Earnings, commission and payouts
- You set your own prices in GBP.
- 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 GBP 117.00). 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 the United Kingdom
OnlyPaw verifies your identity, service documents and knowledge test. Separately, paid pet care in the United Kingdom may involve local registrations or permits such as:
- UK photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, or BRP)
- Right-to-work check (British / EU Settled / valid visa)
- Basic DBS check (Enhanced DBS if working with children present)
- UTR from HMRC for self-assessment (self-employed)
- Home boarding: local authority Animal Activities Licence (AAL) under DEFRA 2018 regulations
You'll be self-employed for tax purposes and must register for Self Assessment with HMRC if earnings exceed £1,000/year. Home boarding requires an AAL from your local council under The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018.
These are general pointers, not legal advice — rules change, so confirm them with the relevant authorities before you start.
Cities in the United Kingdom
OnlyPaw is available worldwide, including the United Kingdom, and the app shows customers the providers approved near them.
LondonManchesterBirminghamEdinburghBristolLeedsGlasgowLiverpoolBrightonCambridge
Pet care city guides: London, Manchester
Provider FAQ — the United Kingdom
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 GBP 117.00). 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 the United Kingdom?
You'll be self-employed for tax purposes and must register for Self Assessment with HMRC if earnings exceed £1,000/year. Home boarding requires an AAL from your local council under The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018. These are general pointers, not legal advice — check the current rules with the authorities in the United Kingdom. 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%.
