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# How Many Hours Should I Be Pet Sitting For?

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The recommended duration for each pet-sitting service type varies, with guidelines set to help both Pet Sitters and Owners manage time expectations and booking transparency. These guidelines are community-wide, offering clarity on the maximum time for each service type, with flexibility for adjustments based on mutual agreement.


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## **Instructions**

### **Hosting (Pet Stays at Your Home)**

* **Duration** : Up to 24 hours, typically overnight.

### **Sitting (You Stay at the Pet Owner’s Home)**

* **Duration** : Up to 24 hours, usually overnight.

### **Day Care**

* **Duration** : Up to 10 hours.
* **Typical Times** : Drop-off between 7–9 am; pick-up between 5–7 pm.

### **House Visit**

* **Duration** : Approximately 30 minutes per visit.

### **Dog Walk**

* **Duration** : Up to 1 hour per walk.

### **Grooming**

* **Duration** : Per session, depending on the grooming services required.

### **Training**

* **Duration** : Per session, based on the specific training goals.


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## **Related Articles**

* [Understanding the 24-Hour Booking Period](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/understanding-booking-flow-and-status-BbS0f7flUM)
* [What is Extended Care and How Does it Work?](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/what-is-extended-care-and-how-does-it-work-RPqFw8EZkW)
* [How To Set Start And Finish Times On Your Pet Sitting Service](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/how-to-set-start-and-finish-times-on-your-pet-sitting-service-7Icc9xEOXV)


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## **FAQs & Tips**

### FAQs

* **What if a Pet Owner needs longer hours than recommended?**

  
  
* **How do I charge for extended services?**