How to Start a... Animal Waste Removal Business
There is an estimated 60 million pet dogs in the United States today. An animal waste removal service helps dog owners by cleaning up and removing dog waste from their yard.
This may not seem like a glamorous business, well, because it isn't. Even though its not glamorous, it is profitable business and doesn't require much upfront investment or special skills.
Potential Income
Typically, services like this charge a weekly or biweekly fee depending on the number of dogs, size of the dogs, and size of the yard. The cost typically ranges from $11 for one dog weekly to $45 for five or more dogs biweekly.
This business can also offer cleanup options for municipalities for parks and common areas where dog waste has become a problem. Typically this service is offered for an hourly rate of $25-40.