SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rover.com, the digital home dog boarding leader that connects dog owners with approved dog sitters, today announced the launch of its Sitter Promotion program. This program offers Rover dog sitters up to $5,000 of promotion credit to help them build their business.
The new Sitter Promotion program allows sitters to create free custom URLs and promo codes they can use to promote their dog-care services and give new customers $20 off their first stay. Each $20 off code is paid for by Rover, and each code can be redeemed by up to 250 new customers. The program also includes referral bonuses; if a new customer uses a sitter’s code to book a stay with another provider on Rover.com, the sitter earns $10. Sitters can take advantage of this offer by visiting their Rover.com Dashboard.
The program also includes a Rover Print Store where sitters can order business cards, post cards, and lawn signs, which can be customized with their custom URL and promo code. Rover offers the materials at cost and pays the shipping charges. Additionally, Rover provides easy step-by-step instructions for a sitter to advertise Rover services on websites and online directories, as well as the ability to easily share codes via social media channels.
“In any marketplace it is imperative that service providers, like our Rover sitters, have tools available to them to build a successful business,” said Aaron Easterly, CEO of Rover.com. “With the Sitter Promotion program we’re bringing together low-tech and high-tech solutions to help our sitters increase awareness of their services and scale their business to new levels.”
Rover sitters across the country have been testing out the promotional materials since the Spring and have experienced a significant change in their business. Numerous sitters have noted that their business has grown dramatically, for example, Sandra Nigro from Portland, OR nearly tripled her business after using her business cards.
“Rover really goes above and beyond to ensure that their sitters are successful,” said Sandra Nigro. “The new Sitter Promotion program is easy to use and virtually instant! In less than 10 minutes I was able to get everything I needed to help me continue growing my business.”
The Sitter Promotion program is just one more way that Rover is showing its commitment to fostering a strong community for Rover dog sitters across the country. An additional service that Rover offers sitters is an option to enroll in the Rover.com Protection Package for $49.95 per year. The package includes: a Rover ID tag and one-year subscription to 1-800-HELP-4-PETS, a subscription to Rover’s Ask A Vet service, powered by VetLIVE, eligibility for Peace of Mind Plus, which reimburses up to $5,000 of emergency vet bills in excess to $200, eligibility for Rover Pack, priority for last minute stays, and a free profile review.
About Rover
Rover.com is the leading online community that connects dog owners with trusted dog sitters, and is where dogs beg to stay. We believe that all dogs deserve safe, loving homes even when their owners are away, and that’s why we created Rover. Our services provide an alternative to traditional caged boarding facilities, or family, friends and neighbors who are often asked to sit in a pinch. Rover currently operates nationwide, with more than 180,000 members enrolled, more than 25,000 approved sitters in over 4,300 cities across the U.S., and approximately 1,000 sitter options in each of the top 20 markets. Additionally, we believe all dogs deserve a happy and loving home and that’s why we’re committed to supporting animal shelters and companion animal programs across the nation. We also make it easy for sitters to donate a portion of their proceeds to local shelters through our Sit-a-Dog, Save-a-Life program, saving the lives of dogs everywhere.