Podcasts about Pet Sitters International

Ever wondered what it takes to build unwavering trust with clients in the pet care industry?

It's September, and there's a lot of exciting things coming up this month! Listen to this solo episode with Tori Mistick, founder of Wear Wag Repeat, to learn about pet business strategies and events to grow your impact this month.  Topics discussed:  Wear Wag Repeat Society's September Blogging Challenge is off to an exciting start! Pet pro members are setting blogging goals for the month from 1 post to 30 posts! I'm excited for weekly co-working sessions together.  September Expert Interview: Jessica Shipman, COO & CMO of BlogPaws. We talk about how to keep your blog content organized so you know you're writing about the most strategic topics for your business, and she explains why Google's new EEAT framework Register for BlowPaws LiVE Nov 15-16 in Boulder, CO, get $30 off with TORI30. I will be giving 2 talks at Pet Sitter World in Niagara Falls, NY with Pet Sitters International. That event is September 19-21.  Stay tuned for big Virtual Petpreneur Networking Events coming up in Q4!  

Join us for this trip down memory lane with Pet Sitters International president Beth Stultz as she highlights the fast-growing world of professional pet sitting. In 1994, PSI became the first professional pet sitting organization - founded by Patti Moran. And, today, it is the world's largest group with thousands of members caring for 100,000s of pets in the United States, Canada and more than 20 countries. Beth shares some memorable moments and offers tips on helping you find the right pet sitter for your pets. EPISODE NOTES: Pet Sitters International Celebrates 30 Years Helping Care for Pets

More on Morgan Weber Morgan Weber is the founder of Memory Flame Candle Company and Lucky Pup Adventures. She is also the 2022 Pet Sitters International's Pet Sitter of the Year. Learn more at www.memoryflame.co.   More on Robin Bennett Robin is the co-founder of The Dog Gurus and one of the nation's top certified professional dog trainers. She is also a sought-after pet business coach. Learn more at www.thedoggurues.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this lively, inspirational episode, Oh Behave show host Arden Moore chats with Doug Keeling, owner of Bad to the Bone Pet Care in Jacksonville, FL. His company's topnotch pet care and services earned them the 2023 Pet Sitters International's Pet Sitter of the Year award. Doug shares how a decade ago he was finishing college and working many part time jobs. But he followed the pet path and is now one of the most respected go-to professional pet sitters around. Got pet? Tune in! EPISODE NOTES: We Talk All Things Pets with PSI Pet Sitter of the Year Doug Keeling

More on Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte Dr. Edward Bassingthwaighte is known as The Healing Vet who relies on holistic medicine to aid pets. He is also the innovator and founder of the Whole Energy Body Balance (WEBB) Method. Learn more at www.thehealingvet.com.   More on Beth Stultz Beth Stultz is the president of Pet Sitters International and editor of Pet Sitter's World magazine. PSI is the world's largest educational association for professional pet sitters and dog walkers. Learn more at www.petsit.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Change can be good, especially when it comes to understanding cats better! Join Laura Cassiday and Joanna Wachowiak-Finlaison as they chat and chuckle with Beth Adelman about shifting people's perspectives about cat behavior. Beth Adelman, MS, is a Cat Behavior Consultant in Brooklyn, New York. Beth is currrently on the executive committee of the Pet Professional Guild's Feline Division, and was a founding member of the Cat Division of the IAABC. She is the former editor in chief of Cats magazine and DogWorld and former cat columnist for the New York Post. She currently is a regular speaker and resident cat behaviorist at Meow Parlour, New York's first cat café. Beth has worked as a writer and a speaker for the Every Cat Foundation and received their Media Appreciation Award in 2011. She has also been a speaker for Cat Camp, the Pet Professional Guild, Catsbury Park, the Cat Writers Association, IAABC, Kutztown University, Pet Sitters International, the Garden State Cat Club and the Cat Fanciers Association, and she has been a guest on many radio shows. She has edited more than 100 books about companion animals, many of them award winners.

In the ever-evolving landscape of pet care, how do you carve a niche that not only serves your clients but also gives back to the community? Carla McClellan, the founder and owner of Tallahassee Lassie Pet Care, shares her journey from a modest beginning to leading a thriving business that puts community at its heart. With a rich background in social work and public health, Carla infuses her business with a unique blend of care, compassion, and community service. From establishing partnerships with local nonprofits to launching mobile pet food pantries, she's on a mission to ensure no pet or pet owner in Tallahassee goes unsupported. Carla's approach goes beyond pet sitting; it's about building a community network that uplifts every member. Join us as Carla shares her insights on growing a business that not only looks after pets but fosters a sense of belonging and support within the community. Main topics Client Relationships Pet Pantries Initiative Community Partnerships Employee Engagement Main takeaway: Embrace the power of integrating community service into your business model, to not only enhance your brand but also to make a tangible difference in your community. About our guest: Carla returned to the Tallahassee area in 2014 where she was working in social work.  After some soul searching, she made the decision to use her social work skills in the pet world as well as continue with the human side, their owners.  Carla has over 20 years experience caring for animals and has owned a pet most of her life. She is currently mom to two pugs and one cat. Along with a few outdoor cats she feeds every evening.     Carla is certified in pet CPR and First Aid by the Pet Health Academy and is a member of Pet Sitters International and National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. She takes this knowledge and receives Continuing Education Units, along with providing training to her team. She also utilizes Pet Pro Hero and Fetch Find in teaching her team.  One of the most important aspects of this work is community - for her to hire within the community, spend local dollars, and participate in local non-profits within the community. She uses her business as a vehicle of good, always.  Links: https://www.tallahasseelassiepetcare.com https://www.facebook.com/tallylassiepets https://www.instagram.com/tallylassiepets/ Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters   Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months   Pet Perennials Visit: https://petperennials.com/pages/register-for-a-business-account Code: 'PSC' when registering for a $2 off coupon on any purchases in the 1st 90 days

More on Lucy Cryan Lucy Cryan is the owner of Cryan Enterprises, a concierge business based in Westerville, Ohio that offers pet care and other services. Her company was selected recently as the Business of the Year by the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. Learn more at www.cryanenterprises.com.   More on Doug Keeling Known as Doug the Dog Guy, Doug Keeling is the owner of Bad to the Bone Pet Care in Jacksonville, FL. He is the founder of the Northeast Florida Pet Professionals and was named the 2023 Pet Sitters International's Pet Sitter of the Year. Learn more at www.badtothebonepetcare.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered what it takes to be a pet detective and how you could add it as a service to your business? Annalisa Burns, The Pet Detective, sheds light on the unique skills and training required for pet search and rescue. She discusses the challenges and emotional aspects of tracking lost pets, emphasizing the critical role of understanding animal behavior. She shares about the growing demand for pet detective services across the U.S., and ways to add it as a service, or a grow a business around it. Main topics Pet Detective Role Training Essentials Search Techniques Service Demand Main takeaway: Being a pet detective is critically important and in high demand, especially for trained pet detectives in locating and safely returning lost pets to their owners, utilizing a blend of specialized training, understanding of animal behavior, and various search methods. About our guest: Annalisa Berns, is the owner of Pet Search and Rescue and Pet Search and Rescue Investigations. She dreamed of working with animals from a young age. Annalisa found her life's work when she read Kat Albrecht's book, “The Lost Pet Chronicles.” She is passionate about educating people about how to bring their lost pets home. On a lost pet case Annalisa usually works 2-3 Search Dogs. She also coaches people how to find their lost pets. She is a licensed Private Investigator in California and Florida. She has also completed California Association of Licensed Investigator training NLITE. Annalisa helps train Search Dog Handlers to help find lost pets. She was a guest speaker at the Western States Veterinary Association twice and the American Veterinary Medical Association conference. She completed FEMA training with the Emergency Management Institute in Animals in Disaster: Awareness and Preparedness and Animal in Disaster: Community Planning. In 2023, she presented two mini sessions for Pet Sitters International. She also completed Introduction to Animal Psychology Certificate on Pet Behavior. Links: Previously on: https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/417 https://www.petsearchandrescue.com https://www.instagram.com/petsearchandrescue/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/PetSearchAndRescue training on calming signals for dogs: https://pethelpful.com/dogs/Dog-Behavior-Understanding-Dog-Calming-Signals Phone: 310-880-8268 Kat Albright: https://www.missinganimalresponse.com Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months Pet Perennials Visit: https://petperennials.com/pages/register-for-a-business-account Code: 'PSC' when registering for a $2 off coupon on any purchases in the 1st 90 days

Do you struggle with whether to hire an employee or work with an independent contractor? Many of us face wanting to grow, find space in our life, or take a break from the day-to-day work, but then worry about whether an employee or independent contractor is the right fit. Kim Ottone Tank, owner of both Apronstrings and Staffingstrings, joins the show to help us understand what it really means to hire an employee. Kim breaks down what the differences are between an employee and an independent contractor, how that impacts our businesses, and how to understand the true costs of each. Main topcs Employees becoming more popular Are they an IC or employee? Understanding Costs and Benefits Worry about managing? Building a team Main takeaway: Some people don't want to run a business, they want to work for a business. Those are the perfect employee for your business. About our guest: Apronstrings was founded in 1990 by Kim Tank, a registered veterinary technician. Kim is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International. In addition, she has become Fear Free Certified, a program developed to reduce fear, stress and anxiety in pets. She hired her first employee in 1996, after carefully researching hiring practices in the industry. Her staff have always been employees, covered by her bond, liability insurance and worker's compensation policy. All of her staff receive intensive ongoing training and all are either certified in pet first aid, or are currently enrolled in a class. Founder and CEO, Kim has always known she was destined to work with animals and has devoted her life to working in pet care. After living in Concord for many years, she relocated her family to Pollock Pines, CA, in 2016, to raise goats and (more) chickens. She has 4 cats and a dog as well. Kim splits her time between the Bay Area and El Dorado County to maintain a close connection with her sitters, her clients and their loving pets. When not working, she loves running, kayaking, mentoring other pet sitters and exploring El Dorado Wine Country. Links: Episode 153: www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/153 Episode 176: www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/176 Episode 279: https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/279 Email Kim: Kim@staffingstrings.com Website: www.apronstringsonline.com/ Facebook for Aprondtrings: www.facebook.com/ApronstringsPS/ Facebook for Staffingstrings: https://www.facebook.com/PetSitterHiring Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months National Association of Professional Pet Sitters www.petsitters.org

What will you do if an owner's pet escapes? When seconds count, planning and preparation are your best friend. Annalisa Berns, The Pet Detective, walks us through common ways dogs and cats go missing and explains the simple steps we can take to prevent that from happening. She points out that the normal behaviors we expect are replaced with more unpredictable ones once the pet goes missing. Annalisa speaks on the methods to recover a missing pet, and reminds us to get helps as soon as possible. Main topics: Lost pet behavior How most pets escape Prevention is key First steps if a pet gets out Main takeaway: Start planning and training today to both prevent a lost pet, and recover a lost one. About our guest: Annalisa Berns, is the owner of Pet Search and Rescue and Pet Search and Rescue Investigations. She dreamed of working with animals from a young age. Annalisa found her life's work when she read Kat Albrecht's book, “The Lost Pet Chronicles.” She is passionate about educating people about how to bring their lost pets home. On a lost pet case Annalisa usually works 2-3 Search Dogs. She also coaches people how to find their lost pets. She is a licensed Private Investigator in California and Florida. She has also completed California Association of Licensed Investigator training NLITE. Annalisa helps train Search Dog Handlers to help find lost pets. She was a guest speaker at the Western States Veterinary Association twice and the American Veterinary Medical Association conference. She completed FEMA training with the Emergency Management Institute in Animals in Disaster: Awareness and Preparedness and Animal in Disaster: Community Planning. In 2023, she presented two mini sessions for Pet Sitters International. She also completed Introduction to Animal Psychology Certificate on Pet Behavior. Links: https://www.petsearchandrescue.com https://www.instagram.com/petsearchandrescue/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/PetSearchAndRescue training on calming signals for dogs: https://pethelpful.com/dogs/Dog-Behavior-Understanding-Dog-Calming-Signals Phone: 310-880-8268 Kat Albright: https://www.missinganimalresponse.com Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months National Association of Professional Pet Sitters www.petsitters.org  

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More on Beth Stultz-Hairston Beth Stultz-Hairston is the president of Pet Sitters International and editor of Pet Sitter's World magazine. Learn more at www.petsit.com.   More on Christine Eluskie   Christine Eluskie is the dog day coordinator for Village Green, a multi-state property management company. Learn more at www.dogday.villagegreen.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More on Scott Black Scott operates the Personal Touch Pet Sitting company based in Kingwood, Texas. He was named the 2010 Pet Sitter of the Year by the Pet Sitters International. Learn more at www.petsit.com/ptps.   More on Amy Shojai Amy is an award-winning author of pet books and fiction books. She pens the popular blog, Bling, Bitches and Blood and has also co-written and co-produced Stray, the Musical. She co-founded the Cat Writers Association. Learn more at www.amyshojai.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am so excited to celebrate hitting a major milestone of 250 episodes on the Wear Wag Repeat Podcast! When I came up with the idea to do a podcast about women in the pet industry in the Summer of 2017 I has no idea I'd still be doing it 5 years later. If you've been a guest or a listener, thank you so much for making this possible! To celebrate 250 episodes, I'm doing a special recap featuring 5 memorable interviews with women in the pet industry. I can't say these are the best or my favorite, because I learn something from every single person I talk to. I hope you enjoy listening back and can find inspiration for the future of your business in the wise words you're about to hear. Before I play some of my favorite moments, I want to thank PetPocketbook for sponsoring the podcast this month. I can't think of a better way to celebrate 250 episodes than by partnering with a female-founded software that serves dog walkers and pet sitters. According to Pet Sitters International's 2022 state of the industry survey, 91% of pet sitting business owners are women. If that's you, check out PetPocketbook, an all-in-one software to run your business on the go.

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How do we secure both commitment and appropriate compensation from our clients? Kathryn Burge, owner of Lake Oswego Petsitting, joins the show today to share her onboarding process and what it takes to get a commitment from clients. Kathryn breaks down how to take a hard look at your business and ask, “What's changed?” to make sure we are getting the most out of our business. She has learned the power of setting boundaries, and why charging for your time helps set yourself up for success. Main topics: What does ‘concierge' mean Finding balance Valuing your time Shifting services Handling price increases Main takeaway: Your processes and procedures will either increase, or decrease, the commitment your clients have with you. About our guest: Kathryn has been a Lake Oswego resident for over twenty years. Kathryn spent over fifteen years in the advertising and telecom corporate world. As a long time pet parent, she has an incredible way with the animals she's around. Kathryn is a proud mother of five, 3 humans, and 2 pets. She has a beautiful dog, River, and a rescued cat, Bowie. Her love of photography began at a young age and is cultivated through her petsitting business. Since the beginning of her business in 2013, she has grown a large and diverse clientele. Kathryn offers a variety of services including boarding, portrait pet photography, and dog training. Kathryn is an active member of Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, Pet Sitters International, International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, and International Association of Canine Professionals. Links: Give her a call: 503-309-4000 https://www.ccpdt.org/certification/dog-trainer-certification/ https://apdt.com https://www.canineprofessionals.com. Email: info@lopetsitting.com https://lopetsitting.com https://www.instagram.com/lopetsitting/ https://www.instagram.com/kathryn_burge/ Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months Pet Perennials Visit: petperennials.com/pages/gps Code: 'PSC' when registering for a $2 off coupon on any purchases in the 1st 90 days

Summary: What does it mean to fail forward? Lessons can be learned from our own mistakes, as well as through reading and engaging with others and new ideas. Janie Budnick, owner of 4 Legged Kids, shares how she has continued to learn and grow over the past 25 years in business. Janie's passion for well run (and fun) businesses is evident in how she describes the importance of good role titles. She encourages us to read more and dives into what it means for her and her team to stay on mission in everything they do. Topics on this episode: Some people are doers Failing forward Being a reader Staying on mission Servant leadership Main take away? You're failures don't define you, so learn from them and always be looking for new things to read and learn from. About our guest: Janie Budnick founded 4-Legged Kids, Inc in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1997 after nearly a decade of animal education including pursuing her Bachelor's in Animal Science at Mizzou and veterinary technician training. 4-Legged Kids provides dog walking and pet sitting services as St. Louis' largest staffed in-home pet care service. 4-Legged Kids exists to maintain and support the connection between pets and people because Life With Pets is Life Well Lived ™. The Company's mission combines love for the amazing pets and families of St Louis with the social responsibility necessary to provide for those homeless animals not as fortunate. Their One-for One business model provides a meal to a local homeless pet for every service provided. Janie has spent the last two decades working directly with local rescue, from personally pulling dogs and puppies from death row and preparing them for fosters, to serving on the governing board of Open Door Animal Sanctuary, the largest no-kill shelter in the State of Missouri. She is also mama to four cats and four “2-legged kids”. Her expertise in the industry has led her to develop online education and strategic business planning through the PetBizHIVE podcast and Facebook group and the PetBizMBA™ Membership. She is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International, was the first veterinary Fear Free Certified in-home caregiver in Missouri, and is the first in-home provider in the world to receive the Certified Professional Animal Care Operator designation through the Professional Animal Care Certification Council, the only third party independent testing and certification for the pet care services industry. She also serves on their governing board and her mission is the standardization and professionalism of the in-home pet care industry.   Links: 4-Legged Kids: https://4leggedkids.com Janie's 50 Favorite Books: https://petsitterguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Reading-Guide.pdf The Pet Sitter Guru: https://petsitterguru.com On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petsitterguru The Pet Biz Hive: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petbizhive Their rescue partnership:https://4leggedkids.com/rescue/ EntreLeadership: https://amzn.to/3bnXn9V EntreLeadership Podcast: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/shows/the-entreleadership-podcast The Ideal Team Player: https://amzn.to/3PV6a2e Brené Brown: https://brenebrown.com DISC: https://www.discprofile.com/what-is-disc Short Circuit (1986): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091949/ Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months Pet Sitters International Visit: https://www.petsit.com/psc Code: PSC15

How do you push through fear in business? Self-doubt continues to come up, even after almost three decades in business. Jan Brown, owner of Jan's Pet Sitting, shares how fear and self-doubt never really go away, and how you use them to make you better. Jan strongly believes that the pet care industry is better when more people pursue education, and that professionalism is the key to a flourishing industry. She gives some amazing advice on what it means to serve the long-term clients and why we need to get out of our own way as business owners. Topics on this episode: Role of customer service Pushing through fear Serving long-term clients Getting out of your own way Main take away: It's our responsibility to help make the industry better every single day. About our guest: Jan has spent 23 years in the pet industry providing quality care to the animals in her charge. Jan is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) through Pet Sitters International. She is also Fear Free® certified and is a Pet Tech® Pet First Aid/CPR instructor. Jan is also a member of Pet Sitters International (PSI) and National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS). Jan and her business are bonded and insured. Jan began her career in the corporate world and while she enjoyed her time in the business world, she knew she wanted something more. In 1997, she founded Jan's Pet Sitting with the goal of providing compassionate, professional pet care services to clients in San Mateo and the surrounding cities. She is passionate about offering the very best care possible and treats each pet as if they were a member of her own family. When not caring for other people's pets, Jan spends time with her own furry family, as well as her human family and friends. She has taught classes in disaster preparedness for animals as well as has taught classes on starting a pet sitting business. Jan also has volunteered her time for her city's CERT (community emergency response team) program and frequently mentors other pet sitters in the industry. Links: info@janspetsitting.com https://janspetsit.com Buy PSC Merch Give us a call! (636) 364-8260  Follow us on: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com Full show notes and transcript   Sponsored by: ❤️ Our AMAZING Patreon Supporters Time to Pet Visit: https://timetopet.com/confessional Code: 50% off first 3 months

What does HR mean to you? Human Resources is all about how we treat the people in our company. Even if you're solo, having an HR mindset helps you treat people well. The pet sitting industry has quite a few challenges when it comes to HR. Kim Ottone Tank, owner of Apronstrings Pet Sitting, shares how to approach the unique nature of HR in pet care. Kim helps us understand why we should take HR seriously and why it's not such a massive burden. Main topics: * What is HR? * Company culture and HR * Supporting staff * Finding resources for HR Main takeaway: Taking HR seriously means we're serious about treating people well. About our guest: Apronstrings was founded in 1990 by Kim Tank, a registered veterinary technician. Kim is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International. In addition, she has become Fear Free Certified, a program developed to reduce fear, stress and anxiety in pets. She hired her first employee in 1996, after carefully researching hiring practices in the industry. Her staff have always been employees, covered by her bond, liability insurance and worker's compensation policy. All of her staff receive intensive ongoing training and all are either certified in pet first aid, or are currently enrolled in a class. Founder and CEO, Kim has always known she was destined to work with animals and has devoted her life to working in pet care. After living in Concord for many years, she relocated her family to Pollock Pines, CA, in 2016, to raise goats and (more) chickens. She has 4 cats and a dog as well. Kim splits her time between the Bay Area and El Dorado County to maintain a close connection with her sitters, her clients and their loving pets. When not working, she loves running, kayaking, mentoring other pet sitters and exploring El Dorado Wine Country. Links: Episode 153: www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/153 Episode 176: www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/176 Email Kim: Kim@petcarehr.com Website: www.apronstringsonline.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PetSitterHiring Give us a call! (636) 364-8260 Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/petsitterconfessional/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/petsitterconfessional/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/psconfessional) Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com (mailto:feedback@petsitterconfessional.com) Full show notes and transcript (https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/279)

What is a Google My Business (GMB) listing and how does it help a local business? Amy Toman, from Pet Sitter SEO, discusses the power behind a well optimized GMB listing and how client behavior is changing when searching for services. She gives advice on what to avoid to make sure your listing doesn't get removed (including how to use your address appropriately), why you should list your business on quality directory services, and how to approach Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Topics on this episode: * Do directories help my SEO? * What's new with GMB? * Optimizing GMB settings * Preventing your listing from being removed Main take away: Follow the Google guidelines for setting up your GMB listing, so you never risk it being removed. About our guest: Amy Toman is the founder of Pet Sitter SEO, a digital marketing company that specializes in SEO and Google My Business audits for small businesses in the pet care industry. She's worked with pet sitters for over five years, and started her company in 2017. Amy's a Product Expert for Google Business Profiles, has written for Pet Sitters International and NAPPS, and has spoken at conferences by PSI, NAPPS, and the Texas Pet Sitters Conference. She's been cited in many SEO industry articles as an SEO to follow, and has been featured in several podcasts, discussing both local SEO and pet sitter SEO. She loves solving puzzles, which is why she loves SEO. She's married, has three adult children, and two happy cats. And when she's not buried in websites, she loves to read and watch classic movies. Amy may be reached at amy@petsitterseo.com or at her website, PetSitterSEO.com. Links: Website (www.petsitterseo.com) On Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/PetSitterSEO/) Email: Amy@petsitterseo.com Google Photo Tool (https://cloud.google.com/vision/docs/drag-and-drop.) Google analytics (https://analytics.google.com/analytics/web/provision/#/provision) Google Search Console (https://search.google.com/search-console/welcome) Google My Business Listing (https://www.google.com/business/) Google Inactive Account Manager (https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/3036546?hl=en) Give us a call! (636) 364-8260 Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/petsitterconfessional/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/petsitterconfessional/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/psconfessional) Email us at: feedback@petsitterconfessional.com (mailto:feedback@petsitterconfessional.com) Full show notes and transcript (https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/267)

Dan Reitman is not content just doing one thing. What brings him the most joy is bringing out the best in pets and edu-taining animal loving audiences. That's because Dan is the founder of Dan's Dog Walking and Pet Sitting in New York City and the co-host of two podcasts, Cool Animal People and Wiped Out Wednesday. And, he just earned Pet Sitter of the Year honors from Pet Sitters International. Call your pet over as Dan shares some great pet tips and more! EPISODE NOTES: Meet Dan Reitman: Pet Sitter of the Year and Much More

Welcome back to the Fire In The Belly Podcast! Today’s episode will surely be a great hit to aspiring entrepreneurs and pet lovers alike. Today, Mighty Pete talks to Juanita Duke, a wealth coach, author, and the founder of Little Paws Dog Training Clubs, about her businesses, passions, and how she has helped her investors transform from Zero to Millionaire. Juanita is very passionate about sharing his knowledge of increasing wealth. And she’s going to be sharing some tips today and some of her stories you can learn from. It’s possible, even for those who have nothing, to get started in their investing or business journey. Start tuning in to get more wealth wisdom! KEY TAKEAWAYS Don’t just do it for the money if you plan to start a business centred on providing services, whether it be for people or the cute furries. Juanita’s genuine love for dogs is her principal capital. It would’ve been tedious to get by and maintain well-ordered day-to-day operations if you aren’t passionate. Juanita joins competitions, but it’s not winning against others that she enjoys. It’s the idea that she’s improving every time, and getting back to the ring bigger and bolder. When we challenge ourselves, we grow, unlock more of our potential, and prove to ourselves we can do anything. One of Juanita’s tips was to look at already established businesses in the same field. Not to copy them but to learn from them—their best practices, some observations that you might want to incorporate, or omit from your business plan. This helped her greatly. Observe, jot down, and assess. It’s important for Juanita that when she retires, she has reached her financial goal and never has to worry about money. But she adds that happiness is more important than long-term goals, she always ensures that she is genuinely happy and can provide for herself and her family at the present. One can’t prepare for the future without spoiling the present. BEST MOMENTS “I can look at a picture of a dog and pick up its energy—if it’s feeling sad or worried.” “I ain’t overcompetitive with other people, but I like challenging myself.” “I don’t remember a time when I didn’t believe in myself, and I don’t think I would ever let anything happen to me that I wouldn’t be able to pick myself up again.” “I wanna be in the position where the money is working for me, and not the other way around where I am working for money” VALUABLE RESOURCES Read Little Paws Dog Training For Children: Basic Obedience Trick Training and Fun Agility by Juanita Duke. Order it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Little-Paws-Dog-Training-Children/dp/1728877784 Read about Pet Sitters International: https://www.petsit.com/ Subscribe to Fire In The Belly Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fire-in-the-belly/id1499375061)! ABOUT THE GUEST Juanita Duke is a wealth coach, an author, an entrepreneur, and a dog lover. She is the founder of the Little Paws Dog Training Clubs. Alongside this, Juanita also has a number of clients whom she educated on wealth, investing, and finance management. Follow Juanita Wealth Coaching on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juanitadukewealthcoach/ Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juanita-duke-20ab90b9/ ABOUT THE HOST The ‘Mighty Pete Lonton’ from the ‘Mighty 247’ company is your main host of ‘Fire In The Belly’.  Pete is an Entrepreneur, Mentor, Coach, Property Investor, and father of 3 beautiful girls. Pete’s background is in Project Management and Property, but his true passion is the ‘Fire in The Belly’ project itself. His mission is to help others find their potential and become the mightiest version of themselves. Pete openly talks about losing both of his parents, suffering periods of depression, business downturn and burn-out, and ultimately his years spent not stoking ‘Fire In the Belly’. In 2017, at 37 years of age that changed, and he is now on a journey of learning, growing, accepting, and inspiring others. Pete can connect with people and intuitively asks questions to reveal a person’s passion and discover how to live their mightiest life. The true power of ‘Fire In The Belly’ is the Q&A’s - Questions and Actions! The ‘Fire In The Belly’ brand and the programme is rapidly expanding into podcasts, seminars, talks, business workshops, development course, and rapid results mentoring. CONTACT METHOD https://www.facebook.com/mightypetelonton/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-lonton-4b83184 https://www.facebook.com/groups/430218374211579/ Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/groups/430218374211579/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If anyone needs the comfort of a dog, it’s those of us that work full time! Dogs are great stress relievers and enable us to get the exercise we need. But no dog should be alone 8 hours (or more) a day while we are hard at work. One could argue that the emergence of the dog walker as a business and profession has enabled more hard-working Americans to experience the joys of dog ownership, by providing dogs with much needed mid-day breaks.Like most things pet related, dog walking and pet sitting are rapidly growing businesses with codes of conduct, certification programs, insurance and local and international associations.In this episode, we chat with Lauren Heath, a social worker turned pet sitter/dog walker and the owner of Presidential Pet Care, located in Northern Virginia just outside of Washington, DC. Karen, Jean and Lauren discuss what owners should look for in a dog walker and pet sitter. Hint, there are lots questions we all should ask.In a very short time, Lauren has grown Presidential Pet Care into one of the area’s top professional pet care businesses, with incredibly high standards for employees and clients. They are bonded and insured in addition to being a member of Pet Sitters International and the National Capital Area of Professional Pet Sitters. https://presidentialpetcare.com/Lauren, Jean and Karen share their PawsUP and PawsDOWN If you have an idea for a podcast, ping us on Instagram @PawsGo – and share your PawsUPs and PawsDOWN with us – if we use any of your ideas, you’ll get a cool PawsGo t-shirt. Find them all at www.pawsgo.comLauren is passionate about the human-animal bond and seeks to make a positive impact in her community through her business, Presidential Pet Care®, and personal endeavors as “the Dog Boss Lady.” She is working toward becoming a CPDT (Certified Professional Dog Trainer) to follow her dream of training assistance dogs for victims of violence.Lauren is an graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses scholarship program. She is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter® (CPPS®) and a member of Pet Sitters International. Lauren is also a member of the National Capital Area of Professional Pet Sitters and is a member of their 2018 Executive Committee.Talking the Talk and Walking the Walk – the professional dog walk tells all

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Pet Sitters International is the world's leading educational association for professional pet sitters and dog walkers. For current and prospective pet sitters or dog walkers, PSI offers access to the most comprehensive pet-sitter business and educational tools and resources in the industry, including access to group rate pet-sitter insurance and bonding. Members also have access to free webinars, online networking opportunities, PSI's member magazine, online classes and much more.Support the show (https://www.animalcaretrustusa.org/donate.html)

Welcome to the Lone Star State -- specifically, a town near Austin called Schertz that is the site for the annual Texas Pet Sitters Conference. Oh Behave Show Host Arden Moore treats you to an episode featuring some top pet experts: Heather Branch of National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, Melissa Prickett of Fetch Find, Jason Waggoner of Acutraq, Meagan Evans of Pet Sitters International and Christy Myhre of Toki Poki. We also unleash a special salute to the co-founders More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Yee-Haw! Oh Behave Show Host Arden Moore Interviews Top Pet Experts at the Texas Pet Sitters Conference on Pet Life Radio

In this episode, we sit down with Adina Silberstein who is the founder, President and CEO of award-winning, Philadelphia-based professional pet sitting, dog walking and force-free, holistic wellness company, Queenie’s Pets®, one of the largest pet care companies in the city. She is a business and leadership coach and a Certified Canine Massage Therapist. Adina is committed to making the lives of pets and their humans better by supporting her clients & communities in learning and practicing holistic, fear-free, force-free and pain-free care for all companion animals. Adina is an active member of many professional associations, including Pet Sitters International, National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, the Pet Professional Guild and more. Adina sits on the Philadelphia Animal Advisory Committee, a team of 10 pet professionals from across the animal disciplines that advises Philadelphia City Council and the city’s Mayor on all matters of the laws governing animals and their management - from companion animals, to the equine police units to wildlife and oversight of the main city shelter. Adina is a writer for national & local pet-related blogs, including Dogster.com, Catster.com & thephillydog.com. A graduate of American University as well as the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. In this episode you’ll learn: - How to take really good care of your employees - How to take your mobile service business to the next level by creating systems and processes that prioritize efficiency, boundaries and profitability - The pros and cons of opening up a brick-and-mortar shop for your mobile service business - The importance of continuous business education in order to be a solid leader - The benefits of working with a business coach like Adina - How to get involved in your community to grow your business and give back

SoulPup Episode 3 - Why Dog Walks are So Important Want a well-behaved dog? Take time to fit in at least two dog daily walks around your neighborhood. Dog pro Benetta Green of Gone to the Dogs Pet Care shares the benefits of daily dog walks and shares tips to find a reputable dog walker. A walk is more than using the bathroom. Daily walks stimulate the dog’s mind, it offers time to stop and smell the world, and it burns energy, to keep them out of mischief if they don’t get proper exercise. Need a dog walker or pet sitter? Ask for referrals. Anyone can call themselves a dog walker; all you need is a car. Green suggests looking for someone who has experience working with dogs of all ages and sizes and can handle your pet’s needs. As an added protection, look for someone who is bonded and insured. For a referral, check out Pet Sitters International, a professional organization for pet sitters. Green is a member of PSI, she’s trained in first aid and a member of the Georgia Network of Professional Pet Sitters. On that initial visit to meet your dog, watch how dog walkers interact and make sure everyone seems comfortable.   Be upfront about your dog’s needs, particularly if there’s a behavior issue. Whether your dog simply needs a potty break because you work long hours or they have behavior challenges, such as being reactive on the leash, be honest about your dog’s needs. This is the best way to ensure a good fit. For example, if you have a 90-pound dog, look for someone who can handle large dogs in various circumstances. Professional dog walkers will not necessarily charge more if your dog is reactive, or super large, or has behavior challenges, they just need to know and be prepared. A typical visit can be customized. Green usually does midday walks that involve letting the dog get some air, take a potty break and perhaps eat a bit of kibble. High-energy dogs may even need a run or some focused play time. Get the right tools. Discuss the preferred gear for walking your dog. Smaller dogs do best with a harness to avoid slipping out of their collar. Dogs that pull also may need different gear. When do dogs need a daily break? For first-time dog owners trying to find the right potty time, Green recommends setting a feeding schedule and sticking to it. This helps you look for clues when the dog needs to potty. Once you crack that “code,” you can work with family members or a dog walker to establish the best potty time. All the best! Do you have a show recommendation or question for our family of experts? Enter it in the comments section or email us at info@soulpup.com. (We welcome audio files.)

In this episode of “Bella In Your Business”, Bella speaks with Holly Cook, author of My End of the Leash: Compassion Fatigue From a Pet Sitter’s Perspective. She started pet sitting in 1994, and won the Pet Sitters International,  Pet Sitter of the Year award in 2004;  She has been serving the pet sitting industry […]

When you travel, who do you trust to take care of your pets? Get a real petsitter! Teoti was honored to speak at the recent Pet Sitters International (PSI) World Conference. She chats with Beth Stultz, the PSI Director of Marketing Communications and Education, about why it's important to be picky about choosing a petsitter. It's not enough that the person just LOVES pets! Teoti also shares tips on things you can do to make it easier for pet sitters to take good care of your furry friends.  Questions or Comments? Email Teoti at teoti@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Get a Real Petsitter: Pet Sitters International World Conference on Pet Life Radio

Road trip! Oh Behave show host Arden Moore and her feline, Zeki the Cool Cat, present this special episode from the annual Pet Sitters International conference in Winston-Salem, N.C.! Tune in as top pet sitters share some of their whacky and adventurous tales as well heed pawsome tips from a top veterinarian and professional dog trainer. And, find out how Zeki, America’s Ambassacat... earned a new nickname: Sneaky Zeki. Questions or Comments? Send them to: arden@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dr. Gary Weitzman Shows You How to Speak Dog - Woof on Pet Life Radio

At the recent Pet Sitters International conference in Austin, Oh Behave show host Arden Moore delivered two talks, but she also brought her mike. Tune in to this special - and hilarious - episode as professional pet sitters share with Arden some of the wackiest, oddest and heartfelt requests they honored to care from a wide gamut of pets. Yes, these pets range from piranhas to baby lobsters. And, learn more about PSI by visiting www.petsit.com. Questions or Comments? Send them to: arden@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Oh Behave - Driving Miss Mutt, Pampering a Piranha and Caring for Baby Lobsters - All in a Day’s Work for Professional Pet Sitters with Arden Moore

Tripawds Podcast Episode #15: Join us for a discussion about how to maintain postive behavior in dogs after any major surgery with renowned trainer and behaviorist Sarah Wilson. Learn how to adapt training techniques for recovering dogs, how to handle pack-mate interaction, and much more! Sarah Wilson is an experienced professional dog trainer, behaviorist and an expert in the human-animal bond. Since 2000, she has run one of the most active dog training and care communities on the the Internet, MySmartPuppy.com. Sarah loves working with all dog/human teams but has a special place in her heart for the shy/sensitive/deficit dogs. She appeared alongside Tripawds founder Spirit Jerry, founder of Tripawds, in PBS Nature's "Why We Love Cats and Dogs," regularly contributes to New England Cable News "The Secret Life of Animals," Comcast's Pets on Demand and Nick Jr.'s "A Pup Grows Up." With eight books to her name (including My Smart Puppy; Good Owners, Great Dogs; Childproofing Your Dog, Dogology: What Your Relationship with Your Dog Reveals About You) and a ninth on the way, she is a prolific and popular writer. An engaging speaker, she has taught at Tufts-Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, American Council of the Blind, Pet Sitters International, International Association of Canine Professionals, The Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers, Puppyworks, The ASPCA, Groomers Expo, and many more. Join us in the Tripawds Live Chat during the show or post your questions in the discussion forums here. Support the show (https://tripawds.com/support)

Get ready to party with a purpose with your canine pal. Oh Behave show host Arden Moore has created National Dog Party Day. The first celebration takes place June 24 in New York City and San Diego. In this "super-sized" special episode, Arden chats with the key people and groups helping with National Dog Party Day. Tune in and hear actress Megan Blake, Dana Humphrey of WhitegatePR, Frosting Fran of K9Cakery.com, Pat McTigue of Hotel Indigo, Beth Stultz of Pet Sitters International, Karen Biehl with Eli of TV’s Doggie Moms show and Michael Baehr of the San Diego Humane Society. We also give shout outs to the Mayors Animal Alliance of New York City and Fetch Club. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Arden Moore Unleashes National Dog Party Day with Arden Moore

June 25th marks the 12th anniversary of Take Your Dog To Work Day -- an event created by Pet Sitters International to celebrate that wonderful bond we have with our dogs -- and to promote pet adoption. Join Oh Behave host Arden Moore as she discovers the many benefits pets bring to office morale from her special guests, Patti Moran, PSI founder and her colleague Beth Stultz, TYDTWD spokesperson. And visit www.takeyourdog.com to learn how you can participate in this year’s event! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Work With Your Dog -- June 25 is Take Your Dog To Work Day with Arden Moore

Calling all Garfield fans and lasagna lovers! Oh Behave host Arden Moore treats you to a very special show featuring Jim Davis, the creator of the world’s most famous orange tabby and Patti Moran, the woman who founded the professional pet sitting industry. Jim shares how Garfield is happy to be the new "spokes-cat" for Pet Sitters International and provides fun insights into the witty, whimsical world of Garfield. And, listen closely for the code word mentioned on the show to win autographed copies of the book, Garfield Weighs His Options and the DVD, Garfield’s Pet Force signed by Jim Davis. Tune in today! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Jim Davis, Creator of Garfield the Cat, and Patti Moran, Founder of Pet Sitters International, Team Up! with Arden Moore

Professional Pet Sitting: Tara discusses this alternative to dog boarding and covers everything you need to know in order for you to find the right dog sitter! -Direct download -K9Cast podcast player -Enhanced Feed Subscribe -Standard Feed Subscribe Shownotes (OPML):00:00 Intro 00:18 Discussion on Professional Pet Sitters/Dog Sitters -Brianna's Email -01:00 PetSit.com - Pet Sitters International -01:25 SpoiledPaws.com - Brianna's petsitting service -06:20 PetSitters.org - National Association of Professional Pet Sitters 23:10 Outro -New Listener Picture! -23:39 Nintendogs (K9Cast amazon associates link) -Send in your stories, questions, comments and pictures! -Spay or neuter your dog!