Pet Sitters International

Pet Sitters International PSI is the leading educational association for professional pet sitters and dog walkers.

PSI membership gives you access the credentials, continuing education & community you need to succeed in the industry. Pet Sitters International Facebook Terms of Use

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SAVE AN EXTRA 25% on PSI courses—this month only!👉Just use coupon PSEMSOCIAL at checkout. Offer ends 9/30.With PSI’s onl...
09/04/2026

SAVE AN EXTRA 25% on PSI courses—this month only!
👉Just use coupon PSEMSOCIAL at checkout. Offer ends 9/30.

With PSI’s online courses, you can:
✅ Increase your skills and knowledge
✅ Gain confidence to take your business to the next level
✅ Earn a certificate to show off to potential clients
✅ Earn CEUs toward your recertification (PSI CPPSs)

🔗 Visit petsit.com/online-courses to get started.

🧠Pet-care pros, it's time for PSI's Question of the Week!This question comes from a discussion taking place in PSI’s mem...
09/03/2026

🧠Pet-care pros, it's time for PSI's Question of the Week!

This question comes from a discussion taking place in PSI’s member Facebook group this week:

Have you ever had a new hire or established team member ghost you?👻

Let us know in the comments.👇

➕ PSI members, as you focus on learning opportunities throughout Month, don’t forget that our member Facebook group offers a great option for sharing your knowledge + learning from fellow pet-care business owners.
👉 Be sure to visit this group this afternoon and look for our special post. We’re exploring some processes and policies your business can put in place to address ghosting.

Here’s an important reminder: You don’t have to learn it ALL.At PSI, we hear from pet-care pros who want to jump on ev...
09/03/2026

Here’s an important reminder: You don’t have to learn it ALL.

At PSI, we hear from pet-care pros who want to jump on every continuing-education opportunity that catches their attention. We love the enthusiasm, but signing up for every course, training, conference or program can quickly lead to an overloaded schedule and overextended budget.

So, how can you be more intentional about continuing education?

#1: Consider your time and budget.

Take an honest look at your company’s schedule and finances. Then decide how much time and money you can realistically dedicate to professional development for yourself and, if applicable, your team.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Your plan might include:

🐾 Setting aside a few hours each week for online learning.

🐾 Having team members complete one PETSIT PRO mini-course each month.

🐾 Attending one or two in-person industry conferences each year and taking advantage of PSI’s free Monthly Member Toolkit throughout the year.

🐾 Identifying a predictably slower time in your business and making that your annual “learning season.”

Continuing education should strengthen your skills and your business, but not leave you feeling overwhelmed.

👉 Your action step: Decide how much TIME and MONEY you can realistically invest in professional development over the next 12 months. Write it down and use those limits to guide your continuing-ed plan.

Then check the comments for our next tip: How to decide which training opportunities are actually worth your time and money.

Pet parents, when looking for pet-sitting or dog-walking services, CHOOSE A PROFESSIONAL WHO NEVER STOPS LEARNING.When c...
09/02/2026

Pet parents, when looking for pet-sitting or dog-walking services,
CHOOSE A PROFESSIONAL WHO NEVER STOPS LEARNING.

When choosing a pet-care provider, remember:
👉 Loving pets is only the beginning.
👉 Pet-care best practices continue to evolve.
👉 Pet emergencies don’t come with advance notice.

Pet sitters and dog walkers committed to high standards understand that experience ➕ education work together.

Your pet deserves professional, knowledgeable care.⤵️
Choose a pet-care provider committed to continuing education.

Here's our first Pop Quiz. 💡No Googling! Comment your answer (A,B,C or D) below.
09/02/2026

Here's our first Pop Quiz. 💡

No Googling!

Comment your answer (A,B,C or D) below.

As we kick off , here's an easy, free way for PSI members to focus on continuing education each month:👉PSI's Monthly Me...
09/01/2026

As we kick off , here's an easy, free way for PSI members to focus on continuing education each month:
👉PSI's Monthly Member Toolkit www.petsit.com/monthlytoolkit

Your September toolkit includes these free resources:
✔️ Online training, Pricing for Profit: Pricing Strategies for Pet-Care Pros, Part 2
✔️ Member-exclusive blog post: How to effectively handle client complaints + scripts to help you respond to a variety of complaint scenarios
✔️ Downloadable New Employee Orientation Checklist
✔️ Customizable social-media images for September pet holidays

Remember: High standards define professional pet care. Education helps you meet—and exceed—those standards. Don't put continuing-ed at the bottom of your to-do list!

September is Pet-Sitter Education Month™!For 11 years, Pet Sitters International has used this annual observance to shin...
09/01/2026

September is Pet-Sitter Education Month™!

For 11 years, Pet Sitters International has used this annual observance to shine a spotlight on the importance of continuing education for professional pet sitters and dog walkers—and this September, we’re sharing more education than ever!

Why? Because as our industry continues to grow and evolve, so should your knowledge.

High standards define professional pet care. Education helps us meet—and exceed—those standards.

Throughout the month, follow PSI as we share:
🐾 Practical pet-care and business tips
📚 Educational resources for pet sitters and dog walkers
💡 Quizzes, questions and opportunities to test your knowledge
⭐ Recommendations from PSI’s Global Standards
🎓 Professional-development opportunities
🎁 Free resources and special Pet-Sitter Education Month offers
…and much more!

Whether you’ve been pet sitting professionally for 20 years or are just beginning your journey, there is always something new to learn.

And pet parents, we have information for you, too! Throughout the month, we’ll share tips to help you understand why education matters—and what to look for when choosing a professional pet-care provider.

Professional pet sitters never stop learning. This month, we’re celebrating that commitment.

🐾 Follow along all September and tell us below:
What’s one thing you’d like to learn more about this month?

Learn more about Pet-Sitter Education Month: petsit.com/education

📢 PSI members, did you know free, customizable social-media images for pet holidays are included in each Monthly Member ...
08/31/2026

📢 PSI members, did you know free, customizable social-media images for pet holidays are included in each Monthly Member Toolkit?

🔗 www.petsit.com/monthlytoolkit

You can easily update these images to add your company name, logo and brand colors.

👀HERE'S WHAT ELSE YOU FIND IN THE TOOLKIT:

✔️New FREE online training
✔️Customizable social-media images for pet holidays
✔️Client communication script of the month
✔️Marketing idea of the month
✔️Teams tip of the month
..and more

Your free training and social-media images will be available until the end of 2026, but your access to the August '26 client communication script, marketing idea, teams tips, and business spotlight of the month ends on 8/31.

🐕 It's National Dog Day!This day was created to celebrate dogs and promote rescue and adoption.For most pet sitters and ...
08/26/2026

🐕 It's National Dog Day!
This day was created to celebrate dogs and promote rescue and adoption.
For most pet sitters and dog walkers, every day is DOG DAY.🐾

Share your favorite dog photo below. ⤵️

Will we see you in ABQ for ? 👉 If you're ready to register, DM us for a VERY special deal. There are now less than 10 t...
08/25/2026

Will we see you in ABQ for ?

👉 If you're ready to register, DM us for a VERY special deal.

There are now less than 10 tickets remaining. 🎟️

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PO Box 457
Pfafftown, NC
27040

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Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm

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