
GROW YOUR PET SITTING BUSINESS
Everything you need to market your pet sitting business and be the sitter your dream clients find first
Not sure where to start marketing your pet sitting business? You're in the right spot. This page walks you through exactly what helps pet sitters look professional, get found, and book more clients. We'll share our free guides, favorite tools, most popular content, and support to help your pet care business get found and book more of the clients you love.
HEY, PET SITTER
Here's what we know about growing a pet sitting business
Trust is what you sell
You're holding someone's house key and their pet while they're away. Pet sitting is one of the most trust-based industries in the world. That means your marketing's and website's #1 job is to make a stranger feel safe saying yes.
Differentiation is key
There are so many pet sitters out there saying the same words: "We're certified and we care about pets!" That's no longer good enough for pet parents or Google and AI search bots. You've got to know and speak to your people everywhere online.
Understand the 80/20 rule
A small group of loyal pet sitting clients usually brings in most of your revenue. Marketing that attracts the right pet parents (not just everyone in your area) is what helps build a steady, booked-out pet sitting business.
You don't have to do it all!
Being a business owner requires wearing many hats. Your brand, website, and messaging should do the heavy lifting to attract and convert your most ideal clients, onboarding them while you're away from your desk or on a pet sitting visit!
YOUR PET SITTING ROADMAP
Here's what you need to grow your pet sitting business and make it more visible online
The pet industry is filling up with AI-built copy and websites that all look and sound the same (which can negatively affect AI visibility and search rankings). Each step comes with a couple of options to get started growing your business' online presence while you're away from your desk or out on a pet sitting visit.
Your brand is the first thing a pet parent judges, often before they read a word. A consistent, professional look tells them you're a real business they can trust with their pet, and it's what lets you charge what you're worth. It gives your business a vibe and personality that connects on a deeper level with the people you want to be working with.
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Rover and Instagram are rented space. And, all marketing will lead back to your website. It's the place you own where you can speak directly to your ideal clients and get them booked while you're away from your desk! A strategic pet sitting website answers questions before they're asked and makes booking a meet & greet easy.
A beautiful website doesn't matter if no one sees it. Pet owners are searching "best pet sitter in [your town] for x scenario" or asking AI engines who to trust for their particular needs. That means you need the proper SEO foundations along with strategic words on your website so you can show up for the right people in Google and AI search (without paying for ads).
PET SITTER TOOLS WE LOVE
The software, tools, and services pet sitters rely on
After 10+ years in the pet care industry, these are the tools we see our clients love and rely on! Plus, get a PMU exclusive discount on some of them by clicking the tools page below.
BOOKING SOFTWARE
Time To Pet is a wonderful pet care booking software, and we have a partnership offer to get you 50% off your first three months!
BOOKING SOFTWARE
PetPocketbook is an all-in-one platform for pet sitters and dog walkers. Get an exclusive 60-day free trial when you mention PMU.
INSURANCE
Business Insurers of the Carolinas specializes in insuring pet care professionals in the USA since 1992.
CRM & AUTOMATION
Critter is a CRM and marketing automation software for pet care pros. Get 20% off your first 3 months with code PMU20.
BOOKKEEPING
The numbers behind your pet biz should help you thrive, not stress you out. Tiny Paws can help!
COACHING
Michelle brings extensive experience and coaching strategy to help pet care companies grow & scale.
Doug Keeling
HIRING
Doug's Pawsitive Hiring Course is my #1 rec for pet sitters looking to hire! Plus, get 10% off through PMU.
EMAIL MARKETING
Flodesk is a beautifully designed email marketing software great for pet sitter newsletters. Get 50% off through PMU.

PET SITTER FAQ
Questions pet sitters ask us most
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