New bird-sitting contract details handling, exercise, food and supplements

Pet Sitters International (PSI), the world’s largest educational association for professional pet sitters, has announced a new specialty animal-care contract for pet sitters who provide at-home care for birds.

According to the 2009/2010 National Pet Owners Survey, conducted by the American Pet Products Association, six million U.S. households own pet birds. “Ranking at number three as America’s favorite household pet, birds require special care,” said Ellen Price, PSI’s academic manager.

According to Price, the contract’s details provide a logical flow of information exchange for the bird care giver and the bird owner that allows them to easily move through the major points of discussion. This information includes handling instructions, out-of-cage instructions and details regarding diet, supplements and exercise. The contract essentially contains all of the pertinent information a pet-care business owner needs to provide the best care for birds.

Bird-care experts and experienced bird sitters were consulted as part of the contract’s creation. “PSI’s Bird-Sitting Contract is excellent,” said Ginger Wolff-Anderson, PSI member and bird-care specialist. “It was very easy to use and personalize, and the tips were easy to follow and very helpful.”

The Bird-Sitting Contact is available on a CD and is compatible with Microsoft Office Word. The easy-to-use format allows for personalization and is available through the PSIStoreOnline.com. The contract also addresses care needs related to the home such as temperature settings, lighting and plant care.