Press Room

This September is National Preparedness Month, and Pet Sitters International (PSI) urges pet owners to prepare for disaster and to remember that “no pet left behind” is the best policy to avoid potential injury and death.

This September marks the inaugural Pet-Sitter Education Month™. Pet Sitters International (PSI) created this month-long effort to highlight professional pet sitters’ commitment to continuing education and to promote the various educational offerings readily available to today’s professional pet sitters.

More than half of PSI members left their previous careers to start professional pet-sitting businesses, according to PSI’s most recent State of the Industry Survey.

While last-minute vacations can be booked with one click, finding a quality pet-care option can take time. PSI offers advice to procrastinating pet owners in need of pet care while they are away.

Pet Sitters International (PSI) recognizes member Nikki Timberlake, owner of Pawsotively Purrfect, Inc., in Fort Myers, Fla., for her efforts to support and promote pet adoptions in her local community.

2016 marks the 18^th annual celebration of Take Your Dog To Work Day and event creator Pet Sitters International reflects on the growth of pet-friendly policies and encourages companies to “make it their business” to help pets in need on June 24. 

Pet Sitters International (PSI) is seeking educational content for its 2017 educational conference & expo. The 2017 conference is scheduled for September 18-21, and the location will be announced this September at PSI’s 2016 conference.

Pet Sitters International (PSI) encourages pet owners to heed the advice shared by professional pet sitters to help prevent dog bites and attacks while a dog is being walked.

Pet Sitters International, the world’s largest educational association for professional pet sitters, offers pet owners tips for selecting pet-care providers during the busy summer travel season.