Welcome to the Octopus Moon Academy


Hello, I'm the founder of Octopus Moon and like you, I'm a pet sitter.
I've been caring for other people's pets for 18 years, and everything I know has been learned the hard way through real experience, real clients, and real situations that no book ever quite prepares you for. OMA Academy was born from that journey.
The templates and courses I'm sharing here won't be found anywhere else. Each one has been built from 18 years of hands-on pet sitting, the lessons, the mistakes, the wins, and everything in between.
Whether you're brand new to pet sitting or you've been doing it for a while and want more clarity and confidence, these courses are here to support you every step of the way.
This is just the beginning. New courses will be added as I create them, so this page will continue to grow alongside you.


Pet Sitter Contract - for Start-up Sitters
A simple, easy-to-follow contract, perfect for startup sitters wanting clear structure without overwhelm. This contract contains:
- Simple, essential 3-page contract (8 core clauses).
- Covers sections about bookings, payments, access to the home, pet care, and what happens if plans change.
- Printable version.
- Digital version.
Your client can sign it too, so you both know exactly where you stand from the beginning.

Pet Sitting Contract – Professional Sitter Toolkit
A complete, battle-tested system perfect for sitters who want full protection and total peace of mind. This is the exact toolkit I use in my own Sitter4pets business.
This toolkit contains:
- Fully detailed 8 pages and 16 clauses.
- Emergency Veterinary Authorisation Form.
- Long-Term / Senior Pet Veterinary Consent Form.
- Professional Quote Email Template (that ties acceptance directly to your contract).
- Easy-to-follow Usage Guide with pro tips.
- Printable version.
- Digital version.
Your client can sign it too, so you both know exactly where you stand from the beginning.
Pet Sitting Contract – Professional Sitter Toolkit - Review
"As an already established business I had the basics e.g. contract, invoice template and a client registration form. However unless you have lived an unforeseen emergency circumstance, you cannot appreciate the value of having an expert advise you on how to improve your contract, and additional extras to help your business run smoothly, for example vet release forms. I feel much more confident going forward with my business with Eleanor's advice, support and implementing some of her clauses into my own contract. I 100% recommend the professional tool kit, it's a small investment that pays off dividends. Thank you Eleanor!"
My Cornish Pet Companion

Insight Into Pet Sitting Course
A supportive, experience-led guide designed for anyone thinking about becoming a pet sitter, or those who have already started and would like more clarity and confidence in what they’re doing.
It covers everything from gaining your first bookings and setting your prices, to handling client enquiries, creating boundaries, and understanding the real day-to-day realities of the role, helping you feel more confident in your next steps.
The course is broken down into simple, easy-to-follow slides so it never feels overwhelming, with “Your Turn” sections throughout where you can answer questions and make notes to refer back to whenever you need.
An honest, practical, and easy to follow course, created by a pet sitter for pet sitters.
Insight Into Pet Sitting Guide - Review
"I learnt so much from Eleanor’s fantastic Insight Into Pet Sitting course! This in-depth, seven-module course had all the information anyone would need to start out their petsitting business, from someone super experienced and knowledgeable who has been in the business for almost two decades. Eleanor’s extensive experience and attention to detail mean that the course addresses every aspect of setting up your own professional business, including so many helpful tips, links, and exercises that make it super easy to practically apply the detailed knowledge she shares.
I think the course would be so useful for anyone at any stage in their petsitting journey. While it does have lots of really helpful advice for new sitters, I have been petsitting for a few years already and I still got so many insights from it - Eleanor challenged me to think about aspects of the business that I have never considered before! I have already re-worked my pricing just based off Eleanor’s advice, and she had some fantastic ideas for advertising your business, as well as for valuing your own time and boundaries. I loved the self-care tips she included for avoiding burnout and keeping up motivation as well.
I would very highly recommend this course to any pet sitters, whether you are just starting out or are already an established sitter. Eleanor’s friendly, supportive approach and positive attitude, coupled with her vast knowledge, make this course such excellent value, and a pleasure to take!"
Fiona Banham

Find The Money Course
A simple, practical guide designed for pet sitters who are just getting started or are already up and running and want to make sure they’re not undercharging.
The guide is broken down into clear, manageable sections, with “Find the Money” prompts throughout so you can work through your own figures and make notes as you go.
Many sitters find that even one or two small changes can quickly cover the cost of the course, making it a simple and worthwhile investment in your business.
Special Offer: Sitters who are successfully approved to join the Octopus Moon Register will receive this course FREE of charge. Helping them to quickly recuperate the cost of their first year’s subscription and start seeing value from day one.
Find The Money Course - Review
"I have just completed the Find The Money course and I have to say I was very impressed with it.
I have been a pet sitter for many years and thought I pretty much had it sussed but this course highlighted how I could increase my turnover by well over £1000 per year without raising my daily rate. I would say it is an essential investment for any new or potential petsitters.
I wish I had put these things in place right from the start. The cost of the course is minimal compared with how much money it will earn you.
It’s very clearly laid out and doesn’t take much time to work through it sequentially. Well done Eleanor for producing this.
Sue Lowe
The Future of Pet and House Sitting