Community Involvement
Giving Back to Pets, People & the Place We Call Home
Serving Arlington, VA & Northern Virginia Since 2016
At Pet Sitting 4 Comfort® (PS4C), we believe pet care doesn’t stop at the front door. As a family-owned business, we’re proud to support our neighbors, shelters, and fellow pet parents through education, volunteerism, and advocacy.
We’re more than a service—we’re part of the community.
Our Mission in the Community
Since 2016, our team has been actively involved in promoting:
✔ Accessible Pet Care – Especially for Spanish-speaking families
✔ Pet Parent Education – With real-world behavior tips and wellness checklists
✔ Rescue Adoption Awareness – Ethical, informed pet ownership
✔ Fear Free® Practices – Shared beyond our client base through free guides and talks
Where You’ll Find Us
Monthly Volunteering at AWLA Community Clinics
Steve volunteers as a bilingual vet assistant at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, helping Spanish-speaking families navigate:
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Low-cost exams
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Preventative care
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Vaccinations & microchipping
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Wellness and recovery guidance
We help bridge the language gap to ensure every pet receives safe, informed care—regardless of income or background.
Free Resources for Pet Parents
We’re passionate about equipping pet owners with knowledge. That’s why we offer:
✔ Vet-reviewed blog articles
✔ Fear Free® pet care handouts
✔ Monthly safety tips via newsletter
✔ Behavior & enrichment checklists
✔ Medication and wellness guides for senior or reactive pets
Open to Partnerships & Local Collaboration
Are you a local vet, community center, rescue group, or educator?
We’d love to partner for:
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Educational talks
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Volunteer coordination
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Local adoption events
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Bilingual workshops
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School presentations
Contact Steve & Hong directly at: stevehongsm@ps4c.net
Our Long-Term Commitment
We aim to:
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Make quality pet care accessible and inclusive
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Promote responsible pet parenting across all languages and backgrounds
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Help animals stay in their homes and out of shelters
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Mentor future pet professionals through hands-on training and outreach