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Legends Pet Care Services Installs the Fear Free Certified Professional program

Summerville, SC- October 27, 2026– Legends Pet Care Services is proud to announce that it has completed the Fear Free Professional program for Pet Professionals.

Founded in 2016, Fear Free provides online education to veterinary professionals, pet professionals, animal welfare communities, and pet owners. Their courses are developed and written by the most respected veterinary and pet experts in the world, including boarded veterinary behaviorists, boarded veterinary anesthesiologists, pain experts, boarded veterinary internists, veterinary technicians (behavior), experts in shelter medicine, animal training, grooming, boarding, and more.

With all the false (and harmful!) information on the internet, Fear Free aims to keep veterinary healthcare teams and pet professionals at the forefront as the true pet health experts. By closely listening to the needs of the veterinary and pet professions as well as those of the new generation of pet parents, Fear Free has transformed into some of the most innovative educational programs in the history of the veterinary, pet professional, and animal welfare industries. In providing unparalleled education on emotional wellbeing, enrichment, and how to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in pets, Fear Free is proud to play a part in the improvement of the human-animal bond.

Legends Pet Care Services Makes Donation To Dorchester Paws

Summerville, SC- October 26, 2026– George Lockwood, President and CEO of Legends Pet Care Services, announced that a monetary donation to was made to Dorchester Paws. They also donated several dog beds and blankets.

Legends Pet Care Services has been collecting donations for Dorchester Paws at each vendor event it has attended. Each person who makes a donation gets a handmade doggy bandana made by one of our pet sitters.

Lockwood Elected Treasurer of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters

Summerville, SC- October 8, 2026– George Lockwood, President and CEO of Legends Pet Care Services, LLC, has been elected to serve as Treasurer of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS).

A dedicated member of NAPPS since 2015, Lockwood has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing professionalism, education, and excellence within the pet care industry. His leadership within the organization includes serving as a member of the Board of Directors, chairing the Membership Committee, and currently serving as Chairperson of the Member Benefits Committee.

In his new role as Treasurer, Lockwood will bring his extensive financial management and executive leadership experience to help support the organization’s continued growth, financial stewardship, and mission of promoting excellence in professional pet sitting.

As President and CEO of Legends Pet Care Services, based in Summerville, South Carolina, Lockwood remains committed to strengthening the professional pet care industry while ensuring the highest standards of service, trust, and compassionate care for pets and their families.

Legends Pet Care Services Launches Online Pet Supplies Store

SUMMERVILLE, SC – May 27, 2026– Legends Pet Care Services is excited to announce the launch of the new Legends Pet Supplies Store, an online destination for pet owners looking for quality products for their beloved companions.

The store features a growing selection of pet essentials, including food, treats, leashes, collars, bedding, toys, and more. Carefully selected products are being added regularly, ensuring pet parents have access to trusted items that support their pets’ health, comfort, and happiness.

“Our goal has always been to provide exceptional care for pets,” said George Lockwood, Owner of Legends Pet Care Services. “The launch of our online store allows us to extend that care beyond our pet sitting and dog walking services by offering products we trust and recommend.”

The company also offers personalized assistance for customers searching for specific products. If an item is not currently available in the store, customers are encouraged to contact Legends Pet Care Services, and the team will work to locate the product or suggest a suitable alternative.

The Legends Pet Supplies Store is expected to continue expanding as new products and brands become available, giving pet owners a convenient one-stop shop for their pets’ needs.

Check out our store HERE!

Legends Pet Care Services adopts Pet Sitters International Global Standards for Professional Pet-Sitting & Dog Walking Businesses

Summerville, SC- February 2, 2026– At Legends Pet Care Services, LLC, we’re proud to announce our commitment to Pet Sitters International’s newly released Global Standards for Professional Pet-Sitting and Dog-Walking Businesses. These groundbreaking standards, announced in October 2025, represent a historic milestone for our industry. As the first publicly available universal benchmark for professional pet care, they establish clear expectations for what pet parents should look for when choosing a care provider for their beloved companions.

The purpose of PSI’s Global Standards is to bring consistency, legitimacy, and accountability to an industry that has long operated without universal regulation. These standards were carefully reviewed by leaders in pet care, insurance, veterinary medicine, and animal safety, as well as a panel of pet owners. This comprehensive approach ensures the standards reflect both professional expertise and the real-world expectations of pet parents like you. By establishing baseline best practices for pet care businesses worldwide, these standards elevate the entire profession and provide a clear framework for delivering safe, ethical, and consistent care.

For our clients, PSI’s Global Standards mean enhanced peace of mind and transparency. When you choose Legends Pet Care Services, LLC, you’re selecting a service that adheres to rigorous protocols in areas including pet safety and handling, emergency preparedness, data protection, and professional ethics. We maintain current training in pet first aid and CPR, implement biosecurity protocols to prevent disease spread between households, and keep up to date with the latest information about pet wellbeing. Our commitment to these standards also means we prioritize your home security, protect your confidential information, carry appropriate liability insurance, and conduct business with honesty and integrity. We set healthy professional boundaries, maintain clear communication expectations, and foster an inclusive environment built on respect and professionalism.

We believe in ensuring that we follow professional standards at all times so we are aligning with PSI’s Global Standards. Legends Pet Care Services, LLC demonstrates our dedication to excellence in every aspect of our service. These standards aren’t just guidelines—they’re our promise to you that your pet family members will receive the highest quality care in the comfort of their own home. We believe that professional pet sitting is more than just a service; it’s a relationship built on trust, expertise, and unwavering commitment to animal welfare. When you entrust your pets to Legends Pet Care Services, LLC, you can rest assured that we’re not only meeting industry best practices but actively contributing to the future of professional pet care. Your peace of mind is our top priority, and PSI’s Global Standards help us deliver exactly that.

You can find the industry standards on the PSI website HERE.

Lockwood Elected to NAPPS Board of Directors

Legends Pet Care Services is a member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. NAPPS is the only national, non-profit, professional pet sitting association dedicated to raising and abiding by industry standards. We support members with education, certification and the resources to operate successful businesses. 

In a recent election by NAPPS members, Lockwood was elected by his peers to serve on the NAPPS Board of Directors.

Here are the elected members of the 2026 NAPPS Board of Directors.

Lockwood Reads To Young Kids About Pets

George Lockwood, owner of Legends Pet Care Services, read to young kids at Main Street Reads book store at 115 S. Main Street in Summerville SC. Lockwood read several books and showed pets he has cared for from dogs to chameleons! He was invited to read by Auntie Leslie’s Story Time, a service owned by Leslie Boozer. For more information about this reading service and when she reads story for young children, you can call 843-542-6555 or visit here- https://www.instagram.com/auntielesliesstorytime/