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Pet Sitter Confessional

By: Pet Sitter Confessional LLC
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  • A podcast by pet sitters, for pet sitters. After 10 years pet sitting, we've got some stories! Listen in as we talk candidly about our experiences as pet sitters and speak with others regarding theirs. From how to get started, to major lessons from tough situations, this is an in-depth look at the life of a pet sitter. Our goal is to grow a passionate community of pet sitters, making the industry better for everyone. We'd love to hear your story!
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  • 489: Impacting the Pet Industry with the Florida Pet Services Association

    489: Impacting the Pet Industry with the Florida Pet Services Association
    May 8 2024
    Heidi Lewis-Pracko and Savanna Westwood, from the Florida Pet Services Association (FPSA), discuss the organization's mission to connect and support pet service businesses in Florida and beyond. They highlight their first aid kit initiative, which provides basic supplies to homeless pet owners and is expanding to shelters and hurricane preparedness. The upcoming FPSA Summit will be held in Naples at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center in August 22-24 2024, offering educational speakers, activities, and networking opportunities. Attendees will gain valuable industry insights and explore the renovated center's exhibits and trails. They each underscore the importance of community collaboration for the pet services industry to thrive and improve care standards. Main topics: Learning from feedback Expanding the Association Planning the summit Giving back to the community Main takeaway: As the pet care industry continues to grow and expand, this means more potential for business and impacting people's lives, but also more scrutiny and attention. About the Florida Pet Services Association Florida Pet Services Association is a 501C3 comprised of companies that provide professional pet services in Florida. All members of FPSA are required to be a legal business, and be insured. Mission Statement: To promote professionalism, provide elite education and create and connect professional relationships in the pet industry in the state of Florida. Vision Statement: To promote the highest level of excellence in the pet industry and advancement of pet care standards in the state of Florida. About the Board of Directors: Savanna Westwood “Hello! I am Savanna Owner and Founder of The Savvy Sitter, Pet Sitting and Dog Walking, LLC. I have grown up with animals all my life and enjoy spending time with them. I have lived in the Winter Garden and Windermere Area for over 30 Years. Though I do not have any animals myself, I love taking care of them and giving them the cuddles, playtime, and treats they deserve. I am an active equestrian, big dogs and horses do not frighten me. When I am not taking care of your Fur Friends, you can find me reading, practicing archery, riding, and figuring out ways to provide additional and great services to our clients!” Doug Keeling “I’m Doug the Dog Guy, and I’m the owner and founder of Bad to the Bone Pet Care. I began pet sitting and dog walking in the Fall of 2013 because I missed my childhood best friend, a Jack Russell named Skip, and because I wanted to combine my passions for animal welfare and entrepreneurship. Bad to the Bone Pet Care was born in 2014, and we have since had the privilege of working with thousands of pets across Northeast and Central Florida. We have won multiple awards for our premium-level professional pet sitting and dog walking, including Pet Sitter of the Year 2023, Best Jacksonville Dog Walking Company 2018-2022, and Best Pet Sitting Service in Northeast Florida 2016 & 2017. I tell everyone I meet, “this is a dream come true for a dream I didn’t know I had.” Amber Van Denzen Suarez “Amber is the founder of Atta Boy! Animal Care. She has been working in the animal field for over 16 years. She started in the field by working in the horse industry – stable hand and pet sitter. She then trained as a local Veterinary Kennel hand, Veterinary Assistant and then an Emergency Veterinary Technician for both small and large animals for over 13 years. She has a bachelors of Animal Science from University of Florida.” Heidi Lewis-Pracko “Throughout my childhood, the running joke was always, “Where’s Heidi? She’s probably with the dogs.” In 4th grade, my family adopted our Welsh Corgi, Angel - the light of my life all the way into college. When she passed away, I was devastated. Luckily for me, 4 months later, we brought another Corgi into the family. I named her Hope, because she was doing exactly that, bringing hope to our family. Thus...Heidi & Hope Pet Services! My true passion came when I began pet sitting on the weekends. Pet sitting showed me the rewards of getting to work with animals one-on-one. I LOVE being the only one to care for people’s pets and being relied upon to do so. I finally made the full-time move to Naples in 2016, where I feel lucky every day getting to live in the place that I vacationed all the time growing up. I immediately got into pet sitting upon my move and the rest is history!” Links: Donate to the Association https://www.facebook.com/FLPetServices https://www.instagram.com/flpetassociation/ FLPETSA@gmail.com FlPetAssociation.Org 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 to get 50% off first 3 months National Association of Professional Pet Sitters: ...
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  • 488: Networking with Purpose

    488: Networking with Purpose
    May 6 2024

    Ever wondered how to effectively network and forge meaningful connections within the industry? We share the importance of setting clear goals and aligning expectations in your networking endeavors. We consider the four main reasons for connecting with industry peers. When connecting, it's crucial to freely share information while respecting boundaries, and also understand the nuances between formal and informal referral networks. Ultimately, we offer practical advice for cultivating meaningful connections and robust support networks to navigate the challenges of the industry.

    Main topics:

    • Why network

    • Know your (and their) reasons

    • Share freely

    • Follow-up is critical


    Main takeaway: Building a network of fellow pet sitters is not just about referrals; it's about finding camaraderie and support in a sometimes lonely industry.

    Links:

    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

    Pet Sitters Associates
    Visit: https://www.petsitllc.com
    Code: Confessional
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    19 mins
  • 487: Keeping it Simple with Scott Black

    487: Keeping it Simple with Scott Black
    May 1 2024

    How do you keep things simple in your business? Scott Black, owner of Personal Touch Pet Sitting, discusses the importance of personalized communication, screening clients thoroughly, and managing risks in the industry. He also emphasizes the significance of continuing education and balancing growing a pet sitting business while prioritizing quality and safety. Scott shares his thoughts on liability and risk management, setting boundaries, and managing client relationships.

    Main topics:

    • Networking

    • Managing your risk

    • Quality over quantity

    • Importance of relationships

    Main takeaway: Be careful of creating a demand you cannot, or do not want to, supply.

    About our guest:

    Top dog, jack of all trades and founder/owner of Personal Touch Pet Sitting, Kingwood, TX since 2005. CPPS through PSI. Top 5 finalist for PSI’s Pet Sitter of the year 2097 and 2009. Honored to have been named the 2010 Pet Sitter of the Year.

    I am a co-pet parent to 4 dogs and 3 cats, all rescues. I represent the professional pet care industry by taking part in town events, as well as maintains professional relationships with the veterinarians and other pet businesses in my community.

    (The picture is the day I met Chato. He is our blind and deaf dog. We fostered him for almost a year before we adopted him.) This is one of my favorite pictures. Some how the two of us bonded that day. He couldn’t see or hear me. It was love at first smell I guess.)

    Links:

    Previously on Episode 315: https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/315

    https://www.petsit.com/pet-sitter-kingwood-tx-personal-touch-pet-sitting-inc

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-black-76ab301b/

    281-441-PETS

    Email: ptps@comcast.net

    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

    Peaceful Pet Music - Calm Music for Pets

    🎶💜 From peaceful melodies to soothing nature sounds, this channel is your go-to spot when your pet is anxious and you don’t know where to turn.💜🐾

    Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/@peacefulpetmusic
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