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Australian businesses switch to Petboost for transparent, predictable pricing
An honest, side-by-side comparison to help you decide what's right for your Australian pet business.
Why businesses choose Petboost
Purpose-built for Australian pet businesses. No compromises.
Built for Australian Businesses
AUD pricing, GST-ready, No FX Fees
1 system, 1 plan, multi-category
Grooming, daycare, boarding, walking, training. All included.
All on one plan. No add-ons.
Most actions in 1-2 clicks!
Minimal digging. No endless menus
Easy for Pet Owners
Avg. time to book less than 2 min
The Facts at a Glance
KennelBooker
www.kennelbooker.com- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- Ireland
- Focus
- Kennel and cattery management
- Est. Customers
- Unknown
- Pricing
- Monthly subscription (varies by region)
Double Fee Alert for Australian Businesses
- •Monthly subscription (varies by region)
- •Separate payment processing: 2.9-5%+ (vs Petboost 1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee)
Australian businesses pay subscription AND separate payment processing fees
Petboost
Built in Sydney- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- Sydney, Australia
- Focus
- Multi-vertical pet services
- AU Presence
- Native (built in Sydney)
- Pricing
- $65-240/mo + 1.2-1.4%or $0 with card volume*
*Subscription waived as a bonus reward: Pro at $7,500+/mo, Max at $20,000+/mo in card payments
Built for Australian Businesses
US-based software simply can't match these Australian-specific advantages.
Payment Processing
Processing
| Payment Processing | KennelBooker | Petboost🇦🇺 |
|---|---|---|
| Processing | Varies | AU Stripe (1.70%) |
SMS Functionality
SMS Availability
SMS Pricing
Character Limits
Australian Phone Number
SMS Payment Links
2-Way Messaging
| SMS Functionality | KennelBooker | Petboost🇦🇺 |
|---|---|---|
| SMS Availability | ⚠️ Add-on credit system. SMS credits purchased in bundles of 100 | ✅ Included with Business Pro & Max plans |
| SMS Pricing | Per-credit pricing varies by country. Not publicly disclosed | Published credit packs in AUD |
| Character Limits | 160 chars per credit. Longer messages use multiple credits | Standard encoding, documented clearly |
| Australian Phone Number | ⚠️ Likely supported (pricing adapts by country) but not confirmed | ✅ Australian number with Messaging Pro |
| SMS Payment Links | ❌ Not available | ✅ One-tap payment via SMS |
| 2-Way Messaging | ❌ Not documented | ✅ Messaging Pro add-on with dedicated AU number |
Consider KennelBooker only if
There are limited scenarios where KennelBooker may suit you better:
- Boarding kennels and catteries (their core focus)
- Irish pet boarding facilities
- Businesses wanting dedicated kennel management software
- Operations focused primarily on overnight boarding
Petboost?
Purpose-built for Australian pet businesses with a design-first approach our customers rave about:
- Australian pet businesses wanting local support and compliance
- Multi-service operators (boarding + grooming + daycare + training)
- Businesses wanting $65/month (waived at $7,500+ in card payments) transparent pricing
- Owners who value modern automation and self-service features
From large daycares to solo groomers, businesses Australia-wide
Where Each Platform Excels
An honest look at how each platform handles key functionality.
Feature Comparison
KennelBooker vs Petboost
Pet Attributes Library
Pre-built tags for allergies, grooming prefs, behavioural traits
Petboost has comprehensive attribute library with colour coding and icons
Basic pet notes/fields
2,000+ pre-built attributes with 8+ categories
Pet & Owner Profiles
Comprehensive profile hub with tabs for appointments, packages, sales, settings & paperwork
Petboost centralises packages, sales, grooming prefs, vaccinations, policy overrides & digital paperwork
Basic pet records with booking history
8 organised tabs with per-customer policy overrides & collaborative management
Online Booking
Appointment scheduling
Both offer online booking
Magic Availability Check + Quick Create
Payment Processing
Transaction rates
Petboost optimised for AU
Integrated (varies)
1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee (AU Stripe)
Kennel/Pen Management
Facility visualisation
KennelBooker more visual
Resource capacity
Multi-Service
Beyond boarding
Petboost more versatile
Full multi-vertical
SMS
Text notifications
Petboost better for AU
International
AU-native (+61)
Course Management
Training courses
Petboost has training courses
Native courses
Feature Comparison KennelBooker vs Petboost | K KennelBooker | P Petboost🇦🇺Australian-Built |
|---|---|---|
Pet Attributes LibraryPre-built tags for allergies, grooming prefs, behavioural traits Petboost has comprehensive attribute library with colour coding and icons | Basic pet notes/fields | 2,000+ pre-built attributes with 8+ categories |
Pet & Owner ProfilesComprehensive profile hub with tabs for appointments, packages, sales, settings & paperwork Petboost centralises packages, sales, grooming prefs, vaccinations, policy overrides & digital paperwork | Basic pet records with booking history | 8 organised tabs with per-customer policy overrides & collaborative management |
Online BookingAppointment scheduling Both offer online booking | Magic Availability Check + Quick Create | |
Payment ProcessingTransaction rates Petboost optimised for AU | Integrated (varies) | 1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee (AU Stripe) |
Kennel/Pen ManagementFacility visualisation KennelBooker more visual | ✅ Visual pen view | Resource capacity |
Multi-ServiceBeyond boarding Petboost more versatile | Limited | Full multi-vertical |
SMSText notifications Petboost better for AU | International | AU-native (+61) |
Course ManagementTraining courses Petboost has training courses | Native courses |
Last updated: January 2026 • Based on publicly available information
Our Focused Approach
We do fewer things exceptionally well rather than many things adequately. Our customers consistently tell us our design and user experience is miles ahead. Here's where we've intentionally focused elsewhere:
| Feature | Status | Our Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Visual kennel/pen view | Considering | Focus on service delivery first |
| Multi-location | FY26 | Single-location focus for now |
If any of these are dealbreakers today, KennelBooker may be better suited for your current needs.
Real Cost Comparison
Based on typical Australian pet business transaction volumes.
* For illustrative purposes only, based on industry averages. Your actual costs may vary.
| Cost Type | KennelBooker | Petboost🇦🇺 |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Subscription | Varies | $65/mo (or $0 at $7,500+/mo) |
| Payment Processing | Varies | AU Stripe (1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee) |
| Petboost Booking Fee | N/A | 1.2-1.4% on card payments |
You may be paying twice with KennelBooker
Monthly subscription (varies by region), plus separate payment processing: 2.9-5%+ (vs petboost 1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee). With Petboost, you pay $65/month (waived at $7,500+ volume) and competitive AU payment processing rates.
What Could You Save?
Calculate your potential savings
Your savings depend on your business size and payment volume. Use the calculator below for a personalised estimate.
Which plan is right for you?
Enter your numbers and see
Business Pro starts at -/month with 0 appointments included. Business Max at -/month gives you unlimited appointments.
Total customer payments (all methods)
Appointments you expect each month
Reminders and notifications sent
What percentage of payments go through card on file?
Subscription waiver impact: Your total revenue ($10,000) would qualify for a subscription waiver, but only $8,000 goes through card on file. Increase card payments to $0 to unlock the waiver.
💡 Consider Business Max
At 100 bookings/month, Pro would cost $45/month (including $0 in overage fees). Max costs $45/month, which is $0/month more but includes unlimited appointments.
Business Pro
Hit -/month in card payments and your monthly fee is waived
Hidden Costs of Non-Card Payments
$408/mo20 of your 100 appointments are paid without card on file
$1 in fees saves $408 in hidden costs
Annual impact: $4,892/year in recoverable losses
Generous SMS Limits
Pro includes 0 SMS/month, Max includes 0. Most businesses never hit these limits. You've set 300 SMS/month. You'll need 3 SMS Power-Up Packs ($45).
When to Upgrade
At your current revenue, Business Max becomes better value at ∞ appointments/month. You're at 100. Pro includes $0 in overage fees, but is still $0 cheaper than Max.
Your Savings
Save $636+ per month compared to typical competitors.
Quick Plan Comparison
Business Pro
- • -/month (waived at -+ card payment volume)
- • 0 appointments included
- • -/appointment after 0
- • 0 SMS/month included
- • - transaction fee
Business Max
- • -/month (waived at -+ card payment volume)
- • Unlimited appointments
- • No per-appointment overage fees
- • 0 SMS/month included
- • - transaction fee
Both plans include SMS Power-Up Packs at $15 for 100 additional SMS if needed.
* Estimates based on $10,000 total revenue (80% card on file), 100 appointments, and 300 SMS. Hidden cost estimates use industry averages for no-show rates, cancellation losses, and admin time. Actual costs vary.
Calculate your potential savings
Enter your business numbers and compare total costs including international card and currency conversion fees.
Cost Comparison Calculator
See exactly what you save with Petboost
KennelBooker
Up to 10 rooms, 10 daycare spaces. Annual: A$778.69/yr (12% off).
Petboost
If platform fee passed to customers: $0/mo
Annual savings: $9,201
Compared to KennelBooker Dachshund at 100 transactions/month
KennelBooker pricing from their pricing page. Verified 2026-03-22.
From solo operators to
multi-van fleets
Petboost fits your business. 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
Making the Switch
It's easier than you think. Here's what to expect if you decide to move from KennelBooker.
Migration Complexity
Customer Data
Export and import assistance provided
Timeline
2-4 weeks typical
Keep Your Existing Hardware
If you're using a Stripe WisePOS-E terminal with KennelBooker, you can bring it across to Petboost. No new equipment needed.
We're here to help. We provide migration assistance for businesses switching from KennelBooker.
Contact us for a migration assessmentWhich Is Right for Your Business?
KennelBooker may suit you if:
- You're primarily a boarding kennel or cattery
- Visual pen/kennel management is essential
- You're Irish-based
- You don't need multi-service capabilities
Petboost?
- You're an Australian business wanting local support
- You want to earn $0/month (waived at $7,500+)
- You're multi-service (boarding + grooming + daycare + training)
- Payment processing costs matter
- You value modern automation features
From large daycares to solo groomers, businesses Australia-wide
Still unsure? Book a no-pressure demo and we'll help you figure out if we're the right fit, even if that means recommending someone else.
Honest about change
The little bit of pain is generally 4 to 6 weeks. Then it clicks.
Switching to any new system is a big adjustment. Buttons are in different places, naming might be different, and the muscle memory you have built does not transfer overnight. We tell every customer the same thing: give it 4 to 6 weeks. Then, one day, you realise it is so much better.
KennelBooker vs Petboost FAQs
Common questions about switching and comparing these platforms.
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Last verified: 22nd March 2026 | Pricing and features sourced from www.kennelbooker.com
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