Welcome to the Pet Sitter Confessional Podcast!
Expert insights for modern pet care professionals.
Guiding pet sitters and dog walkers through industry trends, best practices, and real stories from the field.
Hello!
We are Collin & Meghan, your hosts!
Pet Sitter Confessional exists to help serious pet sitters and dog walkers build sustainable, professional, and resilient businesses. Whether you’re new to the industry or leading a growing team, our mission is to bring clarity, insight, and connection to an industry that’s evolving faster than ever.
What You’ll Find Here:
Industry-Level Insight!
Voices That Matter!
Practical, Real-World Guidance!
Start Listening Today!
Browse our latest episodes, and join us as we learn and grow together.
New here? Check out our most recent episode, or dive into our Starter Packs! These are collections of our most popular episodes covering all sorts of topics. With more shows added every week, make sure you’re subscribed to the show!
You’ll also find a ton of pet sitter recommended resources and ways to get connected.
Why Listen to Pet Sitter Confessional?
The pet care industry is changing—fast. Prices, platforms, professionalism, and expectations are all shifting, and pet sitters and dog walkers are feeling the pressure. Pet Sitter Confessional exists to help you make sense of it all.
We’ve spent over a decade building and running a multi-employee pet care business, interviewing industry leaders, studying trends, and learning firsthand what works—and what doesn’t. Our goal is to bring you actionable insight, honest conversations, and real-world clarity so you can build a sustainable, confident, and resilient business.
Are we the experts in everything? No—and that’s intentional.
That’s why we feature voices from across the industry: trainers, behaviorists, business owners, founders, platform leaders, veterinarians, coaches, analysts, and—most importantly—pet sitters like you.
Every story adds depth. Every perspective strengthens the community. Every conversation helps us all grow.
Pet Sitter Confessional isn’t just a podcast. It’s a place where the future of pet care is explored, understood, and shared—together.
Get Involved!
Have a story to share or a question to ask? We’d love to hear from you. Reach out and help us continue the conversation about what it means to be a professional pet sitter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pet Sitter Confessional?
Pet Sitter Confessional is a weekly podcast and resource hub created by Collin and Meghan, two pet care business owners with over a decade of hands-on experience. The show covers everything from dog walking and pet sitting to building and managing a professional, multi-employee pet care company.
Who is Pet Sitter Confessional for?
The podcast is for pet sitters, dog walkers, and pet care professionals at every stage — whether you're just starting out, running a solo operation, or leading a growing team. Each episode brings practical insight from industry leaders, trainers, behaviorists, and fellow pet care business owners.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
Pet Sitter Confessional is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you get your podcasts. New episodes are released weekly. You can find all listening options on our Listen page.
I'm new to the pet care industry — where should I start?
Check out our Starter Packs — curated collections of our most popular episodes organized by topic, so you can quickly find guidance on the issues that matter most to you.
Does Pet Sitter Confessional offer continuing education credits?
Yes! Select episodes qualify for CEUs through approved certifying organizations. Visit our Earn CEUs page for details on eligible episodes and how to claim your credits.
What kind of resources does Pet Sitter Confessional offer besides the podcast?
Beyond the podcast, we offer a curated list of resources covering software, certifications, insurance, gear, and discounts — all selected based on what's actually useful to working pet care professionals.
How do I get in touch or suggest a topic?
We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Contact page to reach out, or fill out our Be Our Guest form if you have a story to share or want to be featured on the show.
Is Pet Sitter Confessional connected to a specific pet care company?
Pet Sitter Confessional is hosted by Collin and Meghan, who also run their own professional pet care company. The podcast itself is an independent resource for the broader pet care industry, featuring guests and perspectives from across the field — not just one business's point of view.