Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What Business Trades do you cover? A. We can cover all the following trades and are constantly adding new trades. Q. How many dogs can I walk? A. A maximum of 6 dogs per person can be walked at any one time in public. We recommend that you check with your local authority in case they have any restrictions. Q. Can I walk dogs off lead? A. Yes your insurance policy will cover you to walk dogs on or off lead. Q. Can I walk my own dogs at the same times as my customers? A. Yes, but the total number of dogs being walked at any one time cannot exceed six. Q. Are my own animals included? A. Your own animals are not included on this policy. This policy covers for third party animals in your care only. However, if you are walking your own dog whilst walking client’s dogs, we can cover your own dog for Public Liability only. Q. What happens if an animal in my care damages my property? A. We do not provide cover for your own property. Your public liability would cover any third party property damage. You would need to check with your home insurance if you are insured for any damage to your property caused by your business. Q. Do you cover any animal on the DWAA or DDA? A. No. We cannot cover any Dangerous wild animals or Dogs on the dangerous Dog Act. Q. Can I amend my policy at any time? A. Yes. You can amend your policy at any time. We do not charge a fee for amendments, we only charge if there is extra cover being added.