Earnings, commission and payouts
- You set your own prices in USD.
- OnlyPaw’s commission is 25% on jobs priced under USD 150 and 20% on jobs of USD 150 or more. 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 States
OnlyPaw verifies your identity, service documents and knowledge test. Separately, paid pet care in the United States may involve local registrations or permits such as:
- Government-issued photo ID (Driver's License, State ID, or Passport)
- SSN or ITIN for 1099-NEC tax reporting
- Pass a background check (US Criminal Records — MVR for pet taxi)
- Proof of address in the US
- Optional but recommended: commercial pet-services liability insurance from an independent broker
Providers are treated as independent contractors (1099-NEC) — you're responsible for filing your own taxes and any required city/state business license (some cities like Denver require a home-occupation permit).
These are general pointers, not legal advice — rules change, so confirm them with the relevant authorities before you start.
Cities in the United States
OnlyPaw is available worldwide, including the United States, and the app shows customers the providers approved near them.
New YorkLos AngelesChicagoHoustonMiamiSan FranciscoSeattleAustinBostonDenver
Pet care city guides: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco
Provider FAQ — the United States
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. 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 States?
Providers are treated as independent contractors (1099-NEC) — you're responsible for filing your own taxes and any required city/state business license (some cities like Denver require a home-occupation permit). These are general pointers, not legal advice — check the current rules with the authorities in the United States. 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%.
