Dog Walking Business Pricing Calculator
Pricing a dog walking service too low is one of the most common mistakes new pet care businesses make. This calculator factors in your target hourly wage, the actual walk duration, travel time between clients, and per-walk overhead costs to recommend a fair price per walk.
About this calculator
Figure out what to charge per dog walk based on your desired hourly wage, walk duration, travel time, and business expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I include travel time in pricing?
Yes. Time spent driving or walking between clients isn't billable directly, but it still takes up your working hours and should be reflected in your rates.
What counts as overhead per walk?
Overhead can include things like poop bags, leashes wear and tear, insurance, gas, and booking app fees allocated per walk.
How do I know what hourly wage to target?
Research local pet care wages and factor in that as a self-employed walker you're also covering your own taxes and benefits, so aim higher than a typical employee wage.