Lucky Paws BCS vs Hobby Sitters.                       and why you should choose Lucky Paws BCS

It’s playing with animals all day, how hard can it be?

When I began caring for pets for friends and neighbors back in 2010, the standards of care were markedly distinct. There were no app updates, no photo updates, no formal contracts, and clients determined their own payment amounts. There was definitely no insurance coverages, leaving myself and clients at the mercy of the gods. I was a high school sophomore juggling multiple jobs to support my family, pet care quickly became a fulfilling side hustle to occupy my time. Looking back, there were a ton a cringy moments that could have gone really badly that thankfully did not.

When I graduated high school I never thought pet care could be a career; I was focused on furthering my EMS career. It wasn't until a coworker asked me to take care of his dogs while he was on vacation that pet care (outside of my own pets care) crossed my mind.

When I moved back to the Bryan/ College Station area in 2018 I knew I didn’t want to continue working in EMS and had decided to pursue a career in veterinarian technician (ie a vet tech). Thus I fell back into the pet care world. I started Lucky Paws BCS out simply and it has evolved to the business it is today.

All of our employees are Pet CPR and First Aid certified thru ProTrainings, and trained in animal behavior and body language thru a local behavioral training company called Buddy’s Place Canine Behavioral. The business and employees are bonded and insured thru PCI Insurance, and we carry worker’s compensation for our employees. We are members of the BCS Chamber of Commerce and were voted Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorites in 2022 and 2023.

9 Reasons to hire a licensed, bonded and insured pet care company;       even if its not Lucky Paws BCS

1. Professionalism and Expertise
1. Have staff trained to deal with pet emergencies and provide the appropriate care your pet needs

2. Licensed pet care companies also have staff trained in different handling methods and handling different types of pets

2. Accountability
1. A Licensed company is accountable of the services they provide
2. They relay on word of mouth and online reviews
3. They have specific standards of care they uphold
3. Safety and Security
1. Bonded and insured companies provide a layer of protection
2. In the event of any accidents, damages or incidents you have a recourse for compensation or resolution
4. Reliability and Consistency
1. They have back up plans for their back up plans in case of their own emergencies or unforeseen circumstances
2. This ensures your pets will receive care no matter what
5. Structure of care and Services
1. They offer flexible service options that best suit your pets needs
2. They also provide add ons at low to no cost such as medication administration, poop scoop services, will follow a specialized diet, will follow a exercise routine or crate rest routine, and so much more
6. Legal Compliance
1. They follow city, county, state and federal regulations and industry standards’ of care
7. Peace of Mind
1. Knowing your pet is in the hands of a licensed, bonded and insured company allows you to relax while your away without worrying about your pets well-being
8. Professional Equipment and Continuing Education
1. Professional pet care companies often have access to professional resources that a typical hobby sitter may not
2. This includes investing in continuing education, certifications, and professional equipment that furthers their knowledge base
9. Customer Support and Communication
1. Professional pet care companies have customer support systems in place to address any concerns or inquiries you may have