Earnings, commission and payouts
- You set your own prices in AED.
- 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 AED 551). 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).
Working in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi spreads from the apartment towers of the island and Al Reem to the newer communities on Saadiyat, Yas and Al Raha and the villa suburbs of Khalifa City and Al Reef. Distances are long and many residents commute, so help with daily walks, visits and trips makes a real difference.
Summers in Abu Dhabi are long and very hot, with daytime highs often above 40°C from May to September and high humidity near the coast. Plan outdoor time for early morning or after dark in summer; winter months are pleasant for longer walks. Early-morning and evening slots matter most in the hot months.
OnlyPaw is available worldwide.
Working with OnlyPaw in Abu Dhabi — FAQ
Do I need previous experience?
Professional experience isn’t required for walking, sitting or boarding, but you must pass the 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 AED 551). 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.
Do I need a licence?
Check what the authorities in UAE require for paid freelance work. 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%.
