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How to Get the Most Out of Booking a Pawshake Pet Sitter

A paw-shake!
Jessica

Booking a pet sitter through Pawshake is like finding your pet's new best friend. While meeting someone new online can feel unfamiliar, with some planning and clear communication, it can be a great experience for everyone—especially your furry friend!

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How to Get the Most Out of Booking a Pawshake Pet Sitter

This is how you become a top pet sitter in 2025

Een vrouw aait een zwart-witte kat
Jessica

Want to petsit more often, get better bookings, and have more fun while doing them? Keep growing as a sitter, and you'll attract more, better, and higher-paying bookings. Here are our top tips for a thriving petsitting business in 2025!

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This is how you become a top pet sitter in 2025

How to Choose the right Pet Sitter for Dog Boarding

A dog meets new friends
Jessica

Planning a holiday is exciting, but ensuring your dog is well cared for while you're away is just as important. Finding the right pet sitter for dog boarding gives your furry friend a safe and comfy home. Here’s how to find the best sitter for your dog while you're away.

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How to Choose the right Pet Sitter for Dog Boarding

Is my Dog Suitable for Home Boarding?

A dog on the couch
Jessica

Home dog boarding can be a wonderful experience for many dogs, offering a comfortable home environment and personalised care. But is your dog suited to staying in a sitter’s home? Here’s how to determine if home boarding is the right choice and what steps you can take to prepare your pet for a successful stay.

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Is my Dog Suitable for Home Boarding?

Pimp Your Pet Sitting Profile

A black cat with a laptop
Jessica

With Winter almost over and Summer plans already underway, now’s the perfect time to prepare your pet-sitting profile for the upcoming season. Pet owners are already searching for reliable and trustworthy sitters, and you want your profile to be the one they choose. Here’s how to make sure your profile stands out and attracts more bookings.

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Pimp Your Pet Sitting Profile

Skip the Meet & Greet? Sure, If You Love Stress – Stay Smart, Stay Safe!

A confused dog
Jessica

As a pet sitter, your top priority is providing excellent care while protecting yourself, the pet, and the client. A meet and greet is not just an extra step. It is important for reducing risks and ensuring online safety. It helps create a smooth experience and activates the protections from Pawshake, including the Pawshake Guarantee.

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Skip the Meet & Greet? Sure, If You Love Stress – Stay Smart, Stay Safe!

What Information should I give to my Pet Sitter?

A dog on a foot rest
Jessica

Booking a new pet sitter for the first time is both an exciting and nerve wracking event. This guide will help your prepare for a first time booking , taking the time to ensure you are both on the same page and have a stress-free time.

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What Information should I give to my Pet Sitter?

Pickup and Drop-Off for Pet Sitters: Best Practice

Dog in Car Window
Jessica

With the rollout of Add-On Services, you may have decided to offer a pick-up and/or drop-off service for your clients. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you manage pet transport safely.

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Pickup and Drop-Off for Pet Sitters: Best Practice

Pet duos: animals that need a buddy

Doggy Pals
Jessica

Are you thinking about a second pet to give your furry friend some more social support? This blog will help you decide if your pet is right for an animal companion.

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Pet duos: animals that need a buddy

How to Wash a Guest Dog

A muddy dog
Jessica

Has your guest rolled in something unsavoury? Have they had time off-leads at the beach and brought the smell home with them?  Here's a handy guide to help you get your furry guest clean and comfortable.

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How to Wash a Guest Dog

Meeting A New Dog: Etiquette guide for Sitters

A happy dog
Jessica

When meeting a new dog, it's important to know how to introduce yourself. This applies whether you're meeting a client's dog at a Meet & Greet, or making a new furry friend on the street.

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Meeting A New Dog: Etiquette guide for Sitters

5 Creative and Budget-Friendly DIY Dog Toys

Dog with rope toy
Jessica

Handmade dog toys are a fantastic way to save some bucks. We'll walk you through making homemade toys step by step - trust us; it's a breeze!

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5 Creative and Budget-Friendly DIY Dog Toys

King Charles Cavalier | Dog Breed Information

King Charles Cavalier
Jessica

The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel is a charming and lovable toy breed that has captured the hearts of dog enthusiasts worldwide. Find out more here.

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King Charles Cavalier | Dog Breed Information

Dalmatian | Dog Breed Information

Dalmatian Dog Breed
Jessica

The Dalmatian is an iconic, distinct dog breed. Find out more about this famous dog breed and how you can give your Dalmatian a happy home.

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Dalmatian | Dog Breed Information

Kids and Pets

child and dog
Jessica

Pet ownership can be more than just fun – it can teach children lessons about responsibility, empathy and friendship. 

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Kids and Pets

5 Tips For Meeting A New Cat

Ginger cat
Jessica

Whether you’re meeting a kitty client or introducing a new cat to your household, these five tips will help you to ‘speak in cat’ and make the best first impressions on any feline.

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5 Tips For Meeting A New Cat

How to walk multiple dogs

Walking multiple dogs
Jessica

If you are an active pet sitter or dog walker in your neighbourhood, you may sometimes want to walk several dogs at the same time. Here's how to do it safely.

 

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How to walk multiple dogs

7 Reasons Why Dogs Make Us Happy

Jessica
Did you know that being a dog owner can make you happy and healthy? And becoming a pet sitter is another great way to get a daily dose of doggy happiness!
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7 Reasons Why Dogs Make Us Happy

How to do a great house sitting job

Jessica
Discover how to do a five-star house-sitting job in order to get more bookings and grow your house-sitting business.
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How to do a great house sitting job

Dog walking job guide for beginners

Jessica
Learn tips and tricks on nailing your first dog walking job, as well as learning how to apply to be a professional dog walker!
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Dog walking job guide for beginners

10 Questions To Ask A Pet Owner

Jessica
When you're a pet sitter meeting a new client, there are a few things you need to know. Asking the right questions will ensure a smooth pet-sitting experience for the pet owner, the pet, and you! Here's how.
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10 Questions To Ask A Pet Owner

Meet and Greet - a How-To Guide

Jessica
Pet owners, don't be daunted if you've never made a booking with a pet sitter. This meet-and-greet guide will make sure you don't miss anything in the process!
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Meet and Greet - a How-To Guide

How to prepare for the first vet visit

Jessica
The key to reducing stress at the vet is to start early in your pet's life. Here are some tips on preparing for your pet's first vet visit, which will make all later trips calmer too!
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How to prepare for the first vet visit

Preparing Your Home For A Pet Sitter

Jessica
Preparing your home for a pet sitter takes a little planning. But it's so worth it for a smooth process! Here's what you need to know.
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Preparing Your Home For A Pet Sitter

Rabbits | 7 fascinating facts

Jessica
Rabbits are actually fascinating critters. There is plenty about them you might not know! Learn more with our 7 fun facts about rabbits.
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Rabbits | 7 fascinating facts