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# How Many Pets Can I Host At A Time?

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The number of pets you can host at one time depends on your experience, space, and the comfort level of both the pets and their owners. Always discuss limits during the Meet and Greet to ensure compatibility and safety for all animals in your care.


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## Instructions


1. **Check Local Regulations**
2. **For Pet Hosting**

   Verify the number of dogs allowed by your local council, as this varies by location.
3. **Consider Service Type**

   
   1. Pet Hosting and Day Care (at the sitter’s home): Follow local regulations regarding the number of dogs you can accommodate in your home.
   2. Dog Walking and Day Care (at the owner’s home): There are generally no specific local restrictions, but consider how many dogs you can safely manage.
4. **Set Your Limits**
5. **Define how many dogs you can handle comfortably, factoring in space, time, and your experience with multiple pets.**
6. **Update Your Profile**
7. **Indicate the maximum number of dogs you're willing to sit for in your profile to manage pet owner expectations effectively.**


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## Related Articles

* [What Types of Animals Can I Look After?](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/what-types-of-animals-can-i-look-after-Y1Z4BqXM3o)
* [Best Practices for Managing Your Pet Sitting Business](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/best-practices-for-managing-your-pet-sitting-business-1YU1O0IRPy)
* [Do I Need To Get A Permit To Become A Pet Sitter?](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/do-i-need-to-get-a-permit-to-become-a-pet-sitter-e37Pdi5Jks)


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## FAQs and Tips

### FAQs

* **Is there a legal limit on how many dogs I can sit?**

  *Yes, it depends on your local regulations, so always check with your local council.*

  
* **What if a pet owner requests I sit more dogs than I'm comfortable with?**

  *Politely decline and explain your limitations to ensure the best care for each dog.*


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## **Downloadable Resources for Meet and Greet**

[Mad Paws - Meet and Greet - Information Sheet.pdf 239100](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/api/attachments.redirect?id=3dca545c-94f8-4ac2-8418-ce58656a769b)

[Mad Paws - Pet Sitting Checklist.pdf 195866](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/api/attachments.redirect?id=1426d6e6-4f58-4746-8b31-0169eaa9a3c4)

[Mad Paws - Property Walk Through.pdf 86996](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/api/attachments.redirect?id=7e170ed7-a4e8-4fd6-9b5e-7e825640ea64)