College is expensive! Books, supplies, housing,
transportation and meals- it can pile up quick! Getting a job while going to
school is a great way to earn extra cash, but a job can be challenging to fit
into a busy class schedule. If you are finding it hard to keep up with bills
and have some side cash for a little fun, you’ll need to find something with flexible
hours and the ability to work as much, or as little, as you need.
Looking for a job that is available when you are, can fit in
between classes and study times, and can even help you lower your stress and
anxiety levels to help you stay focused? We’ve got the pawfect gigs for you!
If you love dogs, working with them isn’t just financially
rewarding, but fun too! Taking pawdorable pups for walks also gets you some
exercise, and playing with them has been shown to reduce the release of the
stress-hormone cortisol, while boosting “good mood” hormones to combat stress,
anxiety and
depression.
- Decide which days you would like to work
- Work as much or as little as you want
- Choose the locations you want to walk in
- Fit in walks before and after classes, or even between them
- Choose which dogs you work with
- Get in your own steps during each walk
Got some more time you can use
earning money? Consider dog
sitting furbulous pooches in their own home. While there are times when Pet
Parents need sitters during the day, often dog sitting jobs are overnight or on
the weekends, which can give you lots of time to write that paper or get that
calculus homework done while the pup snoozes. Dog sitting often entails walking
dogs too, so you’ll still be getting in some exercise, plus you’ll get to enjoy
prime play times, and maybe even some
cuddle sessions
for more “good mood” hormones!
- Choose when you want to work
- Set the area you want to dog sit in
- Work as much or as little as you want
- Choose which dogs and Pet Parents you sit for
If you enjoy dog sitting and live in your own place, you can easily
expand to dog boarding. This convenient option allows you to dog sit pawtastic
pups in your own home. Dog boarding can be very flexible, as you can run to a
class or the library while the pup is safe and secure until you return. Jobs can
be for a night, several days, or even weeks at a time, which means one
dog boarding job could make you as much as many dog sitting or walking jobs
combined.
Becoming a dog boarder gives you:
- The ability to set your own rates
- Lots of flexibility with scheduling
- The convenience of working in your own home
- The company of a furtastic pooch
Considerations for Pet Caregivers
Becoming a dog walker, sitter or boarder can be a great way
to make extra cash. Each of these options allows you to be your own boss, and
your dog walking, dog sitting or boarding business will have the ability to
change with your ever-changing school schedule, and beyond.
However, running your own business can come with its own
challenges. Besides providing excellent service to pooches and their parents, you’ll
also be wholly responsible for advertising your business and finding clients, and
the legal issues of running a business, such as licensing and insurance. What
college student has time for all that?
A great way to start or build a
dog
walking,
dog sitting or dog boarding
business is to join a nationwide platform that already has a great reputation
and a long list of Pet Parents looking for someone just like you.
Ready to start earning money by spending time with furbulous dogs?
By joining Wag! as a Pet Caregiver, you can enjoy all the benefits of working
for yourself along with the perks a trusted dog care platform can bring to the
table. By letting Wag! take care of the business side, you can focus on the
best part of the job- spending time with dogs!
With Wag!, you can:
- Easily connect to Pet Parents seeking dog walkers, sitters
and boarders
- Set your own rates, schedule and locations you wish to work
in, and adjust whenever needed
- Choose from prescheduled or on-demand walks for 20, 30 or
60-minutes each
- Get notified when a dog walking, sitting or boarding job in
your area is available
- Set any preferences, such as working with only small dogs or elderly
pooches
- Create loyal clients who can make you their preferred Pet
Caregiver
- Grow your business by linking your Wag! profile to your own
social media or web pages
It only takes minutes to get started with Wag! Simply
download the
Wag! App on any device, and click “Become a Dog Walker (or Sitter)” from the
main menu! Once you are approved, you can use
the Wag! App to find clients and book jobs that fit into your busy schedule.
Think you have what it takes to be a dog walker,
sitter
or boarder? Don’t wait another moment to start filling your pockets, and begin
your dog walking, sitting or boarding business with
Wag! today!