THE DEVELOPMENT OF MOBILE APPLICATIONS FOR PET SITTING

Nowadays, the presence of pets in family households is increasing. There are more and more studies are carried out on the effects of pets on human health, physical activity, stress levels, feelings of anxiety or happiness and similar parameters. At the present time, pets are not only animals, but also family members. Regardless of this fact, it is not always possible for owners to be with them due to various obligations and responsiblities. Owners want to ensure that their pets are always in safe hands. The innovative application discussed in this article is a solution for owners whose goal is to find quality care for their pets while they are away. The application offers all the necessary functions for easy and fast communication between the parties involved, finding and booking a guarding service. Owners can describe their pets in detail, including all their unique needs and behaviours, so that potential sitters can assess their compatibility and ability to provide quality care. On the other hand, sitters can create their own profile and highlight their experience so that owners can find the ideal candidate for pet care.