how long does it take to get a new clint?
I was wondering: how you get a new client when you're new, and how long does it take
I was wondering: how you get a new client when you're new, and how long does it take
There is no one definitive answer to your question - it varies for everyone. It could take months. Some of the factors that account for fluctuations include: the geographic area,which really means the need, demand and supply of people offering those services and the competition level. To get bookings faster, new sitters really need to make their profile stand out - what will make the pet parent want to contact you, especially if there are dozens of nearby people offering the same. Some new sitters check the average rates for their area and then price their services a little lower to get first clients and raise after they're more experienced. Availability is a big factor. Often a pet parent needing boarding is going away for a week or longer at a time, and pet parents needing day care often want multiple or all weekdays, so weekends only may not fit their needs, and the pet parents may look elsewhere.
For you, I'd suggest you first copy and paste what you wrote into a grammar program to correct punctuation and such. Then, re-write it from the pet parent point of view (what can you offer them). Since you mentioned 2 dogs, 2 birds, and a goat (only 1 is pictured-other photos can be listed under Breed-Other as needed), you need to really consider if your home is set up for the Boarding and Day Care services. Really think about that because you don't allow dogs on furniture and you "require that they're potty trained". Even if a dog is potty trained, it's extremely common for nerves to get the best of them and them to have accidents in other people's homes. You may be better off offering Walk and Drop In Visit services. When you see your photo of you holding a dog, it centers on your lap, so I'd recommend editing it smaller so it will focus on your dog with your upper half of body & face. Ideally, photos of your pets when not crated. Also, if you've been responsible for other people's pets (regardless if they pad you money), use the links to ask them to write a Testimonial. Since you have 0 reviews, Testimonials will help.
If your goal is to get busy soon, then don't rely only on this platform. Introduce yourself to pet owning neighbors, give a business card (cheap quick options online include Vistaprint) to people with pets you meet in public whether that's at a park, the sidewalk, a dog friendly business, etc. Promote yourself online as much as possible. You can include your Rover link to offer them saving money on first booking if you want to have Rover handle the booking and payment details. If you're comfortable doing so, you can also book anyone that you find outside of Rover on your own.