick up on the day you leave. The check is to be made out to JAN BARR. If you forget to leave the check a $5 fee is charged for pick-up upon your return home.
If a gratuity is included in payment, write tip amount on bottom of check, it will be forwarded to your Pet Sitter.
14. Reservations are made to plan our petsitters’ availability to all customers. Clients returning home early will be required to pay for the reserved amount of time booked. No credits or refunds will be offered.
15. When booking for summer months or holidays understand that we are a service company….. “First come, first serve”….SO BOOK EARLY (even with just approximate dates).
A 25% cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations made preceding Holidays and peak summer months if done so within 2 weeks of the start of your reservation. Full amount is due if cancelled within the week of the job start date.
16. Understand that the more chores you require of your Pet Sitter the more time it takes away from your pets cuddle/play time and the more we may have to charge for the extra responsibilities.
17. ALL reservations are to be made through Jan Barr.
Sushi - my Chinese Crested at 7 years old
"Aren't I adorable?"
Rescued Sushi-see how skinny...
Free at last! " Real food-yum!!"
Puppy Mill Dogs
Sushi was rescued by the Humane Society, along with 175 other poor starving dogs in 2004, from Cleveland, Texas.
Over half of the dogs died.
He was so malnourished all of his bones stuck out and he had severe skin problems, worms and mites. He had lived in a cage for 3 years. He had never walked on grass and stayed alive by eating feces and bugs. He had no mane. as Cresteds do, no plume on his tail and no hair covering his feet - he was naked...He was a MESS!
Please do NOT buy a pet from a pet store. That is where the puppys go that these poor puppy mill dogs breed.
If we all rescue the wonderful, loving dogs available at shelters this abhorition would end.
You can help change this unnecessary cruelty.
If you know of someone looking for a new addition to their home, PLEASE direct them to a shelter. Thank you.
Over half of the dogs died.
He was so malnourished all of his bones stuck out and he had severe skin problems, worms and mites. He had lived in a cage for 3 years. He had never walked on grass and stayed alive by eating feces and bugs. He had no mane. as Cresteds do, no plume on his tail and no hair covering his feet - he was naked...He was a MESS!
Please do NOT buy a pet from a pet store. That is where the puppys go that these poor puppy mill dogs breed.
If we all rescue the wonderful, loving dogs available at shelters this abhorition would end.
You can help change this unnecessary cruelty.
If you know of someone looking for a new addition to their home, PLEASE direct them to a shelter. Thank you.
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I RESCUED A HUMAN TODAY..........
I rescued a human today.
Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.
I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them.
As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life. She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well.
Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor.
So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.
I rescued a human today.
Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.
I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them.
As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life. She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well.
Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor.
So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.
I rescued a human today.
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A Pet's Ten Wishes and Requests For Us
1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
4. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments, but I have only you.
5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to.
8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I have been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.
9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.
10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.
~Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without God's critters~ We do not have to wait for Heaven, to be surrounded by hope, love, and joyfulness. It is here on earth and has four legs!
"Nimbus"
Cornish Rex
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Pets Take to The Airways!
A new airline scheduled to take off in the US fully expects its passengers to behave like animals. On Pet Airways, of Delray Beach, Florida, all pets travel in the main cabin and owners are not allowed on board - not even in the cargo hold. The airline claims to be the first designed specifically for the safe and comfortable transportation of pets. Company founders say they got the idea while planning holidays with their pet dog. Currently, most pets travelling by air are transported in the cargo hold and are handled as baggage," said Mr Wiesel. "The experience is frightening to the pets, and can cause severe emotional and physical harm, even death. This is not what most pet owners want to subject their pets to, but they have had no other choice, until now." The airline has scheduled its first flight for cats and dogs for 14 July and will serve five US cities - New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Denver and Los Angeles. Pets can be booked in online and are checked in to a Pet Lounge at the airport. Pet attendants give the animals a "potty break" shortly before take-off and then monitor the animals during the flight. Owners - or Pet Parents - can follow their travel progress using an online "pet tracker". On its website, the airline promises never to leave a pet alone. The flights will be made in 19-seat turbo-prop planes operated by Suburban Air Freight, which have their seats removed to make space for the pet carriers.
My old guy...
Frasier napping!
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A Dogs' Purpose in Life....
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. Take naps. Stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Thrive on attention and let people touch you. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass. On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree. When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk. Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it. When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY! Handle every stressful situation like a dog. If you can't eat it or play with it.... Pee on it and walk away...
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY! Handle every stressful situation like a dog. If you can't eat it or play with it.... Pee on it and walk away...
Kramer loved his toys!
7/98 - 2/10 Forever in my heart....
Ozzie the African Grey
Click on Ozzie for info and insight into parrots!
Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
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Find a new family member!
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Selecting Your Pets' Veterinarian
Selecting a veterinarian for your pet is a personal choice, the same as is selecting your own doctor or dentist. The criteria you use in choosing a physician or dentist should be similar.
What is important to you? Location? Convenient hours of service? Friendliness and service commitment of doctors and staff? Fees?
In selecting a veterinarian, your goals should be to find the doctor that best meets your needs and to establish a long-term relationship.
The veterinarian will maintain a history of your pet, including health records that detail immunizations, reactions to medications, behavior traits, etc. So, it's important to see your veterinarian for all your pet's health care needs. Your veterinarian will know the best preventive and critical care to provide with your pet's individual health care needs in mind.
Your friends with pets are a good source of information. Ask them what they like about their veterinarian. But remember, their ideal choice may not be yours.
If you've just moved, you will want to locate a veterinarian soon. Don't wait until your pet becomes ill; you want to establish a relationship right away.
I look for a vet who introduces themself to me and looks me in the eye - then greets my pet and does the same. I want respect for both of us.
What is important to you? Location? Convenient hours of service? Friendliness and service commitment of doctors and staff? Fees?
In selecting a veterinarian, your goals should be to find the doctor that best meets your needs and to establish a long-term relationship.
The veterinarian will maintain a history of your pet, including health records that detail immunizations, reactions to medications, behavior traits, etc. So, it's important to see your veterinarian for all your pet's health care needs. Your veterinarian will know the best preventive and critical care to provide with your pet's individual health care needs in mind.
Your friends with pets are a good source of information. Ask them what they like about their veterinarian. But remember, their ideal choice may not be yours.
If you've just moved, you will want to locate a veterinarian soon. Don't wait until your pet becomes ill; you want to establish a relationship right away.
I look for a vet who introduces themself to me and looks me in the eye - then greets my pet and does the same. I want respect for both of us.
Health Insurance for Pets
With some pet owners now shelling out thousands of dollars for medical procedures for their animals, a number of companies have sprung up offering health insurance plans for pets.
Consumer Reports found that when you add up the premiums, deductibles, co-payments, unreimbursed costs and exclusions, pet insurance is no bargain. The magazine concludes that the policies are almost never worth the price.
In fact, pet insurance is such a bad deal that Consumer Reports recommends that if you're worried about having enough money to keep your pet healthy, start a savings account just for that purpose!. That way, you'll have the money if you need it. And if you don't need it, it goes back in your pocket.
So far, less than one percent of the nearly 60 million U-S households with pets have opted for the insurance. But the largest pet insurer company says its business grew by 45 percent last year.
Consumer Reports found that when you add up the premiums, deductibles, co-payments, unreimbursed costs and exclusions, pet insurance is no bargain. The magazine concludes that the policies are almost never worth the price.
In fact, pet insurance is such a bad deal that Consumer Reports recommends that if you're worried about having enough money to keep your pet healthy, start a savings account just for that purpose!. That way, you'll have the money if you need it. And if you don't need it, it goes back in your pocket.
So far, less than one percent of the nearly 60 million U-S households with pets have opted for the insurance. But the largest pet insurer company says its business grew by 45 percent last year.
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