Going away, even if it’s for a relatively short period of time, can bring on a mix of emotions. You’ll naturally be excited about your trip, but no doubt there are plenty of things to think about before you leave. The worry of leaving your home empty is no doubt something that will have crossed your mind.

The ideal choice is to have someone you know staying over whilst you’re away, but this isn’t always a practical option, so what else can you do to secure your home when you’re not there?

Get your security in place

Well, even if you can’t have someone staying there permanently whilst the house (more…)

When you’re going away there are a million and one things to think of and tie up before you head out the door, especially if you have pets. Whether you’re leaving your pets with a friend or a professional sitter, it can still be a stressful time for both you and your pet, so make sure you make it as smooth as possible for everyone involved with some careful forethought and preparation before you go.

Getting a pet sitter

By having a pet sitter and being in familiar surroundings with their usual routine is a great way to reduce your pet’s anxiety levels whilst you’re not there. You may know (more…)

When you’re planning a trip away or simply a prolonged period out of the house, you need to think about how this will affect your dog. Dogs are incredibly sociable animals and love human contact, so seeing their owner leaving, even just for a few hours, can trigger anxiety. This is relatively normal, but can be more extreme in some dogs or if it’s for a longer period of time, so it’s best to do a little prep work before you go away to make sure your dog is as relaxed as possible.

Planning ahead can make things easier

This forethought can make all the difference to keeping (more…)