I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. I actually don't agree with that statement. The dog owners that I have are just hard at all. I never have to text the owner to let them know I have walked their dog. They just know I show up. I always let them know though if I am coming early in the morning if it will be hot. If I am going to be on vacation then I'll let them know. Otherwise....nah not hard. No dogs of mine even wear trackers. Some of the people have security cameras outside of their house but that's for other purposes.
@@mwolfe2022 Actually- I had 2 incidents. One I began to walk a dog. The dog owner and I agreed to walk & price. Weeks went by and I messaged him the amount due. Then he claimed he didn't know I was still walking his dog. Which was weird because there was a ring camera doorbell in front of the house. Clearly he saw me going in and out. Anyways, I almost went to court to get my money. Luckily he paid me before I took action. Even after he still thought I didn't want his dog. Another incident, I had a person who didn't pay me the full amount for walking his dog. He was struggling with money and a place to live...etc. So I cut him a break. The first case was far worse.
He help us with our dog. We rescued a dog with lots of issues and Ryan totally helped out with his walking behavior. He’s a nice guy if you’re a decent human being. However there’s been issues with other dog owners in the neighborhood and Ryan as Ryan is a person that will be very direct and honest and people don’t like that. There’s been drama 🎭 but as I said is mostly with difficult people. Ryan is very into his job and yeah he’s better with dogs that humans.
Finally, someone on here that genuinely seems fulfilled and happy with their career. This is a rarity with most people pulling 6 figures. This guy seems like a responsible and grounded dog walker.
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
I love this dude. This is the kind of dog walker everyone wants and clients would pay so much money bc he’s so caring and thoughtful. He deserves the money he makes! Way to go!
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
This does not look easy, but really does seem like a pretty well-paying job that keeps you physically and mentally healthy. Good for him! And as expected, the most difficult part is handling the rowdy humans.
It’s a great paying job! I’m a dog walker/trainer and it’s amazing! You’re right at times it isn’t always easy (training dogs to walk properly, behavior training) but it’s very rewarding!
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
@@boohere2 That’s so awesome! I did do walking/caring/training for a dog every summer in middle and high school, and would also house sit and care for a neighbor’s cats whenever they were away. I absolutely loved every second of it, and couldn’t believe I was actually getting paid to do something I enjoyed so much. If a chronic illness hadn’t disabled me, I totally would’ve continued, even if it was just on the side. I think the entitled owners aspect is heavily influenced by him living in New York. There are quite a few New Yorkers (not all) who have entitled attitudes, especially when it comes to those providing a service to them, and especially in nicer areas (which are typically the people who can afford daily dog walking in New York). Just look up Uber/Lift video’s uploaded by drivers in New York to see countless examples.
@@BhappyD Aw you should try to go back to it. At least for the cat sitting. Cats are usually so easy to care for. They don't even need walks and are less maintenance then a dog. I can see people being entitled for sure.
CNBC thank you so much for featuring someone who makes a good wage with a job that many people don’t respect or just think of as playing with pets all day. I’m also a full-time dog walker/ pet sitter, and it’s refreshing to see someone else who takes their job seriously and doesn’t just think of pet care as an easy side hustle. It’s more work than most people realize, and you really have to understand animal behavior, entrepreneurship, marketing, customer service, local laws, accounting, technology, and so much more to be a great dog walker. Ryan’s ability to do group walks shows his confidence, responsibility, and ability! Please make more videos like this!
I gotta say, whenever I see some professional dogwalker strolling around with 8+ animals on their arms, my first thought is usually “Christ that looks like a lot”
Yep I was a dog walker and half the job was taking pictures and writing fluffy reports about their dogs. It took away from the quality of the walk for sure and made it difficult to focus completely on the each dog and their safety. Good for you for setting rules off the bat!
I love every second of this video. So refreshing than watching another TH-camrs / financial coaching stories. I sense this kind of business will be much more sustainable and happier in long run.
I would like him to make youtube videos with tips about how to correctly walk dogs, care for them, choose a dog walker, dog training, etc. As he said, he doesn't have paid vacations, work health insurance, etc. He needs another source of income apart from him doing the work with his body and his time. Let's don't forget we all are getting older each day, no younger.
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?" yes the job is obviously rewarding.
I like this guy, he gives off a positive vibe. He’s intelligent and the best part is he loves dogs so he figured out to do something he’s passionate about. I admire him for that!. My favorite part is that he doesn’t do if for the money only. Keep up the great work sir ❤️🐶
I am a dog walker too like him. I got offered more money for other jobs that people offered me. I declined them. I kept thinking of whos going to walk the dogs? Will they do a good job like I do?
@@boohere2 Hi, thank you for sharing that with me. I admire people like you and the guy in the video. I have so much respect for people who love animals and are also intelligent enough to combine their work and passion all into one. By the way, you know that saying.. “not any offer is a good offer “. You made the right decision ❤️🐾
I'm a groomer, and the 'hardest part is handling the owner' is 100% true. Owners also force their 'personalities' onto their dogs. A nervous owner gets a nervous dog. And an owner that is not confident in his ability to train/be a boss to their dog aka sees them as their baby -> the dog walks all over them and then tries walking all over us at the salon as well. (doesn't work btw :p)
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. I actually don't agree with that statement. The dog owners that I have are just hard at all. I never have to text the owner to let them know I have walked their dog. They just know I show up. I always let them know though if I am coming early in the morning if it will be hot. If I am going to be on vacation then I'll let them know. Otherwise....nah not hard. No dogs of mine even wear trackers. Some of the people have security cameras outside of their house but that's for other purposes.
@@boohere2 some of the dogs I walk wear trackers, mainly so their owners can track their miles/day. It's never an issue though bc our walks are at least an hour, mainly off leash with lots of play. Most difficult part of dealing with the owners is when you're in a hurry, bc my clients are lovely and love to chat 😂
As another dog walker, I have to agree with that too. A HUGE portion of my time is spent texting owners for various reasons (not while working, always after.) And it is so stressful now that people are home a lot. They don't understand you need a window of time - it's almost impossible to be there right on the dot when you do this kind of work. Also - I love dogs but I don't want to work with people, and now that everyone is home, I ALWAYS have to interact with people! It was so much better before. But most of my clients are really nice and I have actually become really good friends with some of them. I almost always keep in contact with them, at least for awhile, when they move away.
Well, you get a master's to have it easy sitting in the office or to have a team under your management. I don't think it should be a competition if people can enjoy what they do regardless of salary.
My friend walked dogs part time in LA, and she made about $65k a year from it. If you have regular clients, you can easily make $80-$100/hr walking dogs.
I love dogs and dog sit/ take care of them but I usually let the owners give me their price, i don’t want to price these people out cuz I don’t really know what I should be charging/ I want to be of neighborly help. 2 big dogs I walk I get $40, a chihuahua and cat I watched for a month (low mainitneace) I got 700, dog sit for 4/5 hours for $50. I’m just 19 right now and I have a 27 hour work week on top of full time online student but I really do want to get more into the dog walking world.
@@clpg6348 Depends on the area, the type of dog, the client, and the distance from where she was. Not all clients are charged the same, nor should they be.
@@ToothlesstheNightFury510 You are charging too little. Id recommend going to a dog park and chatting with some walkers there. Ask about where they are located, the kinds of owners they deal with, the dogs, and price yourself accordingly. You have to know your worth.
@@thegazetteyt Agreed. I live in SF and I charge 25$ per half hr and 15$ extra for an additional dog from a household. I do 30 for an hour and 20 for additional dog(s). 65-75$ for a house sit is pretty standard. Boarding a dog with a doggy daycare is maybe a bit less but they're also in many cases very stressful for the pups and they do better at home--not always as some dogs love the chaos!
As a German Shepard dog owner, just one is a lot of work. I am so hyper focused on him while he walks to make sure he doesn't get into anything he's not suppose to and trying to keep that many dogs constantly attentive and well behaved at the same time is a lot harder than it seems face value. You don't just leash the dog and go on a walk. You have to be so focused on all of them the entire time since one mistake can end up in a lawsuit or having an animal get killed. Still sounds like a customer service job in the end and we all know how those go haha. Good on this guy.
Well the good thing about your clients is you can choose them when you have enough clout. They know when you love their dog so it makes things much easier. I use an app where the client sees where we went, that they pooped and pee'd and notes. It's in your best interest to give your clients peace of mind as you're caring for a family member. For me it's easy to talk with my clients because we both love their dog.
@@jeremyserwer2586 - Hi, do you mind sharing the name of the app. I also believe that efficiency can help remove the stress to follow up with your clients. Any recommendations on how to start this business. Cash basis a good idea?
This is why prong collars come in handy for untrained non heeling dogs that pull. If owners dog is not trained and they refuse a prong collar because it's "Cruel"(Sarcasm) then they don't deserve dog walking services.
Look how comfortable and trusting the dogs are with him! So well-behaved and attentative! Surely they know what a good person he is and someone who leads their pack very well! Cudos to this guy for choosing dogs over people in his worklife!
Ryan's energy resonated with me. I appreciate people like him who enjoy a simple life without getting wrapped up in extra nonsense. I would 100% trust this man to walk my dog. I hope he hires a few people for that 500k a year and starts only walking dogs for fun. You can tell he's doing that anyway I just feel like he deserves as much as possible.
Hiring people gets problematic. He’d have to find someone who’s reliable, responsible, loves dogs and only looking for part time work. That’s a hard sale nowadays As a single entrepreneur he’s gotta have enough for his own bills and to pay the worker decently and train them up. Then hope they don’t bail on him or screw his business over with a dog accident. Also would need insurance for the dog walkers.. Not impossible but def not an easy feat but would absolutely make his life easier if he could make it take off.
This man is my spirit animal.... as if I knew him..so simple and straight to the point..he didn't break down much financially but that's okay..he's sharp..love seeing ppl do wat they love and get paid for it..!
I'm a dog walker/boarder in Hoboken and I have made even more than he does when I used to work 7am-9pm mon-fri and 10am-3pm sat and sun. Its alot of hours but I live for my dogs so it never exhausts me. As he also said 1 or 2 mistakes is 1 or 2 mistakes too many. Veta charge more then doctors do.
I remember walking dogs as a teenager at Tompkins square park from 1996-2001. It helped me save for college. It was one of the best gigs ever! All the owners were great to me and offered me jobs at their businesses. I made tons of money. I would take the dogs to the east river and jog with them. Take them to the dog run. I kept those poor dogs busy. I had tons of energy for them. I would get 10-15/hr during those days.
@@boohere2 I went to college and became a nurse🤗. Those dog walking days of my youth were one of the best times of my life. I'm so glad I did it and it set me up to becoming a hard worker.
I love that he cares about the well being of his dog clients and wants them to enjoy their interaction with the outside world to the fullest. He loves what he does and because of that extra caring, people trust him with their pets. He also seems very organized and knows how to handle the dog owners, their requirements and nuances. Glad to see him achieving much success in his business.
I'm glad this professional addressed the control aspect of a 4' leash with a collar. All these people with the harness and flexi-leash need to pay attention! Also, six figures in NYC is probably a living wage, not the same as six figures in Iowa.
Oh man I hate the retractable leashes. I can almost guarantee the dog is gonna have horrible manners and little to no training. Have also seen many dogs take off at full speed, owner puts the stop mechanism on those junky leashes and the dog rips it out of their hand and is loose. I wish those would fall out of style 😭
I loved this profile on Ryan! I agree with Ryan, it is the owners who are difficult. Dogs are great and I love how passionate he is about his job and dedication.
Love how he stays old school on paper and not so dependent on tech. Obviously he explains that common sense also conveys safety thru observation for the furbabies and kudos for calling pet parents for giving more attention and time for tech than effection for their animals and nature. The guy is a true inspiration and I watched this video to receive education to become a dog walker and sitter.
Hey i used to watch you from behind the glass at my old job at pooches and sports, you'd inspired me to start own dog walking Business, thanks to you, i now have a booming dog walking business in Spanish Harlem new york city
Dog walking/training is such a rewarding job! If you do it right, it pays very well. I work as one in California and it’s great! Barely have to deal with people, it’s refreshing to be outside all day and of course all the furry friends you make.
I did my own pc repair business for 13 years and the pc part was easy. I was and still am great with pc's. I absolutely agree the hardest part was dealing with people. I can do computers in my sleep. With that said, I'm considering the dog walking business but my main concern is the market may be saturated. Then again I asked my neighbors dog walker to walk my dogs while I was in vacation and she was completely booked. I had no idea it's that much in demand. Since I have experience working with people this may be something I can enjoy. P.S. I've have a dog or dogs since I was 7. Now 54.
Ryan seems terrific and clearly the dogs adore him and he does an excellent job keeping them safe and happy. I'm a dog walker in L.A. and you have to have your eyes everywhere at all times. You have to avoid other dogs, look out for coyotes any time, walk wide around people or cross the street to avoid people, people on bikes will ride up behind you with no warning so look out for bikes or skateboards, there's always food on the ground and you have to see it first. It takes dedication
I'm a dog walker in Central London. There is certainly big money on this business, and there's tons of us. A lot of demand on cities like this; so many people with plenty of money but little time. It's not easy indeed. Having one dog is a whole different thing than being in charge of 4-5 dogs. But if you know what you're doing, it's lovely most of the time, even when there's bad weather.
I only get paid $17 for dog walking on Rover. And if I charged $100+ per dog like this guy, I'd never get a client. I live in the suburbs of MN. No fair!
this isnt easy especially in NYC with trash on the floor. you need to check if there's bones, chocolate, etc. There's also bikers that do not obey traffic rules. you also need to somewhat teach a dog to walk on a leash if they're pulling, etc.
Ryan, you are indeed a man that controls the dogs as visible in the video. The dogs are showing that they are being managed correctly and are not acting wild. Some dogs need a leech and others don't, it all depends on how the owner has handled his dog during growing up. Love to see videos like this 👌
I'm a little confused. Why are some of the dogs not on a leash while he is walking them in the middle of the city? That's kind of dangerous for the dogs and I would imagine that there are city ordinances on keeping a dog on a leash in public also?
I think the leashes were less visible because of the sun and light but there’s no way he could keep them from straying if they didn’t have the leashes. Way too much liability as well if they didn’t.
@@mexifridayou should probably re-watch, there were _definitely_ dogs off-leash. At the start, one of them was stopped smelling some stuff as him in the pack continued walking and he introduced himself.
Really appreciate that Ryan doesn't want to be overstimulated. I work in a busy office and the absurd mental triple handling I experience is both bizarre and maddening. I don't need to text, e-mail and call over the same thing.
This April I’m starting to do dog walking on my own after working for companies who don’t actually care about dogs I’m so excited to start on my own . He is so right about using phones like I just want to focus on the dogs not on texting and talking. It’s such a great job keeps you active , focused and gets you to connect with animals .
The boots on the dog thing within NY city is due to old electricity problems in the ground. At some spots in NY they have issues that shocks the dog in the feet while walking past light poles etc, we humans cant feel it due to that we use shoes. Have been alot of stories about it that you can read
I didn’t know that! I think boots are a great idea in the winter though. So many of our sidewalks have salt on them to melt the snow. That can be painful or damaging to the dogs. And in the summer the sidewalks can get super hot. I’m sure Ryan knows all of this and has a way to make it more comfortable for the pups.
I've been dog sitting for my sister this past month, and it's been SO HARD just walking mine and her dog together. You have to be so attentive and on it. I can't imagine doing it for a living (with a lot more than two dogs at a time, haha). Good for him.
@@scottbails6663 You didn't read the comment correctly, I emphasised "lifestyle choice" not a job choice. eitherway, what constitutes a "real job" IYO? if I had to guess based on experience, logic & plain common sense him, being self-employed also requires that he too pay taxes and bills on time aka being part of general society. aka he has a "real" job.
@@SalznPfeffer658 I really dout he pays income taxes on the the actual amount he makes. Most self employed people never declare the real amount. Only people with REAL jobs have to pay REAL taxes.
@@scottbails6663 Let's face it. Actual careers these days are FAR from balanced. However, you are correct with regards to his taxes...I'm sure the vast majority of his income is under the table. Though, with sites like Rover, you do have to declare.
I love the fact that he just waves his hands at the dogs to tell them to come into a space like you might for people and the dogs... just follow? Magical!
I walk dogs and it makes me happy to see the dogs happy. It’s very fulfilling. Never bring your problems to work, the dog can sense your mood. Just bring your love, calmness and sense of adventure.
That man has taught a very important Life lesson- if you desperately wanted to achieve something or have a goal then you will find so many ways od achieving it.
This guys slightly eccentric, but so good at his job!! Well done sir. Paving your own way in a way that’s true to your values (and quite frankly makes sense… like watching dogs instead of texts from the owner)
I’m from the Netherlands and have a lovable dogfriend named Lyra. It’s really beautiful to see, how you care for these dogs from a natural perspective 😍🌱🙏! I wish you many enjoyments in the future with these furry loveballs ❤️!
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
I'm watching this thinking- I think I've seen this guy. And then they show a picture of him in front of my old building in LIC. I was always curious about how he handles so many dogs all at once without them fighting. They were always all so chill. He has gift.
"if I'm on my phone I'm not with your dog" I see this so much on the street! Your pet knows when you aren't giving them attention. More stories like this one -- about grounded people with soul
As a personal trainer, I typically have open gaps from like 10a-4p because people usually want to do training sessions before or after work. So I love filling in late mornings and afternoons with dog walking as a side hustle. You get paid decent money to hang out with dogs, be outside in the sun with fresh air, and get more steps per day. It's like cracking the code. LOL But I refuse to walk more than one at a time. To me, it's like a personal training session where the dog gets my 1 on 1 focus. Plus, I actually do brisk walks with each dog so they get real exercise. A pet peeve is when I see dog walkers saunter at 1-2mph and walking so many at once.
my rescue dogs are so strong they can pull me down without trying, amazed he can handle so many big dogs easily. Jealous of the strength/endurance of youth.
Maybe not interesting but fun fact but the dog at 5:03 is a Rhodesian ridgeback (the brown dog in the middle with a line down his back) it’s a dog native to what we know today as Zimbabwe … and the little symbol on the back is actually their hair growing in the opposite direction from the rest of his body… so unique reminding me a bit of Aang from avatar and the symbol on his forehead …anyways I’m done fan girling
Favorite line....'hardest part of walking dogs is handling owners' .... I know thats 110 percent true 👍
Handling owners are no joke! I’ve had to fire an owner because of their difficult behaviour not because of the dogs behaviour!!
Absolutely! If they don’t feel like they trust the dog walker to walk your dog then you walk them and they probably take advantages of them.
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. I actually don't agree with that statement. The dog owners that I have are just hard at all. I never have to text the owner to let them know I have walked their dog. They just know I show up. I always let them know though if I am coming early in the morning if it will be hot. If I am going to be on vacation then I'll let them know. Otherwise....nah not hard. No dogs of mine even wear trackers. Some of the people have security cameras outside of their house but that's for other purposes.
@@boohere2 Pet parents in big cities are not the same though. They can be very awful.
@@mwolfe2022 Actually- I had 2 incidents. One I began to walk a dog. The dog owner and I agreed to walk & price. Weeks went by and I messaged him the amount due. Then he claimed he didn't know I was still walking his dog. Which was weird because there was a ring camera doorbell in front of the house. Clearly he saw me going in and out. Anyways, I almost went to court to get my money. Luckily he paid me before I took action. Even after he still thought I didn't want his dog. Another incident, I had a person who didn't pay me the full amount for walking his dog. He was struggling with money and a place to live...etc. So I cut him a break. The first case was far worse.
Look at how healthy and well grounded he is. That's what you get for walking outside 6 hours a day and only dealing with dogs.
Bottom line .. dogs make u wealthy 💰 and healthy 💪🏾
Ya. i am a dog walker too in my city. Not New York though....smaller city. I work between 6-8 hours a day and 7 days a week.
He help us with our dog. We rescued a dog with lots of issues and Ryan totally helped out with his walking behavior. He’s a nice guy if you’re a decent human being. However there’s been issues with other dog owners in the neighborhood and Ryan as Ryan is a person that will be very direct and honest and people don’t like that.
There’s been drama 🎭 but as I said is mostly with difficult people.
Ryan is very into his job and yeah he’s better with dogs that humans.
@@zingara76 What kind of drama? You’ve piqued my interest lol
Exactly, that‘s why dogs are superior to any other animal, they make you a better human.
Finally, someone on here that genuinely seems fulfilled and happy with their career. This is a rarity with most people pulling 6 figures. This guy seems like a responsible and grounded dog walker.
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
@@boohere2 That's so great. Well done to you! What city do you live in? And I gather it makes enough to live on for you?
Grounded Paws 🐾
6 figures in NY tho.
I love this dude. This is the kind of dog walker everyone wants and clients would pay so much money bc he’s so caring and thoughtful. He deserves the money he makes! Way to go!
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
This does not look easy, but really does seem like a pretty well-paying job that keeps you physically and mentally healthy. Good for him! And as expected, the most difficult part is handling the rowdy humans.
It’s a great paying job! I’m a dog walker/trainer and it’s amazing! You’re right at times it isn’t always easy (training dogs to walk properly, behavior training) but it’s very rewarding!
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
@@boohere2 Good for you.
@@boohere2 That’s so awesome! I did do walking/caring/training for a dog every summer in middle and high school, and would also house sit and care for a neighbor’s cats whenever they were away. I absolutely loved every second of it, and couldn’t believe I was actually getting paid to do something I enjoyed so much. If a chronic illness hadn’t disabled me, I totally would’ve continued, even if it was just on the side.
I think the entitled owners aspect is heavily influenced by him living in New York. There are quite a few New Yorkers (not all) who have entitled attitudes, especially when it comes to those providing a service to them, and especially in nicer areas (which are typically the people who can afford daily dog walking in New York). Just look up Uber/Lift video’s uploaded by drivers in New York to see countless examples.
@@BhappyD Aw you should try to go back to it. At least for the cat sitting. Cats are usually so easy to care for. They don't even need walks and are less maintenance then a dog. I can see people being entitled for sure.
His words are deep about the dogs..He is not only a dog walker but also a good hearted person. Appreciate that 👍
CNBC thank you so much for featuring someone who makes a good wage with a job that many people don’t respect or just think of as playing with pets all day. I’m also a full-time dog walker/ pet sitter, and it’s refreshing to see someone else who takes their job seriously and doesn’t just think of pet care as an easy side hustle. It’s more work than most people realize, and you really have to understand animal behavior, entrepreneurship, marketing, customer service, local laws, accounting, technology, and so much more to be a great dog walker. Ryan’s ability to do group walks shows his confidence, responsibility, and ability! Please make more videos like this!
I gotta say, whenever I see some professional dogwalker strolling around with 8+ animals on their arms, my first thought is usually “Christ that looks like a lot”
Yep I was a dog walker and half the job was taking pictures and writing fluffy reports about their dogs. It took away from the quality of the walk for sure and made it difficult to focus completely on the each dog and their safety. Good for you for setting rules off the bat!
I love every second of this video. So refreshing than watching another TH-camrs / financial coaching stories. I sense this kind of business will be much more sustainable and happier in long run.
Same
I would like him to make youtube videos with tips about how to correctly walk dogs, care for them, choose a dog walker, dog training, etc. As he said, he doesn't have paid vacations, work health insurance, etc. He needs another source of income apart from him doing the work with his body and his time. Let's don't forget we all are getting older each day, no younger.
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?" yes the job is obviously rewarding.
@@boohere2are you still doing it
@@crishnaholmes7730 Yes
I like this guy, he gives off a positive vibe. He’s intelligent and the best part is he loves dogs so he figured out to do something he’s passionate about. I admire him for that!. My favorite part is that he doesn’t do if for the money only. Keep up the great work sir ❤️🐶
I am a dog walker too like him. I got offered more money for other jobs that people offered me. I declined them. I kept thinking of whos going to walk the dogs? Will they do a good job like I do?
@@boohere2 Hi, thank you for sharing that with me. I admire people like you and the guy in the video. I have so much respect for people who love animals and are also intelligent enough to combine their work and passion all into one. By the way, you know that saying.. “not any offer is a good offer “. You made the right decision ❤️🐾
This guy's really cool and makes a ton of sense.
No he didn’t, he tried to sound philosophical in the beginning about not loving dogs but it was nonsense.
@@AAAA-nv5cf you prove the point. No matter what people do someone will be hating or jealous.
I'm a groomer, and the 'hardest part is handling the owner' is 100% true. Owners also force their 'personalities' onto their dogs. A nervous owner gets a nervous dog. And an owner that is not confident in his ability to train/be a boss to their dog aka sees them as their baby -> the dog walks all over them and then tries walking all over us at the salon as well. (doesn't work btw :p)
Ok groomer
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. I actually don't agree with that statement. The dog owners that I have are just hard at all. I never have to text the owner to let them know I have walked their dog. They just know I show up. I always let them know though if I am coming early in the morning if it will be hot. If I am going to be on vacation then I'll let them know. Otherwise....nah not hard. No dogs of mine even wear trackers. Some of the people have security cameras outside of their house but that's for other purposes.
this makes so much sense omg. i met this girl once who had the worst anxiety i’d ever experienced… the dog was the exact way. poor thing
@@boohere2 some of the dogs I walk wear trackers, mainly so their owners can track their miles/day. It's never an issue though bc our walks are at least an hour, mainly off leash with lots of play. Most difficult part of dealing with the owners is when you're in a hurry, bc my clients are lovely and love to chat 😂
As another dog walker, I have to agree with that too. A HUGE portion of my time is spent texting owners for various reasons (not while working, always after.) And it is so stressful now that people are home a lot. They don't understand you need a window of time - it's almost impossible to be there right on the dot when you do this kind of work. Also - I love dogs but I don't want to work with people, and now that everyone is home, I ALWAYS have to interact with people! It was so much better before. But most of my clients are really nice and I have actually become really good friends with some of them. I almost always keep in contact with them, at least for awhile, when they move away.
The guy is badass. He made 100K $ for walking dogs and you can't make even 50K $ with your master's degree at the high ranking university. Nailed it!
Well, you get a master's to have it easy sitting in the office or to have a team under your management. I don't think it should be a competition if people can enjoy what they do regardless of salary.
@@tomaccino I'm just kidding, man, nevermind)
he'll need to pick up the poops everyday
@@MrThomasCrown No worries.
my university isnt 'high ranking' but I make over 6 figures with my masters
Wow I did NOT expect to be crying by the end of this video! He’s an awesome person, living an incredible life
My friend walked dogs part time in LA, and she made about $65k a year from it. If you have regular clients, you can easily make $80-$100/hr walking dogs.
I love dogs and dog sit/ take care of them but I usually let the owners give me their price, i don’t want to price these people out cuz I don’t really know what I should be charging/ I want to be of neighborly help. 2 big dogs I walk I get $40, a chihuahua and cat I watched for a month (low mainitneace) I got 700, dog sit for 4/5 hours for $50. I’m just 19 right now and I have a 27 hour work week on top of full time online student but I really do want to get more into the dog walking world.
What does she charge?
@@clpg6348 Depends on the area, the type of dog, the client, and the distance from where she was. Not all clients are charged the same, nor should they be.
@@ToothlesstheNightFury510 You are charging too little. Id recommend going to a dog park and chatting with some walkers there. Ask about where they are located, the kinds of owners they deal with, the dogs, and price yourself accordingly. You have to know your worth.
@@thegazetteyt Agreed. I live in SF and I charge 25$ per half hr and 15$ extra for an additional dog from a household. I do 30 for an hour and 20 for additional dog(s). 65-75$ for a house sit is pretty standard. Boarding a dog with a doggy daycare is maybe a bit less but they're also in many cases very stressful for the pups and they do better at home--not always as some dogs love the chaos!
As a German Shepard dog owner, just one is a lot of work. I am so hyper focused on him while he walks to make sure he doesn't get into anything he's not suppose to and trying to keep that many dogs constantly attentive and well behaved at the same time is a lot harder than it seems face value. You don't just leash the dog and go on a walk. You have to be so focused on all of them the entire time since one mistake can end up in a lawsuit or having an animal get killed. Still sounds like a customer service job in the end and we all know how those go haha. Good on this guy.
Well the good thing about your clients is you can choose them when you have enough clout. They know when you love their dog so it makes things much easier. I use an app where the client sees where we went, that they pooped and pee'd and notes. It's in your best interest to give your clients peace of mind as you're caring for a family member. For me it's easy to talk with my clients because we both love their dog.
ha. Facts. Also too, well I am a dog walker. If a dog walks in a pack there are usually tests needed to be done prior to walking.
Yep. Walking a GSD is hard. They can easily pull you onto the ground if they really want to.
@@jeremyserwer2586 - Hi, do you mind sharing the name of the app. I also believe that efficiency can help remove the stress to follow up with your clients.
Any recommendations on how to start this business. Cash basis a good idea?
This is why prong collars come in handy for untrained non heeling dogs that pull. If owners dog is not trained and they refuse a prong collar because it's "Cruel"(Sarcasm) then they don't deserve dog walking services.
I love every second of this video!!! I am so proud to be married to such a good hearted solid man who works so hard and cares.
you are married to Ryan?
Congrats !!!
@@boohere2 yes!
I mean good for him but wasn't his point that he doesn't work hard
Ryan has an amazing energy, I’m sure the dogs feel it too.
They sure can, it's called instinct
I feel his energy inside me. AHHHHHHHHHH IM COMINGGGGGGGG
He is not only a dog walker He is a philosopher
Look how comfortable and trusting the dogs are with him! So well-behaved and attentative! Surely they know what a good person he is and someone who leads their pack very well! Cudos to this guy for choosing dogs over people in his worklife!
Ryan's energy resonated with me. I appreciate people like him who enjoy a simple life without getting wrapped up in extra nonsense. I would 100% trust this man to walk my dog. I hope he hires a few people for that 500k a year and starts only walking dogs for fun. You can tell he's doing that anyway I just feel like he deserves as much as possible.
Hiring people gets problematic. He’d have to find someone who’s reliable, responsible, loves dogs and only looking for part time work. That’s a hard sale nowadays As a single entrepreneur he’s gotta have enough for his own bills and to pay the worker decently and train them up. Then hope they don’t bail on him or screw his business over with a dog accident. Also would need insurance for the dog walkers.. Not impossible but def not an easy feat but would absolutely make his life easier if he could make it take off.
This man is my spirit animal.... as if I knew him..so simple and straight to the point..he didn't break down much financially but that's okay..he's sharp..love seeing ppl do wat they love and get paid for it..!
I'm a dog walker/boarder in Hoboken and I have made even more than he does when I used to work 7am-9pm mon-fri and 10am-3pm sat and sun. Its alot of hours but I live for my dogs so it never exhausts me.
As he also said 1 or 2 mistakes is 1 or 2 mistakes too many. Veta charge more then doctors do.
How much do you average a day doing this? Long hours, holy crap!
Dont underestimate the stress he is going through every day walking all those dogs at the same time
Walking two’s already more than stressful enough.
This guy certainly has the right tools and experience to handle that many dogs at once.
"I'm texting you about your dog while your dog is eating a rat poisoning" - I can't stop laughing!
All the best, Ryan.
Me too 😂😂😂😂😂😂
"It's the owners that give me trouble". Yep.... I'm a nanny. It's never the kids that give you trouble...it's the parents.
idk why but i found this super calming. i really like his energy + the shots of the city are STUNNING!
I remember walking dogs as a teenager at Tompkins square park from 1996-2001. It helped me save for college. It was one of the best gigs ever! All the owners were great to me and offered me jobs at their businesses. I made tons of money. I would take the dogs to the east river and jog with them. Take them to the dog run. I kept those poor dogs busy. I had tons of energy for them. I would get 10-15/hr during those days.
why did you stop?
@@boohere2 I went to college and became a nurse🤗. Those dog walking days of my youth were one of the best times of my life. I'm so glad I did it and it set me up to becoming a hard worker.
@@212latina good for you!!!!!!!!!!
20 over years of experience and $100,000 a year! A happy business for his wallet and happy soul for the dogs.
I love that he cares about the well being of his dog clients and wants them to enjoy their interaction with the outside world to the fullest. He loves what he does and because of that extra caring, people trust him with their pets. He also seems very organized and knows how to handle the dog owners, their requirements and nuances. Glad to see him achieving much success in his business.
I love this guy. He understands animals.. and society! What a gem to anyone who is granted his service
That was far more philosophical than I was expecting.
He got the point. Some people feed their dogs better than their children.
This is the best job meanwhile we all work like dogs.
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😵💫so true
This!!!! 😩😒
I'm glad this professional addressed the control aspect of a 4' leash with a collar. All these people with the harness and flexi-leash need to pay attention! Also, six figures in NYC is probably a living wage, not the same as six figures in Iowa.
Oh man I hate the retractable leashes. I can almost guarantee the dog is gonna have horrible manners and little to no training. Have also seen many dogs take off at full speed, owner puts the stop mechanism on those junky leashes and the dog rips it out of their hand and is loose. I wish those would fall out of style 😭
Remember he said 100-120k TAKE HOME. That is lush, even in New York 🔥
This guy is a blessing.
I loved this profile on Ryan! I agree with Ryan, it is the owners who are difficult. Dogs are great and I love how passionate he is about his job and dedication.
I am a dog walker too. I don't have really any difficult dog owners.
Love how he stays old school on paper and not so dependent on tech.
Obviously he explains that common sense also conveys safety thru observation for the furbabies and kudos for calling pet parents for giving more attention and time for tech than effection for their animals and nature. The guy is a true inspiration and I watched this video to receive education to become a dog walker and sitter.
We need more people like this guy.
facts
Hey i used to watch you from behind the glass at my old job at pooches and sports, you'd inspired me to start own dog walking Business, thanks to you, i now have a booming dog walking business in Spanish Harlem new york city
I started my own doggy day care in London this year (2023) and I love it! My best client is a Boxer called Dexter who thinks I’m the bees knees!
Dog walking/training is such a rewarding job! If you do it right, it pays very well. I work as one in California and it’s great! Barely have to deal with people, it’s refreshing to be outside all day and of course all the furry friends you make.
love this guy! working with animals was one of the best jobs I've ever had!
I did my own pc repair business for 13 years and the pc part was easy. I was and still am great with pc's. I absolutely agree the hardest part was dealing with people. I can do computers in my sleep. With that said, I'm considering the dog walking business but my main concern is the market may be saturated. Then again I asked my neighbors dog walker to walk my dogs while I was in vacation and she was completely booked. I had no idea it's that much in demand. Since I have experience working with people this may be something I can enjoy. P.S. I've have a dog or dogs since I was 7. Now 54.
So happy to see when a job that has actual social value is adequately compensated
5 dogs and hours X $20 each dog $100/hr x 6 hours a day $600 x 6 days x 50 weeks US$180,000/yr
This is the true Dog Whisperer. Appreciate the hustle
Dang! That is what i been called in the past. I am a dog walker. That's funny
Ryan seems terrific and clearly the dogs adore him and he does an excellent job keeping them safe and happy.
I'm a dog walker in L.A. and you have to have your eyes everywhere at all times. You have to avoid other dogs, look out for coyotes any time, walk wide around people or cross the street to avoid people, people on bikes will ride up behind you with no warning so look out for bikes or skateboards, there's always food on the ground and you have to see it first. It takes dedication
I love his vibe!! And love that he schedules with pen and paper!!
This man is a good dog walker - he's a man of focus, commitment and sheer will.
His perspective on how tech is impacting social relationships is so astute. I totally agree with him.
I'm a dog walker in Central London.
There is certainly big money on this business, and there's tons of us. A lot of demand on cities like this; so many people with plenty of money but little time.
It's not easy indeed. Having one dog is a whole different thing than being in charge of 4-5 dogs. But if you know what you're doing, it's lovely most of the time, even when there's bad weather.
You know, it's not my lifestyle, but this dude seems like a decent, stand up guy.
Keep doin' your thing, my man. 👍
I only get paid $17 for dog walking on Rover. And if I charged $100+ per dog like this guy, I'd never get a client. I live in the suburbs of MN. No fair!
this isnt easy especially in NYC with trash on the floor. you need to check if there's bones, chocolate, etc. There's also bikers that do not obey traffic rules. you also need to somewhat teach a dog to walk on a leash if they're pulling, etc.
Ryan, you are indeed a man that controls the dogs as visible in the video. The dogs are showing that they are being managed correctly and are not acting wild. Some dogs need a leech and others don't, it all depends on how the owner has handled his dog during growing up. Love to see videos like this 👌
I'm a little confused. Why are some of the dogs not on a leash while he is walking them in the middle of the city? That's kind of dangerous for the dogs and I would imagine that there are city ordinances on keeping a dog on a leash in public also?
I think the leashes were less visible because of the sun and light but there’s no way he could keep them from straying if they didn’t have the leashes. Way too much liability as well if they didn’t.
I’m also wondering the same thing.. I don’t think there are invisible leashes, as the other reply said…
@@mexifridayou should probably re-watch, there were _definitely_ dogs off-leash. At the start, one of them was stopped smelling some stuff as him in the pack continued walking and he introduced himself.
U really think a dog person
Has no dog of their own?😮
“You want your apartment clean at the expense of your dog’s happiness.” 11/10. Can’t agree more.
This is amazing. The passion he has for dogs is really cool and sort of spiritual.
Really appreciate that Ryan doesn't want to be overstimulated. I work in a busy office and the absurd mental triple handling I experience is both bizarre and maddening. I don't need to text, e-mail and call over the same thing.
I love his disposition. Owners need to calm down.
He seems like a genuinely kind person which is why he is good with animals.
I've been a dog walker for 3 years, amazing life/job but I make around £15,000 per year, they obviously pay a lot more in NYC! X
Can make £80k a year easy in London
He needs that 100k a year to live nyc for sure.
This April I’m starting to do dog walking on my own after working for companies who don’t actually care about dogs I’m so excited to start on my own . He is so right about using phones like I just want to focus on the dogs not on texting and talking. It’s such a great job keeps you active , focused and gets you to connect with animals .
The boots on the dog thing within NY city is due to old electricity problems in the ground. At some spots in NY they have issues that shocks the dog in the feet while walking past light poles etc, we humans cant feel it due to that we use shoes. Have been alot of stories about it that you can read
I didn’t know that! I think boots are a great idea in the winter though. So many of our sidewalks have salt on them to melt the snow. That can be painful or damaging to the dogs. And in the summer the sidewalks can get super hot. I’m sure Ryan knows all of this and has a way to make it more comfortable for the pups.
When I lived in NYC in the '80's and '90's I certainly felt it through my shoes.
I've been dog sitting for my sister this past month, and it's been SO HARD just walking mine and her dog together. You have to be so attentive and on it. I can't imagine doing it for a living (with a lot more than two dogs at a time, haha). Good for him.
Although it's less $, I love how he's chosen to keep his life simpler and choosing a balanced lifestyle. Awesome guy.
how is not having a real job more balanced?
@@scottbails6663 You didn't read the comment correctly, I emphasised "lifestyle choice" not a job choice.
eitherway, what constitutes a "real job" IYO? if I had to guess based on experience, logic & plain common sense him, being self-employed also requires that he too pay taxes and bills on time aka being part of general society. aka he has a "real" job.
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I really dout he pays income taxes on the the actual amount he makes.
Most self employed people never declare the real amount.
Only people with REAL jobs have to pay REAL taxes.
@@scottbails6663 Let's face it. Actual careers these days are FAR from balanced.
However, you are correct with regards to his taxes...I'm sure the vast majority of his income is under the table. Though, with sites like Rover, you do have to declare.
I love the fact that he just waves his hands at the dogs to tell them to come into a space like you might for people and the dogs... just follow? Magical!
Somebody needs to show this man an excel sheet.
LMAO, that’s what I thought. It’s great not being too into technology and all like he says but an excel sheet would really save him some time
I walk dogs and it makes me happy to see the dogs happy. It’s very fulfilling. Never bring your problems to work, the dog can sense your mood. Just bring your love, calmness and sense of adventure.
This guy seems in turn with reality. His doing fabulously!
That man has taught a very important Life lesson- if you desperately wanted to achieve something or have a goal then you will find so many ways od achieving it.
I run into Ryan in LIC all the time! he works very professionally
Man wish I had his confidence, he makes his job sound so serious and professional
Was a dog walker in Boston years ago. Best job I ever had. $20 for a 45 minute walk he’s way undercharging. I did $20 for 30 minutes 20 years ago.
It's because it's a group walk and not solo. I imagine he groups them by area so his travel to and from each house would be minimal.
@@that.ll_do_pig mine were group walks too. I had four dogs in hand at all times
this guy is definitely weird, i like it
Whatever you do in your life, do it well. If you are genuinely working to be best at it, you can make it even if you are walking dogs.
OMg 😱 that’s my neighbor. He’s super popular in our neighborhood. Everyone knows him. One thing about this guy. He’s better with dogs that humans. Lol
You can tell he has some sort of slight Aspergers
Wow, Ryan is really skillful. That is not easy stuff to do. Thanks for sharing this fun video.
He makes it look so easy. My brothers dogs and the one I recently took in make me want to pull my hair out lol. They’re like kids lol.
huh? what does your dog do that makes it wild?
You don’t seem like a dog person.
This guys slightly eccentric, but so good at his job!! Well done sir. Paving your own way in a way that’s true to your values (and quite frankly makes sense… like watching dogs instead of texts from the owner)
I love his reflection on dogs and how they are being used for emotional support nowadays
JUST love this guy! working with DOGS is a lifestyle. Either you're into it or it's not for you.
Fantastic video! He offers crazy decent prices and is still able to make a good living. So wholesome all around!
I’m from the Netherlands and have a lovable dogfriend named Lyra.
It’s really beautiful to see, how you care for these dogs from a natural perspective 😍🌱🙏! I wish you many enjoyments in the future with these furry loveballs ❤️!
Genius! Sheer genius! Who would've known dog walking could be so lucrative???!!
It's only lucrative in big cities
I am a dog walker in my city too,but not in a big city like New York. My limit to walking dogs is 5, but that's on a rare bases. I usually typically walk 3 or 2 at a time. Some dogs I walk solo. I actually walk more steps then this guy and work more days then he does. I walk anywhere between 23,000 steps to 33,000 steps a day AND work 7 days a week. I could have the weekends off,but just choose to work it. It's typically only 3 dogs each on Saturday and Sunday which is not bad at all. I've been doing dog walking since right after high school. I went to college like this guy did,but didn't get a degree. Nothing really clicked. I tried learning computer courses and then cooking/baking classes and then physical education classes. Ultimately went into dog walking. One person asked me to walk their dog after mine had passed. She said she would pay me so I did. Then another person heard about it. So they asked me to walk their dog. Pretty much after that it took off. People just saw me walking different dogs and then asked me to walk their dogs. Some dogs I walk same dog every week and other dogs I walk if owner needs it & if I have time. I have to say though, the owners are not as pushy as this guy says. At least mine aren't. I don't even text to let the owners know I am there. They just know because they trust me. Some have cameras in front of their houses for security reasons. No dog has a tracker on them though. If something is wrong with the dog, then I'll text the owner or if payment is due. Otherwise that's about it. Oh and if it's going to be a hot day, then I'll let the owner know I will be early in walking their dog(s). I am mostly friends with all the owners. Everyone knows me trusts me. As far as also leashes go- I like gentle leaders for the dogs that pull or just leash on collar. Some dogs go off leash depending on if they can be. I do actually listen to music on speaker on occasion if it's just not many dogs. I feel blessed to be walking dogs. I got other job offers before for higher pay,but I just declined them. I thought in back of my mine "Who's going to walk puddy?"
I'm watching this thinking- I think I've seen this guy. And then they show a picture of him in front of my old building in LIC. I was always curious about how he handles so many dogs all at once without them fighting. They were always all so chill. He has gift.
I love when people are obsessed with what they do for a living!
He’s a sweetheart. Have fun keep it up you’re a good person ❤
Walking New York is tough in itself. Walking 5 dogs at a time for hours in New York. That takes a lot of guts and effort.
Walking with dogs in nature- forests, fields etc is the most relaxing, beautiful thing ever
"if I'm on my phone I'm not with your dog" I see this so much on the street! Your pet knows when you aren't giving them attention. More stories like this one -- about grounded people with soul
As a personal trainer, I typically have open gaps from like 10a-4p because people usually want to do training sessions before or after work.
So I love filling in late mornings and afternoons with dog walking as a side hustle. You get paid decent money to hang out with dogs, be outside in the sun with fresh air, and get more steps per day. It's like cracking the code. LOL
But I refuse to walk more than one at a time. To me, it's like a personal training session where the dog gets my 1 on 1 focus. Plus, I actually do brisk walks with each dog so they get real exercise. A pet peeve is when I see dog walkers saunter at 1-2mph and walking so many at once.
This guy is a legend.
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I love how much of a naturalist he is.
Graham Stephan will love this one! Finally someone without a TH-cam channel 😂 Great episode!
What a cool guy. Mad respect to his worth ethic and spirit
I love this man. Much success to you!!
my rescue dogs are so strong they can pull me down without trying, amazed he can handle so many big dogs easily. Jealous of the strength/endurance of youth.
Maybe not interesting but fun fact but the dog at 5:03 is a Rhodesian ridgeback (the brown dog in the middle with a line down his back) it’s a dog native to what we know today as Zimbabwe … and the little symbol on the back is actually their hair growing in the opposite direction from the rest of his body… so unique reminding me a bit of Aang from avatar and the symbol on his forehead …anyways I’m done fan girling
Everything he says makes perfect sense to me.