Travel Solo \u201cDoggy Style\u201d \u2013 <\/strong>Guest Blog by Daryl Cygler
<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\nYou might imagine traveling solo is challenging and requires lots of money. The list goes something like this: decent accommodation is expensive, I feel vulnerable, I won\u2019t know anyone, dining out alone is uncomfortable\u2026 Sound familiar? Well, one way to make your dream happen is to travel solo \u201cdoggy style.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nPet sitting is an economical way to travel as it usually offers free accommodation. It\u2019s ideal for people who love animals, want to see the world but don\u2019t have deep pockets. It is a way to see destinations confidently, comfortably and on a budget.<\/span><\/p>\nThe Ultimate Ice-Breaker<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Travel](\"http:\/\/wingwomanadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/sunset-dog-walk-e1558594885634.jpg\")
<\/span><\/p>\nLet\u2019s say one of the potholes stopping your travel adventure is about being alone. You may feel vulnerable, lonely, isolated\u2026well, how\u2019d would you feel with a dog by your side?<\/span><\/p>\nDog sitting instantly opens up the local community. Your doggy-ward will have fur-friends (of both the two and four-legged type) who know them and come to speak to you. Plus, walking a dog gives perfect strangers a reason to smile and chat. There\u2019s no quicker way to be accepted among locals, than looking after one of their own.<\/span><\/p>\nRather than feel isolated, pet sitting increases your friendship circle. You\u2019ll quickly accrue a list of local attractions from personal recommendation. Whether staying for a week, a month, or longer, pet sitting gives you an insider\u2019s experience like no other.<\/span><\/p>\nDining Alone<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nWhen dining out, look for dog-friendly restaurants and cafes. Think about it. A dog by your side requires no explanation as to why you\u2019re dining alone<\/a>. Woof! You\u2019re straight in there with a conversation as you instantly have something in common with the other diners.<\/span><\/p>\nMany great beaches offer doggy-dining areas, which adds to a sense of security. With a dog, not only do you have a valid reason for being out alone (and removed that neon-sign saying \u2018solo and vulnerable\u2019) but dogs are protectors\u2026even a tiny Chihuahua can give a nasty nip if riled!<\/span><\/p>\nHow To Get Started?
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<\/span><\/p>\nThere\u2019s a burgeoning worldwide pet sitting scene out there, when you know how to look for it.<\/span><\/p>\nThis mostly works on a barter-type economy: The client provides accommodation for free, in exchange for you taking responsible care of their pets. Most \u2018jobs\u2019 are awarded on the basis of a good reputation. Building a proven track record of glowing positive reviews is your golden currency to landing the best gigs.<\/span><\/p>\nSimply search online for pet sitting opportunities. There are some big international organizations that draw everything together for you. Or alternatively, decide on a destination and do your own research. Finding a pet-sitting site that originates from your chosen country can unearth some hidden gems. This is because pet-owners are more likely to be aware of \u2018local\u2019 sites and information.<\/span><\/p>\nWhat Does Pet Sitting Involve?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Travel](\"http:\/\/wingwomanadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dog-sitter-and-dog-reading-paper.jpg\")
<\/span><\/p>\nAs the name suggests, pet sitting means looking after fur-family members in their own home, whilst the pet parents go on vacation or are away on work.<\/span><\/p>\nBut more than providing a service, you learn fantastic life lessons.<\/span><\/p>\nCheck out one of my pet sitting stays in a lovely English town,<\/a> where I met my doggy-doppelganger, Parker the Golden Retriever.<\/span><\/p>\nMost commonly the pets you sit for are dogs and cats but some of the more exotic jobs involve reptiles, birds or even fish. (Of course, it\u2019s imperative you can give the pets the care they need, so don\u2019t get carried away by fish-sitting if you can\u2019t tell a fin from a wing.)<\/span><\/p>\nYou\u2019ll stay in the owner\u2019s home, often with all the comforts this implies. There are fantastic options out there from city center apartments to lakeside villas.<\/span><\/p>\nFor those who want to explore but feel bashful about being alone, look for a placement with a canine companion. No-one thinks it odd to see someone walking a dog, so exercising your ward avoids drawing attention to your solo status.<\/span><\/p>\nCreature Comforts<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Travel](\"http:\/\/wingwomanadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/creature-comforts-e1558594993800.jpg\")
<\/span><\/p>\nOK, as a world traveler there\u2019s kudos to roughing it in a tent or a flea-bitten hostel. But what if you don\u2019t have to? What if there was a way to stay for free in a proper home\u2026with heating, running water, electricity and washing facilities.<\/span><\/p>\nFor those who value their creature comforts, pet sitting is perfect. You get to stay in a real home, with soft sofas and maybe even air conditioning. All you need in return is take care of the family\u2019s pets and a little light housework. Woofs to that!<\/span><\/p>\nRelevant Recommendations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFor those new to pet sitting, it helps to have relevant experience with animals. If you\u2019ve volunteered at a shelter, worked at a veterinary clinic, or owned pets, these are all good recommendations. Consider enrolling in a good pet first aid course, for both you and the client\u2019s peace of mind.<\/span><\/p>\nAs your experience grows, along with the pawsome reviews, you can compete for the real peachy jobs in wonderful locations.<\/span><\/p>\nImagine having a New York<\/a> apartment for a base (free of charge) or staying in the Sydney suburbs to explore local, little-known beauty spots.<\/span><\/p>\nStop dreaming and start traveling!<\/span><\/p>\nWoof Woof!<\/span><\/p>\nAuthor: Daryl Cygler<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Travel](\"http:\/\/wingwomanadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/daryl-cygler-author-bio-image-300x300.jpeg\")
<\/p>\nDaryl Cygler<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\nDaryl Cygler<\/a> is an avid dog lover and aspiring digital nomad that resides between Australia and the UK. When he is not answering to Ripley from the Doggy Dream Team<\/a> he is balancing life of family, work and dreaming of new adventures. Wants to swim the English Channel (one day).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
You might imagine traveling solo is challenging and requires lots of money. The list goes something like this: decent accommodation is expensive, I feel vulnerable, I won\u2019t know anyone, dining out alone is uncomfortable\u2026 Sound familiar? Well, one way to make your dream happen is to travel solo \u201cdoggy style.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Pet sitting is an economical way to travel as it usually offers free accommodation. It\u2019s ideal for people who love animals, want to see the world but don\u2019t have deep pockets. It is a way to see destinations confidently, comfortably and on a budget.<\/span><\/p>\n Let\u2019s say one of the potholes stopping your travel adventure is about being alone. You may feel vulnerable, lonely, isolated\u2026well, how\u2019d would you feel with a dog by your side?<\/span><\/p>\n Dog sitting instantly opens up the local community. Your doggy-ward will have fur-friends (of both the two and four-legged type) who know them and come to speak to you. Plus, walking a dog gives perfect strangers a reason to smile and chat. There\u2019s no quicker way to be accepted among locals, than looking after one of their own.<\/span><\/p>\n Rather than feel isolated, pet sitting increases your friendship circle. You\u2019ll quickly accrue a list of local attractions from personal recommendation. Whether staying for a week, a month, or longer, pet sitting gives you an insider\u2019s experience like no other.<\/span><\/p>\n When dining out, look for dog-friendly restaurants and cafes. Think about it. A dog by your side requires no explanation as to why you\u2019re dining alone<\/a>. Woof! You\u2019re straight in there with a conversation as you instantly have something in common with the other diners.<\/span><\/p>\n Many great beaches offer doggy-dining areas, which adds to a sense of security. With a dog, not only do you have a valid reason for being out alone (and removed that neon-sign saying \u2018solo and vulnerable\u2019) but dogs are protectors\u2026even a tiny Chihuahua can give a nasty nip if riled!<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s a burgeoning worldwide pet sitting scene out there, when you know how to look for it.<\/span><\/p>\n This mostly works on a barter-type economy: The client provides accommodation for free, in exchange for you taking responsible care of their pets. Most \u2018jobs\u2019 are awarded on the basis of a good reputation. Building a proven track record of glowing positive reviews is your golden currency to landing the best gigs.<\/span><\/p>\n Simply search online for pet sitting opportunities. There are some big international organizations that draw everything together for you. Or alternatively, decide on a destination and do your own research. Finding a pet-sitting site that originates from your chosen country can unearth some hidden gems. This is because pet-owners are more likely to be aware of \u2018local\u2019 sites and information.<\/span><\/p>\n As the name suggests, pet sitting means looking after fur-family members in their own home, whilst the pet parents go on vacation or are away on work.<\/span><\/p>\n But more than providing a service, you learn fantastic life lessons.<\/span><\/p>\n Check out one of my pet sitting stays in a lovely English town,<\/a> where I met my doggy-doppelganger, Parker the Golden Retriever.<\/span><\/p>\n Most commonly the pets you sit for are dogs and cats but some of the more exotic jobs involve reptiles, birds or even fish. (Of course, it\u2019s imperative you can give the pets the care they need, so don\u2019t get carried away by fish-sitting if you can\u2019t tell a fin from a wing.)<\/span><\/p>\n You\u2019ll stay in the owner\u2019s home, often with all the comforts this implies. There are fantastic options out there from city center apartments to lakeside villas.<\/span><\/p>\n For those who want to explore but feel bashful about being alone, look for a placement with a canine companion. No-one thinks it odd to see someone walking a dog, so exercising your ward avoids drawing attention to your solo status.<\/span><\/p>\n OK, as a world traveler there\u2019s kudos to roughing it in a tent or a flea-bitten hostel. But what if you don\u2019t have to? What if there was a way to stay for free in a proper home\u2026with heating, running water, electricity and washing facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n For those who value their creature comforts, pet sitting is perfect. You get to stay in a real home, with soft sofas and maybe even air conditioning. All you need in return is take care of the family\u2019s pets and a little light housework. Woofs to that!<\/span><\/p>\n For those new to pet sitting, it helps to have relevant experience with animals. If you\u2019ve volunteered at a shelter, worked at a veterinary clinic, or owned pets, these are all good recommendations. Consider enrolling in a good pet first aid course, for both you and the client\u2019s peace of mind.<\/span><\/p>\n As your experience grows, along with the pawsome reviews, you can compete for the real peachy jobs in wonderful locations.<\/span><\/p>\n Imagine having a New York<\/a> apartment for a base (free of charge) or staying in the Sydney suburbs to explore local, little-known beauty spots.<\/span><\/p>\n Stop dreaming and start traveling!<\/span><\/p>\n Woof Woof!<\/span><\/p>\n Author: Daryl Cygler<\/span><\/p>\n Daryl Cygler<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Daryl Cygler<\/a> is an avid dog lover and aspiring digital nomad that resides between Australia and the UK. When he is not answering to Ripley from the Doggy Dream Team<\/a> he is balancing life of family, work and dreaming of new adventures. Wants to swim the English Channel (one day).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nThe Ultimate Ice-Breaker<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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How To Get Started?
<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/span><\/p>\nWhat Does Pet Sitting Involve?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nRelevant Recommendations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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