PetScreening

PetScreening

Pet policy management and accommodation platform

Overview

PetScreening provides a subscription-based digital platform that helps property managers, HOAs, and vacation rental managers handle pet policies and accommodation requests for service and support animals. The core product is a centralized system for managing pet-related documentation, ensuring HUD FHAct compliance, and processing reasonable accommodation requests, with secure, remote access for pet owners to manage their pet information. Unlike broader pet-management tools, PetScreening focuses specifically on compliance and accommodation workflows within property management, offering a streamlined, auditable process for pet-related policy enforcement. The company aims to simplify and standardize how pet policies are applied across managed properties while giving pet owners a reliable way to securely store and share their pet information.

About PetScreening

Simplify's Rating
Why PetScreening is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Enterprise Software

Real Estate

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$83M

Headquarters

Cornelius, North Carolina

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PetScreening serves more than 7 million rental units nationwide.
  • It has handled over 1.3 million assistance-animal accommodation requests.
  • Property managers use it for pet-related revenue and compliance efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • PetScreening’s free-to-housing-providers model depends on downstream monetization.
  • A Yardi-embedded workflow weakens standalone pricing power and switching costs.
  • Strict HUD and Fair Housing dependence exposes the core product to legal changes.

What makes PetScreening unique

  • PetScreening standardizes pet risk assessment with digital Pet Profiles and FIDO Scores.
  • It streamlines assistance-animal reviews with certified fair housing specialists and legal counsel.
  • The platform integrates with Yardi, Entrata, ResMan, AppFolio, and other property systems.

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Funding

Total Funding

$83M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

Series B funding is typically for startups that have proven their business model and need more funding to expand rapidly—often by entering new markets or adding more products. Investors are usually venture capital firms that specialize in later-stage investments.
Series B Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

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$100M
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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Pet Insurance

Paid Family/Military/Bereavement leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

3%
PR Newswire
Apr 8th, 2026
PetScreening selects TEAM LEWIS to drive PR and brand strategy.

PetScreening selects TEAM LEWIS to drive PR and brand strategy. Apr 08, 2026, 08:03 ET TEAM LEWIS will help sharpen the story behind modern pet policy management through creative, media relations, and executive thought leadership. SAN DIEGO, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - PetScreening, the industry's first and leading pet policy management software has named TEAM LEWIS as its agency of record. TEAM LEWIS will deliver integrated PR and brand-first campaigns for PetScreening's Short Term Rental (STR) services. As pet-related requests grow in volume and complexity, PetScreening is investing in brand visibility and education to help short-term rental operators and property managers manage pet and animal policies consistently, stay compliant, and improve the resident experience. PetScreening set ambitious 2026 goals to grow STR visibility and generate new leads. It selected TEAM LEWIS from its competitive process for its integrated marketing and needle-moving creative capabilities. "We are excited to partner with TEAM LEWIS to amplify PetScreening's STR, Vacation Rental platform. Pet-friendly accommodations are among the most sought-after features for travelers, and this solution expands options for guests to find homes that welcome their pets while helping property managers protect their assets and benefit from pet-related revenue. A true win-win for everyone involved." said Kristine Champion, Senior Vice President of Marketing. TEAM LEWIS is supporting PetScreening's next phase of STR growth by elevating brand presence and demand generation. In the first months, having already delivered creative, media relations, thought leadership, and earned strategy to reinforce PetScreening's industry leadership. About TEAM LEWIS TEAM LEWIS delivers creative campaigns for commercial and community causes. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in London, the agency operates across 27 offices throughout Asia, EMEA and North America. For more information, visit www.teamlewis.com. Media Contact TEAM LEWIS SOURCE TEAM LEWIS

PR Newswire
Mar 3rd, 2026
PetScreening report: 81% of operators see pet ownership growth, 68% now pet-friendly

PetScreening has released its 2026 State of Pets in Rental Housing Report, surveying 673 property managers and leasing professionals. The report reveals that whilst 71% of US households own pets, only 43% of renters report having one, highlighting a significant gap in pet ownership amongst rental residents. Key findings show 81% of operators report growth in pet ownership and 68% consider themselves pet-friendly. However, unauthorised pets and pet damage remain primary operational challenges. Popular amenities include pet waste stations (45%) and pet parks (35%), whilst most properties maintain restrictions on pet limits per household (78.4%), breeds (66.7%) and weight (59.8%). PetScreening clients experienced a 30.7% revenue increase after implementing the platform, whilst customers saved approximately 1.3 million administrative hours reviewing assistance animal accommodation requests.

PR Newswire
Aug 12th, 2025
PetScreening Named to Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies for Fourth Consecutive Year

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - PetScreening, the leading pet policy management software for the rental housing industry, has been named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

PR Newswire
May 13th, 2025
Petscreening And Ownerrez Partner To Make Vacation Rentals Pet-Friendly--And More Profitable

Integration Will Enable Vacation Rental Hosts to Welcome Pets More EfficientlyCHARLOTTE, N.C., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PetScreening , which offers the rental housing industry's first and leading pet policy management software and has over 7.2 million units using the platform, today announced a partnership with OwnerRez , a powerful, all-in-one vacation rental software that helps property managers and owners streamline their operations.The integration of the PetScreening and OwnerRez platforms will enable OwnerRez users to confidently welcome pets, verify assistance animal claims, increase revenue and maintain accurate records for every pet and animal staying in their properties. It will also provide guests with an easy and efficient way to include their pets in their travel plans."'Pet friendly' is a top search term for vacation rentals, yet most properties still don't accept pets," said John Bradford, founder and CEO of PetScreening. "Through our partnership with OwnerRez, we're bringing our pet-screening tools directly to the vacation rental market—making it easier for hosts to welcome pets, reduce risk and unlock new revenue. Together, we're removing barriers and creating more trusted, pet-friendly stays."Vacation rental owners and managers using OwnerRez can leverage PetScreening's comprehensive screening process, enabling them to make informed decisions about accepting pets at their properties, which reduces potential liability risks. By offering pet-friendly options, hosts will have a strong amenity to differentiate their listings and increase their occupancy rates. The seamless connection between the two platforms also enhances the pet-owner experience by offering greater transparency and trust in the booking process

PR Newswire
Mar 27th, 2025
Petscreening Unveils The State Of Pets In Rental Housing Report

Survey of 1,715 Rental-Housing Professionals Underscores Current Trends and ChallengesCHARLOTTE, N.C., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PetScreening ®, which offers the rental housing industry's first and leading pet policy management software at no charge to property owners and managers, today announced it has released The State of Pets in Rental Housing Report, a detailed look at current pet-related trends and challenges in the rental-housing industry.The survey, based upon the feedback of 1,715 property managers and leasing professionals primarily within the single-family and multifamily spaces, details the impacts of pet-inclusivity in the modern rental-housing world. Among the key findings: 60.7% of single-family respondents and 46.5% of multifamily respondents indicated that having a pet-friendly property has increased resident satisfaction.The top challenge cited among all respondents, which consisted of PetScreening clients and non-clients, was unauthorized pets brought into a home. It was followed by property damage, pet waste and navigating assistance animal requests."After the massive spike in pet ownership during the pandemic prompted the rental-housing industry to rethink its pet processes, it's time to take a fresh look at how these processes and policies are affecting the industry a few years later," said John Bradford, founder and CEO of PetScreening. "The survey findings certainly underscore the value of optimizing pet strategies to improve operational efficiencies and cater to the modern renter. Those prepared to conquer any challenges they might encounter will fare even better."The report also discovered that pit bulls were the most commonly restricted breed, with 94% of respondents citing the breed and its various subtypes, followed by several additional large breeds, including Rottweilers and Dobermans. That said, the survey didn't indicate a direct correlation between those restricted breeds and increases in damages or onsite incidents.The most cited pet amenities offered by respondents included pet waste stations (59%), outdoor amenities (41%) and an onsite dog park (35%)

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