The Pet Sitter Blog
Expert insights on pet care, the pet sitting industry, and building a pet sitting business.
How Pets Are Shaping Our Travel Habits
Pet ownership is reshaping how we plan holidays. From guilt-free getaways to the rise of pet-friendly stays, here is how animals influence where and when we travel.
By The Pet Sitter Team
How a Pet-Care Platform Merger Affects Pet Owners and Sitters
When a major pet-care platform announces a merger, it can affect your bookings, fees and income. Learn what to watch for and practical steps to protect yourself.
By The Pet Sitter Team
The Great Australian Pet Sitting Consolidation of 2026
Rover acquired Mad Paws. Pawshake charges 19%+ in opaque fees. Floofers stalled. In 2026, the Australian pet sitting market has effectively consolidated into one dominant commission platform. Here is what that means for sitters and owners.
By The Pet Sitter Team
What Happened to Floofers? The Rise and Stall of Australia's Indie Pet Sitting Platform
Floofers had the right idea: low commission, professional standards, sitter-friendly policies. But good intentions were not enough to solve the marketplace liquidity problem. Here is what happened.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet Sitting Regulations by Country: What You Need to Know
Pet sitting regulations vary significantly between countries. From insurance requirements to business registration, here is what sitters need to know in key markets.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Why Pet Sitters Leave Platforms: The Off-Platform Problem
Pet sitters and owners regularly move off-platform after their first booking. Understanding why reveals fundamental problems with commission-based marketplaces.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet Care Industry Trends to Watch in 2026
The pet care industry continues to evolve rapidly. From humanisation of pets to technology adoption, here are the trends shaping pet care in 2026.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Subscription vs Commission: Which Pet Sitting Platform Model Is Better?
Pet sitting platforms charge either commission per booking or a flat subscription. We compare both models from the perspective of sitters and pet owners.
By The Pet Sitter Team
The Real Cost of Pet Sitting Platform Fees: A Comparison
We did the maths. Here's exactly how much pet sitters lose to platform fees on Rover, Mad Paws, Pawshake, and Floofers — and why flat-fee subscription models are the future.
By Graeme Rycyk