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Take Your Dog To Work Day® celebrates 20 years of dogs at work for a cause
Friday, June 22, marks the 20th annual celebration and event creator Pet Sitters International says this year’s event is bolstered by the support of sponsors who support the mission of promoting pet adoptions.
How to make Take Your Dog To Work Day® a success
The 20th annual celebration of PSI’s Take Your Dog To Work Day® (TYDTWDay®) is scheduled for Friday, June 22, 2018, and Pet Sitters International (PSI), event creator, encourages businesses to start planning now to ensure a successful event.
2024 PSW Charity BINGO Tickets
$20 for a pack of 10 BINGO cards + 2 raffle tickets—There will be 10 games. You can buy multiple packs if you'd like to play more than one card per game. Each prize will be valued $50 or more. All proceeds benefit the selected 2024 charity BINGO recipient (TBD). With each pack of BINGO cards you p
Professional pet sitters raise $20,010 for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts
Between online donations and funds raised onsite at Pet Sitters International's 2017 Charity Auction, PSI members have donated a total of $20,010 to the SPCA of Texas to assist with the organization's post-hurricane relief efforts.
2024 Pet Holidays & Observances
To prepare you for the year ahead, Pet Sitters International has compiled a list of pet-related (and a few other interesting) celebrations you can promote on your company's social-media pages throughout 2024
2023 Pet Holidays & Observances
To prepare you for the year ahead, Pet Sitters International has compiled a list of pet-related (and a few other interesting) celebrations you can promote on your company's social-media pages throughout 2023.
‘Pet’ perks may pay off for employers, new survey finds
Pet Sitters International's survey of more than 1,000 pet owners indicates pet-friendly policies are are considered a benefit by pet-owning employees.
Pet Sitters International names 2018 Pet Sitter of the Year™
Former sea lion trainer, 20 year pet-industry veteran and Certified Professional Pet Sitter® Cathy Vaughan, owner of Cathy’s Critter Care in Schertz, Texas, has received the professional pet-sitting industry’s highest honor.
Pet Sitters International employees celebrate milestone anniversaries with an eye to the future
Three long-time Pet Sitters International (PSI) employees are celebrating milestone work anniversaries this year, as the association celebrates 25 years of leading the way in professional pet-sitter education.
Pet sitting during the holidays: What you need to know
The holiday season can pose unique challenges for pet sitters—from wintry weather hazards to overbooked schedules to needing to fine tune business policies and procedures. PSI shares results from its holiday pet-sitter survey and tips for surviving the season.
PSI’s 2019 Pet-Sitter Holiday Survey Results
PSI recently conducted its 2019 Pet-Sitter Holiday Survey to get feedback from members on all things holiday pet sitting, offering insight into their holiday business practices.
Pet Sitting as a Career
Is pet sitting or dog walking an actual career option? Absolutely! Pet sitting isn't just a hobby or a way to earn extra money. The majority of PSI's membership is composed of sole proprietor businesses founded by entrepreneurial pet lovers who looked to pet sitting as a new career opportunit
Dogs to be celebrated Friday, June 24th for 24th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day®
Pet Sitters International’s 24th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day® is Friday, June 24, and PSI encourages businesses to hold in-person or virtual events to celebrate the great companions dogs make and promote their adoption.
International Membership Benefits
Pet Sitters International is the world’s largest educational association for professional pet sitters and dog walkers. PSI membership is for professional pet-care providers who are committed to offering the best possible services. This commitment includes taking advantage of the best business too
Hot Vehicles and Pets: 3 ways pet sitters can address the issue
As a professional pet sitter, you have an opportunity—and obligation—to educate local pet owners on the dangers of leaving pets in hot cars, even for just a few moments. PSI shares tips for addressing this issue.
Cat DNA Testing: Here’s what I learned
Direct-to-consumer DNA testing for cats has recently become available through a company called Basepaws. PSI staffer Beth shares her experience testing her cat Luna's DNA.
Pet Sitters International President Named 2015 Pet Age ICON Recipient
Patti J. Moran, president and founder of Pet Sitters International (PSI), has been selected as a winner of the 2015 Pet Age ICON award and recognized for her experience, integrity and leadership in the pet industry.
Pet Sitter Spotlight: Shannon Pester, Pet Parade Plus
Each month, we’ll feature a different PSI member and share his or her answers to our pet-sitting survey. This month's featured PSI pet sitter is Shannon Pester, owner of Pet Parade Plus in Kingston, Ontario.
22nd annual Take Your Dog To Work Day® to take place—virtually—on Friday, June 26
Event creator Pet Sitters International encourages pet lovers and businesses to celebrate the great companions dogs make and promote pet adoptions with virtual celebrations amidst COVID-19 restrictions
PSI releases 2019 Pet-Sitting Industry Forecast
Pet Sitters International has released its 2019 Pet-Sitting Industry Forecast. This report examines the growth potential for professional pet-care businesses and how increased competition will influence industry trends.
Pet Sitters International advises pet owners to seek pet care now for summer plans
Pet Sitters International is encouraging pet owners to begin the search now for professional pet sitters to watch their pets, whether their plans include returning to the office, taking a vacation, or enjoying a daytrip.
Why pet sitters should start planning for retirement
As a professional pet sitter and business owner, do you have a game plan for retirement? What money will you live off of when you transition to semi-retirement or say farewell to the industry? You work so hard—you owe it to yourself to plan for your financial future.
Professional pet sitters expanding services to include more types of pets, survey shows
New survey results from Pet Sitters International reveal there has been a sharp increase in the number of professional pet sitters offering care for fish, cage pets, birds, and reptiles and amphibians.
Common workplace items may be hazardous to your pets
Take Your Dog to Work Day® creator PSI advises conducting a “safety sweep” before bringing dogs to work for this year’s event—or any other day.
PSI President Patti J. Moran appointed to Fear Free Advisory Group
PSI President Patti J. Moran has been appointed to the Fear FreeSM Advisory Group. The Fear Free Initiative is an innovative movement developed by “America’s Veterinarian” Dr. Marty Becker to “take the ‘pet’ out of ‘petrified’ and get pets back into practices.”
Pet Sitters International raises more than $10K for The Grey Muzzle Organization
The association’s month-long #petsittersgiveback initiative included online giving and a charity Bingo event to raise awareness and funds to help senior dogs.
Pet Sitter Spotlight: Katie Casell, Dances with Dogs, Inc.
Pet Sitters International shines the spotlight on member pet sitters. Learn from their advice and tips!
Beyond Cats and Dogs: Meeting the pet-care needs of savvy snake owners and discriminating lizard lovers
Pet Sitters International offers tips for reptile owners seeking reliable pet care.
Bird-sitting basics for professional pet sitters
For professional pet sitters offering bird sitting—and others who are considering offering bird-sitting services—an understanding of best bird-care practices is important to ensure that both the bird and pet sitter remain safe during pet-sitting visits.
4 tips for offering horse-sitting services that stand out
If you are a pet sitter who offers equine care, you want to make sure that you offer quality care that stands out. Whether you are an experienced horse sitter or you are new to the service, there are steps you can take to build or maintain a strong business.
Pet Sitter Spotlight: Cathleen Mikosz, Cathleen’s Critter Care Inc.
Each month, we’ll feature a different PSI member and share his or her answers to our pet-sitting survey.
24th annual Professional Pet Sitters Week™ will be celebrated March 4-10
Pet Sitters International uses its annual observance to highlight the importance of using professional pet-care services and promote the viability of pet sitting as a career.
4 chicken-sitting tips to prevent the spread of disease
If you are offering chicken-sitting services, preventing the spread of disease between flocks should be a real concern. Check out these tips to prevent the spread of disease shared during PSI's February 2017 member webinar.
2017 Take Your Dog To Work Day® campaign to raise awareness for Pets for Patriots®
Event creator Pet Sitters International (PSI) has pledged a charitable contribution and plans to promote the organization in its 2017 Take Your Dog To Work Day® resources and promotions.
Woofie’s founders share secrets of success
Woofie's, recently featured on CNBC's primetime series "The Job Interview," has grown by leaps and bounds. Woofie's founders Leslie Barron and Amy Reed, members of PSI, share their secrets of success and lessons learned.
Take Your Dog To Work Day creator urges pet lovers to donate to Pets for Patriots
Event creator Pet Sitters International has pledged a $5,000 donation and encourages Take Your Dog To Work Day participants to make a donation through the campaign’s fundraising site by June 23.
Guide to Pet-Sitter Insurance for 2024
Obtaining pet-sitter insurance is essential if have a pet-sitting business or dog-walking service. But how do you determine which pet-sitting insurance is best? This guide from Pet Sitters International can help.
Beth Stultz-Hairston named a 2021 Women of Influence Award recipient by Pet Age
Beth Stultz-Hairston, president of Pet Sitters International, has been name one of Pet Age’s 2021 Women of Influence Award recipients. Recipients will be highlighted in the March issue of Pet Age magazine.
4 projected trends for the professional pet-sitting industry
PSI answers, "What's in store for the professional pet-sitting industry?" and shares four projected trends.
Pet Sitter Continuing Education: How To Fit It Into Your Schedule
This blog post shares ideas for continuing education for pet sitters and dog walkers and provides practical solutions for fitting education in with your already busy schedule.
Pet Sitter Spotlight: Jessica Frale, Spoiled Rotten Pooches, LLC
Each month, we’ll feature a different PSI member and share his or her answers to our pet-sitting survey. This month's featured PSI pet sitter is Jessica Frale, owner of Spoiled Rotten Pooches, LLC, in New Lenox, Ill.
Essential Oils & Pets
Whether you’ve seen the many online articles or various infographics circulating on social media, you likely know that essential oils—and their potential harm (or benefit) for pets—are a hot (and often confusing) topic.
Increase in clients, assignments and revenue for professional pet sitters, new survey finds
Pet Sitters International’s 2018 State of the Industry Survey reveals promising business growth and an optimistic outlook for the professional pet-sitting industry.
2015 Take Your Dog To Work Day®: PSI Encourages Businesses to Start Planning Now
Event creator PSI offers free planning guide for companies participating in the 17th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day® on June 26, 2015.
5 Recommendations for Pet Sitting During the Pandemic this Summer
New pet-sitting requests may be starting to come in, but business owners must decide how to both safely offer services and generate enough revenue to sustain their businesses. PSI offers these recommendations for pet sitting during the pandemic this summer.
Tax Advice for Professional Pet Sitters
Keeping on top of your accounting and understanding tax deductions for pet sitters can save you time and money. Whether you choose to work with an accountant or handle taxes on your own, it’s important to have a working knowledge of tax requirements for small-business owners.
Professional pet sitters make more than the average Canadian worker, new survey finds
PSI has released its 2018 State of the Industry Survey results and a closer look at PSI’s Canadian members found that “going to the cats and dogs” is paying off for professional pet-sitting businesses in Canada.
Easy Ways Pet Sitters Can Use ChatGPT Tools to Promote Their Businesses
It’s quite likely that when you started your pet-sitting or dog-walking business, artificial intelligence was never a tool you planned to have in your business arsenal. While the thought of using AI tools can seem overwhelming, Pet Sitters International recommends that pet sitters and dog walkers
4 pet-sitting assignments you should turn down
As a professional pet sitter, there will be times when it is important for you to say "no" to a specific assignment or business situation. PSI shares four pet-sitting assignments you should turn down.
Leading pet-sitting organization responds to story of puppy thrown to floor by pet sitter
In the wake of a widely-circulated video of a pet sitter from a popular app throwing a puppy to the floor, PSI offers this advice: Pet-sitting businesses can offer reliable, high-quality care for your pet, but pet parents must do their homework.