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Reno, NVMake money walking dogs in Reno
Start near Midtown and Old Southwest and add walks as word gets around. Walks in Reno run $16 to $32 per 30 to 60 minute walk, and you keep up to 90% of every booking.
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$16 to $32
per 30 to 60 minute walk in Reno
Up to 90%
of every walk kept by the walker
$22,000
Protection Plan on every booking
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
Every booking includes up to $22,000 through the Protection Plan. 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 Reno
Reno sits in a high desert with hot, dry summer afternoons and cold, snowy winters off the Sierra. Sitters walk dogs early morning or after sunset in July and August to keep paws off baking pavement, and shift to midday outings during winter cold snaps.
When demand peaks
Demand climbs in summer when owners head to Lake Tahoe and on holiday weekends, and again around the University of Nevada calendar. Boarding and house sitting lead during travel-heavy stretches, with dog walking steady year-round for desk-bound professionals.
Know your Reno routes
Most bookings cluster Midtown to South Reno. 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 Reno
Owners here mostly keep Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd, Golden Retriever. 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
$2,598
per month
Per pet rate: nearly half of our clients have multiple pets
Rate per night$75
Bookings per Week8
Weeks per month4.33
Monthly total$2,598
Actual earnings depend on your rates, services offered, location, and availability. Many sitters earn more by offering multiple services.
Rates in Reno
Choose your services, set your own rates
Typical Petme rates in Reno. You set your own price for each service, and keep up to 90% of every booking.
Dog walking
$16 to $32 per 30 to 60 minute walk
Drop-in visits
$16 to $34 per 20 to 30 minute visit
Doggy daycare
$26 to $48 per day
Dog boarding
$35 to $75 per night
House sitting
$35 to $75 per night
Where demand is strongest
Reno areas that book the most
Petme walk bookings in Reno come from neighborhoods like Midtown, Old Southwest, Downtown Reno, with daily walks and recurring schedules the most requested.
Nevada does not require a state pet-sitter or dog-walker license. A City of Reno business license is the standard requirement for operating, and there is no city cap on the number of dogs walked at once beyond standard leash rules. Pet-care income is self-employment income, reported on Schedule C with a 1099 from the platform.
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Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions
How much do dog walkers earn per walk in Reno?
Dog walking on Petme in Reno runs $16 to $32 per 30 to 60 minute walk. You set your own rate, and you keep up to 90% of every booking.
Are dog walking jobs hiring near me in Reno?
Yes. Petme recruits sitters across Reno year-round, from Midtown to Old Southwest, 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 Reno 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 Reno?
Petme walk bookings in Reno come from neighborhoods like Midtown, Old Southwest, Downtown Reno, 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 Reno?
Yes. You decide where to walk, when, and for how long. No assigned routes, no minimum hours, no shift rosters. Many Reno walkers build a regular loop through Midtown and Old Southwest and accept or decline requests as they come in.
Is dog walking a good part time job in Reno?
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 Midtown keeps travel time low between walks.
What protection do I get on walks?
Every confirmed Petme booking, including walks, includes $22,000 in Protection Plan for the dog in your care, at no cost to you or the owner. The same cover applies whether you walk in Midtown or Old Southwest.
When is dog walking demand highest in Reno?
Demand climbs in summer when owners head to Lake Tahoe and on holiday weekends, and again around the University of Nevada calendar. That pattern shapes dog walking bookings in Reno across the year. Reno sits in a high desert with hot, dry summer afternoons and cold, snowy winters off the Sierra.
What do I need to start dog walking in Reno?
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 Reno areas you cover.
Which dogs will I mostly walk in Reno?
Owners in Reno mostly keep Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Border Collie. 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.
What work can I pick up in Reno with no set hours?
You set the hours yourself. Owners in Reno send dog walking requests to sitters who cover their area, and you accept or decline each one. Nothing is assigned to you, there is no minimum, and you choose your own rate per service.
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