- PSI members are part of the world’s largest educational association for professional pet sitters.
- PSI members are asked to follow the Recommended Quality Standards for Excellence in Pet Sitting. These standards include:
- Securing bonding and insurance
- Providing personal references
- Conducting initial interview to meet pet/owner
- Supplying printed services and fees information
- Furnishing a written service contract
- Asking questions about pets/homes in their care
- Displaying competence in dealing with animals
- Upholding professional business conduct
- Observing regular office hours
- Responding promptly to questions/complaints
- Keeping a veterinarian on-call
- Planning for bad weather or other emergencies
- Insisting on honesty and obeying all laws
- Keeping current with pet safety and animal welfare
- Pursuing training to improve knowledge and skills
