Pet Sitter Confessional

616: The Bankruptcy of Wag!: What It Means for Us


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Wag!, one of the largest gig economy pet care platforms, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is undergoing a rapid restructuring. This episode explores the deeper issues behind Wag’s financial collapse, including its flawed business model, sitter churn, and lack of consistent, relationship-driven care. The discussion highlights how investor interest is shifting away from gig platforms toward higher-margin services like pet insurance and veterinary e-commerce. Independent pet care providers are uniquely positioned to meet modern client expectations through professionalism, trust, and personalized service. As the industry changes, quality and consistency are emerging as the new standard in pet care.

Main Topics

  • Wag!’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy

  • Gig economy pet care flaws

  • Independent sitter advantages

  • Investor market shifts

  • Trust, consistency, and professionalism

Main Takeaway: “Pet care isn’t like ride-sharing—you can’t just put a body in front of a dog and call it service.”

Apps may make booking easy, but ease doesn’t equal quality. True pet care is built on trust, consistency, and connection—not convenience alone. Your clients want to know who’s walking their dog, how they’re trained, and that they’ll actually show up and care. That’s something no algorithm can guarantee.

This is why independent pet care professionals matter now more than ever.

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