Earnings, commission and payouts
- You set your own prices in CAD.
- OnlyPaw’s commission is 25% on jobs priced under USD 150 and 20% on jobs of USD 150 or more (or the local-currency equivalent, about CAD 206). OnlyPaw Pro subscribers pay a flat 15% on marketplace bookings.
- The customer’s service fee goes to OnlyPaw and is not taken from your price.
- Earnings become available to withdraw 7 days after a job is completed. You can request any amount — there is no minimum — and payouts are made on the 1st and 15th of each month (requests need to be in at least 2 days before).
Local rules to check in Canada
OnlyPaw verifies your identity, service documents and knowledge test. Separately, paid pet care in Canada may involve local registrations or permits such as:
- Government-issued photo ID (Provincial ID or Passport)
- SIN for CRA T4A reporting
- Criminal Record Check (RCMP or provincial equivalent)
- Proof of Canadian address
- Optional: municipal dog walker / kennel licence (Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver require these for commercial-scale)
You'll receive a T4A slip for CRA and are responsible for reporting self-employment income. GST/HST registration required once you exceed C$30,000/year. Some cities (Toronto Municipal Code Ch. 349) cap simultaneous dogs walked at 6.
These are general pointers, not legal advice — rules change, so confirm them with the relevant authorities before you start.
Cities in Canada
OnlyPaw is available worldwide, including Canada, and the app shows customers the providers approved near them.
TorontoVancouverMontréalCalgaryOttawaEdmontonQuébec CityWinnipegHalifaxVictoria
Pet care city guides: Toronto, Vancouver
Provider FAQ — Canada
Do I need previous experience?
Professional experience isn’t required for walking, sitting or boarding, but you must pass the pet-safety knowledge test with at least 70%. Grooming and training require a certificate that the OnlyPaw team reviews.
How much does OnlyPaw take?
OnlyPaw’s commission is 25% on jobs priced under USD 150 and 20% on jobs of USD 150 or more (or the local-currency equivalent, about CAD 206). OnlyPaw Pro subscribers pay a flat 15% on marketplace bookings. The customer’s service fee goes to OnlyPaw and is not taken from your price.
When do I get paid?
Earnings become available to withdraw 7 days after a job is completed. You can request any amount — there is no minimum — and payouts are made on the 1st and 15th of each month (requests need to be in at least 2 days before).
Can I offer more than one service?
Yes. You can add services from your profile; the OnlyPaw team reviews each new service and its documents separately.
What paperwork do I need in Canada?
You'll receive a T4A slip for CRA and are responsible for reporting self-employment income. GST/HST registration required once you exceed C$30,000/year. Some cities (Toronto Municipal Code Ch. 349) cap simultaneous dogs walked at 6. These are general pointers, not legal advice — check the current rules with the authorities in Canada. OnlyPaw’s review team may also ask for extra documents such as a trade licence.
What does the knowledge test cover?
Pet-safety questions such as handling heat stress, foods that are toxic to pets and what to do in an emergency. The pass mark is 70%.
