Dog Walker Jobs
Earn £300–600/week
Join UrPetPals and get paid to walk dogs near you. Keep 82% of every booking — the best rate in the UK. Your first 10 bookings: 0% commission.
Takes 3 minutes · No DBS required · Start this week
82%
You keep per booking
0%
First 10 bookings
£600+
Top earner/week
24h
Approval time
Why choose UrPetPals over Rover?
82% pay rate
Highest in the UK. Rover pays 60%. At full time that's £100+/week more in your pocket.
0% for first 10 bookings
Your launch pad — keep 100% of every booking while you build your reputation.
Instant payments
Paid directly to your bank via Stripe after every walk. No weekly batch payments.
Work when you want
Toggle online when you're available. Accept or decline any job. Complete flexibility.
Tech that sells you
Live GPS tracking and photo updates make you look premium. Owners pay more for that.
Multiple services
Walk dogs, sit pets, groom, feed — offer what you love and build a full-service income.
The maths: UrPetPals vs Rover
Same number of walks. Same clients. Completely different take-home pay.
Based on £17.50 average walk price. Actual earnings vary by location and services offered.
Dog walker jobs near you
Find local salary data, demand levels and top earning spots for your area:
Runcorn
Growing fast£280–420/wk
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Warrington
High demand£300–460/wk
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Liverpool
High demand£320–480/wk
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Manchester
Very high£350–520/wk
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Chester
Growing fast£270–400/wk
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Widnes
Early mover£250–380/wk
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How it works
Create your free profile
Name, postcode, services, short bio. Takes 3 minutes. No fees to join.
Get approved in 24h
We review your profile and approve you. Then you're visible to pet owners near you.
Go online
Toggle online in your provider dashboard. Booking requests start coming in from your area.
Walk, earn, repeat
Accept jobs, deliver great service, get paid instantly via Stripe. Build reviews. Grow your income.
What our providers say
“I left my 9-5 to walk dogs full time. With UrPetPals I keep 82p of every £1 — on Rover I was keeping barely 60p.”
Amy S.
Dog Walker, Manchester
“Jobs come to me — I just accept or decline. Payments are instant and I've never had a problem getting paid.”
Tom R.
Pet Sitter, Liverpool
“The flexibility is unmatched. I set my own hours and the earnings beat any traditional job I've had.”
Jade W.
Walker & Groomer, Birmingham
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to become a dog walker with UrPetPals?
No formal experience is required. If you're comfortable handling dogs of different sizes and breeds, you can join. Your bio lets you showcase your love of animals and any relevant experience you have.
How much do dog walkers earn in the UK in 2026?
Most UK dog walkers earn £14–25 per hour for solo walks, or £10–16 for group walks. UrPetPals providers keep 82% of every booking — that's £12–21 of every solo walk going directly to you. Full-time walkers in busy cities earn £400–600+/week.
How is UrPetPals different from Rover?
Two main differences: you keep 82% (vs 60% on Rover), and you get paid instantly after every walk (not in weekly batches). At full time, that's £100+ more per week and no cash flow issues.
Do I need public liability insurance?
We recommend it but it's not required to get started. Many providers join without insurance and take out cover once they're earning regularly. We provide a recommended insurers list in your welcome email.
Can I offer services other than dog walking?
Yes. UrPetPals lets you offer dog walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet feeding, vet runs, dog training, garden cleaning and bathing. Many providers offer 3–4 services to diversify their income.
How quickly can I start earning?
Most providers take their first booking within a week of approval. You can be live on the platform within 24–48 hours of applying. Your first 10 bookings are 0% commission — full earnings in your pocket.
Ready to start earning?
Join 1,200+ pet professionals earning more with UrPetPals. Apply in 3 minutes. Your first 10 bookings are completely free.
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