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No specific school or training is required if you want to become a dog walker or pet sitter, whether it's part-time or full-time. Anyone can do this activity outside of work or studies as long as they are serious and trustworthy. However, if you want to do this job professionally, you may need to provide a Certificate of Capacity for domestic pet species (CCAD). Additionally, having a diploma or training in the field of animals and agriculture will give clients extra peace of mind. This could be a vocational Bac focused on animal specialization or an agricultural CAP.

The tasks of a dog sitter are varied and can meet all your needs and those of your furry friend. A dog sitter can provide you with three different types of services: - Dog walking: You can't come home at noon to walk your dog with a guilty conscience. Thanks to the dog walking service, your dog can safely stretch their legs in your absence. The dog walker picks up your pooch at your home, takes them for a walk, and lets them relieve themselves. You can give them a precise route to follow or let them decide themselves. - In-home dog sitting: The dog sitter will come to your home to take care of your dog while you're away. They'll take care of your pet, feed them, take them for walks, play with them, take care of their grooming, and cuddle them. It's the perfect solution for dogs who don't like leaving their environment and want to maintain their routine. - In-home dog sitting with a host family: If in-home sitting isn't possible, you can have your dog stay with a host family, which is the dog sitter's home. Your dog will share their daily routine, interact with family members, and other pets. It's an excellent alternative. This is the ideal solution if your dog is social!

If the activity may sometimes surprise, hiring a dog walker can be practical, and it is in many cases. Each dog needs regular physical activity, and at least two walks a day are recommended. So there are many advantages to entrusting your pet to a dog walker: • It's an ideal solution if you don't have the time to walk your dog every day. • If you have health problems that prevent you from taking long walks with your dog, a dog sitter can be a real asset. • If you live in the city and/or in an apartment, a dog sitter can take your dog to the park or countryside. • Finding a professional who loves animals allows you to have peace of mind if you don't want your dog to stay in the house for short periods, for example during cleaning or receiving guests or if you want to go on vacation without your pet. • Regular walks will allow your dog to let off steam and make him calmer when he returns home.

Dogs have an intrinsic need for physical activity and at least two walks per day. Additionally, they need companionship that their owners cannot always provide. A dog walker's role is to assist busy owners. Dog sitting is a new activity that constitutes the ideal solution for your pet in your absence or during vacations.

Offline, free ads often appear on bulletin boards, for example in supermarkets, animal shelters, training centers or veterinary clinics. But of course, you can also search for good dog sitters online. On the Starofservice website, you can find a flexible dog sitter near you by entering your zip code. Whether you are looking for a dog sitter for one or a few hours, a night or more, you will find what you are looking for there. In addition to desired locations, you can add preferences to your search, such as the type of care or a four-legged playmate.

As a general rule, dog walkers charge between 10 and 15 € per hour. There are also packages ranging from 20 to 30 € for certain specific walks (for example, in the forest). Prices decrease depending on the duration and frequency of walks. Thus, hiring a walker 2 or 3 times a week allows for negotiating their hourly rate. For dog-sitting services at home, you can expect to pay between 10 and 25 € per day.

As there is no specific training to become a dog walker, the choice of such a professional is mainly a matter of feeling. As always, it is important to entrust your dog to a trustworthy person who is passionate about animals. Different criteria can help you choose a dog walker: • Their knowledge of dogs, their breeds (Labrador, Husky, Shepherd, Walker, sled dogs, small dogs, etc.) and dog training; • How they treat the dog; • Their previous experience in the canine environment and in animal care; • The type of walk and care solution they offer; • Their availability. Don't forget to always ask if the dog walker will take care of other dogs while also taking care of yours. Sometimes, a walk with a few animals is an opportunity to socialize your dog, but it can be dangerous if your animal is dominant or doesn't like company. Before hiring a dog sitter, don't hesitate to ask for the opinions of former clients. Word of mouth is always a good indicator of selection.

Are you trained in canine education and behavior? Can you decipher a dog's calming signals? How many dogs will be present in your "pack", and will you be accompanied by another walker with their own group? How long will the walk actually last? What methods and equipment do you use? Do you have liability insurance? Do you have a contract to be signed? Are you certified to provide canine first aid? What type of vehicle do you transport the dogs in?