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Discover the peace of mind a professional will provide to you and your pets.

What are the differences between a Professional and Hobby or Gig pet sitters?

We recognize that the pet care industry has not yet fully defined or standardized what it means to become a professional pet sitter. Any person can get online or speak to their neighbors and claim they are a "pet sitter." It's up to us to help educate the public and for consumers to do their research (or find out the hard way).

We don't want you to find out the hard way, and if you did--we're very sorry that happened to you. Let us provide you with a little clarity.

Professional Pet Sitters

Have a business registered through their state. (LLC or dba) (FL go to Sunbiz.org)
Have a Google Business Profile
Carry Liability Insurance with "Care, Custody and Control" included, specifically for pet care.
Provide a detailed agreement outlining their responsibilities and yours, such as cancellation and emergency policies.
Have certifications which may include: C.P.P.S., Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitter's International. Pet CPR & First Aid, Fear Free Certifications, or other equivalent pet care courses.
Pay for memberships to one or more industry associations for ongoing education. ie: Pet Sitters International (PSI), National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS)
Provide updates at every visit, including proof of the care your pets are receiving, through pictures, GPS tracking and other methods.
*Bonus: they use pet sitting software.

Hobby or Gig App Pet Sitters

Do not have a recognized business entity
Do not carry insurance or none in addition to the inadequate insurance provided by gig apps. (please do your research on this)
Do not have Google reviews to solidify their reputation or hold them accountable
Use social media as their only source for reviews & means of contact -- which can be removed or deleted at any time.
Do not provide a detailed contract, if at all.
Do not have an emergency plan in place.
Are not certified in the industry standards of pet care
May provide pictures, but every so often or not at all.
May send another person to do the job or just not show up.

If I had a dollar for every new client that has told me of a disappointing or completely awful experience they had with a non-professional -- I'd be rich.

We don't want this to be you and especially not your pets and this a big part of what fuels our passion to provide loving, professional pet care at Ocala Pet Sitting.

Check out our reviews and you'll see the relief from others who have been there, too.

Why hire a professional pet sitter?

Here's more about what professional pet sitters provide and how we can relieve your stress.

Your pets and your schedule are our #1 priority. This isn’t a hobby or a favor, and we won’t cancel on you at the last minute.
Because we have the experience and education in animal behavior, we are skilled at noticing the little things that can affect your pet's wellness and your home’s safety.
A professional pet sitter is insured and bonded, giving you peace of mind that if your pet or home has an emergency, it can be taken care of.
Professional Pet Sitters have a reputation to uphold in the community and you can trust their reputation through their Google Business Listing.
Pet sitters come to your house to care for all your pets AND your home-- we will notice when there's water leaking or a busted pipe somewhere.

Professional Pet Sitters provide you with a dedicated schedule and timeframe that's reserved for just for your pet.
Professional Pet Sitters develop relationships with local veterinarians and can become part of your pet's care team.
Professional Pet Sitters spend the time getting to know each of your pet's individual personalities and needs and work with you to update their care with each trip you take.
Professional Pet Sitters welcome cameras to check in on the care we're providing. We know we are doing the right thing, feel free to check on us.

You can see how professional pet sitting allows owners like you to confidently leave their pets at home, knowing that they will receive the love and care they so rightly deserve.