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)
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)
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
3. Strict Liability & Indemnity
Pet owner liability
Platform liability
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
C5 vaccination proof
Restricted breeds
100% Mandatory Indoor Care for Cats
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
Bedding & Comfort
Bowls & Leash Gear
Questions? Email petshare8@gmail.com. See also our Privacy Policy · Emergency Vet Directory.