Why Australian pet businesses
are switching from US software
Save $5,000-8,000/year in payment fees, get same-timezone support, and stop paying USD subscriptions with foreign exchange markups.
See the honest, side-by-side comparison below.
Switching from another system?
Search for your current software to see an honest comparison, or explore how easy migration really is.
Getting started is easier than you think
Choose your path to Petboost. Most businesses are live in under a day.
Magic Competitor CSV Import
Most PopularAuto-detects formats from Gingr, MoeGo, Time To Pet, and more
Magic Google Sheets Mode
InstantConnect your spreadsheet and we'll map everything automatically
Guided Setup from Scratch
FreeStart fresh with our step-by-step wizard, no existing data needed
No credit card required · Free 14-day trial
6 Genuine Competitive Advantages
These aren't trivial feature differences. They're architectural advantages that solve real customer pain points.
Lifecycle Automation
Automate as much or as little as you want, from booking to payment. With 50%+ of appointments self-service and 70%+ booked after hours, it's like having a receptionist trained on your rules.
- Self-service booking 24/7
- Automated SMS & email reminders
- Terms & vaccination checks
- Payment pre-authorisation
- Automatic invoicing & receipts
- Auto-charge after service
Dual Booking Modes
Two modes for different workflows. Magic Schedule handles availability-checked bookings with confidence. Quick Force gives you direct control to schedule without restrictions.
- Self-service with availability checks
- Direct diary control when needed
- Choose based on your workflow
- Best of both worlds
Seamless, Secure Payments
Get paid automatically. Built-in invoices branded with your logo, colours & ABN. Connect to Xero Bank Feeds for seamless accounting. We use Stripe under the hood to securely manage all payment processing.
- Card on File (auto-charge)
- SMS Payment Link
- In-Person Card Terminal
- Pre-Auth for No-Show Protection
- Branded Invoices with ABN
- Xero-ready accounting via Bank Feeds
Self-Service Packages
Customers buy 10-walk bundles at 3am, credits automatically apply at checkout. Lock in recurring revenue with zero admin work.
- 5, 10, 20-pack bundles
- 24/7 self-service purchase
- Automatic credit deduction
- Transparent balance tracking
Per-Resource Capacity
Never overbook your facilities. Set precise limits for every kennel, play area, grooming station, and van.
- Per-resource capacity limits
- Real-time utilisation tracking
- Colour-coded timeline
- Safety regulation compliance
Native Course Management
Purpose-built for dog trainers. Not recurring appointments pretending to be courses.
- Course Templates
- Course Instances with real dates
- Enrolment tracking
- Attendance management
- Lifecycle management
Why Australian businesses
choose Australian software
Built in Sydney for Australian pet businesses, big and small.
Not a US product adapted for Australian timezone.
Save $5-8K/year
0.00% payment processing vs 2.9-5%+ with US competitors (international card fees, currency conversion on top of payment processing). No USD subscription fees with foreign exchange markups.
Same-timezone support
Your 3pm is our 3pm, not their midnight. Get answers when you need them, from people who understand Australian business.
SMS that actually works
Native +61 SMS for appointment reminders, confirmations, and payment alerts. Reliable Australian delivery, not routed through US servers.
Australian compliance
GST-compliant invoicing, ABN integration, and designed around Australian consumer law from day one.
Where each platform
excels
An honest comparison. We show competitor strengths too.
You deserve the full picture to make the right choice.
Feature Comparison
See how Petboost compares
Pet + Owner Architecture
Built around human-to-pet relationships
Automation Tiers
Configurable automation levels
End-to-end, per-service
All or nothing
3 tiers, global
Booking Modes
Smart scheduling + manual override
Magic + Force (dual)
Single algorithm
Manual only
Payment Methods
Ways to accept payment
5+ options with pre-auth
1-2 methods
Card only
Package System
Prepaid bundles with auto-credit
Self-service purchase
Manual tracking
Resource Capacity
Per-resource capacity limits
Real-time, per-resource
Daily limit only
Course Management
Enrolment, attendance, lifecycle
Native system
Recurring appointments
Bolted-on addon
Vaccination Tracking
Due dates and compliance
Customer Self-Service
24/7 booking and package purchase
Pre-Authorisation
Hold funds before service
Australian Support
Same-timezone assistance
Feature Comparison See how Petboost compares | P Petboost🇦🇺Australian-Built | G Generic Booking | P Pet-Specific |
|---|---|---|---|
Pet + Owner ArchitectureBuilt around human-to-pet relationships | |||
Automation TiersConfigurable automation levels | End-to-end, per-service | All or nothing | 3 tiers, global |
Booking ModesSmart scheduling + manual override | Magic + Force (dual) | Single algorithm | Manual only |
Payment MethodsWays to accept payment | 5+ options with pre-auth | 1-2 methods | Card only |
Package SystemPrepaid bundles with auto-credit | Self-service purchase | Manual tracking | |
Resource CapacityPer-resource capacity limits | Real-time, per-resource | Daily limit only | |
Course ManagementEnrolment, attendance, lifecycle | Native system | Recurring appointments | Bolted-on addon |
Vaccination TrackingDue dates and compliance | |||
Customer Self-Service24/7 booking and package purchase | Limited | ||
Pre-AuthorisationHold funds before service | |||
Australian SupportSame-timezone assistance | Limited |
Last updated: December 2025 • Based on publicly available information
From solo operators to
multi-van fleets
Petboost scales with you. Whether you're a one-person mobile groomer or running a large facility with multiple staff and spaces.
Solo Superstars
One-person operations with streamlined scheduling and automated payments.
- 1-tap booking management
- Automated invoicing & receipts
- After-hours self-service booking
- SMS reminders on autopilot
Growing Teams
3-10 staff with resource management, shared calendars, and team coordination.
- Multi-staff scheduling
- Per-resource capacity limits
- Team permissions & roles
- Shared customer database
Large Operations
Dog walking van fleets, multi-space facilities, and high-volume businesses.
- Fleet/van management
- Multi-space capacity tracking
- Volume pricing available
- Advanced automation rules
Switching is easier than you think
Most businesses are fully migrated in 1-2 weeks. We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your pets.
Connect your existing booking account or upload a CSV export of your client data.
Choose exactly which data points you want to bring over to Petboost.
Review your imported data and start using your new Petboost dashboard immediately.
Switching Questions
Everything you need to know about migrating from your current system.
Ready to stop paying
for software that doesn't fit?
Start your 14-day free trial, then activate Business Pro for 28 days with 0% Petboost fees.
Only pay Stripe processing fees.