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# How do I become a Mad Paws Sitter?

Awesome! You've decided to become a Mad Paws Pet Sitter! We’re excited for you to join our Pack!

This article will walk you through it how to become an approved Pet Sitter or Dog Walker.

**You’ll need a photo ID and it will take about 15-20 mins.**

To become a Sitter you need to be at least 18 years old and have any of the following ID:

·         Passport

·         Driving License

·         National ID card

·         Government issued Proof of Age card

If you are under 18, you will need to follow the additional steps [outlined here](/articles/519250f8-c605-4a82-ba64-fd010eb2b5d3)


**Creating a Pet Sitter Profile is simple:**

**Step 1: [Follow the instructions here to create an Account](https://www.madpaws.com.au/about/become-a-sitter/)**

Fill in your details to create an account. You can use Facebook or your email address to sign up.


**Step 2:** **Create your Pet Sitter profile**

After registering with Mad Paws, you will need to create a Sitter profile. This is where you set prices for the services you will offer. This is a good opportunity to tell prospective Owners:

·         About yourself

·         What you will do as a Pet Sitter and dog walker (ie,  sending frequent updates to a owners during a booking, regular walks for the dogs in your care, etc)

·         Any experience or training you may have


Your profile is also where you will need to upload a couple of photos:

·         A profile photo (preferably one with you and a pet)

·         [Several pet-friendly photos for your Photo Gallery](/articles/5ddb829f-dee2-47be-939b-4439d0b7d990)


**Step 3: [Complete our Sign Up Course and Quiz](https://madpaws.coassemble.com/unlock/0NE5GVh)**

Our course has been created to help teach new Sitters about Mad Paws; how an Owner will find your profile; and tips to become the best Sitter on our platform!

·         This course will teach you about Pet Sitting, including tips and tricks to improve your profile

·         Educate you about our Accident Cover and Public Liability Insurance

·         Teach you our expectations of our pet sitters and dog walkers.


**Step 4:** **Submit your application and your ID**

After completing your profile and passing our course and quiz, you will need to upload a photo of your ID Our Customer Service team will then review your profile and ID. If these are acceptable, we will approve your profile within a week.  We may ask for more information if needed.

**Step 4:** **Download our App**

Our App is the fastest way to communicate with prospective Owners. Search Mad Paws in the App Store or Google Play Store


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