How to use the Last Minute Sit Category

Share last minute sits that are due to start within the next seven days with our community of pet people.

This is a category to help fill a last minute sit within 7 days of the start date, as shown on the listing. Your listing must also be posted on the main TrustedHousesitters website. This space is for pet parents and owners only - sitter requests will be removed.

This option is for members only. If you aren’t yet a member and need help to join please contact a member of the forum admin team.

Guidelines for posting are as follows:

  • Use the following format for the title:

    SITTERS NEEDED, DATES, LOCATION, COUNTRY
    Example: SITTERS NEEDED 23-30 OCT 2021 CHEAM, SURREY, UK

  • You may post a last minute link to your listing in the topic - Check the link works before posting. Always post on a new line as directed to ensure the listing shows correctly with a preview box.

  • Do not include any personal information such as phone numbers, emails – remember this is a public forum.

  • If a connection is made, please move to the actual listing on the main TrustedHousesitters platform to continue with your application process.

  • When your sit is filled, please update the post to indicated this

Tips to help fill a last minute sit on the TrustedHousesitters main website:

  • Reach out to sitters from your dashboard by searching in your local area via “Find a Sitter”
  • If you have a STANDARD or PREMIUM membership you can BOOST your listing
  • Contact Membership Services for help and advice
  • Talk to the THS team to see if it’s possible for a share on social media channels
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