At Easirent, we allow your pets in our rental cars. We know that traveling with pets adds extra joy to any trip, and finding a rental company that accommodates them isn’t always easy. Our pet friendly car rental service makes it simpler to include the whole family on your journey.
We make it easy to bring your pets along, so you can avoid the worry of leaving them behind or arranging extra pet care.
When you rent with us, simply ensure your pet remains in their carrier at all times and return the car clean and free of pet hair or odors to prevent cleaning fees.
1. Our Pet Friendly Policy
Easirent aims to make car rentals accessible and comfortable for pet owners. Our clear policies specify which animals are permitted and outline requirements for your peace of mind.
Types of Pets We Allow
We welcome cats and small dogs in our rental vehicles. Service animals, as defined by law, are always permitted and do not count toward pet restrictions.
Important requirement: All pets must remain within a pet carrier at all times when inside the vehicle during the rental period. This ensures both your pet’s safety and the vehicle’s condition.
There is no additional fee for bringing approved pets in our vehicles. However, if the vehicle requires cleaning of pet hair or odor upon return, a cleaning fee of $250 may be applied at the branch’s discretion.
For quick reference, our pet policy includes:
Cats & Small Dogs: Permitted when kept in a proper carrier at all times
Service Animals: Always permitted (must comply with legal definitions)
Other Pets: Not permitted (includes reptiles, birds, rodents, larger dogs, etc.)
2. Choosing the Right Vehicle for Your Pet
Selecting a suitable rental means considering both vehicle size and safety features. We recommend matching your rental vehicle to your pet’s carrier size rather than simply choosing the most available option.
Best Vehicle Rental Types We Offer for Pets
Our fleet includes several car types that are particularly pet-friendly:
SUVs and 4x4s: Our most popular option for pet owners due to their ample space and large cargo areas that comfortably fit pet carriers.
Sedans and Station Wagons: These provide easy access and plenty of room for properly sized pet carriers, making them excellent choices for medium-sized pets.
Economy Compacts: While offering less space, these can still accommodate smaller pet carriers for shorter journeys.
If you’re traveling with more than one pet carrier or extra luggage, we recommend choosing a model with fold-flat rear seats or extra cargo space. Easirent offers a variety of options across our locations in Florida, Texas, North Carolina, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona to suit different requirements.
We encourage you to discuss vehicle size with our rental team before booking. It can be helpful to check cargo area dimensions online, especially if you haven’t used a particular model before.
Space and Comfort Considerations
The space in your rental directly affects your pet carrier placement during the journey:
- Our vehicles with ample cargo space allow you to secure pet carriers safely
- Many of our models feature seats that fold down or slide forward, providing flexibility for carrier placement
- Good ventilation and sunshades help keep the interior comfortable, especially for trips in warmer states like Florida, Texas, and Arizona
3. Preparing for Your Road Trip with Pets
When traveling with pets in our rental cars, proper preparation helps you avoid cleaning fees and keeps the vehicle free of pet hair or odors. We recommend following these simple tips to keep your car clean throughout your trip.
Selecting the Right Carrier
Choosing the right carrier is important for both pet safety and vehicle cleanliness:
- Select a secure, properly sized carrier that allows your pet to stand, turn around, and lie down
- Ensure the carrier has no openings that would allow your pet to escape
- For smaller animals, airline-approved carriers are excellent options
- Place absorbent pads in the carrier to handle any accidents
- Consider carriers with waterproof bottoms for added protection
Tips to Avoid Pet Hair, Odors, and Cleaning Fees
To help you avoid the $250 cleaning fee, we suggest:
- Place your carrier on a towel or blanket for added protection
- Regularly check that your pet remains in the carrier throughout the trip
- Pack waste bags, odor-neutralizing sprays, and travel-size cleaning wipes
- Keep windows slightly open for ventilation to avoid buildup of smells when safe to do so
- Immediately clean any spills that may occur from water or food bowls
Returning Your Rental Car in Clean Condition
Before returning your rental to us, please:
- Thoroughly check for any pet hair that may have escaped the carrier
- Pay special attention to floor mats, seat crevices, and trunk areas
- Remove the carrier and any protective covers, examining the area beneath
- For lingering smells, wipe down surfaces with pet-safe cleaning wipes
- Air out the car with doors open if possible
- Check for stains or residue and spot-clean with appropriate products
Returning the car clean helps you avoid the $250 cleaning fee and ensures a positive experience for everyone.
4. Ready to Book Your Pet Friendly Car Rental?
At Easirent, cats and small dogs are welcome in our vehicles as long as they remain in carriers at all times. We’re committed to making your road trip with your pet companions as enjoyable and easy as possible.
Book online through our website or mobile app, or call any of our locations directly. Our free shuttle bus service at major airports and select locations makes it even easier to start your journey with your pets.
