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Denver, CODog walking jobs in Denver, on your schedule
Pick up regular walks near LoHi and RiNo and build a client base that keeps rebooking. Walks in Denver run $16 to $28 per 30 to 60 minute walk, and you keep up to 90% of every booking.
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$16 to $28
per 30 to 60 minute walk in Denver
Up to 90%
of every walk kept by the walker
$22,000
Protection Plan for eligible vet costs
4.9 / 5
average sitter rating on Petme
Why Join Petme
Everything you need to succeed
We provide the tools, support, and protection you need to build a thriving pet care business.
Flexible Schedule
Work when you want. Accept bookings that fit your lifestyle. No minimum hours required.
Petme Protection
The Petme Protection Plan offers up to $22,000 for eligible vet costs. Care for pets with confidence.
Easy Booking System
Our app handles messaging, payments, and scheduling. Focus on what you do best: pet care.
Local Visibility
Get discovered by pet owners in your area. Our search helps clients find the perfect sitter.
Fast Payments
Get paid within 2 business days after each booking. Keep up to 90% of every booking.
A local edge
Local know-how pays off in Denver
Denver sits at 5,280 feet, so dogs new to altitude tire faster and need more water. Sitters watch for thin-air fatigue on summer hikes, rinse ice-melt off paws in winter, and know that a 70-degree morning can turn into an afternoon snow squall.
When demand peaks
Ski-season weekends (December to March) drive I-70 mountain travel and steady boarding demand, with a second peak over the summer travel window. Daily walks run year-round thanks to Denver's active, dog-heavy population.
Know your Denver routes
Most bookings cluster LoHi to Wash Park. Owners look for walkers who know the local parks and leash rules, and who can turn up on a regular schedule.
Breeds you will meet in Denver
Owners here mostly keep Australian Shepherd, Labrador, Goldendoodle, Border Collie. Knowing how those breeds behave, and saying so on your profile, is what turns a first booking into a repeat client.
Getting Started
How it works
From sign up to your first booking in just a few simple steps.
1
Create Your Profile
Download the app, add photos, write your bio, and select the services you want to offer.
2
Get Verified
Complete our verification process. Once approved, your profile goes live.
3
Set Your Services
Choose your rates, availability, and the types of pets you're comfortable caring for.
4
Start Earning
Accept booking requests, provide great care, and build your client base.
Earnings Calculator
See what you could earn
Adjust the sliders to estimate your potential monthly earnings.
Based on typical boarding rates in the United States
Estimated Monthly Earnings
$2,702
per month
Per pet rate: nearly half of our clients have multiple pets
Rate per night$78
Bookings per Week8
Weeks per month4.33
Monthly total$2,702
Actual earnings depend on your rates, services offered, location, and availability. Many sitters earn more by offering multiple services.
Rates in Denver
Choose your services, set your own rates
Typical Petme rates in Denver. You set your own price for each service, and keep up to 90% of every booking.
Dog walking
$16 to $28 per 30 to 60 minute walk
Drop-in visits
$16 to $26 per 20 to 30 minute visit
Doggy daycare
$30 to $52 per day
Dog boarding
$42 to $78 per night
House sitting
$42 to $78 per night
Where demand is strongest
Denver areas that book the most
Petme walk bookings in Denver come from neighborhoods like LoHi, RiNo, Wash Park, with daily walks and recurring schedules the most requested.
Colorado requires no state pet-sitter licence. Denver enforces a citywide leash-and-waste ordinance and runs permitted off-leash dog parks. Pet-sitting income is self-employment income on a federal Schedule C, with a 1099-NEC from Petme once your annual earnings pass the federal reporting threshold plus a flat Colorado state income tax.
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Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions
Are there dog walking jobs near me in Denver?
Set your Denver coverage area when you build your profile, and dog walking requests come from owners inside it. Near me is something you define here rather than something you search, and you can change the areas whenever your availability does.
What other pet services can I offer alongside dog walking in Denver?
Choose as many services as you want to cover. In Denver, dog walking and drop-in visits sit side by side on one profile with separate rates, so a quiet week in one does not mean a quiet week overall.
Are there dog walking jobs near me in Denver?
Set your Denver coverage area when you build your profile, and dog walking requests come from owners inside it. Near me is something you define here rather than something you search, and you can change the areas whenever your availability does.
What other pet services can I offer alongside dog walking in Denver?
Choose as many services as you want to cover. In Denver, dog walking and drop-in visits sit side by side on one profile with separate rates, so a quiet week in one does not mean a quiet week overall.
How much do dog walkers earn per walk in Denver?
Dog walking on Petme in Denver runs $16 to $28 per 30 to 60 minute walk. You set your own rate, and you keep up to 90% of every booking.
Is dog walking a good part time job in Denver?
It works as flexible income alongside a job or studies. You pick your availability and scale bookings up or down, and a compact route around LoHi keeps travel time low between walks.
What protection do I get on walks?
The Petme Protection Plan offers up to $22,000 for eligible vet costs for the dog in your care, subject to its terms. The same terms apply whether you walk in LoHi or RiNo.
Are dog walking jobs hiring near me in Denver?
Yes. Petme recruits sitters across Denver year-round, from LoHi to RiNo, and owners send booking requests directly to sitters in their area. There is no vacancy list to wait on: you create a profile, set the areas you cover, and accept the requests you want.
Can I do dog walking jobs in Denver at 16 or 17?
No. Petme sitters must be 18 or over, so under-18s cannot take bookings yet. From 18 you need a smartphone with the Petme app, to pass ID verification, and a profile that describes the pets you have cared for, including your own.
Where is dog walking demand strongest in Denver?
Petme walk bookings in Denver come from neighborhoods like LoHi, RiNo, Wash Park, with daily walks and recurring schedules the most requested. You walk where you already know the parks, the quiet routes, and the local leash rules.
Do I choose my own routes and schedule in Denver?
Yes. You decide where to walk, when, and for how long. No assigned routes, no minimum hours, no shift rosters. Many Denver walkers build a regular loop through LoHi and RiNo and accept or decline requests as they come in.
When is dog walking demand highest in Denver?
Ski-season weekends (December to March) drive I-70 mountain travel and steady boarding demand, with a second peak over the summer travel window. That pattern shapes dog walking bookings in Denver across the year. Denver sits at 5,280 feet, so dogs new to altitude tire faster and need more water.
What do I need to start dog walking in Denver?
You need to be 18 or over, have a smartphone with the Petme app, and pass ID verification. Owners choose on reviews, availability and a complete profile, so it is worth describing the pets you have looked after, including your own, and naming the Denver areas you cover.
Which dogs will I mostly walk in Denver?
Owners in Denver mostly keep Australian Shepherd, Labrador, Goldendoodle, Border Collie, mountain rescue mixes. Saying on your profile which of those you have walked helps owners choose you, because most are looking for someone already comfortable with their dog's size and energy.
Are there jobs in Denver right now?
Yes. Owners across Denver book dog walking on Petme all year, and you take the ones that suit you. Sitters here are self-employed, so there are no assigned shifts and no minimum hours, and you set your own rate for every service you offer.
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