How to find a fish sitter near you

Got a tank full of fishy family members and a vacation on the horizon? It’s time to think about finding a fish sitter! Say goodbye to pre-trip stress and hello to smooth sailing with these fin-tastic tips – here’s everything you need to know about reeling in the best care for your finned friends. 

What kind of fish sitter do you want?

The amount of care your fish family needs will determine the kind of sitter you want.

Drop-in fish sitters

Drop-in sitters will swing by your place at regular intervals to make sure everything’s going swimmingly in your fish tank. You can schedule as many visits as you like, and your sitter will typically perform tasks such as feeding your fish, checking water quality, and cleaning the tank.

In-home fish sitters

In-home fish sitters offer a more comprehensive level of care by staying in your home while you’re away. They provide around-the-clock care and attention for your fish, which is ideal if you’re planning a longer trip or your fish need constant monitoring.

Explore fish sitting options 

Finding a fish sitter near you is a breeze when you know where to cast your net – will friends and family cut it or are you looking for a professional to take care of your fishies? 

Friends and family

Sometimes, the best fish sitters are right on your doorstep – tap into your personal network and you’ll be likely to find friends, family members, or neighbors who are willing to lend a helping hand (or fin) while you’re away. 

Pet sitting platforms

There are plenty of platforms that connect pet parents with trustworthy sitters, but none of them do it quite like TrustedHousesitters. Our loving fish sitters provide around-the-clock care so your fishy friends are never swimming solo.  

Community forums

Post in neighborhood groups or pet forums and watch as offers to help come flooding in.

Recommendations

Word of mouth is a powerful tool, even in the underwater world! Ask fellow fish enthusiasts, friends, or family members if they know of any reliable fish sitters near you. 

Decide on your fish sitter

Once you’ve compiled a list of potential fish sitters, it’s time to narrow it down to one. The following can help you make that all-important decision. 

Arrange a phone call

Arranging a phone call can help test the waters and give you and your potential sitters a chance to get to know each other a little better. Ask about their experience with fish care and if they’re comfortable handling any unique needs your aquatic companions may have. It’s essential to ensure they’re the right fit for your fishy family, so it’s fine to go back to the drawing board if need be.

Meet your fish sitter

Many pet parents choose to meet their pet sitters in person before they go away. The benefit of choosing a fish sitter near you is that you can ask them to pop in at some point before your trip, but it’s also possible to ask them to arrive at your home the night before you go away so you can walk through things in person. 

Now you know how to find a fish sitter near you, the world is your oyster! Find out more about how TrustedHousesitters works here or head over to our friendly Community Forum to hear what our members have to say about all things house and pet sitting.