The pet sitting industry is growing explosively. But how do you pick a good pet sitter - someone that you can trust coming into your home and taking care of your pets? If you're like most of us, you occasionally or regulary need someone you can trust.  Below is a list of nationwide pet sitting services to begin your search.

Click on the heading for any of these listings to be directed to their websites and learn more.

 

Fetch Pet CareThis is one of the largest nationwide pet sitting franchises around. The provide hands-on training to their franchise members and make sure that everyone has background checks and are insured, licensed and bonded.
PetSitters.orgThis is the official site for the National Association of Professional Petsitters. NAPPS conducts quarterly teleconferences for the pet owning public to educate pet owners on various aspects of pet care. They also have information resources such as emergency planning and other useful pet owner information. They have a simple search box that helps you find pet sitters in your area who are NAPPS members.
Pet Sitters InternationalThis group has useful information on everything from how to find a good pet sitter to interviewing tips. They also have useful articles on many different kinds of pets and needs - everything from fish to horses and disaster preparedness.
PetSit USAWhile there isn't a screening process with this group, they do have an extensive list of pet sitters who offer services for everything from in-home pet sitters and dog walkers to people who will run with your dogs or provide other specialized services.
Worldwide Pet Sitting DirectoryThis site helps you find the best pet sitters in your area. Check 'em out.!