The PSI Blog
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What NOT to do on Social Media as a Local Pet Sitter
Hard to keep track of what to do on social media? What about what NOT to do? We’ve rounded up some social-media no-nos, and we’re sharing the love.
Guide to Pet-Sitter Insurance for 2024
Obtaining pet-sitter insurance is essential if have a pet-sitting business or dog-walking service. But how do you determine which pet-sitting insurance is best? This guide from Pet Sitters International can help.
The Importance of Networking with Veterinarians and Other Pet Pros
As a pet-care business owner, it's important to network with other local pet professionals. As a pet sitter or dog walker, building connections with veterinarians, groomers, pet store owners and other pet pros can expand your network and benefit your business.
Setting Boundaries with Your Pet-Sitting Clients (& How to Share Those Boundaries on Social Media)
If you’re using social media to market your pet-sitting business, don’t forget that you can also use it as a tool to help set boundaries. Here are some examples of ways you can effectively communicate your boundaries and self-care practices to your clients using social media.
Sharing Your Policies (and Any Changes to Them) with Your Pet-Sitting Clients
This guest post on Pet Sitters International's blog shares tips for communicating your pet-sitting company's policies (and any changes you make to them) to your clients.
Communicating Your Value To Your Pet-Sitting Clients
Communicating your value means telling or reminding your clients or potential clients why you are the right (and only) choice for their pet-care needs. Here are seven ways to regularly communicate your value.
Setting social-media goals for your pet-sitting business
If you’re using social media for your pet-care business, you’ll need to have goals. Using a social-media platform just for the sake of it may be harming your business as it may be wasting your time.
3 reasons your local professional pet sitter is your best pet-care option
When you think about shopping local and want to support the #shopsmall movement, don't forget to check out your local professional pet-sitting business. Check out these three reasons your local professional pet sitter if your best pet-care option.