The Dog Sitter's House

The Dog Sitter's House

The FIRST home-based dog sitting business podcast that shows you HOW to think, act and BE the Top Dog CEO from the inside out while applying fundamental principles of the universe to proven business strategies, processes, dog management and marketing techniques so that you ACTUALLY create a business that supports YOUR ideal lifestyle. A dog business you love because it is emotionally, physically, mentally AND financially sustainable for the long-haul.

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May 12, 2026 31 mins

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If you’re a pet sitter, dog walker, home dog boarder, or daycare owner who started your pet business dreaming of freedom… b...

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Are you getting anxious after meet and greets wondering if the client is going to book with you? Do you find yourself checking your phone, second guessing everything you said, or feeling tempted to lower your prices just to secure the booking?

In this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, I break down how pet sitters, dog walkers, and home dog boarding/daycare owners can emotionally detach from the outcome of meet and...

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Are you a pet sitter, dog walker, or home dog boarding/daycare owner who feels overworked, underpaid, and stuck in a constant cycle of burnout?

In this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, I’m breaking down exactly how I built a 6-figure pet business working less than 30 hours a week—without constantly chasing new clients or relying on heavy marketing.

This isn’t fluff. These are the real strategies that hel...

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If you’ve ever caught yourself wondering whether it’s time to quit your pet business… this episode is for you.

Running a pet sitting, dog boarding, or daycare business isn’t always puppy kisses and cuddles. It can look more like exhaustion, no days off, constant messes, demanding clients, and feeling like you’ve created a job you can’t escape from. If you’ve felt burnt out, overwhelmed, or even guilty for resenting parts o...

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Running a pet business comes with huge rewards but skipping a few legal steps could put you at risk of fines, lawsuits, or insurance nightmares. In this video, we sit down with an animal law expert to break down everything a dog walker, pet sitter, or home-based pet boarding business owner needs to know to stay protected and legally compliant.

From business licenses and permits to insurance coverage, contracts, and liabili...

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If you’ve been refreshing your inbox… checking your phone every five minutes… lowering your prices just to secure a booking… this episode is going to hit home.

In this powerful conversation, we’re diving into the real reason you may be undervaluing yourself in your pet business — especially when money feels tight. Because here’s the truth: desperation has an energy. And whether you realize it or not, your clients can feel it.

This is...

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Have you ever walked away from a meet & greet thinking, “That went fine… so why didn’t they book with me?” or delivered a message to a client that somehow came out wrong — even though your intentions were good?

In this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, April Hampton reveals a hidden factor that quietly determines whether pet parents trust you, choose you, and refer you…

👉 It’s not your prices.
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If you’re a pet sitter or dog walker who keeps telling yourself “this is the year things will finally be different”—but somehow ends up just as exhausted, overbooked, and underpaid… this episode may be the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.

Every year, pet business owners search for the next strategy: better pricing, better marketing, better systems, better hires. And while those things matter, they often don’t create lasting ...

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As pet care professionals, we are some of the most giving, big-hearted people out there — and that’s exactly why burnout is so common in this industry.
In this short but powerful episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, I’m having an honest conversation about something we rarely slow down long enough to talk about: why pet sitters and dog walkers destroy themselves for their business — especially during the holidays.
If y...

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If you’re a pet sitter or dog walker who’s tired of working nonstop, living in reaction mode, or feeling like every year blends into the next… this episode is your wake-up call.

We’re only weeks away from the new year, and most pet business owners will roll straight through the holidays, crash into January, and suddenly realize they’re running the exact same business they swore they’d change. The busyness, the burnout, the...

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 Pet sitters… the holiday season is coming in HOT!
And if you’re already feeling the pressure of last-minute clients, chaotic schedules, or the fear
of burning out (again), this episode is your lifeline.
In today’s episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, we’re diving into the four biggest shifts
that help pet sitters and dog walkers bypass the stress, chaos, and overwhelm of the holiday
rush — plus a bonus ti...

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Are you unknowingly holding your pet business back?


 In today’s episode, we’re uncovering the 3 silent ways pet sitters, dog walkers, and pet boarders sabotage their success—without even realizing it. If you’ve been feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in the same exhausting cycle month after month, this episode is your wake-up call.

Most pet business owners think their problems come from external issues—clie...

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Transforming a Pet Business for Freedom & Stability | The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast

On this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, I sit down with Katie Leach of Pet Pals of Cedar Crest to talk about a bold business shift that’s all about freedom, stability, and making time for what really matters.

Katie, a former corporate programmer turned entrepreneur, has built a thriving pet care business in Dallas, Georgia. After start...

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In this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, we’re diving deep into the woo to explore how to receive intuitive messages and downloads from the universe — and use them to confidently guide and grow your pet sitting, dog walking, or boarding business.

Whether you’ve ever felt a “gut knowing,” noticed repeating signs, or experienced strong hunches about your business decisions — this episode will help you understand exactly what...

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🐾 Awaken Your Intuition to Grow Your Pet Business | The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast

Ever wish you could wave a magic wand and instantly fix all your pet business challenges? 🪄

In this week’s episode, I go full-on woo woo to reveal how to tap into your higher self and awaken your intuition—so you can finally get the clarity, direction, and peace you’ve been craving in your pet sitting or dog walking business.

You’ll dis...

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Feeling like your pet sitting or dog walking business is running you instead of the other way around? 🐾 You’re not alone. In today’s episode, l share my 4-part process to beat burnout, find balance, and fall back in love with your business — without working more hours.

If you’ve ever thought about giving up because you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or feel like your business is one crisis away from collapse, this episode will help you...

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Should you charge for meet and greets as a pet sitter, dog walker, or daycare owner? 🚨 In this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, I break down why charging for meet & greets might actually be costing you more money (and better clients) than it’s making you.

Here’s the truth: your meet & greet isn’t just “another appointment”—it’s your chance to shine, build trust, and prove why you’re worth premium pricing. When you...

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Ready to stop hustling for clients and finally attract the RIGHT ones into your pet sitting, dog walking, or boarding business? In this episode of The Dog Sitter’s House Podcast, I’m breaking down my Magnetic Marketing Blueprint—the same system I use to stand out in a crowded market and consistently book premium clients (without relying on ads or being glued to Facebook groups).

You’ll learn the 3 pillars that make marketing simple,...

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In this episode of the Dog Sitter House podcast, I tackle one of the most frequently asked questions by pet sitters and dog walkers, which is how to take time off without impacting income. I discuss the common struggle of burnout in the industry and why simply blocking off a weekend each month is insufficient for true relaxation and recovery. Instead, the solution lies in implementing a recurring revenue system tailored for dog wal...

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In this insightful discussion, I talk with Dr. Reana about the common challenges faced by pet sitters, dog boarders and dog walkers, ranging from the fear of saying no to clients, setting boundaries, to charging what they're worth. We dive deep into the neuroscience behind these behaviors and provide actionable strategies to help pet business owners break free from limiting beliefs. 


Discover how understanding your relatio...

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