Pet-Friendly Rentals Are Booming in NZ — Here’s How to Protect Your Bond

third party insurance for pets can pay for damage like this dog's broken plates

Renting with a pet? Since 1 December 2025, NZ landlords can no longer impose blanket “no pets” rules — only knock-backs on “reasonable grounds.” Landlords can also now charge a pet bond of up to two weeks’ rent to cover potential damage, giving them extra peace of mind to say yes. Pet-friendly rentals have nearly … Read more