Evaluation Day

To ensure a safe, calm, and Fear Free®-aligned environment for every dog, we require an evaluation before your dog can participate in daycare or an overnight stay. At our service, the evaluation is simply your dog’s first daycare session or first overnight booking — nothing extra required.

We do not offer meet-and-greets inside our home, and owners do not enter our home or backyard. This helps keep the environment stable, low-stimulus, and stress-free for the dogs currently in our care.

We do not accept male dogs over 12 months that have not been de-sexed

What the Evaluation Looks Like

During your dog’s first stay, we gently assess:

• Comfort level in a new environment - we allow your dog to explore at their own pace and settle before meeting other dogs.

• Body language & emotional wellbeing - we look for relaxed postures, confidence indicators, and any signs of fear, anxiety, or stress.

• Social compatibility - we monitor how your dog interacts with others — whether they enjoy play, prefer quiet time, or need slower introductions.

• Response to our routine - we observe how your dog handles rest times, enrichment, toileting patterns, feeding, and play.

• Play style & energy level - this helps us match them with suitable playmates and decide how much stimulation they enjoy.

• Individual needs - we take note of any sensitivities, triggers, or comfort strategies that help your dog settle.

After the Evaluation

We will update you on how your dog went and discuss:

• Whether they are a good fit for group daycare or overnight stays

• Any adjustments that may support their comfort

• Recommended visit lengths or frequency tailored to your dog

• Whether solo or small-group play is best

• Any special handling or enrichment they may benefit from

Our goal is always the same: to ensure your dog feels genuinely safe, happy, and emotionally supported while in our care.

Please contact us to book an evaluation

• Mobile:  0411602400

• Email:  admin@sydneypetsitting.com.au

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