FAQs

Curious about how Cobeau works? Browse our FAQs for more details on care, credits, and the Cobeau community.

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What is Cobeau?
About Cobeau

Cobeau is a community of pet parents who exchange pet care. Members earn credits by providing walks, daycare, drop-in visits, or overnight stays, and use those credits when their own pets need care. It’s a trusted way to give and get support, built on the idea that we all do better when we care for each other.

What if I want to cancel my membership?
Support & Troubleshooting

You can cancel anytime from your account settings. Membership fees are non-refundable, but your account will remain active until the end of your billing cycle.

What if I have issues with the app?
Support & Troubleshooting

You can reach our support team through the in-app help center or email us at support@joincobeau.com.

How do referrals work?
Community & Reviews

Invite friends to join Cobeau! You’ll earn 2 bonus credits when they sign up and complete their first booking.

Can I favorite members or pets?
Community & Reviews

Yes. You can “favorite” trusted members so their requests appear higher in your feed, making it easier to exchange care with people you know and like.

How do reviews work?
Community & Reviews

After each session, both the caregiver and pets are reviewed. This helps build trust and accountability within the community.

What if I don’t have a pet but want to help?
Using Cobeau

Pet lovers are welcome! You can join Cobeau to provide care, even if you don’t have a pet of your own.

How do I find care?
Using Cobeau

Browse the feed or request care from specific members you trust. You can filter by location, service type, pet preferences, and availability.

Can I care for multiple pets in one request?
Using Cobeau

Yes! When posting or accepting requests, you can indicate if multiple pets are involved. The credits required to book will reflect the type of care and the number of pets needing care.

How do I sign up?
Using Cobeau

Download the Cobeau app or sign up at joincobeau.com. You’ll create a profile, add details about yourself and your pets, and share your care preferences.

What if something goes wrong during care?
Trust & Safety

Our team is available for dispute resolution—just submit a help and support request. We typically respond within 24 hours.

What if someone cancels last-minute?
Trust & Safety

We have guardrails in place to discourage late cancellations. Depending on timing, members may forfeit a portion of their credits or face temporary restrictions.

How do you ensure pets and members are safe?
Trust & Safety

Cobeau includes several built-in safeguards:

  • Background checks on all members before booking care
  • Member reviews and ratings after every care session
Can I buy extra credits?
Credits & Care

Yes! Instant credits can be purchased at $3.50 per credit if you need additional care. Purchased credits can be used to book care, but they do not count toward membership discounts.

Do credits expire?
Credits & Care

Yes. Credits expire 12 months after they are earned.

How many credits do I earn or spend?
Credits & Care
  • 10 credits = Overnight (up to 24 hours, including overnight stay)
  • 5 credits = Daycare (up to 12 hours, no overnight)
  • 2 credits = Drop-in or Walk (up to 1 hour)
What is the refund policy?
Membership & Pricing

Membership fees are non-refundable once charged, but you may cancel at any time and continue using your membership until the end of the billing period. Instant credit purchases are also non-refundable.

Can I try Cobeau for free?
Membership & Pricing

Yes! You can join for free, create your profile, and start earning credits by providing care or referring fiends. A paid membership is required when you’re ready to book care for your own pet.

What’s included in a membership?
Membership & Pricing

Membership unlocks the ability to request and book care. It also covers the cost of 1 background check per year for members that are booking or offering care.

How much does Cobeau cost?
Membership & Pricing
  • Monthly membership: $35/month (or $25/month if you earn 30+ credits in a given month).
  • Annual membership: $279/year (or $199/year if you earn 300+ credits during the year).
What are Cobeau Credits?
Credits & Care

Cobeau credits are the community currency you earn when providing pet care and redeem when requesting care.

Where is Cobeau available?
About Cobeau

Cobeau is launching  in Seattle soon, with more cities on the way. Communities unlock as soon as 50 members join, ensuring there’s a strong, reliable network of pet parents ready to exchange care.

Download the app and create your profile to help bring Cobeau to your neighborhood — the more pet parents who join nearby, the sooner your community unlocks.

How does Cobeau work?
About Cobeau
  • Earn: Care for another member’s pet (walk, drop-in, daycare, or overnight) and earn credits.
  • Book: Use your credits to book care for your own pet, or purchase instant credits if you need more.
  • Repeat: The more you give, the more you get—creating a trusted cycle of care and community.
What pets are allowed on Cobeau?
About Cobeau

Cobeau is designed for dogs and cats. We do not currently support any other animal types.