Contracts for Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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It is essential to have a written contract as a pet sitter and dog walker. Figuring out how to write a contract and what to include can seem overwhelming, but I break everything down for you in this video!
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@thecrew5606 10 ай бұрын

I would. Hire you to walk my dog based on that mustash

@ambervds4585 2 жыл бұрын

We initially used contracts from Pet Sitters Internation. We then found even with customization it wasn't enough and we totally reformatting and then sent to a lawyer we know personally to do a quick review. All of ours are now online and they accept on our software which is consideredegally binding in 2021 and beyond. We also have a secondary emergency pet care Veterinary Release as well with DNR type info .

@The_Gallowglass 10 ай бұрын

Yeah, a lot of people didn't want a contract or paper trail when I did landscaping. The landscaping work itself was fun and I got to be outside. Its the people that make it hard. People try to get everything for nothing and look for any excuse to deny you payment.

@MultiCookie65 Жыл бұрын

I hired a lawyer to also do my contract. And thank God I did because it covers me and it also covers the client as well. I've had one too many instances. I did not have this in the beginning when I started my business almost 4 years ago. But this is what this job is all about learning as you go and putting it in a contract of how you want to run your business

@sareei003 3 ай бұрын

Any suggestions to someone starting out?

@sareei003 3 ай бұрын

Hi Doug I'm just starting out pet sitting in my home/farm. I would like to get some tips for how to handle my situation legally. I'm in SE Pennsylvania and I have the perfect situation to make this successful but don't know how to cover myself and client pups. Would love to chat further, TYIA, Paula

@VivyBDesigns Жыл бұрын

Valuable info. Thank you!

@laurentorres9699 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all of the details!!

@oscarvalle6978 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this information 🎉

@Julha77 2 жыл бұрын

I love your energy dude. This was so helpful. Thank you for the info, support, and solidarity.

@DougtheDogGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@michellemariemullen9681 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome insight! Wonderful instructions. Thank You for your positive influence 🙏

@DougtheDogGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@VeganDynamite 2 жыл бұрын

I need to update my contracts for the new year, so this video is helpful! I'm glad you mentioned not using aversive training methods - I won't use them either, but will help clients transition to more appropriate equipment. Definitely want to include that in my client agreement. Thanks!

@DougtheDogGuy 2 жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting

@MT-yr7pt 2 жыл бұрын

Same here! I've been needing to update my contracts for a while! One thing I can't wait to add is not using retractable leashes! I would love to put all retractable leashes that are used for routine dog walking in a pile and just set them ablaze. 🔥

@TwoSoulsOneTail Жыл бұрын

This is SO HELPFUL! Thank you so much!

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

@oscarmaradiaga8449 Жыл бұрын

Amazing content , just getting started with pet sitting . I will be bing watching your channel . Thank you . I have liked and shared this video !

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Congratulations on your new business, you got this!!

@emmapataialii8631 Жыл бұрын

Actual champion business information!

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@NickofTimeDogWalks 7 ай бұрын

Literally the best dog walking business man channel. Doesn’t leave anything out. I wish I could speak as good as you. Do you truly believe paying 400$ for time to pet is worth it? Besides the gps tacking and payments how is it worth it? If you have time to answer me, I appreciate it.

@DougtheDogGuy 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! I 100% feel that Time to Pet is worth every penny. I used other softwares in the past and I wouldn’t even consider anything besides Time to Pet at this point. Their features and their customer service are on a whole different level than any other pet sitting software available currently. (Just my opinion)

@essenceveterinary2878 2 жыл бұрын

Hey cool dude.. U are working great.. From a vet doctor from India

@DougtheDogGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Michelle.777 2 жыл бұрын

I am so grateful for all your videos! I have been a sitter for 3 years and want to venture off on my own but I’m stressing out with all these details. I would love to pick your brain and get some one on one advise. If you offer coaching or can chat please let me know! I appreciate you!

@DougtheDogGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I don't currently offer any coaching, but maybe in the future! I'd be happy to answer any questions you have though.

@jbeachboy100 Жыл бұрын

@@DougtheDogGuy where do you get these contract documents for sitters and walkers?

@shawnwillis767 Жыл бұрын

@@jbeachboy100 ???🙏🏻🙏🏻

@clacamera911 10 ай бұрын

Do you have editable contracts for download?

@taylorvoorhees452 10 ай бұрын

Hey doug, I live in Florida do you have a site you recommend for getting insuranced and bonded?

@genesisdavila3485 3 ай бұрын

Regarding writting the documents. Now we have the help of AI! I did all my documents with the help of chat gpt. They were super easy to make.

@DougtheDogGuy 2 ай бұрын

ChatGPT helps a lot! It didn’t exist back when I made this video lol. I would urge you to get your contract reviewed by an attorney before implanting it, though. I don’t trust that a ChatGPT document stand up in court should it ever come to that.

@Wannakatana2112 17 күн бұрын

I have a quick question, i went to a clients house, 2 German shepherds, went to the house and the dogs in cages went crazy and tried to stack me. What would you do?? I hated to cancel a booking but i was truly scared. Of course they said it never happened before implying it was my fault. I went back to try again, same thing. I met them beforehand, one was very nice and sweet, the other was not so sure but i felt it would be ok. She was totally different when i came alone .

@arlettezambrano3894 8 ай бұрын

How long of a contract is too long? The one I currently have is over 10 pages, but it includes the client info, pet info, vet release, key authorization, waiver and release, and the policies. Is it too much? I think I may have too many policies.

@leanneburgergoingaway1801 10 ай бұрын

What happens if you have been going for 18 years and don't think k client want to re do contracts again ?

@drkmoondrkmoon9244 2 жыл бұрын

Hi this is perfect im barely starting my own dog walking biz and have a lot of questions. Im scared yet excited. I started with getting insurance as Dba, but i want an Llc and want to also get bonded. But how much bonding coverage do i need to start? I live in California, also if i wanted to include pet transportation, do i need a separate insurance? Cause the one i got they told me it doesn't cover

@DougtheDogGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your new business! I would recommend getting as much bond coverage as your provider offers (or as much as your can afford). And I'd recommend looking into Pet Sitter's Associates for the pet transport insurance if your main provider doesn't offer it. They have a-la-cart options for specialty services

@drkmoondrkmoon9244 2 жыл бұрын

@@DougtheDogGuy ok thankyou for your reply

@taylorgibbons2071 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Do you sign the doc as the company or as your individual name?

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

You would sign your own name :)

@jbeachboy100 Жыл бұрын

@@DougtheDogGuy how did you come up with what to put in contract and how you started?

@Goldenbudgetsavings2 Жыл бұрын

How can I get get new clients? I’ve been a pet sitting business since 2017 and that was one of my best times but when I went to California I lost everyone except one or two people and I can’t get back up help please

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

Hey Sarah! Here is my video on getting pet sitting and dog walking clients: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b9SYqMqBntbDfGQ.html

@tammymarzullo730 Жыл бұрын

Im looking to get bonded, can you recommend a reliable company to do that with??? Im in NJ.

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

I get my bonding with my insurance through the Business Insurers of the Carolinas: petsitterinsurance.com/

@loneryee Жыл бұрын

Are other people/business allow to use your contract?

@DougtheDogGuy Жыл бұрын

I don't sell my exact contract, but you can schedule a strategy session with me and I'd love to walk you through what exactly you need to include and the wording. And there are some good templates online that you can tailor to fit your business. badtothebonepetcare.com/forpetsitters/