About
KennelBooker is an industry-leading, cloud-based management platform purpose-built for pet businesses of all sizes — from solo dog walkers to large boarding kennels and cattery operations. It eliminates the chaos of paper diaries, missed calls, and manual follow-ups by automating core business operations 24/7. The platform covers a wide range of service types including boarding, board & train, daycare, grooming, dog walks, training, and house-sitting, all managed from a single dashboard. Customers can book online at any time, make payments, and provide detailed care instructions for their pets — while owners receive real-time booking confirmations and revenue insights each morning. Key highlights include automated SMS and email reminders to reduce no-shows, vaccination and waiver checks built into the booking flow, peak pricing configuration, and a point-of-sale module for in-person transactions. Owners can also send personalized pet postcards directly through the system, boosting customer loyalty and word-of-mouth referrals. KennelBooker is fully mobile-optimized, working seamlessly on PCs, tablets, and smartphones, so business owners can manage operations from anywhere. It integrates natively with QuickBooks and Xero for accounting, MailChimp for email marketing, and Google Calendar for scheduling. With compliance features for UK Animal Activities Licensing and detailed revenue reporting, KennelBooker is trusted by thousands of pet care businesses worldwide. A 14-day free trial is available with no credit card required.
Key Features
- 24/7 Online Bookings & Payments: Customers can book and pay online at any hour, with real-time availability and instant confirmation — eliminating missed calls and voicemails.
- Automated Reminders & Confirmations: KennelBooker automatically sends SMS and email reminders to reduce no-shows without any manual follow-up from the business owner.
- Multi-Service Management: Handles boarding, daycare, grooming, dog walks, training, house-sitting, and board & train — all from a single unified platform with a point-of-sale module.
- Accounting & Tool Integrations: Syncs with QuickBooks and Xero for accounting, connects with MailChimp for marketing, and links to Google Calendar for scheduling.
- Revenue Reporting & Daily Overview: A real-time dashboard shows daily check-ins, check-outs, and earnings so owners always have a clear picture of business performance.
Use Cases
- A boarding kennel owner replacing a paper diary with automated online bookings, payment processing, and SMS reminders for pet owners.
- A doggy daycare manager tracking daily check-ins and check-outs while monitoring revenue through the built-in reporting dashboard.
- A pet groomer offering online appointment scheduling with automated confirmations and vaccination checks built into the booking flow.
- A cattery operator syncing bookings with Google Calendar and financial data with Xero to keep operations and accounts organized.
- A house-sitting or dog-walking business using KennelBooker to manage multiple service types and send personalized pet postcards to clients during stays.
Pros
- All-in-one platform: Covers every core pet business service type in a single tool, eliminating the need for multiple apps or spreadsheets.
- Easy to set up and use: No technical expertise needed — business owners can configure their workflows once and let the system run automatically.
- Strong accounting integrations: Native QuickBooks and Xero sync keeps finances tidy without double data entry or manual exports.
- Mobile-friendly for on-the-go management: Fully optimized for phones and tablets, so owners can manage bookings from anywhere on the property or off-site.
Cons
- No free plan: Only a 14-day trial is available — ongoing access requires a paid subscription, which may be a barrier for very small or new businesses.
- Niche focus: Designed exclusively for pet businesses, so it's not suitable for general appointment-based service businesses outside the pet care industry.
- Limited public information on advanced features: Details on API access, white-labeling, or enterprise-level customization are not readily available on the public site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of pet businesses can use KennelBooker?
KennelBooker is designed for kennels, catteries, doggy daycares, groomers, dog walkers, trainers, and house-sitters. It supports all of these service types within a single account.
Is there a free trial available?
Yes, KennelBooker offers a 14-day free trial with no credit card required, allowing you to explore all features before committing to a paid plan.
Does KennelBooker integrate with accounting software?
Yes, KennelBooker integrates directly with both QuickBooks and Xero for seamless accounting synchronization.
Can customers book and pay online without calling?
Yes, customers can view real-time availability, complete bookings, and make payments online 24/7 without needing to call or email the business.
Is KennelBooker mobile-friendly?
Absolutely. KennelBooker is fully optimized for phones, tablets, and PCs, allowing business owners and customers alike to use the platform from any device.
