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    • Preparation: How to become a pet care provider

      Before you can start looking after a family’s pet, you need to know what you’re getting into. That means brushing up on best practices in pet care, as well as knowing how to get the word out about your services.

    • 11 steps to starting your own pet care business

      11 steps to starting your own pet care business

      Starting your own pet care business can be daunting, but it can also be very rewarding. Follow these 11 steps...

    • Want to become a dog walker? Follow these steps on how to do it

      Want to become a dog walker? Follow these steps on how to do it

      Whether you're just starting out, or are looking to expand your existing business, here are some top tips for how...

    • Pet care certifications

      Pet care certifications

      Pet care certification programmes offer the opportunity to refine your skills and demonstrate proficiency in your field. The following organisations...

    • On the job: Be the best pet care provider you can be

      Now that you’ve got the job, it’s time to shine! Keep following those best practices, brush up on your certifications and look into ways that will continue to boost your reputation in the area.

    • Get trained in pet CPR and first aid

      Get trained in pet CPR and first aid

      Whether you're a pet owner or a pet caregiver, it's important to have some basic pet CPR and first-aid training...

    • Pet sitting insurance: benefits, policies and costs

      Pet sitting insurance: benefits, policies and costs

      Here are a few ideas of what pet sitting insurance may include and other key things to consider when selecting...

    • Seven things dog walkers should never do

      Seven things dog walkers should never do

      To make sure you get hired as a dog walker—and keep getting hired again and again—follow these tips for staying...