This short list of our most popular questions should help get the ball rolling.
We've worked long and hard to make certain these pages cover the 5 Ws (Who, What, Where, Why, When...) but it never hurts to put all the Q&As in one place for you.
You have plenty of decisions to make as a pet sitting business owner and we hope that joining as our newest member is a no-brainer. Have more on your mind after browsing this page? No problem, you contact us at anytime by phone or email for prompt support.
2.How is the APSE different from other pet sitting associations?
3.Once I sign up as a member, when will I get access to the Member Center?
4.Can I upgrade my membership at any time?
5.Do members receive discounts for APSE events and conferences?
6.How is your certification program different from those offered by other pet sitting associations?
7.When will I receive the certification materials after I sign up for the APSE certification program?
8.How do I pay for and/or renew my membership?
1. Why join the APSE?
Becoming a member of APSE and displaying our logo on your business, marketing materials, and website sends a message to your clients and potential clients that you are committed to running a professional pet sitting business that delivers excellent pet care and excellent customer service.
It builds immediate client trust in your service.
And we all know how important gaining client trust is.
Our members have access to:
- A free business profile in our pet sitter locator where pet owners can search to find a pet sitter in their local area
- Our extensive library of forms, articles, and business building special reports (and by 'extensive' we literally mean over 150, and growing...)
- Members-only networking forums to seek advice from our board specialist pet business advisors and other pet sitters
- Opportunities to receive personalized coaching, and access to resources they can use to build their own business operations manual that is required to ensure service and quality consistency and build a support team
- Exclusive discounts from our list of partners who provide education and services for pet sitters
- Discounts on APSE exclusive website, video, and Iphone application creation services
- Discounts for all APSE online and live workshops, conferences and special events
As a member of APSE you will be sponsoring a campaign to raise the awareness of pet sitting in your community and promote and recognize excellence in the pet sitting industry. A portion of every member's dues will be used by the APSE to fund this international awareness and recognition campaign.
The APSE is run by pet sitters who face the same challenges that you do every day in their business. Together with an advisory board of experienced business professionals, we are dedicated to being available work with you to solve the problems that are holding you back in your business and giving you ideas to help your business grow.
Our mission is to provide the resources and advice required by both new and experienced pet sitters.
2. How is the APSE different from other pet sitting associations?
At the APSE ,we understand that as your business grows your continued success depends on knowing how to effectively manage your business as well as your ability to care for the pets. Our mission is to provide the resources and guidance needed by both new and established pet sitters and to connect pet sitters so that they can learn from others that have already been successful.
We provide different levels of APSE membership so that you can choose the level and resources that best fit with your current business needs. Simply put, each membership level provides unique benefits that will help you to achieve pet sitting excellence in your business.
At the APSE, we leverage cutting edge online technology to ensure that pet sitters are keeping up with the latest business trends, and that our resources are easily accessible. Our virtual webinars and conferences allow you to gain the knowledge that you need to succeed on your schedule and at a more affordable price.
3. Once I sign up as a member, when will I get access to the Member Center?
Once you sign up (takes less than 3 minutes) and create your login, you will have immediate access to all resources available to the membership level at which you joined.
4. Can I upgrade my membership at any time?
Yes! You can upgrade to a different membership level at any time by simply paying the difference between the two levels. Inside your Member Center dashboard, you will see a link to upgrade. With just a few clicks of the mouse, you will be enjoying life at your new, upgraded APSE membership level.
5. Do members receive discounts for APSE events and conferences?
Yes, members will receive special discounts for all online and live workshops, conferences and special events.
6. How is your certification program different from those offered by other pet sitting associations?
The APSE certification not only ensures that you have learned the 3 pet sitting excellence principles, but that you have applied them in your business. As a result you will achieve tangible and immediate business benefits including higher profits, more customers, and the lifestyle that you desire.
We clearly describe the process that our members go through to achieve APSE certification to pet owners via our certification page on our public website. We show your customers exactly what it takes to become an APSE certified pet sitter or pet sitting business so that they know that they can place their trust in your service to take excellent care of their pets and provide excellent service.
On completion of your certification you will be awarded our APSE certification badge that announces your achievement to your customers and peers. Your award will also be prominently displayed on your listing in our pet sitter locator. Our graduates will also be recognized in our member and public communications such as our newsletter, blog, and social media sites.
Completion of the APSE certification will differentiate you from your competitors and build immediate trust with new potential clients.
7. When will I receive the certification materials after I sign up for the APSE certification program?
Once you sign up, you will get immediate access to download your certification instructions and all the forms and templates required to complete the certification process.
8. How do I pay for and/or renew my membership?
We currently use Paypal as our payment process of choice. This ensures that only Paypal gains access to your personal details.
On the anniversary of commencement of your membership, the credit card or account that you used for your initial payment (through your Paypal account) will be automatically billed for your membership renewal and you will receive a renewal notification. If you wish to cancel or modify your membership you must contact us at info@petsittingexcellence.com.
