Rover offers doggy daycare services for pet owners throughout the local area. Its network includes thousands of pet sitters that are available to care for dogs while their owners work or travel. The service connects sitters with clients online or through its app. Customers can meet with sitters prior to booking, and services are available for a range of dogs, including high-energy puppies and dogs with special needs.
Dearborn Dog Walker LLC walks dogs for owners in the Dearborn community. The team is known for reasonable fees, friendly service, and reliable care for dog walking as well as pet sitting services for those working long hours or traveling and is Pet FirstAid Certified by the American Red Cross. The price for a 20 to 30-minute walk can be found online, and there is no charge for a second dog from the same family. Fees for daily sitting including a walk and vacation sitting including walks and basic house care can also be seen on Dearborn's website. The service is a registered business, fully insured via Pet Sitters Associates LLC, has been named the best dog walker in metro Detroit in 2012 and 2013 by "Vote 4 The Best," and also can refer clients to its preferred veterinarian and groomer. The owner is a retired Ford Motor Company employee and US Navy veteran.
Gentle Pet Protectors has been handling dog walking in Dearborn for over 10 years. The team focuses on pet safety and care in the owner's home via daily dog walking and exercise services, play time, companionship, puppy care, medication/injection administration, and special needs care. Pet sitting for dogs, cats, and exotics, general house sitting, and pet taxi services are also available as well as crate and puppy training, overnight care in the client's home or Gentle Pet owner's home, brushing, and pet massage, and the group collaborates with veterinarians as needed. Gentle Pet Protectors is fully insured, bonded, and certified in CPR/First Aid, a member of Pet Sitters International, and was voted Best Pet Sitter in Metro Detroit four years in a row by the “Click on Detroit 4 the Best.” Past clients recommend the service for its attention to detail, dependability, affordable rates, and compassionate care for all animals.
Pet Shepherds of MI, LLC walks dogs for residents of Detroit and boasts over 20 years of experience in the field. The company is bonded and insured and provides daily dog walks, potty breaks with playtime, love and interaction, pet sitting, pet taxi services to veterinarian and groomer appointments, and overnight sitting as well as records of every visit for owners to read through, emergency preparedness plans and back-up procedures, and constant communication with a doggie parent via the client's preferred method, be it phone, Skype, FaceTime, text, or email. Walks normally take place between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM and last 30 minutes, but walkers can be flexible given a client's scheduling needs. Visits will include the normal walk or potty break depending on the weather, fresh water, food if required, any necessary medications, and treats if permitted. Caregivers are American Red Cross Pet First-Aid Certified, and the group is a Member and Insured through Pet Sitters Associates.
PRO K-9 In-Home Training Professionals has been a dog walking company serving the Romulus community for over 15 years. Dog owners use PRO K-9 for its training-focused dog walking, which combines needed walks and exercise with training while improving the canine-human bond in a positive way via interaction and companionship. Young puppies, senior dogs, and dogs with special needs especially benefit as well as owners who work long hours, are on vacation, or are looking for a weekly reminder of proper obedience skills. Prices vary depending on where a client lives, and in-home pet sitting is also available. The group has worked with thousands of dogs and owners and specializes in the rehabilitation of dogs with severe behavioral problems via Dog Training for Life which features both in-home training and continuous support at weekly Socializing Groups. Additional options include Obedience, Behavior Modification & Socialization, Basic Program, Per Session, Train While You're Away, and Service Dog Training as well as the AKC's 10-step Canine Good Citizen© Testing.
There are several ways you can become a dog walker:
You don’t necessarily need professional training in dog walking to start a dog walking business; although, it might help! After creating a website, you’ll need to build up a clientele roster. You can do this by offering introductory competitive rates as you wait to grow a reputation in your area.
Usually, dogs should be allowed to rest with minimal activity the first 24-48 hours post-neutering. During this time, just take your dog out for their bathroom breaks. After that, you can start integrating short walks back into their routine. Your vet should provide you with clear guidelines for walking post-neutering.
