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Make some nice flyers up and place them at your neighbors' front doors -- maybe cut a hole nicely so it can hang on the doorknobs. (There may be rules against this in some neighbors -- but I really doubt anyone will turn you in!). Also, post one at all your area grocery stores -- there is usually a Community Bulletin Board. Also, stop in at area vets, animal hospitals and pet shops and ask nicely if there is somewhere you could place your flyers.

A great idea for your flyer is to fold the very bottom of the flyer upwards and staple to form a "pocket" and place your own business cards or simply nicely cut pieces of paper -- maybe just 2" x 2" or so -- with your phone number and name so they can see your flyer and easily take the information along with them.

GOOD LUCK! Once you get one dog to walk, and you do a great job, word will get around.

AnswerHaving been a dog walker for several years, I feel I can add some suggestions to the above.

1) Get a good record keeping system. Make an information sheet for each customer, on which you will record EVERYTHING that person expects you to do. Some clients will want you to feed their pets, brush them, play ball, whatever. It's important to keep track so that you can provide good service. Keep these sheets in a secure place. If anyone gives you a key, label it using a system YOU will know (such as the dog's name) but that no one else will figure out just in case you accidentally lose that key!

2) Set reasonable rates. Decide whether you will charge extra for multiple dogs. My rate (metro Tampa, FL area) was $12 per visit for 1 to 3 dogs, then $1 extra per visit for each extra dog. You also need to determine how much time constitutes a visit and whether you will charge extra for more time. Don't be afraid to charge ample money for honest work. If you are good at what you do, most people will be happy to pay well - the others are only looking to get something for nothing.

3) Agree ahead of time on method of payment. Cash in advance is suggested for the first few weeks until you know they are OK. I have been stiffed several times or given bad checks. Also make up an invoice on your PC or have some printed. Make sure there's a spot for tips - it serves as a gentle reminder.

4) Decide how you will handle emergencies. Talk this over with the owner ahead of time. What if the dog escapes? Gets attacked by another dog? Do you have the authority to get it treated if the owner is out of touch? Also, what will you do if you become sick and can't visit? Do you need a backup?

5) Conduct yourself professionally. Be polite in conversation. You never know when a client (or potential client) might overhear you or witness you doing something embarrassing. Respect clients' property and their animals. If you have to enter a client's home when they are not there, ASSUME you are being watched. Webcams and spycams come in all sizes and are easily hidden. Some people DO watch their pets while they are at work.

6) If you decide that you might like to stick with this job for a while, consider joining NAPPS. And get insurance!

7) Tell everyone you know that you have a dog walking service. Word of mouth is the best. Contact people who work long hours, such as nurses, firefighters, police, construction trades, stockbrokers. Concentrate on people who make MONEY. They will be the most frequent customers and will be willing to pay decently.

8) You don't have to accept EVERY new client. People with aggressive dogs, very sickly dogs, or dogs that are 100 pounds and want to drag you down the street aren't worth it. When you get to the point where you're walking 10 or 12 dogs a day, you don't want a lot of surprises, bruises and sore muscles.

AnswerTo start a dog walking business, find yourself a computer to use. Make up a really cute/creative advertisement and print it and a couple other copies out(in color) then tear a bunch of little slits in the bottom of the papers with your number on each slit so people can read your advertisement and just rip your number off. Post each advertisement in places where it will be seen by a lot of people(grocery store, mall, lamp post, school, workplace). tell your family and friends to spread the news. AnswerI have my own dog walking business and i made some flyers and actually went to peoples dogs they don't normally accept if they just find it in their letterbox. a good idea is if they ask to see how you get along with the dog be really nice to it and if you don't love dogs that much act as if you do. also i recomend doing a trial walk for half the price you were aiming for with normal walks.

Hope this helps its what i did

Answeri have my own dog walking business too. it really helps when you want some extra cash. i love dogs so with the money i am saveing up for one while i am working with dogs and enjoying my job. 1/2 mile walks will cost only $15 for 1-3 dogs . anything shorter i tell the owner pay me what is a reasonable price for the walk i just did . and one last thing make sure it is cash i had 13 checks bounce back in the past month

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I just made my own dog walking biusness and it is a great success. all you really have to do is know what your doing because if you end up getting attacked that wont be pretty. I have a partner to help me just in case i cant go to the job. it is very important to have a back up. You never know what could happen on such short notice. The cost of dog walking is very reasonable. For one 1-3 dogs $12. for any extra dog ask for an extra $1. Well that's really all i can tell you i hope you get that extra money!

Good luck!!

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This really helped me.I'm planning on starting my own business and now I know what and what not to do.Also,my mom said to only do your neighbourhood and maybe the next one.For example,I plan on doing only my neighbourhood and the next one over.And maybe my BFF's dog,who lives about ten-fifteen minutes away by walking.

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Begin by telling friends and family members that have dogs that you and some of your friends are going to start a dog walking company. Word of mouth travels faster than anything. Make sure that is okay with your parents first. Be sure to know how much you are going to charge, like per dog, or per hour with the dog. Good luck to you and God Bless:)

AnswerFirst you will need to find a responsible adult to oversee what goes on.

In some cities, would need to get a business license, shouldn't be any fee for one for a minor.

Since will be more then one walking, should open a bank account.

Will then need to make up some flyers, then take them and go door to door in the area that you want customers, leaving one at each house / apartment.

Just because you see no sign of a dog doesnt mean they don't have one, miss a house miss a possible job.

Now is where the adult comes in, the adult should check to make surer all the walking appoinments are being made and to help with collecting the money and depositiong in the bank.

You will need to buy the baggies and stuff for the clean up, there will be expenses so the walkers get paid after supplies are paid for. ( treats baggies that's just to start ),

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ANSWERYes. Of course they can! You can start a do walking business when you're twelve! But do you know how? Here's how:

1. Make posters and ask to put them in local shop windows. people always look at ad's like that-Dont forget to make the eye-catching and colourful AND make it clear what it's for!

2. Make flyers and put them through doors-you need to make these eye-catching and colourful too! - If you have a dog of your own, take it round and knock on some doors and hand them the flyer face to face, then they can see you are responsible with a dog.

3. Wait for a phone call. Make sure you write down the details of your jobs!- but be patient it make take some time.

4. Last but not least dont over charge- make sure you have a set amount and don't change it without people knowing AND you might want to do a free trial for your customers.

Hope I could help

Good luck!

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: I think you can be any age as long as you are responsible and can handle the dog or puppy.Also A Parent knows where you are at all times.And Have a good price per dog.And Know the dog by that I mean you know if it is mean or nice!! : This Was AnswerGirl23!!

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The main thing that you need, is good advertising. Make up some professional looking flyers and put them up at places like the local veterinarian office, pet smart, dog parks, and any other places where dog owners frequent, other than that maybe a pooper scooper and some dog poo bags. I am sure most owners have and would prefer to use their own leash or harness, so there is no need for those, unless you want to maybe have an extra on hand for emergencies. I think as I said before, advertising is the first and most important step!

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A good start is to make flyers- Include phone number and maybe costs, pictures are nice!

YOU NEED TO BE ORGINIZED! Get a note book so you can write information:Eg. Name of owner, Dog name, dog size, how long of a walk does the owner want(charge by every 15 mins?) Is the dog friendly(can it interact w/ other dogs), is it an easy walker. That's all very important information and can really make things easier. Make sure you bring a watch / timer so you know when the walk is over.

Being friendly with the dogs can also improve your relation ship and that never hurts

I hoped this helped!

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To be honest start small: start by walking your dog (to make sure you got everything under control and you got what it takes) than ask a few neighbors if it's alright if you walk their dogs (just to get a hang of things REMEMBER use a firm but soft voice so they know who's boss) when you think you got the use of it put up flyers and than see how your business goes(REMEMBER be polite with the owners so they know to tell their friends about you! ALSO::::: If a dog starts to tug NEVER let him REMEMBER your the boss and you have to SHOW him who's boss by pulling him back by the leash, use your voice and say "NO! Bad dog!" than continue on like nothing ever happened.)

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you have to be 13-19 to start a company sorry i should of now because im 10 and i walk peoples dogs lol

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Well first you need to make fliers and hang them um around town

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