Attending the 10th Annual Texas Pet Sitter Association Conference

As dedicated pet care professionals, we understand the value of continuing education and staying up to date with industry best practices. That’s why we take great pride in being Texas Pet Sitter Association members and investing in professional growth. This year marked Paw Time Favorite’s second time attending the annual conference, and we were more excited than ever to participate!

Texas Pet Sitters Coming Together on a Cruise Ship

Last year, the conference took place in Lewisville, TX, near Dallas, where we attended as small business owners alongside our longest-standing employee, Daisy. However, for the 10th Annual Texas Pet Sitter Association Conference, it was go big or go home! This year’s event was extra special—not only because it was a milestone year for the conference, but also because Jonathan and I embarked on our first-ever cruise! 

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We traveled four hours from San Antonio to the Port of Galveston, where we boarded a five-day cruise to Cozumel, Mexico. The experience of setting sail for the first time was exhilarating, and we were beyond grateful for the opportunity to combine professional development with an exciting new adventure.

Conference Sessions & Take-Aways

During the cruise, we attended conference sessions, networked with fellow pet care professionals from across the country, and built valuable relationships within the industry. We also gained insightful knowledge from top experts, including:

• Isabel Alvarez Arata, Owner of Covered in Pet Hair

• Michelle Kline, Owner of DogCo Launch

• Janie Budnick, Owner of PetBiz CRM

Each speaker provided unique perspectives and actionable strategies to help us enhance our services and improve the way we run our business.

Texas Pet Sitter Conference Sponsors & Board of Directors

We also want to express our deep appreciation to the conference sponsors for making this event possible, including:

⭐ Barketing Solutions⭐ Pet Sitter International⭐ Time to Pet⭐ Business Insurers of the Carolinas⭐ IBPSA⭐ Covered in Pet Hair and special thanks to Cathy Vaughn, TPSA Board President, Deanna Schaar, TPSA Board Secretary, Jessica Milam, TPSA Treasurer.

Without their support, this incredible learning opportunity wouldn’t have been possible!

2025 Texas Pet Sitter Assocation Members

Bringing Back the Industry Insights to Elevate our Pet Care Excellence

Once back on land, we returned eager to share everything we had learned with our team, who did an amazing job handling visits while we were away. Having a dedicated, well-trained team allows us to invest in professional growth without compromising the quality of care our clients expect and deserve.

Our commitment to ongoing education is just one of the many reasons why pet parents choose Paw Time Favorite for their pet sitting and dog walking needs. We are passionate about providing the best pet care experience possible—and we’re honored to be an award-winning company that continues to grow and improve each year.

We are about continuing education.

Attending the Texas Pet Sitter Association Conference has been an invaluable experience, and we can’t wait to see what next year holds!

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Malaysia Speaks

Owner/Founder

Malaysia Speaks is the Owner and Founder of Paw Time Favorite Pet Sitting LLC, where she has been providing professional pet care services since 2023. With certifications in Cat and Dog First Aid & CPR and as a Certified Veterinary Assistant through the Penn Foster program, Malaysia brings over eight years of veterinary experience to her work. She is a proud participant in the DogCo Launch mastermind course, a long-time member of Pet Sitters International, and a member of the Texas Pet Sitter Association. Learn more about Malaysia under "Meet the Team."