I would suggest just texting her and asking. A lot of times, as a Pet sitter, I don’t want to disturb my owners too much and let them enjoy their trip. I usually start with photos/videos the first few days and then ask them if they want me to keep sending daily or get a sense of if they are feeling comfortable with me being responsible, caring, etc., and if so, don’t send as much. Every parent is different though.
As for cameras, would you want cameras in your Airbnb as you’re walking around in your PJs or worse? Creepy, which why they’re not allowed. I understand your concerns and you have every right to be concerned, but communicating your needs again is a good suggestion, and you can do it very without creating defense because maybe she just got caught up in the sitting and forgot to keep it up. Try giving her the benefit of the doubt first. You could say, “hey hope everything’s going well, I love sending seeing the photos please keep sending them!” or something like that.
She texted you on Saturday, skipped Sunday and you panic on Monday morning? Honestly it seems a bit much. Granted, she skipped one day, but let’s think about her for a minute: she’s probably finishing up her coffee, thinking of the day ahead and of composing a message to you.
Peomie19, I totally agree with you. Sometimes I think it is a bit much when photos and updates are wanted conmtinually. I usually do daily if wanted but sometimes I am so tied up with pet walking and things and suddenly realise I have forgotten. I actually prefer the owners, who say they do not need updates and only contact if an emergency.
Are your requirements in your listing and in your Welcome Guide? Any verbal request is essentially useless. When a sitter arrives there is a lot to take in and verbal communication gets forgotten. If you want something it should be in writing and should be in your listing so sitters know before they apply.
I guess I am in the minority, because when I go away, I leave my regular life behind. I trust that everything will be just fine in my Trusted Housesitter’s capable hands. I leave them with contact info for pretty much every eventuality, but they also know they can reach me with any concern - large or small.
When I sat this summer, I felt my greater duty to my HO was to give them freedom from their daily grind, and privacy to truly enjoy themselves in whatever way they desired. This HO was pretty laid-back, so I doubt they felt ignored or out-of-touch with minimal communication.
All that being said, it is certainly a topic for HO’s and Sitters to have clear communication about.