Love Pets? Here Are 10 Side Hustles Perfect for You

Many people these days have to come up with ways to bring in extra money to their household budget. With the cost of everything these days, a single income or even a married couple working both isn’t enough to make ends meet. To bring in enough money to stay ahead, finding ways to make extra money has become necessary. One of the most popular ways people do this is to start a side hustle. This often is centered around a hobby or something they feel passionate about. For this article, we devised 10 of the most popular side hustles for pet lovers.

Animal Groomer and Stylist

People spend a lot of money pampering their pets. Unfortunately, taking them as often as they might like can be inconvenient. If you like grooming and styling dogs or cats, you can quickly build a customer base from the pet owners in town. Taking advantage of social media can make bringing in a decent amount of money very easy.

Dog Walker

Most people don’t have enough time because they are too busy to ensure their family pet gets enough daily exercise. If you like to be outdoors and have free time every day, especially on weekends, you might consider a side hustle that involves walking neighborhood dogs. This is convenient if your neighborhood has a dog park or there is one nearby. You can take advantage of social media to drum up business.

Pet Sitter

If you like animals and have spare time, you can quickly generate a decent amount of money by watching other pets. Many pet owners have hectic lives and don’t want always to leave their animals alone. There are many websites and apps that you can use to find customers looking for their animals to be watched while they are off doing something else.

Animal Portrait Photographer

Photography is one of the most popular hobbies, and you can easily obtain quality equipment. If you already have good quality equipment and know a little about photography, you can turn it into a good source of extra money. People like to get pictures of their furry family members almost as much as their human family members.

Wildlife Photographer

If you are into photography and have invested a lot of money in a camera and printer. If you also like the outdoors you can combine your love for photography and animals in the wild. Becoming a wildlife photographer can be both rewarding and lucrative. Selling great-looking professional quality photos of wildlife can be very profitable.

Animal Trainers

Do you have abundant patience and the ability to teach dogs to behave? You can turn this skill into a side hustle and make a decent amount of money. Most people do not have the time or patience to train their dogs to behave and act right. You can build a customer base in many ways, and using your local dog park is an excellent place to start.

Chicken Farmer

If you live in one of a growing number of areas across the country that allow the keeping and raising of chickens, you might be able to bring in a small amount of steady income from selling fresh eggs. You will want to consult your local authorities to find out if there is a restriction on the number of chickens you can keep. You will also want to research any requirements for housing them.

Pet Clothing Maker 

If you are handy and can make things like sweaters for dogs, you can make pretty good money online. There are plenty of websites where you can create a significant money stream. You can also create cute costumes for pets of all kinds and sell them for profit.

Animal Massage Therapist 

You might be surprised to learn that your pet would benefit from a relaxing massage. Just like humans, animals get stressed, which can affect their health and well-being. If you have massage therapy training, you can offer your services to pet owners in your area.

Treat Baker 

Many people like to treat their animals like they treat their family members. This may include specially made birthday cakes and homemade treats. If you like to bake, you can make a decent amount of money on the side by making cakes and treats for local pet owners.