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Introduced by Pet Sitters International (PSI) in 1995, Professional Pet Sitters Week™ takes place annually the first full week of March. Per PSI, “this annual observance honors professional pet-care providers, seeks to educate the pet-owning public about the advantages of professional in-home pet care, and encourages pet-loving entrepreneurs to explore professional pet sitting as a viable career.”

Fear Free Pets® was founded in 2016 by one of the United State’s most widely respected veterinarians, Dr. Marty Becker. Dr. Becker is referred to as “America’s Veterinarian” because, throughout his career, he has worked tirelessly to advance the veterinary profession, advocate for rescue, and improve the care of companion animals in our country and abroad.

We believe that all dogs deserve training and education, no matter their stage in life. Many pet parents, especially those blessed with well-behaved pups, think that training is something that is done in puppyhood or when troubleshooting behavior problems. The truth is, however, that dogs of all ages can benefit from training. Dogs enjoy exercising their minds and bodies. They also enjoy being rewarded for a job well done. No matter how old your dog is, there is a good chance that they could be taught additional skills, tricks, and behaviors that improve their lives and yours.

According to Wikipedia, “Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, originated as a Christian feast day honoring one or two early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine and, through later folk traditions, has become a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and love in many regions of the world.”