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How to write a house sitter application guide cover for Responsible House Sitters

A clear, practical guide to house sitting applications that build trust with homeowners, improve your chances of sits, and include three examples now.

Festive foods cats can’t eat at Christmas including ham, chocolate, raisins, alcohol and cooked bones

A simple, fridge-friendly PDF guide showing common Christmas foods cats shouldn’t eat, designed to help keep cats safe during the busy holiday season.

Festive foods dogs can’t eat at Christmas including chocolate, ham, raisins, alcohol and cooked bones

A clear, festive fridge guide showing common Christmas foods dogs shouldn’t eat — perfect for busy homes, guests, and the holiday rush.

Owner’s Guide Preparing for a House Sitter cover page with calm editorial photo and clean RHS design

A calm, comprehensive guide for homeowners preparing for a house sitter. Covers pets, property, routines, contacts and everything your sitter needs for a smooth, confident stay.

Cover image of the RHS House Sitters Guide, a resource to help sitters feel confident, prepared and empowered during every house sit.

Stay organised, confident, and prepared on every house sit. This practical sitter’s checklist helps you settle in smoothly, follow routines, and finish each sit professionally and with confidence.

House sitting agreement cover page with calm editorial photography and the title Setting expectations clearly

Set clear expectations before a house sit begins. These agreement forms help homeowners and house sitters discuss key details and start each sit aligned and confident.

Woman gently resting her forehead against a Labrador’s head, showing mutual trust and emotional connection in a house sitting environment

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Home Owners

Prepare your home with ease using clear forms and checklists designed for homeowners. Keep routines organised, key details simple to follow, and communication smooth. These practical tools help ensure your sitter feels confident, informed, and ready to care for your home.

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RHS Verified

RHS Verified brings warmth and trust into every connection. Your bio, community reviews, and an independent check come together to create a profile that feels reassuring and genuine. It helps sitters and homeowners feel confident, supported, and ready to build a positive experience from the very beginning.

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House Sitters

Stay organised with our house sitter forms and checklists, designed to make every sit smooth and stress-free. Track routines, note important details, and keep communication clear so you can care for homes and pets confidently, professionally, and with ease every day nightly.

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RHS Verified

RHS Verified is your way of showing the community who you truly are — warmly, honestly, and with confidence. Your profile brings together your bio, reviews from the people you’ve helped, and an independent verification to give homeowners and sitters a real sense of trust and reassurance.
It’s a gentle, genuine way to stand out and say, “You can feel comfortable choosing me.”

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