What is a “typical” Farm Sit?
There is a great deal of variation in farm sitting situations. Every home and property owner has different needs, and different expectations of what their farm sitter can/will do for them. However, there is a generally accepted minimum “standard”. As a starting point, most farm sits involve a “farm sitter” moving on to your property and in to your home when you go away. The farm sitter takes over the total responsibility of caring for your home, property, gardens, and your pets. Property care is generally restricted to checking waters and livestock unless otherwise agreed. Your farm sitter is expected to maintain the security of your home and property, and to take all reasonable steps to ensure the safety and security of your home and possessions. Your farm sitter is usually not expected to pay for any utilities, such as electricity, gas, water etc. that they use while staying in your home. But it is reasonable to expect that your farm sitter will pay for personal phone calls. Dependin
