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When reptile owners need to travel for work or leisure, they want the best care for their pets. Fortunately, the number of professional pet sitters offering services to reptiles is growing. Pet Sitters International offers tips for reptile owners seeking reliable pet care.

PSI's 2016 survey—the most comprehensive survey of its kind for the professional pet-sitting industry—reveals that women still dominate the pet-sitting industry, and dogs and cats remain the most frequent beneficiaries of professional pet-care services.

This September is National Preparedness Month, and Pet Sitters International (PSI) urges pet owners to prepare for disaster and to remember that “no pet left behind” is the best policy to avoid potential injury and death.

This September marks the inaugural Pet-Sitter Education Month™. Pet Sitters International (PSI) created this month-long effort to highlight professional pet sitters’ commitment to continuing education and to promote the various educational offerings readily available to today’s professional pet sitters.

More than half of PSI members left their previous careers to start professional pet-sitting businesses, according to PSI’s most recent State of the Industry Survey.

While last-minute vacations can be booked with one click, finding a quality pet-care option can take time. PSI offers advice to procrastinating pet owners in need of pet care while they are away.

Pet Sitters International (PSI) recognizes member Nikki Timberlake, owner of Pawsotively Purrfect, Inc., in Fort Myers, Fla., for her efforts to support and promote pet adoptions in her local community.

2016 marks the 18^th annual celebration of Take Your Dog To Work Day and event creator Pet Sitters International reflects on the growth of pet-friendly policies and encourages companies to “make it their business” to help pets in need on June 24. 

Pet Sitters International (PSI) is seeking educational content for its 2017 educational conference & expo. The 2017 conference is scheduled for September 18-21, and the location will be announced this September at PSI’s 2016 conference.