Deductible expenses?

You should talk with a tax professional. For the fence, it depends on your situation- generally you could deduct the amount based on the percentage you are using it for Rover. Because you'd have to take care of your lawn regardless, lawn service would generally not be deductible unless you can prove it was for your Rover business such as a poop removal service. Carpet cleaning would generally be deductible because it's related to your Rover business. Just don't do it every week or something because that would look like you're abusing the deduction. Remember to save receipts and other documentation. Good luck!

The specific items you mention in your post should be discussed with your CPA or your tax advisor, even H&R Block can help you prepare your tax returns and answer your questions. Best of luck with your Rover business

I know there's a limit but I don't see why you couldn't deduct it (or at least part of it) from taxes. I deduct 30%ish of my phone bill because I use it for Rover along with a certain amount of office stuff and dog supplies and had no trouble last year. I'll be doing the same with my recent laptop purchase. So yeah, consult first of course but you should be fine claiming it.

If you use TurboTax to file your taxes, they offer a really nice HUGE list of deductions related to the pet care industry. But like others have said, it is always best to consult a professional when it comes to preparing taxes.