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I've done lots of long-distance consults (more than 2
hours away from me), and have set up the following rule-of-thumb fees
schedule for these. If you're interested in my help, contact me,
and we'll discuss whether or not it's feasible for me to make the trip,
based on several criteria.
If you are 2-4 hours away from me, I require traveling
charges in the amount of $50, and a minimum of 3 hours consulting at the
rates shown in the table. I will allow the spay/neuter discount,
if it applies, as well as the "time block" discount, if it
applies. See the table for more information on this.
If you are more than 4 hours away from me, I require
traveling charges in the amount of $75 (see note, below), plus $15 per
each hour of additional driving time (I calculate this at 65 miles per hour, and
it's a "guess-timate"). I will charge for a minimum of 4
hours consulting, at the rates shown in the discount table.
Note: If the distance is so great that airfare
or hotel charges are incurred, the client would also be responsible for
these. NOTE: I prefer to travel by train, rather than by air (this
is also preferable to my driving great distances). Yes, I'm a
chicken. {grin} See www.AmTrak.com
for service in your area, and I will also consider other traveling
options, at your expense. You are also more than welcome to bring
your dog to me. Contact me for a list of pet-friendly motels in my
area. Note: Several of my
clients have lessened the burden of the traveling charges for
themselves by referring clients to me, from their respective
areas. You can "share" the traveling charges by
referring another dog-owner who wishes to set up sessions on the same
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