How to Start Pet Sitting Business

Pet sitting business is strictly an animal-lovers only profession.It is a profession that allows you to turn your love for animals into a profitable venture. It requires a great deal of commitment; walking dogs in the  rain,100-degree temperatures and snowstorms. It is not an easy job by any means, but it can be one of the most rewarding occupations if you sincerely love animals. It is the getting started part that is hardest.

To be a trustworthy pet sitter, one must have a background in pet care or have extensive knowledge about dogs, cat or other animal people use as pet. This would be someone who has  worked at a veterinarian’s office, read books about caring for dogs and or animals or has had many pets. Someone who loves animals and wants to start this business but does not fit the above criteria, should  stop by the local library to get a few books on pet care.

It is a growing work from home business that provides opportunities for both adults and responsible kids to do something they love – working with and taking care of pets.  A pet sitting business is something the whole family can enjoy and participate in. You can start with a handful of dogs  and grow as much as you want over time. A pet sitting business is easy to start and has minimal start up cost.

It's best to limit your service area to within 7 - 10 miles of your home, as this will make mapping your work easier and keep gas costs to a minimum.You also need to register with the National Pet Sitting Registry in your Area. This lets your clients know that you have a professional pet sitting business.

Pricing is one of the main things that you will need to consider before pet sitting for profit. You should contact the National Pet Sitters Registry and several local competitors. Find out what they offer and what they charge for their services. This will also help you to decide exactly what pet sitting services you will provide. Decide what your per-visit rate is going to be. Most pet sitters charge between €12 to €20. But very rich areas may be willing to pay more for your service. Also take into consideration how much you will be doing on each visit. Some visits may be as simple as a feeding. Some may require that you walk and play with the pet or administer medicine. Adjust accordingly.

Advertise your pet sitting business by having cards printed. Hand them out to everyone you meet. Also, have flyers printed and post them on public bulletin boards. It helps to make sure the flyers have pictures of cats and dogs, as this will attract the attention of pet owners to your ad. Make sure all your contact information is on them - name, phone numbers, email address, another very good  way  to get your business known is to let local veterinarian offices, and pet stores know about your services. Prepare flyers for them to display, or leave your business cards for them to give to their clients. Don't forget about some of the free classified services on the internet.