06/23/2025
📢 Dog Training is an Unregulated Industry‼️ For the Love of Dogs Protect Your Pets‼️
Did you know anyone can call themselves a dog trainer, pet sitter, or behaviorist and start charging money with no credentials required? There’s no official oversight. No licensing board. No mandatory insurance. It’s the Wild West out here.
Lately, I’ve seen a rise in individuals claiming to be “licensed and insured” when they’re not. No state business license = no real insurance policy. That puts your dog (and your wallet) at risk. The last three dog sitting or training businesses I looked up ARE NOT licensed and are claiming to be. These individuals are taking client money in exchange for services without liability insurance and without paying their taxes.🤯
🐾 Before booking ANY pet professional:
✔️ Use the Tennessee Business Entity Search to verify state licensure and ask to see city and county business licenses.
✔️ Ask for proof of insurance.
✔️ Check for real reviews, photos, and a consistent history of service.
I proudly run a licensed, insured, and experienced dog training business based right here in Johnson City. Your dog’s safety and your peace of mind matter to me.
📲 If you’re ever unsure whether someone is legitimate, reach out. I’ll gladly help verify credentials with no obligation to book with me.
