The PSI Blog
The PSI Blog is the top blog for professional pet sitters. Explore the most recent posts below, or use the search box to find posts on a specific topic.
Guide to Pet-Sitter Insurance for 2024-25
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.
The Importance of Networking with Veterinarians and Other Pet Pros
As a pet-care business owner, it's important to network with other local pet professionals. As a pet sitter or dog walker, building connections with veterinarians, groomers, pet store owners and other pet pros can expand your network and benefit your business.
Setting Boundaries with Your Pet-Sitting Clients (& How to Share Those Boundaries on Social Media)
If you’re using social media to market your pet-sitting business, don’t forget that you can also use it as a tool to help set boundaries. Here are some examples of ways you can effectively communicate your boundaries and self-care practices to your clients using social media.
Sharing Your Policies (and Any Changes to Them) with Your Pet-Sitting Clients
This guest post on Pet Sitters International's blog shares tips for communicating your pet-sitting company's policies (and any changes you make to them) to your clients.
Communicating Your Value To Your Pet-Sitting Clients
Communicating your value means telling or reminding your clients or potential clients why you are the right (and only) choice for their pet-care needs. Here are seven ways to regularly communicate your value.
Setting social-media goals for your pet-sitting business
If you’re using social media for your pet-care business, you’ll need to have goals. Using a social-media platform just for the sake of it may be harming your business as it may be wasting your time.
3 reasons your local professional pet sitter is your best pet-care option
When you think about shopping local and want to support the #shopsmall movement, don't forget to check out your local professional pet-sitting business. Check out these three reasons your local professional pet sitter if your best pet-care option.
Get to Know Your Clients Better: Creating Your Ideal Client Avatar
Your clients are the backbone of your business. If you’re wanting to make sure your client gets the attention they deserve, it’s time to solidify who your ideal client is and create an Ideal Client Avatar to keep your marketing efforts both streamlined and effective.