Originally Posted by TomCopeland:
I wouldn't try to deduct a dog walker or dog daycare. I think the IRS would not consider this an ordinary and necessary business expense. You can deduct the time-space% of a house cleaner. Get the person to sign a receipt when you pay in cash. You don't need their SS number and you don't need to ask for proof that they are eligible to work.
This is such a bummer, if I were not doing this job the dog would be fine at home and could use a potty pad since I am doing this job licensing does not allow potty pads down.
It is an expense I am taking on just because of this business but I figured it would be a long shot.
Thanks for letting me know about both though.