Certifications

Amber's certifications

Credentials and continuing education that help build trust.

Pet-Care Basics: Dog 101 certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

Pet-Care Basics: Dog 101

Foundational dog-care training covering safe handling, routine care, and dependable sitter basics for day-to-day visits.

Professional Pet Sitting as a Career certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

Professional Pet Sitting as a Career

Professional standards training focused on client care, service expectations, communication, and running pet sitting responsibly.

Training Techniques for Better Dog Walks certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

Training Techniques for Better Dog Walks

Practical walking strategies that support calmer, safer outings and better leash experiences for dogs with different needs.

5 Must-Know Pet First Aid Skills certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

5 Must-Know Pet First Aid Skills

Emergency-readiness training centered on core first-aid responses and recognizing situations that need fast action.

Administering Medications to Pets Using Fear Free Strategies certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

Administering Medications

Fear-free medication support training for helping pets take needed care with less stress and better handling practices.

Dog Training Basics Every Pet Sitter Should Know certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

Dog Training Basics

Basic behavior and management concepts that help a sitter respond more thoughtfully to everyday dog behavior.

Safe Pet Sitting in Hot Weather certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

Safe Pet Sitting in Hot Weather

Warm-weather safety training focused on preventing overheating, adjusting routines, and making safer care decisions in heat.

Certified Professional Pet Sitter certificate awarded to Amber Holst.

CPPS Certified Professional Pet Sitter

PSI's recognized professional certification showing a stronger level of commitment, tested knowledge, and ongoing standards.

Professional badges including Pet Sitters International member, 2025 PetSit Pro subscriber, Reactive Resource, Certified Professional Pet Sitter, and Pet Care Insurance.