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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 win-win investment.  Sign up today or request an information packet.  (Be sure to provide all the contact information in the form!) 

 

Getting Started - First Step:

 

The most valuable resource for pet lovers serious about starting a pet sitting business is the book written by industry founder, Patti Moran titled "Pet Sitting for Profit", now in its eighth printing. 

 

It is a soup to nuts guide for starting and running your  own pet-care business, including valuable advice such as naming your business, licensing, insurance, marketing tips, business procedures and more.  Check it out in Pet Sitter "Must Reads" below. 

 

Pet Sitter "Must Reads"

 

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

 

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.