Tipping in Pets

Quick Facts: PetsBased on 7 community reports.
Avg customer tip13%-30%
Avg worker expectation14%-18%
Customer vs worker gap8% · Below expectations
Do workers expect tips?Yes · 100% of workers

The pet care industry has grown significantly in the U.S.. There are more services than ever for our pets, leaving many pet owners wondering which of these services to tip and how much. Since your pet can’t tip, they’re relying on you. 


Curious about how to tip for different pet services? In this section, you will find tipping expectations from industry workers and information about how customers tip for different pet services.

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