Overnight Pet Sitting (ONPS) Agreement
Pet Care
Pet care services offered will be provided. Rates for subsequent services are subject to change.
The Client authorizes Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. to perform pet care services. All Client & pet details are accurate as outlined in Time To Pet. Prior to any future pet care services, the Client agrees to notify Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. of any changes to the information on these forms.
Emergency Care & Contact: In the event that the pet(s) being cared for require immediate medical attention, Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. will attempt to contact the Client, and then the emergency contact prior to obtaining emergency care. The Client agrees that Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. has the authority to act in the pet’s best interest even if this means seeking medical attention prior to notifying the Client. The Client agrees to reimburse for any additional fees and/or expenses that have been incurred while tending to emergency or veterinary care.
Personal Emergency: In the event of a personal emergency or illness of the pet sitter, the Client authorizes Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. to arrange for another qualified person to fulfill the agreed upon responsibilities as set forth in this Service Agreement. The Client will be notified in such a case.
Inclement weather/natural disaster/act of war: In the event of inclement weather, natural disaster, or act of war, Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. is entrusted to use its best judgment in caring for the Client’s pet(s) and home. The Client recognizes that in the event of inclement weather, natural disaster, or an act of war, Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. reserves the right to alter its services that are outlined in this agreement.
Price changes: Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. reserves the right to periodically adjust fees.
Home Security
Key Policy: The Client agrees to provide Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. with two (2) entry keys.
Locksmith: The Client gives Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting the authority to use the services of a locksmith in the event of a malfunction of the lock, keys, or automatic door opener. The Client also agrees to reimburse Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting within 7 days of the Client’s return for all costs incurred, and to hold Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. harmless for any consequences related to the activities of the locksmith. Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. will attempt to contact the Client prior to obtaining any locksmith services.
Security Cameras/Surveillance: The Client agrees to disclose to the sitter of any cameras or surveillance systems on the premises while the sitter is providing services in the Clients home. The camera footage may not be released to the public, media, or sold for profit. If Client fails to notify Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting, services will be canceled and no refund shall be given.
Mail/Packages: Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co., LLC will gladly bring in any mail or packages and will notify the Owner of the delivery.
Liability
Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. agrees to provide the services in a caring and responsible manner. The Client waives and relinquishes any and all claims against Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. except in the case of proven negligence. The Client agrees to notify Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. any concerns related to any agreed-upon services within 24 hours of returning home.
Visitors: If anyone will be entering the Client’s home while it is under care, the Client agrees to notify Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. in advance. Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. will not enter an occupied home if Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. has not been previously made aware of any visitors. Similarly, unless Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. received instructions from the Client, Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. will not grant access to the home to any visitors. Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. will not be held responsible for any damages incurred in the Client’s home or to the pet(s) by any visitors. It is understood that anyone with access to the home will be notified of Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. presence and vice versa. The police will be called, without exception, on all intruders or suspicious acts.
Outdoor Access: Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. will not be held liable for well being or actions of any pet with unsupervised access to the outdoors.
Aggressive Pets: If a pet has a history of biting or other aggressive behavior, Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. reserves the right to refuse or cancel its services. The Client will be held liable for the pet sitter’s/independent contractors medical expenses and/or damages that are the result of an animal bite or injury due to the pet’s aggressive behavior.
Vaccinations: The Client agrees to provide Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co. with proof of current vaccinations for all pets. Should the dog walker or the pet sitter be bitten or otherwise exposed to any disease or ailment received from the Client’s animal(s), the Client agrees to pay all costs and damages incurred.
Future Services: The Client authorizes this signed Service Agreement to be valid for future services without additional signed Service Agreements or written authorization, other than changes in the pricing that may be discussed with the Client.
Overnight Pet Sitting (“ONPS”)
The Overnight Pet Sitters are third party contractors of Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting. Due to them being contractors, or their own business, we are not responsible for them. They have been vetted & we require them to be Pet CPR & First Aid Certified. Due to strict contractor laws of California, we do not have control over the third-party contractors.
Payment is to Fire Hydrant Pet Sitting Co., LLC. Please view our policies on how to submit payment.
The Client must provide the following for the overnight pet sitter:
Wifi credentials
Drinkable & running water at all times
Electricity
A comfortable place to sleep (no air mattresses)
A private bathroom (with no cameras)
Two copies of the house key (one for FHPS and one for the ONPS)
The ONPS agrees to stay overnight. They will be on-time for feeding times & will make sure the pets are fully cared for.
The ONPS is able to leave the home for up to 3.5 hours in the case they want to attend to personal matters in the evening (e.g. feed their own families, go to dinner, watch a movie at the theater, run an errand, etc).
A FHPS employee will be there for any day time pet care needs.