What is fish sitting?

What is fish sitting? Great question! Don’t worry, it doesn’t involve anything to do with whether fish can or can’t sit. No, today we’re all about fish sitting, understanding what this actually means, what a fish sitter is when you would need a fish sitter, what to expect from them, and how the flipping heck you can find one.

If you’re a pet parent to a family of fish or aquatic animals, this one is for you! So, fins at ready, let’s deep dive into fish sitting and why we’re making a splash about it.

What is fish sitting?

Short answer: Fish sitting is a type of pet sitting. But let’s give you a bit more info! If you’re a pet parent who must be away from home for a while, you’ll want to ensure your fish family are cared for. A fish sitter will provide safety and security for your scale babies and ensure all their daily needs are met. Aquariums require more than a sprinkling of fish food each day, their occupants and their environment need to be monitored each day.

What’s more, if you use TrustedHousesitters to find a fish sitter, they’ll be set up and situated in your own home. Tasks like testing water temperature, measuring the chemical balance of the aquarium, and, most importantly, keeping an eye on your fishies to make sure all is well. If something does happen, or they notice your fish isn’t looking well or as it was the day before, they’ll be around to call a vet or repair service while you’re not there.

Do I need a fish sitter?

There are a few options to choose from when deciding how you would like your fish cared for a fed while you’re on vacation. Like with cats and dogs, you can now buy automatic feeders to be set at specific times during the day while you’re away. However, these are not 100% reliable, nor are they able to check the health of your fish and their tank water.

While forking out for paid fish sitters may seem a bit excessive if you’re only away for a night or two, a trusted pet sitter won’t cost anything. They can arrive, be taken through the routine, given a list of their pet chores, and stay in your home to care for your finned family and keep them safe. In the case of an emergency, someone will be there to call for help straight away rather than waiting for you to come back.

How to find a fish sitter

Well, you have heard of a rather fabulous and fish-friendly site called TrustedHousesitters! We offer all our pet parent members unlimited access to trusted, verified pet sitters from all over the globe, each with a detailed profile of their experience and expertise. 

So, if you’re seeking a sitter who knows everything about fish sitting, you can set that as part of your next search. You can also search for ‘fish sitters near me’ if you’re looking for someone local. Similarly, you specify on your profile the type of person you’d like to care for your aquatic animals. 

If you’re not yet a member or you’re looking for a paid professional, there are lots of sites offering fish sitters who can make daily visits to your home to care for and check on your aquarium.

Looking for your very own fish sitter? Browse through all the fish sitters near you to find a fin fabulous sitter to make a splash about. If you’re on the fence about fish sitting, head to our Community Forum to ask other pet parents about their experiences with fish sitters and other fish family tips.