FAQ

Answers to Common Questions About Tailchasers
Why should I use a professional dog walking/pet sitting company?

Your pets can stay in familiar surroundings where they are comfortable and safe while being care for by a bonded and insured pet care professional.  Maintaining your pet’s normal routine will reduce the amount of stress on your pet, and you won’t have to worry about your pet being exposed to germs.  Your home’s security will be enhanced with someone visiting your house each day.  If there is a problem with your home, your Tailchaser will notify you right away.  There is no need to arrange a time to schedule a bath and pick up for your pet because when you arrive home, your pet will be waiting for you!

Is Tailchasers Bonded and Insured?
Yes!  All Tailchasers staff members are bonded, insured, and covered by workman’s compensation.
What type of pets do you care for?
Our pet clients include dogs, cats, birds, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters, hedgehogs, turtles, rabbits, lizards and snakes.  We are open to caring for any pet you have.
How do I sign up for your service?

Just click the Register button at the top of the page and fill out the required fields on the forms provided. Someone will reach out from our office to send more information and schedule a time for a personal consultation with you to discuss your pet’s needs and what dates you require services.

Once we aquire all the information that we need, we will schedule a Meet N’ Greet with your pet sitter or dog walker and assign a lock box for your location so that the assigned staff member can access your home.

How do I schedule or cancel Tailchasers services?

Once your profile is completed and we have scheduled your intitial consultation, you will be able to book your appointments online through your profile scheduling portal whenever it is convenient for you to do so.

You can cancel services easily within your profile portal as well.

All changes made in the profile portal automatically communicates with our main office and our management team will always confirm your request for service or for your cancellation.

Why is a consultation needed?
The consultation gives us the opportunity to meet you and your pet and go over your pet’s usual routine.  This is a great opportunity for you to get to know us and ask questions.  We will go over your profile and make sure we understand all of your instructions.  Please have your pet’s vaccination records and either two sets of keys or a garage code and key ready for your consultation.
How are keys handled?

We provide a lock box with an assigned code for yor location during the initial Meet N Greet. Simply place your key inside and place anywhere outside your location such as on the front or back door, on a back gate or on the side of your house etc…

If you live in a gated community or apartment building, we must have a gate card or key fob to get into your building plus two sets of working keys to be provided during the initial consultation. For your security, no keys will be mailed or hidden outside.

Keys are kept in the safe at our office and coded with a number and your pet’s name.  There are no paper records kept at our office that could ever connect your numbered key to your home.

How do I make a payment?

Payment is due at the beginning of the following month for our monthly walk clients and the week before your scheduled pet sitting service, for our pet sitting clients.  We accept all major credit cards as well as checks.  You can login into your online profile at any time to update your credit card information or print out an itemized statement of your visits.

What is Tailchasers cancellation policy?

We require 24 hours notice for all cancellations.  Thank you for your understanding.

Should I tip my designated pet care professional?
Gratuity is not required, but is always appreciated when you choose to recognize the dedication and care your pet care professional provides.  You can leave cash for your Tailchaser to pick up at your home, or you can add a tip to your bill in your online profile.
How much advance notice does Tailchasers require?

The earlier you book, the more likely you are to get your favorite Tailchaser Pet Care Professional!  We are happy to accept last minute requests depending on the availability of our staff members.  If you are new client, please allow time to schedule a free in home consultation before your trip.

Do you work holidays?

Absolutely!  However, we charge a 50% rate increase for all services completed on Federal observed holidays.

How does Tailchasers handle inclement weather situations?

Your pet’s safety is our top priority.  In the event of extreme weather, our pet care professionals have protocols to determine if the visits need to be modified to eliminate exposure to elements.  Please leave us a towel to clean wet and muddy paws!

If weather makes travel difficult, we ask our clients to be understanding of walk and visit times, as we may need to widen our timeframes when travel is dangerous.

Still need help?
Send us a message!

For any other questions, please email us at hello@tailchasersinc.com
or call us at 224-396-0106