Dog walking can be a great way to make extra money, especially if you’re a pet lover. There are multiple ways to get started but I suggest downloading an app. This will be the easiest way to get clients right off the bat. Rover and Wag are two well- known apps with built in clientele and advertising.
Rover is a popular online platform that connects pet owners with dog walkers, pet sitters, and other pet care. Wag! is a mobile app and platform that connects dog owners with on-demand dog walkers and sitters. Which app will be right for you depends on your location. Rover is used more in my area than Wag. But people in bigger cities might find Wag more useful.
Now how can you be successful walking dogs? Below are tips that are proven to work.
Build your reputation: When you’re starting out, it’s important to build your reputation as a reliable and trustworthy dog walker. Consider offering your services to friends and family members first, and ask for testimonials or referrals that you can use to promote your services.
This is something you can do on sites like Rover. I believe my first testimonial was actually from my sister (who’s dogs I watch a lot) People tend to look at your profile when you have reviews.
