Not Just Any Cat Sitter: How to Choose the Purr-fessional One!
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Beth Stultz-Hairston, President of Pet Sitters International (PSI), to talk all about finding the right pet sitter for your cat (or cats!). Whether you’re heading out of town or just want peace of mind, Beth shares expert tips on choosing a qualified cat sitter and explains why professional pet sitters are an essential part of your feline family’s care team. With two decades of experience in the pet-care industry, Beth also offers insights into the growing pet-sitting field, industry trends, and the importance of avoiding burnout for sitters. If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your cat happy while you're away—or considered pet sitting as a career—this episode is a must-listen!
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BIO:
Beth Stultz-Hairston has worked in the pet-care industry for two decades and joined the PSI team in 2004. She was named president of Pet Sitters International (PSI) in 2020. Beth is also the editor of Pet Sitter’s World magazine and the author of The Professional Pet Sitter’s Startup Guide.
She is an award-winning writer and frequent contributor to various pet-related publications and has also spoken at industry conferences such as Barkworld Expo, CWA Annual Conference, the Texas Pet Sitters Conference and PSI’s Pet Sitter World Educational Conference.
Beth received her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, as well as certifications in compassion fatigue studies through Divine Mercy University and Regent University.