A Simple Guide To Dog Sitting Your Friend's Dog

So, your mate is going out of town for the weekend and they've asked you to watch their dog. Scary, but completely doable if you go in prepared. Ask for their routine — feeding times, walks, sleep spots, any quirks. Stick to it. Use the same words and commands the dog already knows.

Keep the dog on a lead in unfamiliar places, and don't introduce them to a houseful of strangers on day one. Less is more.