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 monthAnswer-
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.
If a nine-year-old girl is capable of walking dogs and people will pay her for the service, she can start her own dog-walking service for neighbors and friends. It is a good idea for her to walk dogs that she already knows, because it is difficult to know which dogs are friendly and which dogs are harder to walk.
you have to be 8 or 9 to start a dog walking business.
Dog should start walking after their vaccinations and when they are 12weeks old
You should be at least 6 or 7.
Most professional dog walking companies require dog walkers to be at least 18 years old due to liability reasons. However, some individuals may start dog walking at a younger age with the permission and supervision of a parent or guardian.
I would say around the ages of 10 and up but if you want to start a business you have to be 13 years old.
u can be 13 to be a dog walker. You don't need a licence to walk a dog
Maybe start small like in a dog walking business with one of your friends.or a lemonade stand
well you can baby sit or start dog walking you can also help on a farm
One thing you could do is you can start a dog walking business around your block.
Often they start walking when they are a few hours old.
walking dogs for a 15 minute walk mite be 5 or 4 dollars or water there plants when they are on vacation or something that might be 5 dollars a whole week of watering there plants I am 12 too and I am going to start a dog walking service morning, afternoon, and night I feed the dog give the dog water and walk the dog I charge 10 dollars a day :) hope it helped