Oregon Pet Sitters        
Professional Standards Pledge
REPUTATION - I will work hard to build the good reputation of my business and the pet sitting industry by conducting my business with honesty, integrity and professionalism.  I will comply with all Federal, State, and local laws in both business and in animal care.
 
CUSTOMER PROTECTION -  I will carry and renew pet sitting business insurance.  I will carefully screen employees before hiring them, and I will be responsible for their conduct by insuring and bonding all employees.  I will hire independent contractors carefully, by ensuring they are insured and adhere to other ethical practices in business and animal care.
 
CARING SERVICES - I will provide reliable and compassionate care to all pets entrusted to my services, and I will do my utmost to safeguard client's homes and pets.  I have and will provide a contingency plan for pet care services in case of personal emergency or inclement weather. 
 
RESPECTFUL - I will be kind, respectful and accepting of other members, colleagues, staff, and clients.  I will listen, be open minded, and will be respectfully tolerant of differences of opinions or beliefs.  I promise to always deal peacefully with disagreements.  
 
CITIZENSHIP - I will support and help to better Oregon Pet Sitters and my local community.  I will promote and encourage responsible pet ownership whenever possible.  I will also help in promoting our industry of caring professionals by supporting industry education, and by sharing my knowledge with new aspiring pet sitters.
 
As a member of Oregon Pet Sitters, I promise and pledge to abide by these professional standards. By signing, I accept, and adhere to these standards:

Business Name:__________________________________________

Owner's signature: ___________________________________  Date:____________________

 
*Violation of these membership standards will be subject to possible removal of membership.

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