pet care???

[tinksmama]

I'm asking this for my teen son...he's considering starting a small "business" for friends and neighbors- pet sitting/walking,etc.
Kind of stopping in a set number of times per day,let doggie out,feed,pet,etc while owner is away for the weekend,etc. We're wondering,what would be a good price for him to quote these friends? I pay a neighbor kid to care for my dogs when we're away,and it works so well for us,we figured he could do it for some others we know....thanks for advice!

 

[skittledoo]

Your best bet would be to research online what other people in your area are quoting for pet care. I was doing dog walking and sitting for a little while. I charged a little bit below what most actual big pet care companies were charging... part of it was because I hadn't been doing it long enough to truly build up good references and part of it was to make my prices more appealing. I made sure that I was worth every dollar and wish I hadn't stopped since I miss my clients.

 

[mjb]

The pet sitter we use, and she's a lady who has left a company and trying to start her own client list, charges by the visit....so people can decide if they want 2 visits a day or 3, or even more. Or just one if it's during the work day.

She also guarantees that she will visit the pet a half an hour each time she comes by.

 

[wishbone]

I've seen in some pet sitting site they are charging around $10-$20 per dog. Didn't get the coverage of the service but they are pretty nice.