Quote Originally Posted by BOBS DAD
This is a very good post... and you've gotten some really good responses to it. It "is" hard to know what to charge and decipher your responses, as many parts of the country live in differing economic conditions (as mentioned by a few). I would say you should try and compare it to a similar job in your area - say maybe babysitting. Or how much does your local McDonalds pay someone to flip a hamburger??? You can always ask those that you intend to work for what they feel is an honest wage. Most decent, dog loving folks will be square with you.

And finally, I must say that I admire you young folks and your ambition(s). And you are all so bright and articulate as well - I enjoy reading your posts!!!
Thank you!

Quote Originally Posted by Vela
You also have to take into account that if something were to happen to someone's dog while you had it in your possession, while walking it, and incurred either vet bills or death that you/your parents could end up being responsible for it. You may want to think about having a contract written up that must be signed by the owners in case something were to happen, that would absolve you of any responsibility as long as you took proper care and precautions to prevent an incident. You may think nothing could happen like that but it does, all the time.
Like what kind of contract What should it say