Michigan Pet Sitter Accused of Dog Abuse on Video

Pet owners expect their dogs to be safe with a hired sitter, not abused. In Michigan, a pet sitter was allegedly caught on video abusing a dog.

Options for Caring for Your Pet While You’re on Vacation

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While some hotels are pet-friendly and allow you to bring your pet along on vacation, many do not. Although traveling with your pet can be an option, it isn’t always practical for a variety of reasons.

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Another option is to ask a family member, friend, or neighbor to care for your pet while you’re on vacation or need to leave town unexpectedly for a family or work matter.

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Option three for pet care is boarding your pet at a kennel. While this can sometimes be expensive or unavailable in certain areas, a nearby facility can often provide reliable care and keep your pet safe during your absence.

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Hiring a pet sitter is another option for caring for your pet while you’re out of town. It’s important to research the sitter in advance and choose someone trustworthy with strong references.

One Michigan woman discovered she had hired the wrong person after video surfaced allegedly showing a pet sitter hitting and kicking her dog while supposed to be caring for it.

Pet Sitter Accused of Beating Dog on Camera

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The dog’s owner was alerted after a neighbor witnessed the alleged abuse, recorded the incident on video, and sent it to her. The sitter had earlier contacted the owner claiming Frankie had bitten her, but did not explain what led up to the reported incident.

Frankie’s owner ended her vacation early and is now preparing to take legal action against the pet sitter. Police say the investigation is ongoing.