How Much Do Dog Walkers Get Paid?

For someone who enjoys being around animals, a dog walking service can be a great business to start. The schedule can be very flexible, the work can be rewarding and there is not a lot of inventory or supplies that need to be purchased.

The amount that a dog walker gets paid can vary widely, because the rates are often set by the dog walkers themselves. Geographical area, how often the dog walker will be walking the dog and the different services that a dog walker offers can greatly influence the rate charged. If a person just walks a dog occasionally while an owner is on vacation, they may charge a lower rate; whereas a person who walks a dog to a dog run and exercises them on a daily basis may be charged a higher rate.  

Though the rate can vary by area, dog walkers generally can get paid between $10 and $20 an hour. Some dog walkers charge per week which can range, depending on how many times a dog gets walked, between $50 and $100. To get the best idea of rates, a person should look on the Internet and find what local services are charging.  

There are many add-on services that a dog walker can offer to increase their pay. They may choose to charge more for including obedience lessons or play time with their regular walk. Some dog walkers offer to transport animals to the vet (for a fee). Other dog walkers offer pet sitting services when owners are on vacation or at work.