How Do I Set Up a Dog Sitting Service?

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How to Start a Pet Sitting Business?

  • Research the market
  • Identify niche markets
  • Decide on services: boarding overnight, drop-in visits, walking, playing, or pet-taxi
  • Set rates based on experience, number and type of dogs, services
  • Get pet first aid and CPR certified
  • Market with flyers, cards, website, social media, ask for referrals
  • Puppy-proof home areas and stock first-aid supplies
  • Create a dog application on health and behaviors
  • Meet dogs before committing to sit them

What is Needed to Be a Dog Sitter?

  • Offer services: boarding dogs overnight, drop-in visits, walking, playing, or pet-taxi
  • Set rates based on experience, number of dogs, and types of services
  • Get certified in pet first aid and CPR
  • Market services with flyers, cards, website, social media
  • Ask groomers, vets, trainers for referrals
  • Prepare home by puppy-proofing areas, stock first-aid supplies
  • Create a dog application on health and behaviors
  • Meet dogs before committing to sit them

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