SOME GREAT PET CARE PROVIDER RESOURCES!
Like myself, many people in Rescue also are working Pet Care
Providers, so here is some information for anyone interested in
learning more. Have fun!
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Choosing a Pet Sitter?
Just because someone calls herself a pet sitter doesn't mean she's
qualified to do the job. Learn what you need to know and what to look
for when looking for a pet care provider.
http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/choosing_a_pet_sitter/
How To Choose A Pet Sitter & Pet Sitting FAQ
Here's what your clients are looking for. By Professional United Pet
Sitters (PUPS)
http://www.petsits.com/petowners_howtochooseasitter.htm
* INSURANCE COMPARISONS & BONDING INFORMATION
This is a MUST go to web page, especially for newbies! Here you will
find a "List of Known Pet Sitting Insurers" with a USA Insurance
Comparison Chart. http://www.petsits.com/insurance.htm
(Note: You do not have to be certified to get insurance)
* Pet Sitter Associates, INSURANCE FOR PETSITERS
A US-and-parts-of-Canada association offering basic benefits and
insurance.... not as costly as NAAPS or PSI and they offer a property
liability insurance add-on that relieves the need for bonding (they
pay aggrieved clients up front). http://www.petsitllc.com
* Pet Care Certifications 101
* How and why to get certified.
You're an animal lover, have plenty of experience with pets (or own
them yourself). Maybe you've even set up shop already as an official
dog walking or pet care business. You know you're qualified. So why
should you shell out more money to get certified?
https://www.care.com/pet-care-a04131151-certifications.html
* National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS )
* NAPPS offers its members professional integrity and education, as
well as networking opportunities. In addition, the organization
serves as a major voice for the pet sitting industry. Their The
Certification Program enables you to become certified in pet sitting
by completing a course of study in business management, animal care
and health issues. http://www.petsitters.org/
* Pet Sitter's Center
* Pet Sitter's Center™ provides products and services exclusively for
pet sitting businesses. Our goal is to guide new start ups and help
them grow and succeed. Whether you need a website for your existing
pet sitting business or need some help starting a new business, we
can assist you. Sitters can list their services here.
http://www.petsitcenter.com/
* Pet Sitters Biz
* Our focus is providing a secure environment where pet owners can
quickly match, screen, and select pet sitters; and pet sitters can
achieve their financial and lifestyle objectives. Pet day care
centers, and dog walking services also list.
http://www.pet-sitters.biz/
* Pet Sitters International ( PSI )
* Pet Sitters International is dedicated to educating professional
pet sitters and promoting, supporting and recognizing excellence in
pet sitting. PSI prides itself on maintaining long-term, interactive
relationships with our ever-expanding network of members and the pet
owners they serve. http://www.petsit.com/
* Professional United Pet Sitters LLC (PUPS)(also has Insurance)
* To get your pet sitting business or dog walking service listed in
our Find A Pet Sitter Directory, you just need to join our group.
Currently the one time membership fee includes one listing for your
Dog Walking, Poop Scooping, or Pet Sitting business. Membership to
our group is available to all Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, and Poop
Scooping professionals. The joining fee is a one time fee of $29.94,
http://www.petsits.com/
Pet Sit Finder's - Member of Pet Sitters Associates, LLC? (above)
Include your member ID number and receive $10 off your listing for
the year.. See the listing for insurance noted as "a." above. Welcome
to Pet Sit Finder's online pet sitter, walker, pooper scooper and pet
boarding search engine. Looking to be listed on PetSitFinder? Just
fill out the application. http://www.petsitfinder.com/
* SITTER CITY
* With over 150,000 caregivers across the country, Sittercity is the
nation's largest and most easily accessible database for babysitters,
nannies and pet sitters. Are You a Sitter or Pet Care provider? Sign
up here to create a profile and get started! It's completely free and
easy to create. We provide so much more than basic babysitting and
pet care. Check out all of the fun, creative and effective ways
Sittercity can make your life a little easier.
http://www.sittercity.com/
* The Pet Sitting Directory
* Advertise your Pennsylvania & New Jersey Pet Sitting Service! The
Pet Sitting Directory is a human edited directory of advertisers that
provides an easy comparison of pet sitters, dog walkers and pet
boarding services in your state. http://www.petsittingdirectory.com/
* Interviewing Pet Sitters
* What should you be prepared to answer?
You might hate the whole process of being interviewed, but if you
have an experienced client, you better be prepared or you may not get
their business. Regarless, you should always be prepared. See what
professionals tell the client to ask you!
https://www.care.com/pet-care-a12171141-how-to-interview-pet-
sitter.html
* Money 101 for Pet Care Providers
Whether you're just starting out, working part-time, or launching
your own full-time pet care business, these smart tips and tricks for
accounting should help you keep your books balanced-and your sanity
in tact. https://www.care.com/pet-care-a04131356-money-101.html
* PET CARE ARTICLES FOR THE PET CARE GIVER/CARE.COM
Welcome to Care.com! Find jobs for babysitters, nannies, pet sitters, and
more. Search for care jobs near you. View job details and apply
Remember to keep your profile up-to-date!!
https://www.care.com/pet-care-p1022-all-articles.html
Posted on SHARE Yahoo Group - June 9, 2009