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How to Begin a Dog Walking Company Using WordPress

Oct 27, 2022

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Have you ever thought of starting your own dog walking business?

If you're a person who loves being outdoors and spending time with his closest companion, then sitting into building a new business site may sound like something you'd never think of doing.

But, the fact remains that a website is essential if you want to become a successful, independent dog walker.

In this article this article, we'll explain how to transform a free WordPress site into a full-blown dog-walking company. Are you ready? Get your walking shoes on, and get moving!

The tools you'll need

If you're not familiar with website building, you're probably thinking about which tools digital are necessary to build a website for a dog walking business.

It might surprise you to discover that all you need is these three:

  1.   WordPress

If you've never heard of any or any of these tools We'll show you how to set up and make use of each!

Also, we'll include many video tutorials that will help you see exactly how to get started.

How to Start with a Dog Walking Company Using WordPress

We'll guide you through the steps to begin your own dog-walking business using WordPress with just 4 easy steps. Now let's go!

Step 1: Set Up WordPress

WordPress is an extremely powerful Content Management System (CMS) hosting nearly 40% of the websites:

  • User-friendliness If you're aware of a lot more about canines than computers, it's not a problem. WordPress makes it easy for users who are new to creating websites using the visually-based editor (that implies you don't need to code at all).

WordPress.org is completely free. However, for you to be able to access it, you'll have to:

  • Purchase a domain

With many hosting providers, this is a one-shot deal. They'll provide a domain as well as offer you the domain name, and take care of the setup procedure.

Select your favorite theme

For example, the button below will take you to the tip of the iceberg:

ThemeForest Dog Walking Business WordPress Themes

Step 2: Install and Build Your Membership Site

is an WordPress plugin that allows you to make money on your WordPress site all kinds of ways. You can...

  • Develop membership tiers that create plans for service that include recurring billing
  • Premium paywall content
  • Sell digital downloads
  • Create VIP communities
  • Sell online courses and consultations

There are many ways you can earn money on a WordPress site is as limited as your imagination.

It's a good choice for creating a dog walking business. Using , you can:

  • Enable pet owners to schedule and be billed for ongoing or one-time service for walking dogs
  • Create courseson dog and puppy care
  • Offer private dog training consultations
  • Paywall premium content about tips and tricks for pet ownership or adoption
  • There's no limit to what you can do!

Once you've completed the installation the plugin and fully activated the plugin, the next step is to place an step is establish your memberships and additional monetization components.

This video tutorial will take you through the procedure step-by-step.

watch >> creating memberships to (with an overview of the process and how to set it up)

Additionally, your plans might differ the two types of walks: groups or private walks:

After that and you've established the base, that you must sell. You'll also need to pay for any regular appointments and plans.

Step 3: Connect to Simply Schedule Appointments (SSA)

Once you've set up your membership site Your dog-walking business is nearlyready to go.

Like we said, it includes almost everything you require. Our tool also integrates seamlessly with other add-ons and add-ons which can help you streamline your company.

The idea is that you have your personal secretary in the event of planning your dog's walk time. What you must create is your own time slots, by entering your available time.

Your calendar should be posted on your website so that you can let members book appointments.

The best part is the fact that SSA integrates with essential tools like Google Calendar and the email automation tool, as well as the marketing software Mailchimp.

Simple Schedule Appointments and Set-up

After when you install and then activate the Simply Plan Appointments plugin, it'll appear as Appointments on your WordPress dashboard:

This clip demonstrates how to install and then activate SSA on your WordPress site.

Following that, the SSA Setting Wizard will guide you through the process of customizing basic settings based on your business - things like date, time, business name, as well as contact details.

Once your business information is completed then you can create your first appointment form. It will contain details such as name, duration, availability and the choices for scheduling. Check out the video below for more details:

This video tutorial will show you how to create your appointment types.

Step 4: Promote Your New Dog Walking Business

Start by the creation of business accounts on some of the major social media platforms, for instance, Facebook as well as Instagram:

You might want to announce your business to potential clients and share photos of your daily walks to build trust and engage with prospective customers. Just be sure to ask your current clients permission to share photographs of their dogs!

Additionally, you can try some good old-fashioned networking. Why not let your current clients know that you're in seeking new company?

Consider forming a partnership with other local companies like vets, or dog groomers, for the purpose of expanding your reach further.

You might start small by reaching out to these companies on the internet. Or you could just reach them directly, and ask them to offer their customers with a Welcome discount in your name.

To find out more about this amazing custom coupons feature check out the following video:

Learn How To SCREEN COUPONS

Conclusion

If you're a fan of animals and want to launch an exciting new job or side business, dog walking is a great way to profit from your passion.

Using WordPress and together, you can promote your services and start your ecommerce business.

To recap, here are four steps for launching your own dog-walking business with WordPress:

  1. Set up WordPress.
  2. Advertise your dog-walking business.
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