by Pet Pros | Nov 19, 2025 | Pet Facts
The Association of Pet Professionals is your go-to community for pet sitters who want to learn, grow, connect, and occasionally laugh at the bizarre-yet-beloved realities of this industry (yes, we all have a story about a dog who ate something...
by Pet Pros | Sep 10, 2025 | Pet Facts
Did you know that dogs and cats can SMELL our stress? When humans feel anxious, our bodies shift into “fight or flight” mode. Hormones like cortisol surge, our breathing changes, and even the smell of our sweat transforms. While these changes are subtle—if not...
by Pet Pros | Feb 13, 2025 | Pet Facts
As pet owners and pet sitters, we all want to feel that special bond with our dogs. But sometimes, it’s not always clear how much they truly care for us—until we start noticing the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways they show affection. Dogs might...
by Pet Pros | Nov 9, 2024 | Pet Facts, Pet Sitter Best Practices
November is National Senior Pet Month. In honor of senior dogs and the special attention they so richly deserve, this blog is dedicated to our furry elders. Senior dogs are often surrendered to shelters due to owner lifestyle changes. If a guardian has not been...
by Pet Pros | Aug 23, 2024 | Pet Facts, Pet Sitter Best Practices
Training a dog is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a pet owner or pet sitter. A well-trained dog is not only happier and safer but also easier to care for. Whether you’re starting with a new puppy, helping a rescue dog adjust, or just brushing up...
by Pet Pros | Mar 26, 2024 | Pet Care Tips, Pet Facts, Pet Sitter Best Practices
This article shares insight to choosing the right bone for dogs. As a professional pet sitter, it’s important to remember when caring for multiple dogs in a household, to feed bones and chews in locked crates with significant distance between them – or in completely...
