DOG WALKERS · PAYMENT LINKS
How Dog Walkers Can Send Payment Links
A practical UK guide showing dog walkers how to send payment links by text, WhatsApp or email, with real examples, timings and reminders to help you get paid faster without awkward chasing.
Many dog walkers still rely on cash, bank transfers, or informal weekly arrangements that slowly turn into chasing messages. Payments are missed, transfers arrive late, and it often falls on you to follow up after long days on your feet.
Payment links remove that friction. Instead of sending bank details or waiting for someone to remember, you send one clear link that lets the client pay instantly on their phone.
This guide explains how UK dog walkers typically send payment links in a way that feels professional and normal. You will learn when to send them, what to say, and how to build a simple payment routine that works week after week.
Part of the Dog Walkers Payment Links Guide Series
For the full picture of pricing, deposits and reminders, start with: Payment Links for Dog Walkers: Complete UK Guide
What Sending a Payment Link Actually Means for Dog Walkers
A payment link is a secure web page that shows the amount due and lets your client pay immediately. They tap the link, complete payment, and receive confirmation without needing to log in or download anything.
For dog walkers, payment links replace informal end of week transfers, loose cash arrangements, and repeated follow ups. Once clients get used to paying this way, it becomes the default rather than a discussion.
Benefits for dog walkers
- Less time chasing weekly payments
- Clear record of what has been paid and when
- More predictable weekly income
- No need to handle cash during walks
Benefits for clients
- Fast payment from their phone
- No need to remember bank details
- Clear confirmation of what they have paid for
- Helpful reminders if they forget
Real Situations Where Payment Links Help
Many UK dog walkers face similar payment situations. Here are a few examples of how payment links make things simpler and faster.
Weekly walks with delayed transfers
Many dog walkers charge between £10 and £15 per walk. A client with five walks per week often owes £50 to £75. Sending one payment link at the end of the week makes payment clear and immediate instead of waiting days for a transfer.
Block bookings and holiday cover
When multiple walks are booked in advance, many walkers take a deposit to secure the dates. A payment link makes this easy and avoids confusion about what has been paid.
This works best when deposits and balances are clearly separated. See deposit and balance payments for dog walkers for a full breakdown.
Weather changes and cancelled walks
Weather and client schedules change. Payment links make it easier to adjust totals, send updated amounts, and keep everything clear without awkward conversations.
A Simple System for Sending Payment Links
Decide when payment is due
Many dog walkers send payment links after the final walk of the week. Others collect payment in advance for block bookings. Consistency matters more than the exact timing.
Use one clear message template
Writing one short message for weekly payments and another for deposits keeps your tone consistent and professional.
Send the link at the right moment
Send the link when the walks are finished or when dates are confirmed. This ties payment to the booking while it is fresh in the client’s mind.
Let reminders handle follow ups
If payment is missed, gentle reminders do the job without you needing to send repeated personal messages.
Many dog walkers use automatic payment reminders so follow ups happen consistently without extra admin.
Payment Link Message Templates for Dog Walkers
These examples show how many dog walkers send payment links. Keep your tone friendly and consistent, and avoid long explanations.
Weekly walks payment
Hi [Name], here is your payment link for this week's walks (£[Amount]). Please pay by [Day]. Thanks.
Block booking or holiday cover
Hi [Name], to secure the booking for [Dates], please use this payment link to pay the deposit of £[Amount]. The balance is due before the first walk.
Friendly reminder
Hi [Name], just a quick reminder about the payment link I sent earlier for £[Amount]. Let me know if you have any questions.
Payment links are even more effective when reminders are automatic. Learn how to set this up in Automatic Payment Reminders for Dog Walkers .
The Big Wins of Using Payment Links
When payment links are part of your routine, dog walkers gain:
- Faster payments with far less chasing
Clients pay immediately when the link is fresh in their mind.
- Clear boundaries around when payment is due
Payment timing becomes consistent and predictable.
- More predictable weekly income
When clients pay on time, your cashflow becomes more stable.
- Less admin after long walking days
Payment links reduce the time spent on follow-up messages.
- Clear handling of cancellations and changes
Easy to adjust amounts and keep everything transparent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should dog walkers send payment links weekly or per walk?
Most dog walkers send one payment link per week covering all walks. This keeps payments simple and reduces admin.
Do clients mind paying through a link?
Most clients prefer payment links because they are quick and easy to use on a phone.
What if a client does not pay on time?
Clear payment timing and gentle reminders usually resolve this. Automated reminders help without awkward conversations.
Are payment links safe for dog walkers?
When you use a reputable provider, payment links are encrypted and designed so you never handle card details yourself.
Related Guides
Continue learning with these related guides:
Payment Links for Dog Walkers — Complete UK Guide
The complete UK guide to payment links for dog walkers. Learn how to take deposits, reduce cancellations, and get paid faster.
Read guideHow Dog Walkers Get Paid — UK Methods Explained
A breakdown of the common ways UK dog walkers accept payments for regular and ad-hoc walks.
Read guideAutomatic Payment Reminders for Dog Walkers
Learn how to automate payment chasing as a UK dog walker.
Read guideGet Paid Without the Chasing
Create clear payment links, send them in seconds, and let reminders handle follow ups. Build a calmer and more predictable payment system for your dog walking business.
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