Nowadays many single and unmarried people, families with young children, widows, seniors, and the like have a dog at home. These precious animals are companions and watchdogs. They're really a member of the family. But unless you have a large, fenced-in yard, who is going to be responsible for walking the dog at least two times a day? It's a huge responsibility. We lead busy lives. And let's be honest....Fido is going to get the short end of the stick. Who has time to walk the dog beyond the front steps? Dogs need the fresh air and exercise every day. That's where you come in. Here's an opportunity to be an entrepreneur... and perhaps lose a few pounds along the way! Make a simple flyer and distribute it to everyone in your neighborhood. Leave some flyers pinned up in the local grocery store, library, or community center. Charge a flat fee for walking a dog two times a day for one hour, five days a week. Depending upon how strong and brave you are, consider walking three or four dogs at a time. Imagine the easy money you can make working a few hours a day. If you're not into fresh air and exercise, then recruit some hearty teenagers and give them a percentage of the weekly take. Be the dog walker broker, so to speak. But I heartily recommend getting out and enjoying the brisk walk. You'll benefit from the exercise, and the dogs will be thrilled. The dog owners will gladly pay you the money so they'll feel less guilty for cooping up their pets. It's a win-win situation. This could lead to other opportunities, like dog sitting or grooming. The possibilities are endless once you've established yourself as a reliable and responsible dog walker.