How Zauffy keeps your pet safe
Every booking is backed by identity verification, real-time photo updates, and escrow payments. Here's exactly how it works.
Book in minutes
From search to stay — three simple steps
Find a host
Browse verified hosts in your neighborhood. Filter by service type, price, and pet compatibility.
Book securely
Pick your dates and pay through Zauffy. Your money is held in escrow until the stay completes.
Relax with updates
Get real-time photo updates during the stay. Chat with your host anytime. See exactly where your pet is and that they're happy.
Why parents trust Zauffy
Six layers of protection for every booking
Trusted & verified hosts
Every host completes a thorough identity verification process — not just an email check. You always know who's caring for your pet.
Real-time photo updates
Photos from our in-app camera are timestamped and location-verified. See exactly where your pet is and when. No guesswork — proof your pet is safe.
Escrow payments
Your payment is held by Zauffy until the stay completes. If something goes wrong, you're protected. Full refund if cancelled 48+ hours before start.
Home stays, not kennels
Every host cares for pets in their own home — never a kennel, never a cage. We verify home environments through required photo uploads.
Platform support
Every booking is tracked with timestamps, photos, and logs. If there's a dispute, we have the data to resolve it. Unlike WhatsApp, there's accountability.
Reservation guarantee
If your host needs to cancel, we proactively help you find a replacement. You're never left scrambling at the last minute.
Zauffy vs. WhatsApp vs. Kennels
See how Zauffy compares to alternatives
| Feature | Zauffy | Kennel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity verification | Government ID verified | None | Basic ID |
| Photo updates | Real-time, location-verified | Self-reported | None |
| Payment protection | Escrow until completion | Direct transfer | Advance payment |
| Dispute resolution | Platform-mediated with data | None | In-person |
| Booking record | Permanent, structured | Chat threads | Paper receipts |
| Home environment | Verified home photos | Unknown | Cages & kennels |
| In-app chat | Direct host messaging | Mixed with personal chats | Phone calls only |