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Getting Started

Have you decided to turn your passion for pets into your new career?

Congratulations! A pet-sitting career is both rewarding and challenging, but we think you'll find that our member benefits will be an invaluable resource as you embark upon this journey.

 

Ready to take the first step and become a PSI member?  Membership in PSI is a great investment in the future of your business.  Sign up today or request an information packet.  (Be sure to provide all the contact information in the form!) 

 

Getting Started - First Step:

The singlemost valuable resource for pet lovers serious about starting a pet-sitting business is Pet Sitting for Profit, written by industry founder Patti Moran.  A complete guide for starting and running your own pet-care business, it includes valuable advice on such things as naming your business, licensing, insurance, marketing tips, business procedures and more.  Check it out in Pet Sitter "Page-Turners" below. 

 

Pet Sitter "Page-Turners"

 

Other helpful documents and items to get you started on the path to success can be found at the link below.

 

Top Pet-Sitting Products for New Sitters

 

All of the resources you need to get started can be found here on the PSI Web site. In addition, PSI offers the only live Member Services team in the industry.

 

They are prepared to provide one-on-one direction to help you through start-up and to supply on-going support. PSI Member Services can be reached by e-mail any time or by phone Monday – Thursday, 9:30 am – 5:00 pm eastern time at (336) 983-9222, option 1.