The Pet Sitter Blog
Expert insights on pet care, the pet sitting industry, and building a pet sitting business.
Pet Sitter of the Month: How to Earn It
Learn what truly separates excellent pet sitters from the rest. Concrete profile tweaks, client communication strategies, care routines that win hearts, and how to collect the reviews that matter.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet Sitter Resources to Grow Your Business
Practical pet sitter resources to get more bookings, work more efficiently, and protect both you and the pets in your care. Covers profiles, pricing, communication, safety and marketing.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Starting a Pet Sitting Business in Melbourne: A Local Guide for 2026
Everything you need to know about starting a pet sitting business in Melbourne. Local regulations, realistic earnings, insurance, the best suburbs for demand, and how to stand out.
By Graeme Rycyk
Dog Walking Do's and Don'ts: A Professional Sitter's Guide
Master professional dog walking with proven techniques for leash handling, route planning, reactive dog management, and building a profitable walking business.
By The Pet Sitter Team
How to Run a Successful Doggy Daycare Service
A complete guide to running a profitable doggy daycare from home. Covers safety, group management, pricing, marketing, and keeping owners informed.
By The Pet Sitter Team
How to Handle Pet Sitting Emergencies: A Sitter's Guide
A practical guide for pet sitters on preparing for and managing emergencies, from medical crises to escaped pets and aggressive behaviour.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Setting Boundaries and Negotiating Rates as a Pet Sitter
Learn how to price your pet sitting services, set firm boundaries with clients, and keep every dollar you earn on a 0% commission platform.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet Sitter Insurance: Do You Need It and What Does It Cover?
Should you get insurance as a pet sitter? Learn about public liability, pet injury cover, property damage protection, and requirements by country.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet Sitting as a Side Income: What to Expect in Your First Year
Thinking about pet sitting for extra income? Here is an honest look at realistic earnings, time commitment, seasonal patterns, and what your first year really looks like.
By The Pet Sitter Team