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Pet Care: Expectations vs. Reality

Pet care professionals—whether a pet sitter, dog groomer, boarder, or pet walker—love their job. Being with their furry clients brings joy and satisfaction. If you’re just starting out as a pet care professional, there are probably a few expectations that you have. Today we want to talk about those expectations

The Ultimate Guide to Pet Care Insurance

If you’re in the pet care industry, you most likely have a love for animals and taking care of them. There are so many professions to choose from—pet groomers, dog walkers, pet sitters, pet boarders, and more. Being your own boss and owning a pet care business is great for

PCI Partner Spotlight: Time To Pet

At Pet Care Insurance, we like to find great tools for you to use in your business, and today we want to highlight Time To Pet—a modern pet sitting software. Time To Pet was made with you, the pet care professional, in mind. There are several uses and benefits of

What Should You Include in a Pet Care Contract

Pet care agreement contracts are essential for each pet care business. Pet care contracts areconvenient because you can have the client and pet information all in one place and is a great wayto set expectations and reduce risks during your appointments. It’s also beneficial for you sothat you don’t forget

Advertising Your Pet Care Business

Advertising is essential for any business. It’s a great way to gain new customers and create brand awareness. However, you can’t just make an ad and throw it out there on the Internet. Creating advertisements requires some research and strategy so that you can get a solid return on your

How to Create a Website for Your Pet Business

Having a website gives you the opportunity to pitch to customers, show them your work, and store your business and contact information all in one place. Maintaining a website shows that you’re professional and it also gives your customers an idea of what they can expect from your pet services.

Social Media Best Practices for Pet Care Professionals

Social media can help your pet care business in various ways—it provides additional visibility, credibility, and resources for your business. Expanding your business’ social media presence will pay off in the long run, and show your customers that you’ve taken time to really invest in your business. Social media helps

How to Register Your Pet Care Business

Congrats! You are taking the first steps towards starting your own business, which can be overwhelming to begin. We are excited to help answer some basic questions in the start up for your pet care business! Why Do I Register My Business? The short answer is you register your business

Common Insurance Claims for Pet Sitters

Pet sitters enjoy spending time and having fun with their furry friends, but also want them to be safe. Whether you’re at the dog park with your pet or just at home, there’s always potential risk. Like any other business owner, pet sitters should make sure that they have an

6 Easy Steps to Start Your Pet Care Business

You’re a lover of furry friends. You love spending time with animals. You decide you want to start your own pet care business. But where do you begin? We’re here to help you know how to start your own business with six simple steps. Step 1: Decide Your Expertise So

Comparing Employee Dishonesty Coverage & Bonding

PCI’s employee dishonesty coverage is similar to a bond, but there may be some key differences to consider.

Employee dishonesty coverage:

  • Can be purchased in the same transaction
  • Doesn’t run credit checks
  • Provides $10,000 per occurrence and $25,000 aggregate coverage

Bonds may differ from our dishonesty coverage by:

  • Checking your credit during the application process
  • Having a “Conviction Claus;” Often bonds won’t pay on claims unless there is a conviction
  • Many require you to reimbursement the bonding company after a claim is paid