How to Start a Canine Waste Cleanup Business

Many dog owners are unwilling or unable to clean the pet waste out of their yards and city government often outsourcevthe clean-up of a dog park to a local "pooper scooper" business. Cleaning up canine waste is a business that requires little investment, education or research.

Things You'll Need

  • Pooper scooper
  • Plastic bags
  • Transportation
  • Garbage container
  • Rubber gloves
  • Easy-clean apparel
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Instructions

    • 1

      Research where you can dispose of biological waste. Some cities will allow you to place the waste in garbage cans or the local landfill; others may have particular methods of disposal.

    • 2

      Buy a pooper scooper from your local pet supply store, and gather plastic bags for disposing of the waste. Store the waste-filled plastic bags in a garbage container until you can dispose of them.

    • 3

      Market your company through local pet-related businesses, pet clubs and newspapers and magazines. Also, you might be able to work with lawn care companies to get customers.

    • 4

      Decide what you're charging for your services. Some businesses charge per visit; others are paid a flat fee weekly or monthly.