Certifications
Member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters
NAPPS is a member association for full- and part-time pet sitters. NAPPS is the only national nonprofit U.S. trade association for individuals with pet sitting businesses. It is operated for and by its members. Other national pet sitting organizations are for-profit. NAPPS also provides many tools and resources to its members at no additional cost.
Animal Behavior College Dog Obedience Trainer
This is a comprehensive program consisting of home study and working hands-on with a mentor trainer. There are 11 components and your final is a written exam and the evaluations of your training techniques from your mentor trainer.
NAPPS Certified Pet Sitter
The certification program is a broad-ranged and in-depth course in pet care, health, nutrition and behavior, as well as, business development and management, and a complete pet first aid course.