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Professional Standards & Ongoing Training

At WCPS, ongoing education and professionalism are essential to providing safe, compassionate care — especially for pets with medical needs, behavioural challenges, anxiety, mobility limitations, or unique routines.


This page outlines the certifications, memberships, insurance, licensing, and continued training that guide the standards of care I offer.

Business Registration & Licensing

Incorporated in British Columbia

West Coast Pet Solutions Ltd. is a provincially incorporated business operating under the BC Business Corporations Act, ensuring regulatory compliance and professional operating standards.

Intermunicipal Business Licence (IMBL)

WCPS holds an Intermunicipal Business Licence issued through the District of Saanich, allowing professional service across all participating municipalities within the South Island Intermunicipal Business Licence Program.

Insurance & Cyber Security

PROfur / Acera Insurance

Professional coverage designed specifically for pet-care providers, including liability, care/custody/control, and protection of client property.

Cyber Security Training (In Progress)

I am currently completing cyber-security training offered through Acera & Coalition. This is an important step before moving forward with additional cyber protection coverage to help safeguard client information and online communication.

Professional Memberships & Designations

Pet Sitters International (PSI)

They are the world’s leading educational association for professional pet sitters. PSI sets industry standards and offers the Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) designation, which requires ongoing training and ethical practice.

Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS)

A globally recognized designation requiring ongoing education, testing, and adherence to professional pet-sitting standards.

Canadian Pet Care Professionals (CPCP)

Verified Pro

A recognition of ethical practice, professionalism, and dedication to high-level care within Canada’s pet-care community.

Education, Training & Skill Development

Pet First Aid Certification (Renewal in Progress)

Updating and maintaining emergency response skills to ensure the safest possible care for pets in urgent situations.

Ongoing Professional Development

I regularly invest in continued learning across multiple areas, including:

  • Behavioural handling and support for reactive, anxious, or fearful pets

  • Collaborating with and learning from professional dog trainers

  • Industry-based webinars and workshops through Pet Sitters International (PSI) and Canadian Pet Care Professionals (CPCP)

  • Business, communication, and client-care development through Women Entrepreneurs BC (WeBC) webinars

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