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A dog bite or an accusation that your board mismanaged funds could lead to a lawsuit that hinders your mission of helping homeless pets. Stay on track with policies designed for animal shelters.
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What types of business insurance do animal shelters need?
These policies provide coverage for the most common risks at an animal shelter.
General liability insurance
General liability insurance covers basic risks, such as an overly excited animal tripping a visitor. Bundle with property insurance for savings in a business owner’s policy.
BEST FOR
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Damaged visitor property
- Libel or slander lawsuits
Business owner’s policy
A business owner’s policy bundles general liability and property insurance in one plan. A BOP is often one of the most cost-effective commercial animal rescue insurance policies.
BEST FOR
- Visitor injuries
- Damage to visitor property
- Business property damage
Professional liability insurance
This policy, also called errors and omissions insurance, can help cover expenses if someone sues your shelter for improper care of a dog, cat, or other animal.
BEST FOR
- Accusations of negligence
- Failure to rehome animals as promised
- Failure to recognize an animal’s injury
Directors and officers insurance
Directors and officers insurance protects board members and officers against legal expenses if they are sued for a decision they made on behalf of your animal shelter.
BEST FOR
- Mismanagement of funds
- Failure to perform official duties
- Defamation by a board member or officer
Workers’ compensation insurance
Workers’ compensation insurance is required in almost every state for animal shelters that have employees. It can cover medical costs for work-related injuries.
BEST FOR
- Employee medical expenses
- Partial missed wages
- Lawsuits over employee injuries
Employment practices liability insurance
If an animal shelter is sued by an employee over a violation of employee rights, employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) can pay for legal costs.
BEST FOR
- Sexual harassment lawsuits
- Discrimination claims
- Claims of wrongful termination
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How much does insurance cost for nonprofits?
Several factors will have an impact on insurance costs, including:
- Nonprofit services offered
- Business equipment and property
- Revenue
- Location
- Number of employees
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Why do animal shelters need insurance?
Providing refuge for animals is selfless work, but it’s not without its hazards. If a dog or cat injures a visitor or staff member, it could trigger a hefty lawsuit. Animal shelter insurance covers legal fees and other costs that might otherwise derail your goal of rehoming pets.