Use supported sharing features and explain the manual fallback before the owner leaves. The sitter should know what the app confirms and what needs physical checking.
What to check
| Check | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Permissions | Limit access to the needed role. |
| Routine | Show bowl and hopper checks. |
| Fallback | Provide established manual instructions. |
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Limit access to the needed role.
Show bowl and hopper checks.
Provide established manual instructions.
A practical example
A sitter with app access but no knowledge of the feeder's physical controls may struggle with a simple jam or outage.
Before you decide
A practical handoff includes both digital and physical operation.
For the broader task, see Automatic feeder care.
Reference and scope
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