About Us
•FPSA,Inc is 501c3 est. 2021•
Advancing the Animal Care Industry Standards through Collaboration
Mission Statement: To promote professionalism, provide elite education and create and connect professional relationships in the pet industry in the state of Florida.
Vision Statement: To promote the highest level of excellence in the pet industry and advancement of pet care standards in the state of Florida.
Board of Directors
Shannon Hendon
Vice President
Shannon is the Founder and CEO of Ocala Pet Sitting, an award-winning business she established in 2006 after completing a B.S. degree in Animal Biology from the University of Florida. Her deep passion for animal care and dedication to excellence have propelled Ocala Pet Sitting to the forefront of the industry. Shannon is particularly committed to raising the standards of care for cats and continually pushes for higher benchmarks in feline care. An avid networker, she enjoys connecting with other pet business professionals to foster collaboration and elevate industry standards.
Beyond her professional achievements, Shannon has been happily married for 33 years and is the proud mother of four children and GrannyShanny to seven grandkids. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her pets, relaxing at the beach, and indulging in her passion for crocheting.
Regional Directors
Brevard County
Ashlie Marie Torres of Handled With Love Pet Care
Hillsborough County
Lauri Partanio of Professional Pets Florida
Northeast Florida
Doug Keeling of Bad to the Bone Pet Care
Ocala and North Central Florida
Shannon Hendon of Ocala Pet Sitting
Orlando
Savanna Westwood of The Savvy Sitter, Pet Sitting and Dog Walking, LLC
Polk County
Amber Van Denzen of AttaBoy! Animal Care
South Florida
Flavia Berti of Equipaws Pet Services
South West Florida
Heidi Lewis-Pracko of Heidi & Hope Pet Services