Dog Walking

[zoomer]

I was wondering what a good charge was for dog walking? I am going to do dog walking when the sun starts up, but have no idea how much to charge, I was hoping to experienced walkers or some people who know about it could help me. Thanks.

[BC_MoM]

I would say for an hourly walk, $5 is good.. maybe that's even a bargain. That's what I'm planning on charging when I start dog walking.

Are you saving up for some obedience classes for Buddy?

[zoomer]

Thank you! Do you think people think kids are responsible enough to walk their dogs It never seems they trust kids...

I was thinking of a harness but since the new collar is working well I think I will save up for classes

[BC_MoM]

Harness is a good idea.

I think most people will trust you..

But so they know you're serious and that they know they can trust you, you should question them, and ask to meet the dog before you walk.

Ask them the dislikes and likes of the dog, ask if he is good with children, other dogs.. that way you avoid hazards. Meeting the dog allows you and the dog to get to know each other.. which is always a good idea in case he gets away on you on your first walk. (Not saying he will, but I said the same thing to myself!) not a lot of dogs would like to come back to a person they have no liking for.

[zoomer]

Okay, thank you.

[jackie]

I think 5 bucks an hour is cheap, but i suppose it is all relative to where you live. In a big city, I think 10 per hour is fair.