The PSI Blog

Efficiently managing your time—it’s a challenge you face whether you’re a solo pet sitter or the manager of a large pet-sitting team. Sometimes it feels like the minutes just slip away, but fortunately, there are some techniques you can use to get the most out of your day.

Pet sitting is a very personal service, so never underestimate the value of face-to-face marketing. One way to personally interact with potential clients is through participation in local festivals, fairs and trade shows.

Using a pet-sitter presentation book is wonderful at initial meet and greets to demonstrate to the pet owner that you are a trained professional and take your work seriously. PSI shares tips for creating your pet-sitter presentation book.

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.

As a professional pet sitter, you'll be better prepared to decide if you want to offer rabbit-sitting services and will have a better understanding of the questions you should ask before deciding to accept a particular rabbit assignment if you familiarize yourself with rabbit-care basics.

Starting a pet-sitting business requires researching, planning, making key financial decisions and taking an inventory of your current skill set and any deficiencies you may need to address. PSI offers tips for creating your pet-sitting business plan.

Hot weather and sunny skies signal the start of summer—a time for vacations and relaxation by the pool, or if you’re a professional pet sitter, perhaps a busier work schedule. PSI shares a few hot weather precautions that pet sitters should keep in mind this summer to protect themselves and the pets in their care.

June is National Pet Preparedness Month. While you should be prepared for pet emergencies year-round, this month offers an important reminder to review your family’s emergency plans and ensure you’ve incorporated a plan for your pets as well.

When considering your safety and well-being as a professional pet sitter, it's important to make self-care a top priority. PSI offers four self-care tips to help pet sitters stay healthy, happy and safe.