Pet Sitting Agreement

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Service contract for temporary pet care defining caregiver responsibilities, emergency procedures, veterinary authorization, liability coverage, and compensation terms.

Pet Sitting Agreement

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Key Clauses

  • 1

    Pet Information

    Documents pet details including breed, age, health conditions, and medications.

  • 2

    Care Instructions

    Provides feeding schedules, exercise routines, and behavioral notes.

  • 3

    Veterinary Authorization

    Authorizes emergency veterinary care and provides vet contact information.

  • 4

    Liability and Insurance

    Addresses liability for pet injuries, escapes, or property damage.

  • 5

    Access and Keys

    Details home access arrangements, security codes, and key return procedures.

When You Need This

  • Hiring a pet sitter while traveling or away from home
  • A pet sitting business formalizing terms with new clients
  • Documenting pet care needs and emergency veterinary authorization
  • Establishing liability protections for both pet owners and sitters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Pet Sitting Agreement?

Service contract for temporary pet care defining caregiver responsibilities, emergency procedures, veterinary authorization, liability coverage, and compensation terms.

What should a Pet Sitting Agreement include?

A comprehensive pet sitting agreement should include: pet information, care instructions, veterinary authorization, liability and insurance, access and keys.

When do I need a Pet Sitting Agreement?

Hiring a pet sitter while traveling or away from home. A pet sitting business formalizing terms with new clients. Documenting pet care needs and emergency veterinary authorization. Establishing liability protections for both pet owners and sitters.

Is this template legally binding?

Templates provide a strong starting point, but we recommend having important agreements reviewed by a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction to ensure they meet local legal requirements.

Can I customize this template?

Yes — all bracketed [placeholder] fields can be replaced with your specific information. You can also add, remove, or modify clauses to fit your particular situation.

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