From Learning New Skills to Earning as a Pet Professional
At Phoenix Entrepreneurs, our pet support program is about more than just spending time with animals — it's a real pathway into work.
Through guided placements with our support workers, you can learn practical, in-demand skills like pet sitting, dog walking, and basic grooming — all at your own pace, with support every step of the way. You'll build hands-on experience, grow your confidence, and work toward genuine employment goals as part of your NDIS journey.
Our NDIS pet support services
And here's where it goes further: once you've built your skills and confidence, we can support you to become a listed Pet Professional on Wagly, our pet industry platform connecting trusted pet carers with pet owners across Australia.
That means a real opportunity to turn what you've learned into an income of your own, on a platform built to help you succeed — booking your own clients, setting your own hours, and being part of a supportive pet care community.
Pet Sitting
Learn the skills to set yourself up as a professional pet sitter in your own home. Bookings, marketing, care of animals, using the Wagly app to check in with owners and more
Dog Walking
Learn the skills to set yourself up as a professional dog walker. To offer your services locally and via the Wagly app. Dog behaviour, safety in public, bookings and using the Wagly app.
In Home Grooming
Learn the skills to be able to offer in home grooming services. Bathing, brushing, de matting, general care and basic grooming to help people look after their pets in their own homes.
It's a simple idea: learn the skills, build the confidence, and start earning — with Phoenix backing you the whole way.
Interested in finding out if this pathway is right for you?
chat about eligibility, what the placements involve, and how to get started.
Phoenix works with
Wagly
As our sister company Wagly, once you have gone through the training process and learnt all the specifics to becoming a Pet Professional. You have the opportunity to be listed in the Wagly app so clients can find you and book your services.
You can download the Wagly app from the App Store or visit https://wagly.com.au/
Download the Pet Professional Training Roadmap
Click the button below to download a comprehensive PDF outline of the Pet Professional program.
Common questions
Can I use my NDIS plan funding for this?
In many cases, yes — it depends on your current plan, your goals, your disability, and your remaining budget. Our team will talk you through this directly when you enquire.
Do I need my own pet for animal-assisted mentoring?
We prefer to work with your own pet, since the relationship and routine already exists. In some circumstances we may be able to arrange a support worker with their own animal — ask our team when you enquire.
How are your support workers screened?
Every Phoenix support worker delivering NDIS services completes NDIS worker screening and a dedicated NDIS orientation module, in addition to standard background checks.
What happens if something goes wrong?
Phoenix Entrepreneurs is the registered NDIS provider responsible for this service, including any incident reporting required under the NDIS Practice Standards. You can raise any concern directly with our team at any time.
Get In Touch
Phone: +61 483911340
Email: admin@phoenixentrepreneurs.com.au
Address: 117 Mooloolah Meadows Dve Sunshine Coast QLD
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Disclaimer for Coaching Process
Our business coaching process is designed to provide structured guidance and support to help you achieve your entrepreneurial goals. We understand that each individual has unique needs and experiences, especially when living with disabilities such as PTSD or Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD).
Important Notice:
Nature of Coaching: Our coaching sessions will involve providing specific instructions and tasks that are essential for your business development.
Potential Triggers: We recognise that being told what to do can be challenging or triggering for some individuals. If you have any conditions, such as PTSD or ODD, that make it difficult to receive direct instructions, please inform us in advance. This information will help us tailor our approach to better suit your needs.
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