What trademark class is a dog walking business in?

Most dog walking businesses register in class 45. Class 45 covers legal & security. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.

Do dog walking businesses need to register in more than one class?

Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Dog walking businesses usually start with class 45, then add others as the business grows.

How much does it cost a dog walking business to register a trademark?

Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a dog walking business covering class 45 pays about £205. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters.

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Which trademark classes does a dog walking business need?

Most dog walking businesses register in class 45 (Legal & security).

Dog walking and pet sitting are personal services rendered for owners, which places them in the same class as other individual services. Businesses that also groom pets or sell their own treats add the health and natural-products classes.

Last reviewed June 2026

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The classes dog walking businesses usually register in

Class45Legal & securityDog walking and pet sitting: caring for pets on behalf of their owners is a personal service.

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Frequently asked questions

What trademark class is a dog walking business in?: Most dog walking businesses register in class 45. Class 45 covers legal & security. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.
Do dog walking businesses need to register in more than one class?: Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Dog walking businesses usually start with class 45, then add others as the business grows.
How much does it cost a dog walking business to register a trademark?: Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a dog walking business covering class 45 pays about £205. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters. See the full cost breakdown.

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These are the classes dog walking businesses most commonly register, not a full legal specification — when you file, you list the exact goods or services you need. This is general information, not legal advice. See also our guide toregistering a UK trademark, orbrowse other business types.