Does Your Pooch Need a Personal Assistant?

When we think of a personal assistant, we think of those hired by movie stars and CEO's, but a new trend has given the meaning of personal assistant a new job description; catering to man's best friend. This new personal assistant service for your pooch aids with every day tasks that come along with owning a dog. Personal assistants for dogs can take care of everything from dog walking to even specialized dog care. These personal assistants for dogs not only cater to your dog's every need, but help out with other tasks around the house.

"I don't just walk your dog around the block and then call it a day," explains Manny Apolonio, founder of At Chore Service. "For example, one client asked me to change the filter on his furnace, drop off groceries at his house, replace batteries in his smoke detectors, water his plants and deliver his black lab, Bamboo, to his office in the Financial District because he missed her."

Personal Assistant for Dogs

A personal assistant for dogs is often hired to take on the most challenging of tasks when it comes to owning a dog. Many dog related problems tackled by these personal assistants include behavioral issues and picky eaters. They often aid with dog walking and dog training, and will even take your dog for it's daily stroll. Personal assistants for dogs are also hired to be a trusted pet sitter when the owner is at work or out of town, easing the owner's mind as their beloved companion is being cared for by trusted hands.

When choosing a personal assistant for your pooch, not just any will do. You can't just blindly choose a personal assistant. You must choose one carefully that will mesh well with your dog. For this reason, the dog is often involved in the process of choosing a personal assistant. Many face-to-face meetings are conducted to ensure your dog likes their future personal assistant and visa-versa. Experienced personal assistants for dogs can tell you that a dog will let you know right away whether or not he likes you. Choosing the best match for your dog is essential for ensuring the personal assistant will be a positive experience for both the owner and the pet.

Things to Consider

If you're interested in finding a personal assistant for your pooch, there are things to consider before you hire someone to care for your pet. As with hiring a babysitter, use a pet personal assistant agency to aid you in your search. This will increase the likeliness you will be satisfied with your dog's personal assistant. Always ask for references when considering someone to fill the role of a personal assistant. Interview potential assistant candidates carefully to learn more about them, such as their experience, skills and on-the-job tactics.

References:

"Personal Assistants...for Dogs?" MyFoxPhoenix
"The Pet Business" DesignURS