Sarah-Jane White It can be so rewarding having a furry companion to get you through whatever life throws your way. But it can be even more rewarding if your pet can help to pay the bills. Let’s be real, they have it good. We house them, feed them, and even clean up after them.
So it’s time we start charging rent, in one way or another. Read on to find out how!
1. Posting on social media
Make your pet internet famous! The fastest way to get them to stardom is with a social media profile on platforms like Instagram, YouTube or TikTok. Users on these platforms are growing by the minute, and with more and more users, so will your profile.
With a substantial amount of followers, brands might reach out in hopes of partnerships and collaborations. Depending on the job scope, and details of the collaboration, you may receive product sponsorships and even get paid.
2. Start a pet blog
Making money from writing about your pet? Sign me up!
Sharing your knowledge through relatable and helpful articles is always a good way to attract readers. Furthermore, they’re also more likely to drive traffic to your blog thanks to Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Remember, the more relevant keywords you use, the more Google will boost your site.
Adding affiliate links or strategic ads can help you to make money by incorporating these into your articles. With enough traffic and reads, you can also initiate partnerships with brands by reaching out to them. These brands could potentially buy advertising on your sites or branded articles on their product or service.
3. Write for other pet blogs
Enjoy writing about your pets and their personality, but it’s too much work handling your own blog page? Don’t worry, you can always write for other blog sites!
Pet-related blogs are huge on the internet, and it’s everywhere. You can easily find various blog pages looking for contributors, and even freelancers to write for them. Occasionally, these blog sites would offer remuneration for these articles.
4. Pet modelling
Pet modelling is a big business that is bound to grow even bigger. Over the past few years, pets have been highly sought after for various marketing purposes. That’s why one of the fastest ways to get into pet modelling is through an agency.
With a pet modelling agency, you connect with industry professionals and experts that’ll get you on the fast track to gigs such as films, commercials, advertising, television shows, and more. To become a pet model, your pet must be trained in certain areas like:
- Obeying commands
- Trained to pose for the camera
- Be comfortable with strangers and large crowds
Worried about the level of commitment? Fortunately, you don’t have to sign up with an agency to be a pet model. Sign up for gigs that are looking for pawdels to promote their products or services — with no requirements on the minimum number of gigs you have to take on!
5. Product reviewing
Speaking of gigs. As more and more brands are appearing in the industry, they’d be looking for pet owners in niche communities to try out their latest products. This can range from the latest formulated pet food to pet shampoos perfect for sensitive fur coats.
This type of gig tends to come with double rewards; product sponsorship and remuneration. So, take this opportunity to try out a variety of products while getting paid to review them!
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