Yes, it just works better all around.
The one issue with using the platform is sorting through all the applicants. It helps if they can help that process by identifying mis-alignments early.
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EXACTLY! Because I am a VERY NICE GUY, I have put up with on the spot changes by HOs and just chalked it up to experience AND NEVER DID A SIT FOR THEM AGAIN. However, to be able to cancel a sit when you smell a BIG FAT RAT, the Sitter should have the ability to do that.
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I’d recommend including that detail very clearly in the listing, then only early-bird applicants will apply.
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I plan to for my next listing, thanks.
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Thanks, I plan to in my next listing. Each iteration gets better and I really would prefer to not waste my time (or Sitters) if it doesn’t work for them.
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If a HO says they have a printed WG for me on my arrival I ask them to email it to me in advance. If they can’t or won’t I cancel the sit. 9 times out of 10 this scenery goes badly for the sitter. Hidden gems like… oh yeah the cat poops on the floor not in her box. No thank you!
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This is a very good idea @Felinelover it also reduce having to cancel a sit after it has been confirmed. Sending a condensed version of your welcome guide to the potential sitter before the video chat allows the sitter to be fully informed of the responsibilities and determine if their experience aligns before confirming.
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How do you cancel? The HO has to cancel. I had that on this sit. No WG uploaded, she finally sent me a condensed version by email. And printed copy here but not all the info. Only about feeding pets, vets and wifi. That was it.
I call THS right away and tell them why I can no longer agree to the sit. Then I tell the HO politely that I will not be sitting for them. Simple. Sitters are not employees of THS. We are paying members. If a HO changes the deal so can we.
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