Earnings, commission and payouts
- You set your own prices in SAR.
- 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 SAR 563). 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 Riyadh
Riyadh is a large, car-centred city, with busy districts such as Al Olaya and fast-growing northern neighbourhoods like Al Malqa, Hittin, Al Yasmin and Al Sahafa. Cats are especially popular pets here, and many families live in villas or compounds — so in-home visits, sitting and pet transport are often more useful than long walks.
Riyadh has a dry desert climate: summer highs regularly reach the mid-40s °C, while winter nights can be cool. Dust storms can arrive quickly. Outdoor time in summer belongs to early morning and late evening, and pets need constant access to water and shade. Early-morning and evening slots matter most in the hot months.
OnlyPaw is available worldwide, including Saudi Arabia.
Working with OnlyPaw in Riyadh — 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 SAR 563). 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 Saudi Arabia 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%.
