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Plain answers for Canadians looking for elder care, child care, property care or pet care, and for the independent care professionals who provide it.

For care professionals · Pet care

How do I start a pet sitting business in Canada?

Starting a pet sitting or dog walking business in Canada? Business name registration, the GST/HST small supplier rule, insurance questions and simple records.

For care professionals · Pet care

How do I set my pet sitting rates?

How pet sitters and dog walkers in Canada set rates: pricing travel, overnights, multiple pets, medication and holidays, and presenting rates clearly.

For care professionals · Pet care

How do I find dog walking clients?

How independent dog walkers in Canada find clients: a clear profile, local presence, referrals within anti-spam rules, fast replies and a strong first meeting.

For care professionals · Pet care

What should I cover at a pet sitting meet-and-greet?

What pet sitters and dog walkers in Canada should cover at a meet-and-greet: key questions, a written agreement, keys, an emergency plan and cancellation terms.

For care professionals · Pet care

Should pet sitters take a pet first aid course?

Why pet sitters and dog walkers in Canada take pet first aid, what courses generally cover, where first aid ends and a vet begins, and what vet info to keep.