Pet Sitting Insurance - Insurance for Pet Sitters

What is pet sitting insurance?

Pet sitting insurance is a specialist cover designed to protect those who care for other people’s pets. Having the right insurance for pet sitting means you’re financially protected if something goes wrong, like if a pet gets injured, property is damaged, or you lose a client’s keys.

Why do I need pet sitting insurance?

When you’re responsible for someone else’s pet, there’s always a chance that something could go wrong. For example, if a pet in your care gets sick, injured or hurts someone you might end up paying the bill if you don’t have insurance.

What does pet sitting insurance cover?

Our tailored pet sitting business insurance policies include essential protection such as:

Public Liability – Sometimes called ‘pet sitting liability insurance’, public liability covers you if a pet in your care accidentally injures someone or damages their property. It’s your safety net, handling legal fees and compensation claims so you can run your pet sitting business with confidence.
Care, Custody & Control of Animals – Protects you if a pet becomes ill, is injured, goes missing, or sadly passes away while under your care. This cover can help with vet bills or compensation, giving clients peace of mind when they trust you with their pets.
Professional Indemnity – Covers claims and legal fees if a customer says you made a mistake or gave incorrect advice while looking after their pet.
Employers’ Liability – Covers legal and compensation costs if an employee is injured or becomes ill while working for you, for example while walking a dog or cleaning up after pets.

Cover available with Pet Sitters Insurance

Liability

Employers’ Liability
Public Liability
Professional Indemnity

Care of Animals

Care, Custody & Control of Animals

Includes the following:

– Veterinary Fees
– Death of Animal
– Loss by Theft or Straying
– Advertising & Reward
– Animals in Transit

Custodial Responsibility

Buildings & Property

Property Damage
Accidental Damage cover is available under ‘Buildings’, ‘Contents’ and ‘Stock’ sections.
Cover available:
– Buildings

– Contents

– Stock
Money
Goods in Transit
Loss or Theft of Keys
Computer and Other Business Equipment
Specified All Risks

Is pet sitting insurance really necessary?

While insurance for pet sitting isn’t legally required, it’s highly recommended and many clients (and pet sitting platforms such as Rover and Tailster) expect it.
It protects you from costly damage, pet injury, or loss of trust.

How much does pet sitting insurance cost?

Policies start from £8.48 per month but will vary depending on the level of cover you choose and any extras you add to your policy.*

^{*£8.48 per month is based on standard cover for a sole trader with no employees.}

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