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Building Your Sitter Profile

Create a profile that stands out and helps you land great pet sitting opportunities.

Why Your Profile Matters

Your profile is your first impression on hosts. A complete, well-written profile:

Gets 5x more application responses
Builds trust before you even apply
Shows hosts your stated preferences and experience
Makes factual verification status easy to review

Key Profile Sections

Profile Photo

Critical

Your profile photo is the first thing hosts see. A great photo builds immediate trust.

TIPS:

  • Use a clear, recent headshot
  • Smile and look approachable
  • Good lighting and simple background
  • Show your face clearly (no sunglasses)
  • Consider including a photo with a pet

Bio & About Me

Critical

Your bio tells hosts who you are and why you love pet sitting.

TIPS:

  • Share your story and personality
  • Explain why you love caring for pets
  • Mention your living situation (home, flexibility)
  • Include hobbies and interests
  • Keep it warm and professional

Pet Care Experience

Very Important

Detail your history with animals to build credibility.

TIPS:

  • List all types of pets you've cared for
  • Include duration and frequency
  • Mention any special care experience (medication, senior pets)
  • Include childhood pets and volunteer work
  • Be specific about your skills

Availability & Preferences

Important

Help hosts understand when and where you can sit.

TIPS:

  • Set your general availability
  • Indicate preferred sit duration
  • List locations you can travel to
  • Specify pet types you're comfortable with
  • Note any limitations (allergies, etc.)

Verified Basics & VerifyPlus

Verification is visible factual evidence. Matching order uses listing fit, then recency.

Email Verification

Verified Basics

Verify your email address to receive notifications and build trust.

Easy

Phone Verification

Verified Basics

Add and verify your phone number for emergency contact and security.

Easy

ID Verification

Verified Basics

Verify your identity with a government-issued ID.

Moderate

Background Check

VerifyPlusVaries by country

Complete an optional background check through Certn and show its pass/fail status.

Moderate

Pro tip:Sitters with a background check are 3x more likely to be accepted for sits. It's a one-time investment that pays off with every application.

Profile Do's

  • Be authentic and genuine
  • Use specific examples of pet care
  • Complete all verifications
  • Update regularly with new experience
  • Respond to messages promptly

Profile Don'ts

  • Exaggerate your experience
  • Leave sections blank
  • Use blurry or old photos
  • Copy generic bio templates
  • Include off-platform contact info

How to Stand Out

Tell Your Story

Share what got you into pet sitting. Maybe you grew up with animals, or you're traveling and miss your pets at home. Personal stories resonate with hosts.

Be Specific

Instead of 'I love dogs', say 'I've cared for high-energy breeds like Border Collies and know how to keep them mentally stimulated with puzzle toys and training games.'

Show Your Reliability

Mention that you work from home, have a flexible schedule, or have references from previous pet sitting. Hosts want to know you'll be there.

Get Verified

Complete Verified Basics and consider VerifyPlus so hosts can review those factual signals.

Ready to Update Your Profile?

Go to your settings to edit your sitter profile.

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