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Pet Sitters International names 2025 Pet Sitter of the Year™
Pet Sitters International (PSI) has named Jessica Milam, founder and co-owner of Fur Services Fur Pets in Aubrey, Texas, the 2025 Pet Sitter of the Year™. Milam will serve as the "face of the professional pet-sitting industry."
What should you gift your pet sitter this holiday season?
Should you give your pet sitter a gift for the holidays—and if so, what? Pet Sitters International is kicking off the holidays by answering this question based on results from its 2024 Pet-Sitter Holiday Survey.
Pet Sitters International announces finalists for 2025 Pet Sitter of the Year™ Award
Five professional pet-sitting business owners have been named top finalists for Pet Sitters International’s 2025 Pet Sitter of the Year™ Award, the industry’s highest honor.
Pet Sitters International releases new survey data, consumer tips ahead of busy holiday season
Pet Sitters International (PSI) is sharing consumer tips based on the results from its 2024 Pet-Sitter Holiday Survey, which provides insight on topics like demand for holiday pet-sitting services, holiday surcharges and referrals.
Pet Sitters International issues call for speakers for 2025 events
Pet Sitters International (PSI) has officially opened its Call for Speakers for 2025. The association’s planning team is seeking thought leaders and experts from industries relevant to professional pet-care business owners for PSI’s one-day online summit and annual Pet Sitter World Educational Conference.
Professional pet-sitting industry celebrates 9th annual Pet-Sitter Education Month™
This September marks Pet Sitters International’s ninth annual Pet-Sitter Education Month™, and PSI is using this annual observance to highlight the wealth of educational resources available to today’s pet-care providers—and to remind pet parents of the benefit of hiring a professional pet sitter who prioritizes continuing education.
PSI’s 26th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day® shining spotlight on pet adoption
On Friday, June 21, companies from a wide range of industries will welcome employees’ dogs for Pet Sitters International’s 26th annual Take Your Dog To Work Day®, and the event creator is reminding participants not to forget the special cause behind the fun event.
Pet Sitters International encourages pet parents to ‘shop local’ for summer pet-care needs
For pet owners who plan to travel this summer, Pet Sitters International (PSI) recommends they use the services of local, professional pet sitters for their pet-care needs. PSI offers a free Pet Sitter Interview Checklist and online search for PSI member pet sitters.
Pet Sitters International highlights safe pet-sitting practices this Pet Sitter Safety Month™
Pet Sitters International (PSI) is encouraging professional pet sitters and dog walkers to review their procedures and PSI’s safety tips this May during the eighth annual Pet Sitter Safety Month™ and is offering new training opportunities.