Being a bonded and insured pet sitter is vital

What does a professional pet sitter do when:

• a client’s hardwood floors are damaged due to a water-related accident?
• a pet in her care dislocates its hip?
• a dog swallows a ball at a dog park and requires surgery?
• a cat overdoses on medication?

Sign up to receive PSI’s Scoop on Pet Care and download a free “Insurance Issues” article to find out how these and similar insurance claims are handled. You will also receive a checklist of 13 questions you should ask a pet owner prior to taking on a pet-sitting job.

Being a bonded and insured pet sitter is a vital part of owning a pet-sitting business. PSI members have access to policies designed exclusively for professional pet sitters – at an affordable group rate.

Business Insurers of the Carolinas has been providing General Liability specifically designed for pet-sitter associations since 1995. BIC’s coverage includes the broadest Care, Custody and Control coverage for the pets and property in your care whether at your client’s home, in transit or at your home. BIC also provides Bonding designed specifically for professional pet sitters.

Contact Business Insurers of the Carolinas at 1-800-962-4611 or at http://www.psi-ins.com/

For Canadian Members:

Binks is proud to be the exclusive insurance broker of bonding and liability coverage for PSI's Canadian members. It administers a comprehensive insurance program tailored to the specialized needs of Canadian pet sitters. Professional pet sitters know that bonding and liability coverage is a must.

Contact Binks at 1-(877) 302-4657 or g.binks@binks.ca