Earnings, commission and payouts
- You set your own prices in SGD.
- 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 SGD 200). 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 Singapore
OnlyPaw verifies your identity, service documents and knowledge test. Separately, paid pet care in Singapore may involve local registrations or permits such as:
- Singapore NRIC or valid Employment/PR pass
- AVS (Animal & Veterinary Service) Pet Boarder Licence — required for home boarding
- MyInfo verification for identity
- HDB approval if operating from an HDB flat (limited to a few approved breeds)
- Self-employed registration with IRAS (BizFile for higher volumes)
AVS licenses pet boarders under the Animals and Birds Act — mandatory for anyone boarding more than 3 dogs concurrently. HDB flats have strict pet rules (only approved small breeds allowed). Self-employed income above S$6,000 must be filed with IRAS via Notice of Assessment.
These are general pointers, not legal advice — rules change, so confirm them with the relevant authorities before you start.
Cities in Singapore
OnlyPaw is available worldwide, including Singapore, and the app shows customers the providers approved near them.
Central SingaporeOrchardTanjong PagarBukit TimahKatongSentosaWoodlandsJurong EastPunggolSengkang
Pet care city guides: Singapore
Provider FAQ — Singapore
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 SGD 200). 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 Singapore?
AVS licenses pet boarders under the Animals and Birds Act — mandatory for anyone boarding more than 3 dogs concurrently. HDB flats have strict pet rules (only approved small breeds allowed). Self-employed income above S$6,000 must be filed with IRAS via Notice of Assessment. These are general pointers, not legal advice — check the current rules with the authorities in Singapore. 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%.
