Pet Boarding Insurance

You can save up to 25% in discounts on business insurance.*

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General Liability

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Commercial Property

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Workers’ Compensation

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Pet boarding insurance that's made for your business

NEXT specializes in providing customized insurance for small businesses and the self-employed. We offer affordable coverage tailored to pet boarding business so you are always protected against unpredictable events. The most common insurances packages bought by pet boarding business owners include:

General liability
Commercial property
Workers’ compensation

Get insurance tailored to your business

Our pet boarding insurance covers a range of small businesses so that you can focus on what you do best:

Pet sitting

Dog boarding

Cat boarding

We’ll help you get the business insurance coverage you need

It’s all about managing your risk. See the different pet boarding business insurance policies available and save up to 10% when you bundle two or more of our policies.

General Liability

Protection for the injuries, accidents and damage you cause

General liability insurance covers the risks that affect almost every pet boarding business. It's the most common insurance for small businesses and entrepreneurs, and it’s typically the first policy purchased by new businesses.

general liability can help you pay for:

Medical payments

Property damage

Legal fees and judgments

Workers’ Compensation

For business owners who hire employees

Workers’ compensation insurance can help pay for medical care and lost wages after a workplace injury. It’s almost always required if your pet boarding business has employees. Choose business owner’s coverage with your policy to protect yourself.

workers compensation can help you pay for:

Medical expenses

Lost wages

Employer liability

Commercial Property

For business owners who own or rent physical spaces

Commercial property coverage helps protect almost all of the physical items you need to run your business operation as a pet boarder, including your equipment, inventory and furniture. And the business income coverage in your property insurance could help cover the revenue you would have earned after an unforeseen flooding, as well as ongoing business expenses while you are closed.

commercial property can help you pay for:

Damaged equipment and inventory

Lost income

Operating expenses

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I feel so protected now that I have liability insurance for my Pet sitting service!

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Debbie Lane was awesome. She walked me through the process and was able to answer all of my question and concerns. I believe Debbie went above and beyond to help our 501c3 Rescue g...

Susan F.

Very convenient

I feel so protected now that I have liability insurance for my Pet sitting service!

Victoria G.

Pet insurance

The person I chatted with was very friendly and helped me decide which insurance was right for my business.

PEARL J.

They are Great to Handle

They are Great to Handle our Kennel Umbrella Policy very reasonable

Bob O.

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Cyntia T.

You can save up to 25% in discounts on pet boarding insurance

You can pay for your insurance monthly or annually and you can cancel instantly at any time.

Basic

Lowest Price

General Liability

Per occurrence

$500,000

Workers’ Comp

Per accident

$100,000

Commercial Property

Per occurrence

$25,000

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How much should a pet boarding business expect to pay for insurance?

Your pet boarding insurance costs will be tailored to your business. Several factors will impact the price you pay, including:

Your claims history
How high you set your limits
Your work experience
How many people you employ

With coverage built for more than 1,300 small business professions, NEXT offers you the right small business insurance at the right price, no matter what you do.

Learn more about pet boarding insurance costs and coverage.

Pet boarding insurance requirements

Small business owners are almost always required to have insurance due to the risk of injury and property damage. You might need insurance to:

Help pay for accidents that cause damage to property that isn’t yours.
Defend yourself if you’re accused of making a mistake that causes someone to lose money.
Hire employees. Most states require workers’ compensation insurance if you have employees.
Drive for business purposes. Business-owned vehicles typically need commercial auto insurance.
Repair or replace commercial property you own or rent. Protect your inventory, equipment and even the building that you lease or own.

Frequently asked questions about pet boarding business insurance

Here are some of the most common questions we get about pet boarding business insurance. If you don’t find the answers you need here, our licensed, U.S.-based insurance advisors are standing by to help via online chat or phone.

Does NEXT Insurance offer workers' compensation coverage for pet boarding?

Yes, NEXT Insurance offers workers' compensation insurance, general liability and commercial property coverage for pet boarding businesses.

Does NEXT Insurance offer commercial property coverage for pet boarding?

Yes, NEXT Insurance offers commercial property insurance, workers’ compensation and general liability coverage for pet boarding businesses.

What do I need to get an insurance quote online?

It takes about 10 minutes to get a business insurance quote online with NEXT. We’ll ask a few questions about your business — like what you do, your location, how many people you employ and the vehicles you use for work. You’ll choose your options and see prices. If you like what you see, you can buy online and get a certificate of insurance (proof of insurance) on the spot.

How can I get a certificate of insurance (COI)?

Once you have a NEXT policy, you’ll have 24/7 access to proof of your insurance (also called a certificate of insurance, or COI) via web or app. Log in to your account, download your COI instantly or deliver it via email or text at no additional cost. Get unlimited certificates and add an additional insured as you need them.

How do you file an insurance claim with NEXT?

If you’re a policyholder, simply log in to your account and file a claim. We’ll contact you shortly to go over the details. Our support team is standing by to help.

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Coverage on-the-go for policyholders

Manage your policies, send and create certificates of insurance, or file a claim with our app.

More professions that are covered by NEXT

Dog Walker, Pet Boarding, Pet Grooming, Pet Store, Pet Trainer, Veterinarian

*To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.