How Dog Sitters Can Find New Customers

Dog sitters have a fun and exciting job. They get to care for man’s best friend for most of their time. They can extend their services as paid (for a small fee) or as voluntary. Because of this, the dog sitting business could actually be considered as a vocation rather than as a business venture. Dog sitters can still have a more substantial income from the dog sitting business by finding new customers. Marketing a dog sitting business is an informal, but nevertheless, a fun undertaking. Below are simple ways to find additional clients for a dog sitting business.

Create Business Cards and Flyers

Business cards reflect a dog sitter’s dedication to his/her tasks. Business cards remain with a client for longer periods of time, thus ensuring an extended dog sitting business. Business cards can be created through publishing software. These cards should include basic contact information, location, and a simple quote to encourage clients to pick up the phone.

Flyers are more easily created using word processors. They can be either given out or posted on light poles and/or trees. They should be readable one-liners since people who pass by have only seconds to spare to read them. Contact numbers should be in large font sizes. An image of a puppy or a dog may be included.

Visit a Dog Park A local dog park is a great venue to meet other dog owners who may need dog sitting services. Dog parks are also excellent places to give out calling cards and post flyers. When visiting dog parks, sitters should bring their own well-cared for dogs to justify themselves to other owners. Seek the Aid of Veterinary Clinics

Although veterinary clinics have boarding services, some of their clients want their pets to be constantly on the move, and thus prefer dog sitters. Dog sitters could ask veterinary clinic to refer their clients to them, or to give out their business cards or flyers/brochures.

Dog sitters who affiliate with veterinary clinics should prove their skill and credibility. They should perform their dog sitting tasks effectively to convince veterinarians to refer them more.

Get Involved in Animal Shelters and Causes

Animal shelters can refer dog sitters to adopters. Volunteering can also set a good image for the dog sitter to the community. People would more likely contact a dog sitter who supports animal welfare causes.

Networking

Dog sitters could ask existing clients if they know of people who would be willing to avail of their services. They can ask them to refer their services to relatives or friends. They could also ask their current client bases to give them a hand in distributing their business cards and flyers.

Justify Efficiency

Dog owners finding new dog sitters are extremely cautious. They want to find a person who shares their love for dogs. Dog sitters could justify themselves by offering character references from their client bases. They could also present certifications or trainings attended like on how to administer first aid to dogs. Dog owners would sometimes give a “trial period.” Dog sitters should effectively utilize this period to prove their worth.