Dog walking is one of the UK's most scalable local side hustles. List your dog walking service on Bark and build to £1,000/month faster than you think.
The Dog Walking Maths — £1,000/Month
| Scenario | Dogs Per Day | Rate | Days/Week | Monthly Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solo walks (1 dog) | 4 | £15/walk | 5 days | £1,200/mo |
| Group walks (3 dogs) | 2 groups | £12/dog | 5 days | £1,440/mo |
| Mixed (solo + group) | 6 dogs total | £12–£15 | 5 days | £1,560/mo |
Licences and Requirements
- No formal licence required in most UK local authorities for dog walking
- Public liability insurance — essential, from £6–£15/month
- DBS check — not legally required but strongly valued by clients
- First aid for animals — highly recommended
Growing Your Dog Walking Business
- Start with 2–3 clients from Bark — learn your routes and capacity
- Add dogs gradually — most walkers max at 4–6 per group
- Ask every client for a Bark review after the first month
- Offer additional services — pop-ins, holiday boarding — for extra revenue
- Build a waiting list — signal demand and allow rate increases
💡 Pro Tip: Use an app like Time To Pet to send GPS walk reports and photos to clients. This professionalism justifies higher rates — clients pay a premium for peace of mind.
Start Your Dog Walking Business on Bark
List your dog walking services and start receiving local client enquiries within days.
List Dog Walking Services on Bark →SentoBot earns a commission from Bark.com if you find a professional or sign up as a seller through our links — this never affects our recommendations. Prices vary by location and provider. Updated May 2026.