Services Offered by a Dog Sitter
- Boarding dogs overnight
- Drop-in visits
- Walking or playing with dogs
- Pet-taxi service
- Setting rates based on experience, number of dogs, and types of services
- Getting certified in pet first aid and CPR
- Marketing services through flyers, cards, website, and social media
- Asking groomers, vets, trainers for referrals
- Preparing home by puppy-proofing areas and stocking first-aid supplies
- Creating a dog application on health and behaviors
- Meeting dogs before committing to sit them
Role of a Dog Sitter
A dog sitter provides care and companionship to a pet dog while its owner is away. Services typically include feeding, walking, grooming, playing, administering medication, and taking the dog outside. Dog sitters work part-time or full-time.
Becoming a Dog Sitter
- Researching the market and identifying niche markets
- Setting rates for services
- Getting certified in pet first aid and CPR
- Marketing services
- Preparing the home for dog sitting
- Meeting dogs before committing to sit them
- Having a website
- Getting insurance
- Starting under $500 with a profit margin up to 90%
- Considering expenses such as license, insurance, and transportation