News & Press https://petsitters.org/news/default.asp Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:35:06 GMT Thu, 2 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT Copyright © 2026 National Association of Professional Pet Sitters NAPPS 2026 Business of the Year https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=717894 https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=717894 Congratulations to the NAPPS 2026 Business of the Year Award Recipient

 

Kristin Holzapfel, Pampered Pupperinos & Pals, LLC of Omaha, Nebraska has been named the NAPPS 2026 Business of the Year. 

Read Kristin's full story here. 

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT Consumer Handbook https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=730497 https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=730497 Consumer Handbook: Pet Sitting & Boarding Tips
KRCU Public Radio | By Raechel Cantoni
Published July 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM CDT

 

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]]> Thu, 2 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT On Your Side: Better Business Bureau offers tips for choosing pet sitters, boarding facilities https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=729226 https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=729226 On Your Side: Better Business Bureau offers tips for choosing pet sitters, board facilities 

By KY3 Staff
Published: Jun. 11, 2026 at 5:05 PM EDT

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Better Business Bureau is offering tips for travelers looking for a trustworthy pet sitter or boarding facility this summer.

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]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:55:00 GMT Parade Pets https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=716591 https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=716591 Rescue Cat Staying With Grandma Meows a Perfectly Timed ‘No’ When Mom Comes To Pick Her Up
 
 
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]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:42:00 GMT Pet Parents Trust the Pros: Benefits of Professional Pet Sitters https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=716586 https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=716586 We’re so honored to be partnering with Mediaplanet on their recently published Pet Wellness
campaign, out today! With pets present in over 70% of American homes, pet wellbeing goes far
beyond longevity – it’s about making every moment count. Help us celebrate supporting happier, healthier pets by picking up a copy of the campaign in today’s print edition of USA TODAY, and read online here: https://www.modernwellnessguide.com/campaign/pet-wellness/

https://www.modernwellnessguide.com/pet-wellness/pet-parents-trust-the-pros-benefits-of-professional-pet-sitters/

]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:05:00 GMT The Secret Life of Pet Sitters https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=715178 https://petsitters.org/news/news.asp?id=715178 The Secret Life of Pet Sitters

The life of a pet sitter is more than just a series of cuddles and playtime with furry friends. Behind the scenes, pet sitting is a real profession requiring responsibility, compassion, and the flexibility to adapt to different animal personalities and homes. Pet sitters have become a go-to solution for owners who travel frequently or work long hours, wanting their pets to be safe, comfortable, and cared for in familiar surroundings. Let’s explore the secret life of pet sitters: how people enter the field, the daily duties, and the realities of its pros and cons.

 
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