Do you know what almost all pet business owners have in common when it comes to social media? Most pet business owners struggle with social media post ideas! Whether you’re just starting your pet sitting or dog walking business, or are looking for social media...
Letting people into your home is so personal. That's your sanctuary. Unfortunately, for pet sitters to do their job, your clients will have to give you access to their homes. There are many opinions out there on key management because this is a critical part of our...
Getting a new client is always a fun adventure! Like all adventures, though, they have a beginning, where everyone meets for the first time. In the pet sitting industry, this event is often called the Meet and Greet. They can be a little scary at first, but once you...
Client Onboarding is a catchall phrase for the process of taking on a new client. It’s not as simple as just showing up at their house and taking care of their pets one day when they are out. A LOT of information has to exchange hands before you can ever go to the...
We live in a litigious society. That means people are swift to defend themselves legally. The more money involved, the more likely a disgruntled person will seek legal action. And, unfortunately, it is easy for such problems to devolve into schoolyard arguments. You...
A business with bad financial management won’t be around long. That’s just logic. Because of that, one of the best things you can do for your pet sitting business is to manage your finances well. Doing this is easier than it seems. You have to have the right plan and...
Branding and identity are all around us. You see it on websites and product packaging, on different advertising types, even on personal items like documents and business cards. Simply put, branding is what other people think about you, your company, and your...
You could ask ten different business owners in the pet industry about how they chose their pet sitting rates, and you would get ten unique answers. Clearly, setting your business prices is a personal decision and will vary depending on your business needs. However,...
Running a Pet Sitting business can feel like herding cats! Scheduling for one or two people is already pretty tricky. Now imagine trying to write a schedule for half a dozen employees, who all need to be in different places at different times. Add in a few dozen...
Because we work in a high-risk industry where anything could happen. Protection is essential because you don't want to be on the hook for a claim that could be very expensive. As a result, you need insurance! With this in mind, there are four types of insurance a...
Ready to start a pet sitting business? Like every journey, you shouldn’t leave without a road map. When it comes to the business industry, this is doubly true. Legal formalities are too critical to risk missing. You can get in major trouble with the law if you don’t...
What makes your pet sitting business stand out in a competitive market? Why would someone hire you over the competition? These are the big questions that every pet sitting business owner faces. It’s the cost of having a business plan, but it’s not as hard to stand out...
Every person you meet is a potential friend - or possible frustration. Since people come in all stripes, it’s hard to know what you’re getting into when you start engaging with them. Still, there are red flags you can spot, and the signs are easily recognizable. Most...