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Mökki pet sitting guide

Cottage house-sitting from Juhannus to August. Leash law dates, ticks, water safety, and remote-vet planning.

A practical guide for cottage owners and the verified Petme sitters who look after pets, plants, and post at the mökki while owners explore the wider world.

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Owner fee on Petme

20,000 €

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What mökki sitting actually covers

A typical 7-day cottage house-sit

Pets and routine

Feeding, water, daily walks, tick checks, swims if the dog likes water. Many owners send a one-page routine sheet with feeding times and walk routes.

Plants, post, lawn

Watering the vegetable patch, collecting post from the nearest mailbox, running the lawn mower midweek. Most cottage owners list these in the booking notes.

Local neighbours and the kauppa

A small village shop run, a check-in with the cottage neighbour, a daily evening photo with the lake in the background. Sitters keep owners updated in chat.

Emergency plan

Sitter has the nearest vet number, the nearest 24/7 clinic location, and the owner\'s contact. The Petme 20,000 € vet protection covers vet expenses if something happens during the booking.

Booking timing

When to lock in your cottage sitter

Juhannus (the third or fourth weekend of June) and the last two weeks of July fill first. Book those windows 3-4 months ahead. May and early September weekends are easier; 4-6 weeks is usually enough. For shoulder months, post-Christmas to Easter, demand drops to a trickle.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the busiest mökki sitting season?
June through August is the peak, with Juhannus (late June) and the last two weeks of July booking out fastest. Sitters often confirm 2-4 months ahead. May and early September pick up second-home weekends as Finns extend the cottage season.
What is the Finnish leash law at the mökki?
The nationwide leash requirement runs 1 March to 19 August. Dogs must be on a leash in public outdoor areas during this period, including cottage shorelines and forest trails. Exceptions exist on the owner's own enclosed property and during organised hunting.
Are ticks a problem at the mökki?
Yes. Most Finnish cottages sit in tick country. Treat your dog with a vet-approved tick preventative before the trip. Cats that go outside should also be treated. Check the dog every evening; ticks favour ears, armpits, and the base of the tail.
Are pets allowed to swim at the cottage?
Most dogs love it; many cottages have a private shore. Check water current and depth. Avoid rivers in early summer when the flow is fast. Towel dry the dog promptly to prevent hot spots, and rinse off lake water with fresh water if the dog has sensitive skin.
How does the 20,000 € Petme protection work for cottage stays?
It applies the same to mökki house-sitting as to city bookings. Up to 20,000 € in vet expenses per booking with no deductible. This is especially valuable at the cottage because the nearest 24/7 emergency vet may be 60-120 km away.
Do I leave my mökki keys with the sitter?
Yes, after a meet and greet. Many owners use a coded key safe. Some leave the key with a neighbour at the cottage with explicit permission. Confirm the handover plan in chat before the trip starts.

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