Pioneer Animal Walkers

04/25/2026

Today is World Veterinary Day.

THANK YOU to our local veterinarians. We appreciate the quality care you provide!

04/12/2026

Happy World Hamster Day!

These unique little rodents are quite a childhood memory for many of us.

04/11/2026

It's National Pet Day!

04/04/2026

It's Pet First Aid Awareness Month!

Pioneer Animal Walkers is trained to respond to emergencies and prioritize your pet's safety all year long.

Learn more: www.pioneeranimalwalkers.com

03/24/2026

We stayed home this spring break. Dogs and cats to take care of for clients. Family to help move into their new home and we started the rearranging of our yard. But, we did end on a sweet note watching my friend’s baby. Check out Monty playing with Kimber. 🥹
I guess I can add bottle lamb to my resume as a pet sitter. 🤣

03/16/2026

Client Testimonial from Mia's human:
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

www.pioneeranimalwalkers.com

03/09/2026

March is Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig Month!

The Humane Society of Missouri and the APA are rescue organizations that occasionally have Guinea Pigs available for adoption.

Pioneer Animal Walkers offers care for cavies too!
This is a picture of 3 of the 4 we used to have in our Cavy Era. Dexter, Ginny and Evie.
Contact us to learn more at www.pioneeranimalwalkers.com

03/08/2026

It was wonderful attending my first Chamber Gala. Celebrated many individuals tonight, made new connections and fooled my police connection by dressing up. 🤣

03/07/2026

Oh goodness. Custard and puppies!

Join us for a St. Louis celebration with custard, canines, and community on March 14 from 12 PM–2 PM at Ted Drewes Frozen Custard as we team up with of St. Louis for Custard & Canines. 🍦🐾

We will be hosting a collection drive for Stray Rescue. The items they are in need of most include:

• Toys for dogs, cats, and tough chewers
• Wet cat food (any brand)
• Litter boxes and scoops
• Dog collars (medium and large)
• Bleach
• Velveeta (for handing out medicine)
• Cleaning supplies
• Dog beds
• Xpens and wire crates of any size

Enjoy $3.14 micro concretes and ½ off pup cups.

We’ll also have limited-edition “So St. Louis” shirts at our gift shop and online featuring two of Stray Rescue’s warriors, with a portion of each shirt sold benefiting Stray Rescue of St. Louis.

Come meet adoptable dogs and support a great cause.

www.teddrewesgiftshop.com

03/06/2026

3 FREE ways to show support for your pet sitter:

1: Refer!
Recommend their business to your family, friends and colleagues - and on apps like NextDoor.

2: Review!
Post positive online reviews for their business on sites like Google, Yelp, Facebook and PSI's Pet Sitter Locator.

3: Repost!
Re-share their social media posts and stories. Tag their business page if you post about their company.

03/05/2026

Professional Pet Sitter vs. Hobby Pet Sitter

Professional:
🐾 has a local business license, if required.
🐾 has their own business insurance and bonding.
🐾 asks clients to complete a service contract.
🐾 has pet-care training and/or is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS).
🐾 offers pet sitting as a primary business - your pets are their priority and career.

Hobby:
❌ is not an actual business - just has a profile on an app or posts on social media.
❌ may not have any insurance coverage, or has limited coverage under a listing service.
❌ asks pet owners to email quick details about pets only.
❌ may love pets, but has not pursued ongoing education or certifications related to pet care.
❌ offers pet sitting as a side gig or way to earn extra money and is not pursuing a career in pet sitting.