PetCloud corporate pet care lets Australian employers offer staff flexible pet care, such as dog walks, home visits, pet sitting and pet taxi trips to the vet, as a workplace perk that staff book themselves. It is one of several corporate pet care perks employers use to support the two in three staff who own a pet.
Why pet care perks matter to employees
Pet owners often juggle long shifts, travel and caring duties. When there is no one to walk the dog or feed the cat, staff leave early, stay home or worry at their desk. A practical pet care perk takes some of that pressure off and signals that the business understands what home life looks like.
Corporate pet care perks Australian employers offer
- Flexible pet care credit. Staff use a set amount, or a promo code, toward dog walking, home visits, pet sitting or doggy day care.
- Backup care for travel and shift work. Help for fly-in fly-out staff, shift workers and people who travel for work, including last-minute emergency pet sitting.
- Transport to appointments. A pet taxi to routine vet or grooming appointments saves staff taking time off.
- New pet leave. A day or two off to settle a new puppy or kitten, sometimes called pawternity leave. Our guide to settling a new puppy or kitten in the first week shows why those first days matter.
- Pet-friendly office days. Some workplaces allow well-behaved dogs on set days, with clear rules on allergies and shared spaces.
- Prevention education. Free resources such as the PetCloud Academy and owner videos help staff keep pets healthy and avoid surprise costs.
Some employers also arrange discounts on pet health products through other providers. Pet owners remain responsible for their own pets’ vet bills, so prevention and routine care are worth building into any program.
How PetCloud corporate pet care works
- The employer sets up the benefit and receives a corporate promo code.
- Staff post a free job on PetCloud, and available carers in their area apply.
- Staff meet their chosen carer, then book and pay through a secure Stripe checkout.
- Care covers home visits, dog walks, pet sitting, house sitting, doggy day care, dog training, pet taxis and long-term boarding.
PetCloud is a technology platform. It does not employ or control the carers who use it, and it is not present at meet and greets, so staff choose their own carer. PetCloud strongly encourages pet owners to choose a police-checked sitter, and strongly encourages sitters to complete a biometric identity check.
Choosing the right perk for your team
| Team situation | Perk that fits |
|---|---|
| Shift and emergency services workers | Midday dog walks and home visits during long shifts |
| Fly-in fly-out or frequent travellers | Pet sitting, house sitting and long-term boarding |
| Office-based hybrid teams | Doggy day care on office days, pet-friendly office days |
| New pet owners | New pet leave plus puppy sitting while they settle in |
See the PetCloud corporate pet care page for the full list of services available to staff.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best pet care perks for employees?
Useful pet care perks include flexible pet care credit for dog walks, home visits and pet sitting, backup care for travel and shift work, pet taxis to vet appointments, new pet leave and pet-friendly office days. PetCloud corporate pet care lets staff book these services themselves.
What is corporate pet care?
Corporate pet care is a staff benefit where an employer helps employees pay for or access pet care. With PetCloud, the employer receives a corporate promo code, staff post a free job, and carers in their area apply.
Does corporate pet care include vet bills?
No. PetCloud corporate pet care covers care services such as walks, home visits, sitting and pet taxis. Pet owners remain responsible for their own pets’ vet bills.
Who are the carers in a corporate pet care program?
On PetCloud, carers are independent pet sitters, dog walkers and other pet professionals who list their own services. PetCloud strongly encourages pet owners to choose a police-checked sitter, and strongly encourages sitters to complete a biometric identity check.
