Updated October 21, 2026
Where pet owners in Paphos search for carers
Pet owners in Paphos look for care providers through several routes. Many search online when they need someone quickly - a holiday coming up, a workday when the dog needs a walk, a cat that needs feeding while they are away. They type into Google or check local platforms. Word of mouth still matters: a recommendation from a friend or neighbour carries weight, especially in a city where communities know each other.
Expat communities in Paphos often have pets and tend to search online first. Young families, retired people who have moved to Cyprus, business owners - these groups are likely customers. Some find you through local Facebook groups or ask at veterinary clinics. A Websta profile acts as your shopfront that appears in online search and on the Websta marketplace when someone nearby needs pet care.
Your profile page with services, prices, photos and online booking becomes a link you can send to anyone - a potential customer, someone who heard about you, a vet or pet shop that might recommend you. It also works as a page where people who type 'pet care Paphos' into search engines can find you.
Setting your first prices in Paphos
Price-setting is practical, not mysterious. Look at what others offer locally - walk into pet shops, ask vets what their clients mention, check what a few profiles on Websta show. In a city the size of Paphos, prices tend to be lower than in larger capitals, but that depends on the service (a daily walk costs less than overnight sitting) and what your customers can afford.
Set a price that feels fair to you and honest about your work. If you have never charged before, start modestly - you are building a track record and reviews. As you take on more customers and see what they will pay, you can adjust. Never underprice to the point where the work makes no sense; that leads to burnout and stopping.
When you talk about money with a potential customer, be clear: tell them what the service costs, when you expect payment (usually after the work or at booking), and how you take it. Websta handles card payments and sends the money to your own bank account through Stripe, so you do not hold cash or chase invoices.
Your first customers and early months
Your first ten customers are rarely perfect. Some book once and vanish. Some ask for discounts or changes you did not plan for. Some cancel last minute. This is normal. What matters is that a few come back, leave you feedback on your profile, and recommend you to someone else.
Expect the first months to be slow. One customer this month, two the next. You build gradually. People need trust before they hand you their dog or cat, and trust takes time and proof. That is why a profile with photos, a description of what you do, and written reviews matters - it shows new customers who you are before they message you.
Common early troubles: customers who misunderstand what you offer (always describe exactly what you do - a one-hour walk, feeding and play, overnight sitting in your home or theirs); people who book and then do not confirm or show up (set clear booking terms); and unrealistic expectations about price (that is why your published prices matter). Document what you do - photos, brief notes - so you have proof of the work and happy customers can vouch for you.
Taxes and legal requirements for independent pet care work
In Cyprus, if you work as an independent person and earn money, you have tax obligations. The exact rules depend on your income level, whether you register as self-employed, and whether you have other employment. This is not something to guess about.
Contact the Cyprus Tax Department (Τμήμα Φόρων) or the Cyprus Department of Registrar of Companies and Official Receiver to confirm your obligations before you start taking significant payments. Many providers in Paphos work alongside a job, which changes your tax position. Ask an accountant who knows Cyprus law - the cost of an hour of advice is small compared to problems later.
You also need to be clear with customers about invoicing. If you use Websta and receive payments through Stripe to your bank account, keep records of who paid you, what you did, and when. This is simple but essential for tax time.
A Websta profile as your working tool
A profile on Websta serves a practical purpose: it is a page that looks professional, shows what you do and what it costs, and lets customers book and pay online. You control the prices. Websta does not take a cut from what you earn; payments come to your own Stripe account and then to your bank.
Set up your profile honestly. Upload real photos of yourself or the environment you work in. Describe the services you offer - dog walking, cat sitting, pet feeding, whatever you do well. Write what customers should know: how long a walk takes, whether you sit in their home or take the pet to yours, what you charge, how you want to be contacted.
A profile with booking and payment built in saves you back-and-forth messages and chasing people for money. Someone books a walk for Thursday at 10am and pays by card right then; you show up and do the work; the money is in your bank account. It is straightforward.
The real picture: earning takes time and work
Pet care can be a good side income or a full income in Paphos, but not overnight. In the early weeks, expect to spend more time setting up, improving your profile, and waiting for bookings than you spend earning. That is the reality.
You earn when customers book you, and customers appear gradually. The first month might bring one booking, the second month three or four. Over months, as people find you through search and word of mouth, and as reviews add up, bookings grow. Some providers reach a steady flow of work in three to six months; others take longer. It depends on how visible your profile is, how clearly you describe your service, and whether Paphos has enough demand for the specific service you offer.
Do not start expecting a certain income or number of customers - that leads to disappointment. Start because you like working with pets and want to earn some money for it. Build from there.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to register as self-employed in Cyprus to take money for pet care?
- It depends on how much you earn and whether you have another job. Before you start taking regular payments, contact the Cyprus Tax Department or a local accountant to confirm your obligations. Do not assume you can earn without registering if your income crosses a certain level.
- How much can I charge for a one-hour dog walk in Paphos?
- Prices in Paphos vary. Check what other pet care providers locally charge, look at a few profiles on Websta, and ask pet shop staff or vets what they hear from customers. Start with a price that feels fair to you, then adjust as you gain experience and understand what your customers will pay.
- How long does it take to get my first customers?
- There is no set timeline. Some providers get their first booking within days if they market themselves well or have a personal network. Others wait weeks. It depends on how visible your profile is online, how you describe your service, and how much you promote it through word of mouth.
- What happens when someone books and pays through Websta?
- The customer books through your Websta profile and pays by card. The payment goes through Stripe to your own bank account. You do the work, and the money is yours. You are responsible for keeping records and handling any tax obligations.
- Can I use pet care as a side income while working another job?
- Yes, many people do. However, you still have tax obligations on any income you earn. Check with the Cyprus Tax Department or an accountant about how side income affects your tax position when you have another job.
About the numbers
Counts in this guide were read from the Websta catalogue when the text was written and are refreshed above from the live catalogue. Part of the catalogue was built from the public business register and is marked as such on each profile.
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