The result of the hourly wage calculator serves as a guide. Simply adjust the calculated basic hourly rate of pay for pet care in your area using the following information to your individual requirements.
Amount of Pet Care
Do you need a pet caregivers on a regular basis or only on certain occasions?
Which tasks do you a pet caregivers to perform?
Are the pet products and materials provided or will the pet caregiver be expected to provide them?
Location
Major metropolitan areas tend to have higher pet care rates than rural areas.
Towns can also have a much higher pet care rate than rural areas, especially if they serve a large commuter population and are close to a major city.
Number of pets
Keeping an eye on 1 pet is very different from watching 2 or 3 or more pets. Pay should reflect this. Your pet carer needs to control a larger group, deal with pets interacting with each other, and be more aware of group dynamics than if they are watching 1 pet.
Additional Tasks
Additional responsibilities such as cleaning your pets and shopping for them will require a higher hourly rate.
Additional tasks will also command a higher hourly rate - make sure you confirm these with your pet caregiver at the recruitment stage.
Transportation
Is your pet carer required to drive to run errands? Are they using your car or theirs?
If they are using their car, you'll want to offer extra compensation for the fuel used whilst driving. Be sure you provide them with petrol money if they are using your car and it needs filling up. Some pet owners offer their pet carer mileage compensation if they are commuting a long distance.
Experience
Experienced pet caregivers get paid more than those with less experience. Paying more for experience can get you a pet caregivers who can better meet you and your pets needs--and give you peace of mind too.
Qualifications
If your pet has special veterinary needs, you'll want a pet carer that has specific qualification to match your needs. Expect to pay more per hour than the basic rate in your local area. It's worth it.
I love all sorts of dogs but can only have small to medium dogs over night stay at this stage. I am happy to walk them rain or sun and they will be allowed to sleep inside at night I also have a fully fenced section. I do pet feeding and house sitting around the waikato area.
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$9-$50 per hour
10+ years experience
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1 Verification
2 Verifications
Mooch with my Pooch (1)
Pet Care — Kingsland 1024
Kingsland 1024
10+ years experience
Hey! My name is Lucy, I live in Auckland and have my own dog friendly transport. My aim is to create a stress free environment for the pet and you! At an affordable price!
Looking after animals has always come natural to me. They aren't just pets but they become family. I have always had dogs and know the importance of trying to find someone reliable and trustworthy of looking after your best friend when you are unable to. With over 3 months experience rescuing dogs in Romania and a passion for putting animals first I know I can deliver you with professional services at prices you will love! You won't want to leave your dogs with anyone else.
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2 Verifications
2 Verifications
Mercedes G. (1)
Pet Care — Onehunga 1061
Onehunga 1061
10+ years experience
I'm Mercedes, a 26 years old Spaniard who landed in Auckland 3 months ago.
I’m an animal lover in general and of dogs lover in particular. I’ve grown around a lot of animals, but specially dogs. I still have dogs at home, most of them adopted dogs who people abandoned in the street (unfortunately very usual in Spain). When i was in the university I worked as a dog walker to help pay my degree.
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$9-$50 per hour
10+ years experience
(1)
2 Verifications
3 Verifications
Julia D. (1)
Pet Care — Birkenhead 2010
Birkenhead 2010
3 years experience
I am filled with energy and love all types of dogs. I enjoy going for walks or runs with a furry friend by my side and snuggling up on the couch giving lots of cuddles! I would love to meet you and your pet!
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$9-$50 per hour
3 years experience
(1)
3 Verifications
1 Verification
Jordan V. (1)
Pet Care — 2120
2120
10+ years experience
I have 4 dogs myself 3 small, and one big dog so I am very comfortable and familiar with dogs. i also live on a lifestyle block where we have had pigs, horses, and currently have cows. I am also very comfortable around cats as I grew up with them also. I have a real passion for animals, especially dogs. I feel like they are a real companion, a friend and someone to keep you company. My dogs are family members, and very close to our hearts. I have experience in feeding, walking, transporting, bathing and playing with dogs and am very happy to help you care for your beloved pet.
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