Insights from the front line of pet care

How to Manage Dog Daycare Bookings Without the Chaos

The 7 Best Dog Daycare Software Platforms in 2025 (Honest Comparison)

Running a dog daycare? We compared the top 7 dog daycare software platforms on features, pricing, ease of use, and support — so you can choose with confidence.

Can You Run a Dog Daycare Without Software? (Spoiler: You Probably Shouldn't)

Plenty of dog daycares still run on WhatsApp, spreadsheets, and paper registers. It works — until it doesn't. Here's what we learned from 15 years of running a dog business the hard way.

Dog Daycare Software Pricing: What Does It Actually Cost in 2025?

Software pricing for dog daycares varies wildly — from £30 a month to over £300, with hidden fees that can double your bill. Here's a plain-English breakdown of what you can expect to pay and what to watch out for.

What Features Should Dog Boarding Software Have? A Complete Checklist

Not all pet care software is built equally. If you're evaluating platforms for your dog daycare or boarding facility, here's the complete feature checklist — straight from people who've run a real dog business for 15 years.

Make Running Your Dog Daycare Easier with Xero Integration

Running a dog daycare or walking business is hard work. Between keeping every dog happy and managing the day-to-day jobs, there is not much time left for paperwork. If you are still doing invoices by hand, chasing payments, or trying to make sense of endless spreadsheets, there is an easier way.

Never Forget a Dog Again: Why Non-Live Booking Systems Create Real Risk

Forgetting a dog does not usually come from neglect. It comes from bad systems. If your bookings are not live, if information sits in WhatsApp messages, if paper registers get lost — you are already working in a setup where human error is guaranteed.

Recent Press Concerns Raise Important Questions About Dog Daycare Transport Times

Recent coverage in the media has highlighted concerns around dogs spending excessive time in vans before arriving at daycare. Long, inefficient, or poorly managed transport routes can compromise welfare. This conversation is important — and it is overdue.

The Crate Conversation the Dog World Needs to Have

Dog crates spark strong opinions — some see them as helpful tools, while others worry about cruelty. The key is how they are used. When done right, crates offer security and structure; when misused, they can cause stress.