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.
The 5 Things You Don't Want to Do when Communicating with Clients
In order to do your job properly, you need to communicate well with your clients. In this Pet Sitters International blog post, we share five things you do not want to do when communicating with your clients.
What NOT to do on Social Media as a Local Pet Sitter
Hard to keep track of what to do on social media? What about what NOT to do? We’ve rounded up some social-media no-nos, and we’re sharing the love.
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.