Recent content by cheryl knowles

  1. C

    Claiming back Expenses

    Thanks. At least it answers my question. As far as profits are concerned its quite hard because i've had some people let me down. I've had meetings with potential clients ,as far as i was concerned they would go well. They'd give me the impression they were happy to use my service,even writing...
  2. C

    Claiming back Expenses

    I have been self employed almost 2 years and i'm registered as a Sole Trader. Basicly what i want to know is whether i am entitled to claiming back expenses or not? I don't make much profit to be honest yet do lay out alot with expenses,mostly on fuel and other car expenses.I don't earn enough...
  3. C

    Dog Walker being underpaid

    Quoting half the price for an additional dog is a good idea,I never thought of that. Even though I'm not earning a great deal just now,I know that once I get more walks I'll be happy. But I find I do get more money petsitting and visits. Customers have been happy with me caring for their pet...
  4. C

    Dog Walker being underpaid

    Thanks for your advice. Appreciated.
  5. C

    Dog Walker being underpaid

    I've been walking dogs and Pet sitting for over 6 months and am self employed.I am also a member of a website that help me get jobs for a small fee. I started off setting my price at £8 an hour. I don't mind this for now. This one job in particular, I have to walk two small dogs together for the...
  6. C

    Dog Walking/Pet sitting business

    Thanks for all your replies,some good advice there. I signed up yo Pawshake a few days ago.Seems a good site. I have a page on Facebook but have only got 2 people so far liking my page. I need to get more seeing it. I need to add more photos for a start. Good advice about the National business...
  7. C

    Dog Walking/Pet sitting business

    Hi,I am hoping to start a business as a dog walker and pet sitter. I chose a name and had some business cards made up.I have posted through letter boxes.Advertised in a few shops. So far had no interest. It's only been a few weeks. I have a neighbour who bought a franchise in a dog walking...