Pet business insurance,
for pet people

• 35 pet care activities covered
• Policies from only £7.32 a month*
• Rated ‘Exceptional’ on Feefo

Pick your policy

Dog Walking Insurance
From just £8.48 a month
Pet Sitting Insurance
From just £8.48 a month
Animal Home Boarding Insurance
From just £8.48 a month
Microchipping Insurance
From just £8.48 a month
Dog Day Care Insurance
From just £15.95 a month
Bird of Prey Liability Insurance
From just £7.32 a month
Pet Taxi Insurance
From just £8.48 a month
Dog Groomers Insurance
From just £8.48 a month
Boarding Kennels Insurance
From just £12.92 a month
Pet Training Insurance 
From just £8.48 a month
Liability Insurance
From just £4.98 a month
Dangerous Wild Animal Insurance
From just £8.25 a month

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Pet business policies can include:

✓ Public liability cover

✓ Professional indemnity cover

✓ Loss or theft of keys

✓ Care of animals’ cover, includes:

  • Veterinary fees
  • Death of animal
  • Loss by theft or straying
  • Loss of boarding fees
  • Advertising and reward
  • Animals in transit cover
  • Negligence cover
Choose extra cover with these add-ons:

+ Employers’ liability cover

+ Buildings cover

+ Contents cover

+ Accidental damage cover

+ Money cover

+ Cover for stock

+ Goods in transit cover

+ Business equipment cover

+ Glass cover

+ Business interruption

+ Business machinery

+ Frozen food

Choose a policy that’s tailored to your pet business needs

Why choose us?

Over £15 million claims paid
Our proven track record shows we’ve got you covered.†
Experts in pet business
With 50 years’ experience, we deliver cover tailored to your business.
Trusted by thousands
Over tens of thousands customers trust us with their livelihood each year

What is pet business insurance?

Pet business insurance is a type of cover designed to protect businesses that work with pets, such as dog walkers, groomers, or boarding facilities, from financial losses. It typically covers liability for accidents, injuries, or damages involving pets, employees, or members of the public.

What does pet business insurance cover?

Your pet business insurance should cover the basics: public liability, property damage, and protection in case of accidents or illnesses involving your clients’ pets. These are the must-haves to keep your business safe.

But depending on what you do, you’ll probably need some extras. For example, if you’re a pet sitter or dog walker who has access to clients’ homes, Key Cover insurance is a smart move. It protects you from risks that come with handling their property.

And if you’ve got a team, Employers’ Liability Insurance isn’t just a good idea, it’s a legal requirement. It covers your business in case an employee gets hurt or sick while working for you.

Which pet business insurance is best?

Choosing the best pet business insurance means finding one that truly meets your needs, offering the cover you require without charging for extras you won’t use. Reliable customer service is crucial, ensuring support is available when you need it most.

As well as reading the ins and outs of the policy, take the time to read reviews about customer service and claims handling. These insights can give you a clearer picture of what you can expect if you ever need to claim on your animal business insurance.

What’s the best insurance for pet businesses?

Picking the right pet business insurance is all about finding a policy that works for you – covering what you need without paying for stuff you don’t. Take time to check the details of the policy and read some reviews about their customer service and claims process. It’ll give you a better idea of what to expect if you ever need help or have to make a claim.

Is ‘pet professional insurance’ the same as ‘pet business insurance’?

Pet professional insurance and pet business insurance are similar but not exactly the same.

Pet professional insurance typically covers services like grooming, training, or pet sitting, focusing on liability insurance. Pet business insurance is broader and designed for entire businesses, covering liability, property, employees, and other aspects of running a pet-related business.

* Price based on a Bird of Prey Liability Core Cover policy, which includes cover for Keys, Public Liability, Professional Indemnity, and the Care, Custody, and Control of Animals. Prices correct at time of publication.
† Claims paid out between 2002-2024