The Pet Sitter Blog
Expert insights on pet care, the pet sitting industry, and building a pet sitting business.
How The Pet Sitter Keeps Your Pet Safe: Our Trust and Safety Approach
Trust is everything when you hand over your pet. Here is how The Pet Sitter manually reviews sitter profiles, protects bookings, and keeps trust signals clear.
By Graeme Rycyk
Dog Boarding vs Kennels: Which Is Right for Your Dog?
Home boarding and commercial kennels are fundamentally different experiences for your dog. We compare stress levels, individual attention, cost, socialisation, and more to help you make the right choice.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet First Aid: 10 Skills Every Owner Should Know
Would you know what to do if your pet was choking, bleeding or in shock? Learn 10 essential first aid skills that could save your pet's life in an emergency.
By The Pet Sitter Team
How Much Does Dog Boarding Cost in 2026? Complete Price Guide
Dog boarding costs vary widely depending on location, type of facility, and your dog's needs. We break down average prices across different countries, compare home boarding vs kennels, and share tips for getting the best value.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Pet Sitting in Auckland: The Complete Guide for Dog Owners
From the Domain to off-leash beaches on the North Shore, everything you need to know about caring for your dog in Auckland. Parks, council rules, suburbs and rates.
By The Pet Sitter Team
How to Choose a Pet Sitter: A Guide for First-Time Users
Choosing the right pet sitter is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a pet owner. Here's what to look for, what to ask, and red flags to watch for.
By Graeme Rycyk
How Often and How Long Should You Walk Your Dog?
Every dog needs walks, but how much is enough? Learn the right frequency and duration by breed, age and health, plus tips for making walks more enriching.
By The Pet Sitter Team
The Complete Guide to Choosing a Pet Sitter in 2026
Choosing a pet sitter is one of the most important decisions you will make as a pet owner. This guide covers verification, reviews, meet-and-greets, the right questions to ask, and red flags that should make you walk away.
By The Pet Sitter Team
Going Off-Platform as a Pet Sitter: Bring Your Clients, Keep Things Organised
Ready to run your own pet sitting business beyond marketplace apps? Bring your clients, keep using the conversations that work, and put bookings and everyday admin in one place.
By The Pet Sitter Team