It is probably because THS can be 99% certain that the HO’s address, is actually their address, given they want a sitter to go there. Whereas with sitters they would have no idea if their address was correct or not, so it’s way easier to just ask for ID.
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Of course it isn’t a scam, there’s no reason for you to think that, they are simply newer to THS, but maybe your understanding of the word scam is different to mine.
From a research point of view their property is bound to be on google if it’s a B&B so you could trace it that way unless there’s loads of B&B’s in their area, but personally if you are thinking of doing any extra research then it really doesn’t sound like the sit is right for you, as you must always trust your instinct.
What is it about this listing that made you post your question? What in particular is it that makes you so concerned about it to think it’s a scam? They are new to the site and probably do not realise how THS works, so video chat with the PET OWNERS to see if you feel good about it. But they have to be interested with you as a sitter firstly.
Not sure how you’re getting on with this listing but two things stand out as red flags 
other than the new bit. The fact she’s an assistant and not the owner - this usually means the owner doesn’t regard this as a mutual exchange and you’re a “worker” in their eyes. And that it’s an active B&B most of the time and you’ll suddenly be faced with the odd guest you’re asked to “help out with” which breaks THS Ts & Cs. Both of these we’ve encountered and both would give us pause for thought. #keepusposted
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Thank you. Its more that this one is different, than usual. But I have t heard back from them- so no more news.
I am used to Wag! and that company has insurance for the owners and not the dog walkers. the company doesnt protect their independent contractors. This is how gig jobs are.
vetting would cost $.