Pet Sitter Confessional

615: Boundaries, Budgets, and Burnout with Rachelle Steele


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Are you treating your pet sitting like a real business? In this episode, Rachelle Steele of Loving Arms Pet Services returns to share how she transitioned from a hobbyist mindset to confidently leading her company. She dives deep into boundaries with clients, why setting an emergency fund is crucial, and how she prices her services based on value—not competition. Rachelle also opens up about preparing for the future, possible expansion, and navigating the mental shift from animal lover to business leader. Her advice is practical, empowering, and a must-listen for anyone ready to stop winging it and start planning with purpose.

Main Topics

  • Business mindset development

  • Setting boundaries with clients

  • Pricing strategy based on value

  • Emergency fund and long-term planning

  • Balancing emotion and professionalism

Main takeaway: “I will defend my peace before I defend my pricing.”

Let that sink in.

As pet professionals, we often feel pressure to justify our rates. But what if we stopped negotiating our worth and instead stood firm on what gives us peace, freedom, and sustainability? That’s exactly what Rachelle Steele of Loving Arms Pet Services is doing. In our newest Pet Sitter Confessional episode, she shares how a business mindset, firm boundaries, and intentional planning have helped her build a fulfilling and resilient career.

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Previously on Episode 419: https://www.petsitterconfessional.com/episodes/419

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