Legal & safety

Terms of Service & Safety Policy

These terms apply to every booking made through PetShare. Please read them before booking or hosting.

1. Tiered Service Fees & Safety & Care Fee Structure

Every booking made through PetShare carries a Guest Service Fee, a Host Commission Fee, and a mandatory Safety & Care Fee. The rates that apply depend on how long the stay is.

Short-Term Stays (Under 14 nights / Under 2 weeks)

Guest Service Fee10%
Host Commission Fee10%
Safety & Care Fee$6.00 AUD per night

The Safety & Care Fee covers PetShare Master Public Liability Insurance and 24/7 Emergency Vet Response.

Long-Term Stays (14 nights or more / 2 weeks and above)

Guest Service Fee5% (50% long-term discount)
Host Commission Fee5% (50% long-term discount)
Safety & Care Fee$3.00 AUD per night (50% long-term discount)

The discounted Safety & Care Fee continues to fund the PetShare Emergency Trust Fund, 24/7 emergency support, local partner vet response, and PetShare's Master Public Liability Policy.

Stay durations are calculated based on consecutive nights booked in a single reservation. Discounts for long-term stays (2+ weeks) are automatically applied at checkout.

Worked examples: a 3-night stay at $25 per night is a $75.00 base, a $7.50 Guest Service Fee (10%) and an $18.00 Safety & Care Fee ($6.00 x 3), so the guest pays $100.50. A 14-night stay at the same nightly rate is a $350.00 base, a $17.50 Guest Service Fee (5%) and a $42.00 Safety & Care Fee ($3.00 x 14), so the guest pays $409.50. The Host Commission Fee is always deducted from the host payout and is never taken from the Safety & Care Fee.

2. Emergency Vet Care Coverage

Up to $1,500 per booking, after a $100 deductible

Eligible emergency veterinary treatment for a pet during an active booking is supported by the PetShare Emergency Trust Fund up to $1,500, after a standard $100 deductible paid by the pet owner. Pre-existing conditions and incidents caused by undisclosed aggression are not eligible.

3. Strict Liability & Indemnity

Pet owner liability

The pet owner is fully responsible for their pet. This includes any injury, damage or loss caused by undisclosed aggression, any bite to a person, and any fatal incident involving their pet. Owners agree to indemnify PetShare and the host against claims arising from these events.

Platform liability

To the extent permitted by law, PetShare accepts no liability for attacks on people or for personal injuries caused by a pet. Nothing in these terms excludes rights you have under the Australian Consumer Law.

Insurance & Protection Policy

How PetShare approaches insurance and protection for hosts and guests.

At PetShare, community safety is our top priority. We align our platform safety guidelines with leading pet business insurance providers in Australia, such as Pet Business International Australia, to cover our growing host and guest network.

Full insurance coverage activation is seamlessly integrated as booking volume grows. During this launch phase, individual hosts are also encouraged to maintain their own personal liability insurance before confirming care arrangements.

4. Mandatory Safety Rules

These rules apply to every owner and host. Breaking them can lead to account removal.

Leash & harness

Pets must be on a secure leash or harness during every outdoor walk.

C5 vaccination proof

Dogs must have current C5 vaccinations, with proof available before the stay.

Restricted breeds

Zero tolerance: Queensland restricted and declared dangerous dogs cannot be booked or hosted.

100% Mandatory Indoor Care for Cats

For the safety and welfare of all cats, all cat stays hosted on PetShare must be strictly 100% indoor care. Hosts must keep doors, screens, and windows secure to prevent accidental escape or loss.

5. Mandatory Pet Owner Supply Responsibilities

Owners supply everything their pet needs for the stay. Hosts provide supervision, care, and a safe environment.

Food & Nutrition

Pet owners must supply sufficient food, treats, and feeding instructions for the entire stay. Hosts are not responsible for purchasing pet food.

Bedding & Comfort

Owners must provide the pet's familiar bed, mat, or blanket, along with favourite toys to ensure comfort and reduce anxiety.

Bowls & Leash Gear

Owners must supply food and water bowls, a secure leash, collar or harness with ID tags, and any required medications with clear dosage instructions.

Questions? Email petshare8@gmail.com. See also our Privacy Policy · Emergency Vet Directory.