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Pet Sitter Confessional

Pet Sitter Confessional, LLC
Pet Sitting
Pet Care Industry
Pet Care
Burnout
Pet Care Business
Dog Walking
Client Relationships
Work-Life Balance
Pet Sitting Industry
Client Communication
Mental Health
Business Growth
Time Management
Community Engagement
Self-Care
Marketing
Communication
Pet Sitter's Associates
Pet Sitting Business
Leadership Styles

Pet Sitter Confessional is the go-to podcast for pet sitters who want to grow, learn, and feel seen. Having run a pet sitting and dog walking business since 2012, Meghan and Collin share the real, behind-the-scenes life of professional pet sitting—from funny mishaps and tough lessons to business insights and personal stories. Each week, they also interview fellow sitters and industry pros to explo... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes723Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

What does it take to rebuild a pet care business without losing sight of why it matters? Collin talks with Dave Peterson of Bethesda Dog Walkers about buying into a family business, rebranding, changing operations, and learning to lead through uncomf... more

What if the biggest reason clients and employees stay has nothing to do with pricing, pay, or perks? In this episode, we explore how understanding why each visit matters transforms ordinary pet care into meaningful service. We discuss the difference ... more

What happens when your business changes faster than your brand does? Collin talks with Rebecca Thompson of Skyline Dog Walkers about rebranding, shifting toward dog walking, and learning how to communicate what makes a business different. Rebecca sha... more

What if the biggest influence on your business isn't your marketing, your policies, or even your employees, but you? In this episode, we explore how every business gradually becomes a reflection of its owner's values, standards, and daily actions. We... more

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Recent Guests

Whitney Guison
President of the Nixa Chamber of Commerce
Nixa Chamber of Commerce
Episode: 719: Hard Conversations Build Better Businesses with Whitney Guison
Janelle Vargas
Founder of Wilma's Wags, a nonprofit providing pet food and pet care assistance to families affected by cancer
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Episode: 717: Building a Nonprofit From Grief, Love, and Service with Janelle Vargas
Angela Reinbacher
Presenter of a Facebook/Meta ads course for pet-care businesses
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Episode: 716: Before You Spend Another Dollar on Marketing, Calculate This!
Meagan Cervini
Owner of Meagan's Paw Squad, dog walking and pet sitting in Canada
Meagan's Paw Squad
Episode: 715: Starting Over and Growing Stronger with Meagan Cervini
Adam Foster
New CEO of Pet Sitters International
Pet Sitters International
Episode: 713: Leadership, Legacy, and the Next Chapter of PSI with Adam & Rachel Foster
Rachel Foster
New CEO of Pet Sitters International
Pet Sitters International
Episode: 713: Leadership, Legacy, and the Next Chapter of PSI with Adam & Rachel Foster
Susan Aceti
Owner of Challenging Dogs Pet Care
Challenging Dogs Pet Care
Episode: 711: Building Trust with Dogs Who Need Space with Susan Aceti
Brian Hurtak
Executive and author of The Play Sheet
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Episode: 707: The Playbook for Better Decisions in Busy Seasons with Brian Hurtak
Chante Dawston
CPA, founder of C Squared Accounting
C Squared Accounting
Episode: 705: The Numbers You're Ignoring (and Why They Matter) with Chante Dawston

Hosts

Collin
Host of the show; co‑host focusing on pet-care business growth and industry insights
Meghan
Co‑host and lead interviewer; focuses on community, guest alignment, and practical business strategies

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 185 ratings
  • Best Pet Biz Podcast

    I love listening to these episodes while I’m on dog walks and when I need some motivation in my business. The episodes are fun and full of helpful information, ideas, and sometimes super relatable stories. Thank you for your time in making these for all of us in the pet world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    turksandchaos
    United Statesa year ago
  • Participant in Bullying

    Meghan and Collin are not leaders in the pet sitting industry. Instead they encourage horrible business practices including nickeling and diming clients. They have a Facebook group called “sitter confessionals”. Someone posted that they did a meet and greet and sent an invoice to the client, which was not paid. The client decided to go a different route and canceled the request. The sitter reached out to the group. Several people commented to charge for meet and greets. I made my own comment in ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    musicmovielover14
    United States2 years ago
  • This is great

    I’ve been a pet sitter for at least ten years so I love to hear other sitter’s stories and tips on sitting. This podcast gave me some great ideas on how to improve and cope

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fala p
    United States3 years ago
  • Best Podcast for Pet Pros

    I LOVE this podcast and 100% think it’s the best Pet Pro Podcast out there! The hosts are humble, relatable and informative. Their guests are entertaining and I always learn something. Thank you Meghan & Collin for everything you do!!! Please keep up the amazing work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jan Archer
    United States3 years ago
  • Keep these episodes coming!

    Helpful information. Great questions to wonderful thoughtful guests. Nice work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Profitable Pet Sitter
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, actionable advice and the sense of community.
A lot of listeners value the mix of personal journeys and business strategy.
Some critiques note promotional segments; overall, the content is regarded as a strong resource for pet pros.
Guests are consistently high‑quality and bring real-world experience to scaling pet-care businesses.

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719: Hard Conversations Build Better Businesses with Whitney Guison
Q: Are there any misconceptions about joining a chamber of commerce, and how do you walk people through the decision to join?
Whitney explains she doesn't push membership but outlines the programming, benefits, and access; the decision should be based on whether the chamber offers the resources and relationships a business needs, rather than a guaranteed number of leads.
717: Building a Nonprofit From Grief, Love, and Service with Janelle Vargas
Q: What are the practical steps taken to establish the nonprofit?
She describes leveraging prior pet-business experience, obtaining 501(c)(3) status with the help of a tax accountant, partnering with pet stores and services for donations, and creating a simple, clear mission focused on dog walking, pet sitting, and pet food assistance.
717: Building a Nonprofit From Grief, Love, and Service with Janelle Vargas
Q: How did Wilma's Wags start and what was the motivation behind it?
Janelle explains that Wilma's Wags began from her personal experience as a caregiver for her mom who had cancer, recognizing a need for the whole family to access support beyond just medical treatment, and she built a nonprofit to provide pet food and care assistance to families facing cancer.
709: Are You Prepared for the Emotional Weight of Pet Care with Jen Latter
Q: How do you build trust with clients and demonstrate what you do for their pets?
Trust is built through consistent one-on-one care, visible qualifications, testimonials, and openly sharing care routines and Reiki demonstrations.
709: Are You Prepared for the Emotional Weight of Pet Care with Jen Latter
Q: What role does flexibility play in your services and how do you manage client expectations about scope?
Jen offers tailored packages and communicates what is included, often steering clients toward services that match their pet's needs, while avoiding scope creep.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Sitter Confessional

What is Pet Sitter Confessional about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, founder‑focused show for pet-care entrepreneurs that centers on niching, scaling, and operating a professional service business. Across episodes, listeners hear real-world strategies on cat- and dog-care specialization, onboarding and leadership, high‑touch client care, and building a trusted network with veterinarians and industry associations. Noteworthy throughlines include pricing updates tied to value, documentation and systems for growth, remote culture and retention, and leveraging partnerships to professionalize small teams. The format often blends personal journey stories with actionable frameworks, templates, and sponsor resources, offering insights for both new entrants and seasoned operators aiming to scale while ma... more

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1. DogCo Secrets
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3. Bella In Your Business: Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Podcast
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1. Whitney Guison
2. Janelle Vargas
3. Angela Reinbacher
4. Meagan Cervini
5. Adam Foster
6. Rachel Foster
7. Susan Aceti
8. Brian Hurtak

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