Thank you to all of our customers over 2009.

As well as sending our charity Christmas cards, we have also made a donation to The Blue Cross to support animal welfare across Britain.

 

We wish you a happy and prosperous New Year!

 

All of our home and pet-sitters are getting close to fully-booked over the festive period so contact us now if you need someone to look after your home and pets!

We offer feeding and fussing visits for small animals and overnight stays for those pets needing more attention including medical needs.

We also stay overnight to keep your home secure when there are tempting presents under the Christmas tree!

Contact us now for availability.

Droitwich Salt Day Event - Saturday 12th September 2009, 11am - 5pm

PETsits will be in Vines Park for the day's event to celebrate Droitwich's association with salt. All dogs welcome at the stand for a free treat!

The event will include a re-enactment, fine foods, entertainment, canal boat rides, stalls and markets.

Admission to the event is free!

For more information contact Sue at PETsits (North Worcestershire) at sue@petsits.co.uk

The latest research into the pet product and pet care market* shows an encouraging growth with a tendency for pet owners to go for more premium products and services. PETsits continues to grow their business with pet owners considering pet-sitting services a must for their much-loved animals and it is no surprise as we Brits spend almost £94million a week on pet care.

Purse-sized pooches!
There was an underlying trend in types of pet ownership over the review period which affected the market, with consumers looking for pets which are easier to manage in terms of care. Smaller animals have come into vogue, for example the Bichon Frise, a non-shedding lap-dog, was the sixth most popular breed in the UK in 2008, previously not listed in the top 20. This trend led to volume sales in cat and dog food declining in 2007 as these animals eat less but spend increased as owners are more likely to by premium food products and pamper their pets.

Extending the family
Pets are increasingly chosen as new additions to families rather than children, according to industry experts. Figures from a recent Petplan survey reveal that 25 per cent of people would prefer to buy pets than have children due to the economic downturn. A staggering 60 per cent of the UK stated that they would delay having children while the credit crisis continues to deepen. The company reported that animals make good additions to families at present as they do not cost as much to look after. Further research by insurer Liverpool Victoria shows that parents spend £86,032 on their children whereas RSPCA figures put dog care at £9,600 over a pet's lifetime.

"It seems that pets of all shapes and sizes are now being considered a perfectly sensible alternative to starting a family for cash-strapped couples," said a Petplan spokesperson, "We know that many owners develop very strong emotional ties to their pets that are often treated as part of the family."

You can join the PETsits family for a total investment of £3,000 which includes training and start-up promotion. Visit www.petsits.co.uk for more information or email franchise@petsits.co.uk for a franchise pack.

*published by Euromonitor International, September 2008
 

This July, Amanda Skillan launches the new branch of PETsits covering Trafford, South Manchester and the surrounding areas. For more information on the areas her branch covers visit the branch webpage.

The UK's pooches may be at risk of developing behavioural problems due to loneliness, it has emerged. A Sainsbury's Finance study recently revealed that five per cent of dog owners leave their pets home alone for over seven hours a day.

Further figures show that over a million pooches often have to fend for themselves for over a day, which can cause them to develop separation anxiety. Joanne Mallon, pet insurance manager for the company, warned animal lovers that their canines may become destructive when they are left alone. For instance, stressed pets may destroy furniture and scratch doors in order to escape homes.

"Dogs are highly sociable animals who crave the affection of their owners and can find being home alone distressing," said Ms Mallon.

"Owners struggling to provide sufficient company themselves should consider dog walking and dog-sitting services or call on assistance from family or neighbours."

PETsits will be at Droitwich's Celebration of American Independence Day on Saturday 4th July in Droitwich Town Centre from 12.00 noon until 5.00pm.

The day will include music, entertainment and displays with plenty of market stalls to browse around.

Admission is free and PETsits will have a stand selling pet food but will be giving your pets a cuddle for free!

For more information contact Sue at PETsits (North Worcestershire) at sue@petsits.co.uk

You are looking at our new website which was developed by Azura Group. The website incorporates a content management system which means that PETsits director Sally Butters can keep everything up-to-date without having to take a degree in computer programming! Which leaves more time to look after all your lovely pets!

Lisa Wilkes has launched the Black Country, Wolverhampton & Dudley branch of PETsits.

“I was made redundant from my finance job in July and I have always wanted to work with animals so this franchise seemed perfect for me!”