🚀 Launching Soon · Pet Sitters Wanted
Be your neighbourhood's
favourite pet sitter.
We're building a team of local pet sitters before opening to pet owners. Join now and be the first in your neighbourhood.
Pre-Launch
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Signing up pet sitters now
Pet owners: join waitlist to be first
All ages welcome
● Accepting signups
Who walks dogs on PetNow?
Students, kids, and anyone who loves being outside with animals.
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Students
Earn after school
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Kids (10+)
Walk with a parent
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College students
Between classes
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Stay-at-home parents
Walk with the kids
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Dog lovers
Any age, any experience
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Professionals
Experienced sitters too
📢 We're signing up pet sitters first.
Once we have enough trusted walkers in your area, we'll open to pet owners. Join now = priority placement.
Ready to make this your
best summer?
Free · 2 minutes · All ages welcome
How much can
you earn?
Slide to see your summer income.
How many walks per week?
15 walks20
Your rate per walk:
$100
per week
$400
per month
$1,200
all summer
That's 200 ice cream cones 🍦
After 10% PetNow fee: $90/week
$20
per walk
That's a lot of ice cream
Only 10%
platform fee
vs Rover 20% · Wag 40%
Free
to join
All ages welcome
See full earnings breakdown ▸
Service
Rate
You keep
🐕 30-min walk
$20–26
$18–23
🐈 Cat check-in
$18–24
$16–22
🏠 Full day sitting
$50–80
$45–72
🌙 Overnight
$60–95
$54–86
Free to join · 2 minutes · All ages
Your pet deserves someone nearby.
We're almost ready.
We're building a trusted network of local pet sitters. Join the waitlist and we'll notify you when your neighbourhood goes live.
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Busy day
Someone local handles the walk.
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Bad weather
You stay in. Your dog still gets out.
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Away for the weekend
Your pet stays happy with someone local.
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Military service
Serve with peace of mind. Your pet is safe.
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Low energy or injured
Get help without the guilt.
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Local to you
Lives in your neighbourhood.
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Meet first
Free meet & greet.
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Photo updates
See your pet happy.
How it works
Start in under
Start in under
2 minutes.
Customers
1
Choose what you need
2
See local helpers
3
Book or request
4
Get help fast
Providers
1
Sign up
2
Set your area
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Accept requests
4
Get paid
Best Friend
This face. Every morning.
Golden
Happy walks, happy dogs.
Pure Joy
This is what you get paid for.
Smiles
Be the best part of their day.
Find your pet's
new best friend.
Your PetNow
Adventure
7 chapters. Real skills. Earn every badge.
Biscuit's mood: 😐
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Chapter 1 — Meet Your First Pet!
It's Monday afternoon. You just got home from school and checked your phone. Mrs. Chen down the street posted that she needs someone to walk Biscuit, her golden retriever. He's 3 years old, loves belly rubs, and goes crazy for cheese treats. This is your chance to become his new favourite person!
How do you introduce yourself?
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"Hi! I love dogs and I'd love to walk Biscuit!"
Friendly and enthusiastic.
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"Hi Mrs. Chen! I'm from down the street. Can I come meet Biscuit first so he gets comfortable with me?"
Polite, personal, and thoughtful.
What you learned
- Introduce yourself by name — it makes owners feel safe
- Ask about the pet: favourite treats, allergies, walking spots
- Ask if anything scares them (loud noises, other dogs, bikes)
- Let the dog come to YOU — hand out low, palm down, let them sniff
- Crouch down to their level — less scary for nervous pets
🛡️Safety First: Always meet a new pet with a parent or guardian the first time.
🧠Did You Know? Dogs can smell 10,000x better than humans. When Biscuit sniffs your hand, he's learning where you've been, what you ate, and how you're feeling!
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Badge Earned: First Hello!
Chapter 2 — Get Ready for the Walk
Walk day! You arrive at Mrs. Chen's. Biscuit is spinning in circles, tail going like a helicopter. Mrs. Chen hands you the leash and says "Have fun!" You're about to walk out the door...
What do you do before heading out?
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"Clip the leash on and let's go — Biscuit can't wait!"
His excitement is contagious!
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"Check the collar (2-finger rule), clip the leash, grab water and bags, and know my route."
30-second prep = pro walker.
The Walker's Checklist
- Collar/harness fits properly (2-finger rule)
- Leash clipped securely to the D-ring
- Poop bags (bring at least 2!)
- Water bottle for the dog (especially in summer)
- Treats (ask owner first!)
- Know your walking route
- Phone charged (for photos + emergencies)
- Told a parent where you're going and when you'll be back
🛡️Safety First: Hot pavement burns paws! Put the back of your hand on the sidewalk for 5 seconds. Too hot for you = too hot for them.
🧠Did You Know? A dog's nose print is unique, like a human fingerprint. No two dogs in the world have the same nose!
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Badge Earned: Prepared Pro!
Chapter 3 — On the Walk
You and Biscuit are walking down Maple Street. He's trotting happily, tail wagging. Then — he spots another dog across the road and starts pulling HARD on the leash!
What do you do?
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"Hold the leash firm, stay calm, and keep walking. Biscuit will follow my lead."
Stay calm — dogs read your energy.
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"Stop, ask Biscuit to sit, wait for the other dog to pass, then treat and say 'Good boy!'"
Teach calm = reward.
Dog Walking Etiquette
- Walk on the sidewalk — always between the dog and traffic
- Let dogs sniff — that's how they read the news! 10-15 seconds each spot
- Always pick up after them — double bag it, find a bin. No exceptions.
- Ask before approaching other dogs — "Is your dog friendly?" EVERY time
- Never let a dog off-leash unless in a fenced, owner-approved area
- Cross at crosswalks — look both ways, dog sits before crossing
- Keep leash short near roads — about 3 feet
Reading Dog Body Language
😊
Happy: Tail wagging, relaxed ears, open mouth
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Nervous: Tail tucked, ears back, licking lips
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Alert: Ears up, body stiff, staring
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Playful: Front legs down, butt up (play bow!)
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Tired: Slowing down, lying down = head home
🛡️Safety First: Never approach a strange dog without asking the owner. Even friendly dogs can be nervous.
🧠Did You Know? When dogs sniff the ground, they're reading "messages" from other dogs — who was here, how long ago, and how they felt. It's like doggy social media!
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Badge Earned: Walk Master!
Chapter 4 — After the Walk
Awesome walk! Biscuit is happy and tired. You're back at Mrs. Chen's door. He drinks water and flops on his bed. Mrs. Chen asks, "How did it go?"
How do you tell Mrs. Chen about the walk?
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"It was great! Biscuit had fun. See you next time!"
Friendly and positive.
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"We walked 25 min to the park! He loved sniffing by the river. I sent you a photo — he was a star today!"
Details + photo = 5 stars.
After Every Walk
- Fresh water — always make sure the dog has water when you return
- Quick paw check — rocks, thorns, hot pavement burns between toes
- Wipe muddy paws — ask where towels are on your first visit
- Send a photo + message — owners LOVE this
- Report anything important — ate something weird, seemed tired, limped
- Ask "Same time next week?" — this builds regular clients
🛡️Safety First: Always tell a parent where you walked and when you got back.
🧠Did You Know? Dogs wag their tail to the RIGHT when they see someone they trust. If Biscuit wags right when you arrive — you've made a real friend!
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Badge Earned: 5-Star Sitter!
Chapter 5 — Understanding Dogs
Two weeks in. Biscuit runs to the door when he hears you coming. You're not just his walker — you're his friend. But every dog is different. The more you understand them, the better friend you'll be.
What kind of sitter do you want to be?
❤️
"I already love dogs — that's the most important thing!"
Love is the foundation.
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"I want to learn everything about dogs — the more I know, the better I can care for them."
The best sitters never stop learning.
What Every Dog Needs
- Exercise — most dogs need 30-60 min of activity per day
- Fresh water — always available, especially after walks
- Mental stimulation — sniffing, new routes, puzzle toys
- Routine — same walker, same time = happy dog
- Affection — pets, praise, treats. They understand your tone!
Seasonal Tips for Canadian Walkers
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Summer: Walk early/evening. Bring water. Watch hot pavement.
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Fall: Wet leaves are slippery! Bring a flashlight for evening walks.
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Winter: Shorter walks in cold. Watch for road salt on paws.
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Spring: Mud season! Extra paw wipes. Allergy season for dogs too.
🛡️Safety First: If a dog seems sick (won't walk, limping, vomiting), tell the owner immediately. You're a walker, not a vet — knowing when to ask for help makes you GREAT.
🧠Did You Know? Dogs understand about 165 words — smart breeds learn up to 250! When you talk to them on walks, they really ARE listening.
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Badge Earned: Dog Expert!
Chapter 6 — Growing Your Business
One month in. You have 4 regular clients: Mrs. Chen (Biscuit), Mr. Patel (Coco), the Taylors (Duke), and grandma (Pepper). You've earned $340 and people call you "the neighbourhood dog walker."
What's your next move?
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"Keep my routine — my clients are happy and I'm reliable."
Consistency is everything!
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"Set a summer goal, make a schedule, and tell my friends to join too!"
Think like a business owner.
Growing Your Business
- Ask for reviews after 3 great walks — new clients find you this way
- Raise your rate after 10+ reviews — you've earned it!
- Keep a simple schedule — mornings, after school, weekends
- It's okay to say no — better to do 4 walks perfectly than 6 and be late
- Tell everyone — school friends, parents' chats, neighbourhood groups
- Walk with a friend — safer, more fun, handle bigger dogs together
- Make it a family thing — walk with siblings or parents!
Plan Your Summer Income
Walks per week: 5
$1200
by September (12 weeks at $20/walk)
That's 600 ice cream cones! 🍦
🛡️Safety First: Walk with a buddy when you can — safer AND more fun.
🧠Did You Know? The average dog walker walks 5km/day. Over summer, that's 420km — almost Ottawa to Toronto!
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Badge Earned: Business Builder!
Chapter 7 — Building Your Community
End of summer. You walked 200+ dogs. You earned real money. You made Mrs. Chen's week easier every Tuesday. You checked on Mr. Patel's cat when he was in the hospital. You taught your little sister to walk Pepper safely. You're someone your neighbourhood relies on.
What happens next?
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"This was amazing. I can't wait to keep going!"
Every walk made a pet happy and a life easier.
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"I want to help even more — let's get my friends to join and cover the whole neighbourhood!"
Think like a community leader.
How You Make Your Neighbourhood Better
- Help seniors who can't walk their dogs — Rex stays healthy AND Mrs. Thompson keeps her best friend
- Support military families — when a parent is deployed, their pets still need love
- Check on neighbours' pets when they're on vacation
- Teach younger kids to walk dogs safely — walk with them until confident
- Volunteer at local shelters on weekends
- Start a neighbourhood pet check-in group with friends
The Bigger Picture
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Responsibility — Showing up when someone counts on you
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Trust — People in your neighbourhood know your name
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Independence — Money you earned yourself
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Compassion — Making a real difference in a pet's day
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Leadership — Other kids look up to you
🛡️Safety First: You're never too young to make a difference, and never too old to ask for help. That's what community means.
🧠Did You Know? Studies show kids who care for animals grow up more empathetic, responsible, and confident. You're literally becoming a better person!
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Badge Earned: Community Hero!
Your Badges
🌟
First Hello
🎒
Prepared
🐕
Walk Master
📸
5-Star
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Dog Expert
📅
Business
🏆
Hero
Under 10? Do this adventure with a parent — it's even more fun together.
After you sign up
Here's what
Here's what
happens next.
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Tell us about yourself
Name, neighbourhood, what you love about animals. Two minutes.
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Meet your neighbours
Pet owners nearby see your profile. You choose who to help.
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Make your first walk
Show up. Make a friend. Send a photo. This is what community looks like.
Common questions
Everything you
Everything you
need to know.
Do I need experience? +
• No experience needed
• If you love animals and show up on time, you're ready
• Many of our carers started with zero experience
• If you love animals and show up on time, you're ready
• Many of our carers started with zero experience
How do I get paid? +
• Weekly direct deposit via Stripe
• Clear breakdown every time: your rate, 10% fee, tips
• No chasing payments — it's all automatic
• Clear breakdown every time: your rate, 10% fee, tips
• No chasing payments — it's all automatic
Is it really free to join? +
• Completely free to sign up
• We only take 10% when you earn
• That's the lowest fee in the industry
• We only take 10% when you earn
• That's the lowest fee in the industry
How many hours do I need to commit? +
• Zero minimum hours
• Accept requests when you want, decline when you don't
• Perfect for after school, between classes, or weekends
• Accept requests when you want, decline when you don't
• Perfect for after school, between classes, or weekends
Can I walk dogs for people I already know? +
That's exactly what PetNow is for:
• Walk your grandma's dog while she's at an appointment
• Help your neighbour down the street with their puppy
• Care for your teacher's cat over the weekend
• Take your aunt's dog out after school
This is community — and you earn while you do it.
• Walk your grandma's dog while she's at an appointment
• Help your neighbour down the street with their puppy
• Care for your teacher's cat over the weekend
• Take your aunt's dog out after school
This is community — and you earn while you do it.
What happens after I sign up? +
• We review your signup within 24 hours
• You set up your profile, rates, and availability
• Pet owners in your area find you and send requests
• You set up your profile, rates, and availability
• Pet owners in your area find you and send requests
How old do I need to be? +
• No minimum age
• Under 10: we recommend walking with a parent or guardian
• 10–17: walk independently in your neighbourhood
• 18+: full access, set your own schedule
• Under 10: we recommend walking with a parent or guardian
• 10–17: walk independently in your neighbourhood
• 18+: full access, set your own schedule
Can my parents sign me up? +
• Yes — many of our youngest carers are signed up by parents
• Mom or dad can walk alongside you to get started
• It's the best way to learn responsibility together
• Mom or dad can walk alongside you to get started
• It's the best way to learn responsibility together
Make this your
best summer ever.
Walk dogs. Make friends. Earn money. Be the reason someone smiles today.
Free to join · All ages welcome · Under 10? Walk with a parent
