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This book is an introduction to how to become a professional pet sitter or dog walker and is a must-read title for anyone considering a career in the industry.

We will cover the five paths you can take towards becoming a pet sitter and dog walker and common pitfalls that are easy to avoid – as long as you know about them.

This books covers:

• An introduction to the pet sitting agency business model
• How to schedule pet sitters so team members have days off
• The four main roles within a pet sitting agency
• Tips for starting your own company
• How to find pet sitting companies that are for sale
• The subtle differences between pet sitting & dog walking
• How your region impacts the demand for services
• Pet sitting certifications and how getting certified can boost your career
• Pet sitting and dog walking as a freelancer
• What it means to be a solo-sitter
• What pet sitting agencies look for on resumes and applications
• The most relevant experience you can highlight on a resume to get hired

The author, Kyle Haubrich, owned and operated a pet sitting and dog walking agency in Colorado’s front range in the USA. At the time of this writing, his company has completed over 10,000 visits, served for over 280 clients, and cared for over 470 pets over the course of seven years years. Kyle sold his company in 2022 and the business continues to thrive with its new owner.

Kyle is also the Founder of the Professional Pet Sitter Association and the author  of the CPS-DW certification course which is specifically developed for professional pet sitters and dog walkers.