Laura Chen
Laura is a PSI-certified pet sitter and travel specialist with expertise in anxiety management and travel preparation. Her guides cover sitter vetting, separation preparation, and pet travel regulations, drawing on Pet Sitters International standards, NAPPS guidelines, and pet first aid certification protocols.
- Credentials
- PSI certified, pet first aid, anxiety management specialist
- Focus
- Sitting
Authored Guides
Choosing Doggy Daycare in Sweden for Midsummer
A practical guide to booking a Swedish hunddagis around Midsommar and the July holiday rush. Learn quality standards, heat and cooling questions, paperwork, lead times, and pricing.
Drop-In vs Live-In Pet Sitting in France: July Guide
Compare drop-in visits and live-in house sitting for July holidays in France, including regional rates, contracts, and insurance. Includes a sitter briefing template for cats, dogs, and chickens during the Grandes Vacances.
Italian Cattery Guide: Booking for Ferragosto August
A complete guide to choosing a pensione per gatti in Italy for the August Ferragosto exodus. Learn about standards, vaccination rules, booking timelines, and pricing differences between cities and rural facilities.
Hiring a Trustworthy In-Home Pet Sitter This Summer
A complete guide to vetting in-home pet sitters for the summer holidays, from reference checks and care briefs to insurance, key handover, and meet-and-greet steps. Learn how to keep anxious and elderly pets safe while you travel.
Does Your Dog Actually Enjoy Daycare?
Many owners assume their dog loves daycare, but subtle stress signals often go unnoticed. This guide covers pickup body language, report card essentials, webcam review tips, trial day protocols, and when home alternatives are a better fit.
Pet Sitter Insurance and Bonding: 2026 Guide
Understanding a professional pet sitter's insurance and bonding protects both your pet and your property. This guide explains coverage types, liability limits, injury protocols, and essential questions to ask before booking.
Setting Up a Pet Sitting Business From Home in 2026
A complete guide to launching a home pet sitting business in 2026, covering licensing, insurance, pricing, contracts, multi-pet safety, and social media marketing. Built on PSI and NAPPS professional standards for aspiring pet care entrepreneurs.
Fish Tank Pet Sitting Handover Template Guide
A complete handover template for pet sitters managing fish tanks, covering water changes, feeding schedules, equipment troubleshooting, and aquatic vet contacts. This guide ensures fish health and safety while owners are away.
Prepare Your Pet for Late Spring Holiday Travel
Golden Week, May bank holidays, and other late spring breaks create peak demand for pet care. This guide covers boarding timelines, last-minute sitter options, and a complete handover checklist.
Evaluating Dog Daycare Outdoor Yards for Heat Safety
A thorough guide to assessing shade coverage, water station placement, surface temperatures, and staff ratios at dog daycare outdoor play yards in warm weather. Protect your dog from heat related illness with this professional evaluation framework.
Spring Hazard Briefing Every Pet Sitter Needs
Spring brings a surge of seasonal risks that owners often forget to mention during handover. This guide covers toxic plants, open window falls, fertiliser ingestion, and the essential protocols every pet sitter should follow.
How Pet Sitters Handle Dog Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is one of the most common challenges pet sitters face during client visits. This guide covers pre-visit protocols, calming techniques, owner communication, and when to contact a veterinarian.