SitSignalMeet & Greet checklist
Use this live during a meet & greet — tap each item once you've covered it. New to meet & greets? Read the full SitSignal meet & greet guide first.
Read the full guide →1Before you go
A few minutes of prep keeps the visit short and professional.
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Before you go
A few minutes of prep keeps the visit short and professional.
2The pet's personality
The quirks that make day-to-day care go smoothly.
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The pet's personality
The quirks that make day-to-day care go smoothly.
3Care instructions
Routines, feeding, gear, health, and emergencies.
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Care instructions
Routines, feeding, gear, health, and emergencies.
4Property & safety
For visits and stays at the pet's home.
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Property & safety
For visits and stays at the pet's home.
5By service & location
Extra questions depending on the booking type.
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By service & location
Extra questions depending on the booking type.
6Reading the pet
Let the pet set the pace, and watch what its body tells you.
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Reading the pet
Let the pet set the pace, and watch what its body tells you.
7Expectations & communication
Get everyone on the same page before you commit.
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Expectations & communication
Get everyone on the same page before you commit.
8Decide
Make the call once everything is clear.
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Decide
Make the call once everything is clear.
Meet in a safe place
Suggest a public place first, or bring a friend if you're meeting at the home where the booking will happen. If something feels off, you're never obligated to book.
Be an advocate
Ask questions and share your expectations — no question is unimportant. Pet parents are the experts on their pet; sitters are the experts on the care they can provide.
Read the pet
Let the pet approach you. A loose body and soft face mean relaxed; tucked tail, lip licking, or whale eye mean slow down; a stiff body or growl means give space. Never punish a growl.
It's okay to say no
Finding the right fit takes time. If a request feels unsafe, unclear, or beyond your experience, be honest and decline — declining won't count against you.
After the meet & greet
Take notes right away, confirm any missing details in SitSignal, and only accept the booking if you feel fully comfortable.
FAQ
How long should a meet & greet take?
For most bookings, 15 to 30 minutes is plenty to cover the basics, confirm care instructions, and see how the pet responds in person.
Should every booking have a meet & greet?
Not always, but it is strongly recommended for boarding, house sitting, new-client drop-ins and walks, and any booking involving medical or behavioral needs.
Is a meet & greet paid?
No. It is a free, no-obligation introduction before the booking begins, so either side can decide it is not the right fit.
How do I read a pet's body language at a meet & greet?
Let the pet come to you. Loose, wiggly bodies and soft faces signal a relaxed pet; tucked tails, lip licking, yawning, or whale eye mean slow down; a stiff body, hard stare, or growl means give space. Never punish a growl — it is a warning.
What if I do not feel comfortable after the meet & greet?
Do not accept the booking. If the situation feels unsafe, unclear, or outside your experience level, it is better to decline than to force a bad fit.
Checklist session: Jul 3, 2026 • 5:59 PM • GER8