Lyndon Thomas Insurance
CHOOSE THE RIGHT SITTER FOR YOUR PET
Your Family May Not Be Up to the Task!
When your children were young, you wouldn’t trust their care to any old babysitter, would you? Of course not! Now, your pets are no different. When you head out for a summer vacation, they deserve to be cared for by someone who will pamper and protect them the same way you would. The only problem is, who? Friends and Family vs. Professionals You may be tempted to ask your sibling, friend, or child to watch your
• Does your pet have a disability or need to take medication that would be better handled by a professional? • Does your friend or family member know how to stay cool and react calmly in case of a veterinary emergency? If your loved one is pressed for time or easily stressed, or your pet has medical needs, you may be better off working with a professional. How to Find the Right Pro When choosing a professional pet sitter, don’t start with the flier on the stop sign pole down the street (it was probably put up by a 10-year-old). Instead, call your pet’s vet, groomer, and/or trainer and ask if they can recommend a nearby pet sitter. You can also ask friends and family who are conscientious pet owners. Then, thoroughly check the sitter’s credentials and experience. Look for signs that they’re serious about their work, like certifications, insurance, and background check information, and set up an interview and meet-and- greet with your pet. If you can’t find a sitter through your network, consider online groups like the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, Care.com, Pet Sitters International, Rover, or TrustedHousesitters, and use the same vetting strategy. For more help choosing a great sitter, visit HumaneSociety.org/resources. 3 UPDATES FOR READERS Email Version of Lyn’s Ledger For those readers who would prefer to receive Lyn’s Ledger electronically, please visit our website, LT-ins.com/request-a-quote , and enter “ELECTRONIC” or call 805-646-6409 . We will then send you the e-version in an HTML Flipbook format. Annual Notice of Change in September The yearlong trickle of Medicare plan mail becomes a flood as the Annual Enrollment Period approaches. Amidst all that 4th Class marketing mail is one document you should read. Medicare requires all Prescription Drug Programs and Medicare Advantage Plans to send the Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) to every member. The ANOC will publish, in chart form, each benefit category with any CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 ...
pet. This can be a great solution because you trust them, and they’ve bonded with your furry friend already. But have you considered a professional? Some situations may call for a little more. Use these questions to help you decide: • Will your friend or family member be able to visit your home regularly or stay there
temporarily while you’re gone to avoid disrupting your pet’s routine?
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