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Paw Partner is built for US kennels. Petboost is built for Australian pet businesses.
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
Paw Partner
pawpartner.com- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Bellingham, Washington State, USA
- Focus
- Facility-based pet services: boarding, daycare, grooming, training
- Est. Customers
- ~500-2,000 (55 verified reviews on Capterra)
- Pricing
- Monthly subscription ($44.99-99.99 USD/month) + paid add-ons for SMS and branded app
Double Fee Alert for Australian Businesses
- •$99.99 USD/month subscription (plus FX fees for Australian cards) + $10.99 USD/month SMS add-on
- •US-based payment processing: ~2.9% + intl fees (vs Petboost 1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee)
Australian businesses pay USD subscription with FX fees AND inflated US payment processing rates
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
Card-Present Rate
Card-Not-Present Rate
SMS Payment Links
Monthly Subscription
SMS Add-on
| Payment Processing | Paw Partner | Petboost🇦🇺 |
|---|---|---|
| Card-Present Rate | Custom quote (~2.7% + $0.05 USD + intl fees) | 1.7% + $0.1 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee |
| Card-Not-Present Rate | Custom quote (~2.9% + $0.30 USD + 1% intl + 1.5% cross-border) | 1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee |
| SMS Payment Links | ❌ Not available | ✅ 1.2-1.4% Petboost + 1.7% + $0.3 Stripe |
| Monthly Subscription | $99.99 USD/month (~$155 AUD) + FX fees | $65/month (waived at $7,500+ in card payments) |
| SMS Add-on | $10.99 USD/month + FX fees (700 texts, $0.02/text overage) | Included in plan |
SMS Functionality
SMS Availability
Included SMS Credits
Overage Rate
Australian Phone Number
International SMS to AU
2-Way Messaging
SMS Payment Links
SMS Infrastructure
Currency
Character Limit Disclosure
| SMS Functionality | Paw Partner | Petboost🇦🇺 |
|---|---|---|
| SMS Availability | ⚠️ Paid add-on ($10.99 USD/mo). Not bundled in any plan | ✅ Included with Business Pro & Max plans |
| Included SMS Credits | 700 texts/mo (low for active businesses) | Generous monthly credits included |
| Overage Rate | $0.02 USD/text (likely US domestic only) | Transparent credit packs in AUD, never expire |
| Australian Phone Number | ❌ Not confirmed. Twilio-based but likely US numbers only | ✅ Australian number with Messaging Pro |
| International SMS to AU | ⚠️ Not disclosed. Twilio AU cost is ~US$0.05/msg vs $0.02 advertised rate | ✅ Local delivery via Sinch Australia |
| 2-Way Messaging | ✅ Available (via Twilio) | ✅ Messaging Pro add-on with dedicated AU number |
| SMS Payment Links | ❌ Not available | ✅ One-tap payment via SMS |
| SMS Infrastructure | Twilio (US-based). No AU sender ID options documented | Sinch Australia. Local infrastructure, lower latency |
| Currency | USD only. No AUD billing | AUD (no conversion fees) |
| Character Limit Disclosure | ⚠️ Not documented. Segment splitting likely counts as multiple messages | Standard encoding, documented clearly |
Consider Paw Partner only if
There are limited scenarios where Paw Partner may suit you better:
- US-based boarding/daycare facilities with physical kennel runs and high daily dog counts
- Businesses where photo sharing with pet parents is the absolute top priority
- Facilities needing detailed staff task management, time clocks, and feeding/medication/elimination tracking
- Operations wanting a native branded app in the App Store/Google Play ($99.99/mo extra)
- Kennels needing playgroup management with friend/foe dog tracking
- US-based businesses comfortable with QuickBooks and US timezone support
Petboost?
Purpose-built for Australian pet businesses with a design-first approach our customers rave about:
- Australian pet businesses wanting local support and same-timezone help
- Multi-service operators (grooming + walking + daycare + training + boarding)
- Businesses wanting to avoid USD subscription fees with FX conversion charges
- Owners who value granular automation control with 5+ Pro Automation settings per service
- Businesses wanting intelligent reporting with 50+ InsightCards, forecasting, and geographic intelligence
- Solo operators or small teams looking for simple, modern software with no app download friction
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
Paw Partner vs Petboost
Pet Owner Booking Experience
Self-service booking flow for pet owners
Petboost is frictionless and browser-based; Paw Partner requires app download or web signup
Native iOS/Android app + website portal. Requires app download or account creation.
Passwordless phone login, progressive info collection, smart eligibility filtering, 24/7 booking in under 2 minutes, no app download
Pet Profile Visibility (Owner)
What pet owners can see and manage about their pets
Both comprehensive; Petboost has 2,000+ pre-built attributes. Paw Partner notes/tags are internal-only (not visible to owners).
Preferred vet, vaccine records, weight tracking, feeding/medication instructions, notes and tags
Full pet profile with vaccinations, care notes, family pets, emergency contacts, grooming preferences, and Petprint ID
Pet Attributes Library
Pre-built tags for allergies, grooming prefs, behavioural traits
Petboost has comprehensive library with customer self-service selection; Paw Partner tags are staff-only
Basic notes and tags (internal only)
2,000+ pre-built attributes with 8+ categories
Pet & Owner Profiles
Comprehensive profile hub with tabs for appointments, packages, sales, settings & paperwork
Both offer pet and owner profiles; Petboost provides an integrated view across 9 tabs
Contact info, account credit, balance, prepaid packages, emergency contacts
9 organised tabs (Petprint, Appointments, Packages, Sales, Wallet, Grooming Preferences, Vaccinations, Settings & Overrides, Paperwork)
Photo Sharing & Report Cards
Sharing pet photos and service updates with owners
Paw Partner's Timeline is their standout feature (broader social platform). Petboost Report Cards are per-appointment focused. Different approaches, both strong.
Photo Timeline: one-click upload, auto-tagging, push notifications, manager approval. Branded social feed with blogs, videos, promotions.
Journal/Report Cards: rich story-style cards with photos, business notes, team member attribution. Per-appointment detail.
Location Tracking (Magic Map)
GPS check-in/checkout and photo location capture with interactive visualisation
Petboost differentiator: pet owners see their pet's journey on a map during mobile services
Magic Map: interactive Mapbox map showing check-in, check-out, photo locations with timeline
Booking Engine
Online appointment scheduling
Petboost offers constraint-based availability checking plus manual override; Paw Partner uses a reservation calendar approach
Reservation calendar with overlap alerts and quick reservation feature
Magic Availability Check + Quick Create dual modes
Booking Views
Ways to view and manage daily operations
Different approaches; Petboost offers multiple operational views with real-time intelligence cards
Single dashboard with daily check-in/out management
Mission Control: 7 view modes (List, Kanban, Pets, Stays, Team, Resources, Combined) + intelligence cards
Stay/Boarding Management
Multi-night boarding bookings
Both handle boarding; Paw Partner has more facility-specific reports, Petboost uses 24-hour period billing rather than calendar-night billing
Group or individual boarding, deposit management, stay reports, feeding/medication reports
Purpose-built: 24-hour period billing, tiered "stay longer save more" pricing, visual occupancy, in-stay service add-ons
Course Management
Group training programs (puppy school, obedience)
Petboost has purpose-built course management; Paw Partner treats courses as appointments
Private or group classes, class rosters, send homework
Native course system: templates, instances, enrolment, per-lesson attendance, age eligibility enforcement
Payment Processing (Card-Present)
In-person terminal payments
Petboost lower rates with native AU Stripe; Paw Partner rates not publicly disclosed
Custom quote (Stripe-based, ~2.7% + $0.05 USD + intl fees for AU cards)
1.7% + $0.1 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee
Payment Processing (Online)
Card-not-present payments
Significant savings for Australian businesses with Petboost native AU processing
Custom quote (Stripe-based, ~2.9% + $0.30 USD + 1% intl + 1.5% cross-border for AU cards)
1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee
SMS Payment Links
One-tap payment links via SMS
Petboost differentiator: one-tap payment links via SMS for outstanding invoices
Card on File
Saved cards for repeat payments
Both support saved cards
Pre-Authorisation
Automatically hold funds before appointments
Petboost differentiator: reduces no-show and payment risk
Auto pre-hold funds 72 hours before appointment (Pro Automation)
SMS/Notifications
Appointment reminders and alerts
Petboost SMS included; Paw Partner SMS is a paid add-on with a 700-text monthly cap
Twilio add-on ($10.99 USD/mo, 700 texts/mo, $0.02/text overage)
AU-native SMS (+61), included in plan
Package Management
Prepaid package credits
Petboost has richer package experience with visual tracking and auto top-up
Purchase via app/web, view credits
Self-service 24/7 purchase, coffee-card visual tracking, multi-pet sharing, auto top-up
Pro Automations
Configurable lifecycle automation per service
Petboost offers granular lifecycle automation; Paw Partner automation is facility-focused (feeding/medication)
Some automation for feeding schedules, medications
5+ settings: Pre-Hold, Auto-Start, Auto-Complete, Auto-Finalise, Auto-Pay, Instant Confirm. Per-service overrides.
Session-Based Scheduling
Structured time blocks with per-session controls
Petboost offers per-session capacity, service restrictions, and pet eligibility
Group reservations
Schedules & Sessions
Recurring Appointments
Recurring booking series
Petboost has comprehensive recurring appointment management
Unknown/limited
Full series management: daily/weekly/monthly patterns, extend/shorten, individual instance control
Resource Capacity
Per-resource capacity limits (kennels, rooms, vehicles)
Both handle resources; Paw Partner is kennel-focused, Petboost supports both location and mobile assets
Kennel/run assignment, playgroup management
Location Resources (kennels, rooms) + Asset Resources (vans, mobile units) with parallel capacity
Vaccination Tracking
Pet vaccination management and compliance
Petboost adds automated compliance checking and booking blocking on top of record-keeping
Vaccine records on pet card
Certificate upload, expiry tracking, 30-day warnings, service-level enforcement, automatic booking blocking
Self-Service Cancellation
Pet owners can cancel and policies auto-applied
Petboost automates cancellation policies; reduces admin burden
Unknown/manual process
Configurable policies per service, automatic fee calculation and charging, fee status tracking
Staff Management
Team roles, scheduling, and tracking
Paw Partner stronger on time clocks and task management; Petboost stronger on roles, permissions, and analytics
Time clock, task lists, staff scheduling, commission tracking, staff app
4 roles with permission matrix, capacity management, working hours, leave management, service eligibility, revenue per hour analytics
Reporting
Business analytics and intelligence
Both offer reporting; Petboost adds InsightCards, forecasting, and geographic intelligence (Map tab)
Reservations, occupancy, sales, income reports. Occupancy forecasting.
10+ tabs, 50+ InsightCards with actionable recommendations, forecasting, geographic intelligence, email summaries
Mobile App
Mobile access for pet parents
Paw Partner requires app download; Petboost works instantly from any browser
Native iOS/Android app available on App Store and Google Play
Progressive web app with passwordless login, offline-capable, add-to-home-screen, no app store friction
Accounting Integration
Syncing financials with accounting software
Paw Partner QuickBooks is US-only; Petboost supports Xero via Stripe Bank Feeds (Australian standard)
QuickBooks integration (US only)
Stripe Bank Feeds to Xero (user-managed)
API
Programmatic access for custom integrations
Neither offers a public API
Multi-Location
Multiple business locations
Neither fully supports multi-location today
Feature Comparison Paw Partner vs Petboost | P Paw Partner | P Petboost🇦🇺Australian-Built |
|---|---|---|
Pet Owner Booking ExperienceSelf-service booking flow for pet owners Petboost is frictionless and browser-based; Paw Partner requires app download or web signup | Native iOS/Android app + website portal. Requires app download or account creation. | Passwordless phone login, progressive info collection, smart eligibility filtering, 24/7 booking in under 2 minutes, no app download |
Pet Profile Visibility (Owner)What pet owners can see and manage about their pets Both comprehensive; Petboost has 2,000+ pre-built attributes. Paw Partner notes/tags are internal-only (not visible to owners). | Preferred vet, vaccine records, weight tracking, feeding/medication instructions, notes and tags | Full pet profile with vaccinations, care notes, family pets, emergency contacts, grooming preferences, and Petprint ID |
Pet Attributes LibraryPre-built tags for allergies, grooming prefs, behavioural traits Petboost has comprehensive library with customer self-service selection; Paw Partner tags are staff-only | Basic notes and tags (internal only) | 2,000+ pre-built attributes with 8+ categories |
Pet & Owner ProfilesComprehensive profile hub with tabs for appointments, packages, sales, settings & paperwork Both offer pet and owner profiles; Petboost provides an integrated view across 9 tabs | Contact info, account credit, balance, prepaid packages, emergency contacts | 9 organised tabs (Petprint, Appointments, Packages, Sales, Wallet, Grooming Preferences, Vaccinations, Settings & Overrides, Paperwork) |
Photo Sharing & Report CardsSharing pet photos and service updates with owners Paw Partner's Timeline is their standout feature (broader social platform). Petboost Report Cards are per-appointment focused. Different approaches, both strong. | Photo Timeline: one-click upload, auto-tagging, push notifications, manager approval. Branded social feed with blogs, videos, promotions. | Journal/Report Cards: rich story-style cards with photos, business notes, team member attribution. Per-appointment detail. |
Location Tracking (Magic Map)GPS check-in/checkout and photo location capture with interactive visualisation Petboost differentiator: pet owners see their pet's journey on a map during mobile services | Magic Map: interactive Mapbox map showing check-in, check-out, photo locations with timeline | |
Booking EngineOnline appointment scheduling Petboost offers constraint-based availability checking plus manual override; Paw Partner uses a reservation calendar approach | Reservation calendar with overlap alerts and quick reservation feature | Magic Availability Check + Quick Create dual modes |
Booking ViewsWays to view and manage daily operations Different approaches; Petboost offers multiple operational views with real-time intelligence cards | Single dashboard with daily check-in/out management | Mission Control: 7 view modes (List, Kanban, Pets, Stays, Team, Resources, Combined) + intelligence cards |
Stay/Boarding ManagementMulti-night boarding bookings Both handle boarding; Paw Partner has more facility-specific reports, Petboost uses 24-hour period billing rather than calendar-night billing | Group or individual boarding, deposit management, stay reports, feeding/medication reports | Purpose-built: 24-hour period billing, tiered "stay longer save more" pricing, visual occupancy, in-stay service add-ons |
Course ManagementGroup training programs (puppy school, obedience) Petboost has purpose-built course management; Paw Partner treats courses as appointments | Private or group classes, class rosters, send homework | Native course system: templates, instances, enrolment, per-lesson attendance, age eligibility enforcement |
Payment Processing (Card-Present)In-person terminal payments Petboost lower rates with native AU Stripe; Paw Partner rates not publicly disclosed | Custom quote (Stripe-based, ~2.7% + $0.05 USD + intl fees for AU cards) | 1.7% + $0.1 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee |
Payment Processing (Online)Card-not-present payments Significant savings for Australian businesses with Petboost native AU processing | Custom quote (Stripe-based, ~2.9% + $0.30 USD + 1% intl + 1.5% cross-border for AU cards) | 1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee |
SMS Payment LinksOne-tap payment links via SMS Petboost differentiator: one-tap payment links via SMS for outstanding invoices | ||
Card on FileSaved cards for repeat payments Both support saved cards | ||
Pre-AuthorisationAutomatically hold funds before appointments Petboost differentiator: reduces no-show and payment risk | Auto pre-hold funds 72 hours before appointment (Pro Automation) | |
SMS/NotificationsAppointment reminders and alerts Petboost SMS included; Paw Partner SMS is a paid add-on with a 700-text monthly cap | Twilio add-on ($10.99 USD/mo, 700 texts/mo, $0.02/text overage) | AU-native SMS (+61), included in plan |
Package ManagementPrepaid package credits Petboost has richer package experience with visual tracking and auto top-up | Purchase via app/web, view credits | Self-service 24/7 purchase, coffee-card visual tracking, multi-pet sharing, auto top-up |
Pro AutomationsConfigurable lifecycle automation per service Petboost offers granular lifecycle automation; Paw Partner automation is facility-focused (feeding/medication) | Some automation for feeding schedules, medications | 5+ settings: Pre-Hold, Auto-Start, Auto-Complete, Auto-Finalise, Auto-Pay, Instant Confirm. Per-service overrides. |
Session-Based SchedulingStructured time blocks with per-session controls Petboost offers per-session capacity, service restrictions, and pet eligibility | Group reservations | Schedules & Sessions |
Recurring AppointmentsRecurring booking series Petboost has comprehensive recurring appointment management | Unknown/limited | Full series management: daily/weekly/monthly patterns, extend/shorten, individual instance control |
Resource CapacityPer-resource capacity limits (kennels, rooms, vehicles) Both handle resources; Paw Partner is kennel-focused, Petboost supports both location and mobile assets | Kennel/run assignment, playgroup management | Location Resources (kennels, rooms) + Asset Resources (vans, mobile units) with parallel capacity |
Vaccination TrackingPet vaccination management and compliance Petboost adds automated compliance checking and booking blocking on top of record-keeping | Vaccine records on pet card | Certificate upload, expiry tracking, 30-day warnings, service-level enforcement, automatic booking blocking |
Self-Service CancellationPet owners can cancel and policies auto-applied Petboost automates cancellation policies; reduces admin burden | Unknown/manual process | Configurable policies per service, automatic fee calculation and charging, fee status tracking |
Staff ManagementTeam roles, scheduling, and tracking Paw Partner stronger on time clocks and task management; Petboost stronger on roles, permissions, and analytics | Time clock, task lists, staff scheduling, commission tracking, staff app | 4 roles with permission matrix, capacity management, working hours, leave management, service eligibility, revenue per hour analytics |
ReportingBusiness analytics and intelligence Both offer reporting; Petboost adds InsightCards, forecasting, and geographic intelligence (Map tab) | Reservations, occupancy, sales, income reports. Occupancy forecasting. | 10+ tabs, 50+ InsightCards with actionable recommendations, forecasting, geographic intelligence, email summaries |
Mobile AppMobile access for pet parents Paw Partner requires app download; Petboost works instantly from any browser | Native iOS/Android app available on App Store and Google Play | Progressive web app with passwordless login, offline-capable, add-to-home-screen, no app store friction |
Accounting IntegrationSyncing financials with accounting software Paw Partner QuickBooks is US-only; Petboost supports Xero via Stripe Bank Feeds (Australian standard) | QuickBooks integration (US only) | Stripe Bank Feeds to Xero (user-managed) |
APIProgrammatic access for custom integrations Neither offers a public API | ||
Multi-LocationMultiple business locations Neither fully supports multi-location today | 🚧 "Working on linking multiple locations" (not yet released) | 🚧 Coming 2026 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Photo timeline/social feed | Considering | Report Cards provide per-appointment journals with photos. A broader social timeline format (blogs, videos, promotions) is not planned. Our approach is per-appointment detail rather than social feed. |
| Staff time clock | Focused elsewhere | Use dedicated payroll/rostering software (Xero, Deputy) |
| Staff task management | Focused elsewhere | Use dedicated task tools (Asana, Trello) |
| Feeding/medication/elimination reports | Considering | Facility-specific operations can be captured in appointment notes. Purpose-built reports for these are being considered. |
| Playgroup friend/foe management | Considering | Pet attributes capture behavioural traits but not explicit friend/foe pairing |
| Native branded app | Focused elsewhere | Full-screen PWA with add-to-home-screen provides native-app feel without app store complexity |
| Built-in email marketing campaigns | Considering | Use dedicated email marketing tools (Mailchimp, Klaviyo) |
| Two-way SMS messaging | ✅ Available | Available as Messaging Pro add-on with dedicated Australian number and 2-way inbox |
| Tips | Considering | Not currently supported |
| Multi-location management | FY26 | Single-location focus first to nail the core experience |
If any of these are dealbreakers today, Paw Partner 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 | Paw Partner | Petboost🇦🇺 |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Subscription | ~$1,860-1,920 AUD (~$99.99 USD/mo x 12 + FX) | $780/year (waived at $7,500+/mo) |
| Subscription FX/Foreign Tx Fees (~10%) | ~$186-192 AUD | $0 (AU-based) |
| SMS Add-on | ~$204 AUD ($10.99 USD/mo x 12 + FX) | $0 (included in plan) |
| SMS Overage (likely) | ~$120-360 AUD (if exceeding 700/mo cap at $0.02/text) | $0 (generous limits + Power-Up Packs $15/500) |
| Payment Processing (Card-Present 20%) | ~$3,050 AUD (~2.7% + $0.05 USD + intl fees) | ~$2,030 (1.7% + $0.1 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee) |
| Payment Processing (Online 80%) | ~$14,800 AUD (~2.9% + $0.30 USD + 1% intl + 1.5% cross-border) | ~$7,160 (1.7% + $0.3 + 1.2-1.4% booking fee) |
| Petboost Booking Fee (on $500K GMV) | N/A | ~$7,000 (1.2-1.4%) |
| Total Annual Cost (incl. transaction fees) | ~$20,220-20,724 AUD | ~$16,190 |
You may be paying twice with Paw Partner
$99.99 USD/month subscription (plus FX fees for Australian cards) + $10.99 USD/month SMS add-on, plus us-based payment processing: ~2.9% + intl fees (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 You Keep Instead of Paying in Fees
~$4,030-4,534/year
Based on $500K GMV, 80% online transactions
* For illustrative purposes only, based on industry averages. Your actual savings may vary.
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.
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Enter your business numbers and compare total costs including international card and currency conversion fees.
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See exactly what you save with Petboost
Paw Partner
Grooming or training only
Petboost
If platform fee passed to customers: $0/mo
Annual savings: $7,778
Compared to Paw Partner Grooming/Training at 100 transactions/month
Paw Partner pricing from their pricing page. Verified 2026-03-22. USD converted to AUD at current exchange rates.
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 Paw Partner.
Migration Complexity
Customer Data
Paw Partner provides data templates for export. No API, so CSV/template-based migration. Petboost provides import assistance.
Pet Profiles & Vaccinations
Pet details, vaccination records exportable via templates. Petboost maps to Petprint ID.
Booking History
Paw Partner confirms existing appointments cannot be imported. Fresh start for scheduling.
Package Balances
Manual reconciliation recommended. Set up matching packages in Petboost and add credits.
Timeline
1-2 weeks typical. Paw Partner offers free data migration using their templates.
Keep Your Existing Hardware
If you're using a Stripe WisePOS-E terminal with Paw Partner, you can bring it across to Petboost. No new equipment needed.
We're here to help. We provide migration assistance for businesses switching from Paw Partner.
Contact us for a migration assessmentWhich Is Right for Your Business?
Paw Partner may suit you if:
- You're a US-based facility (boarding/daycare) with physical kennel runs and high daily dog counts
- Photo sharing with pet parents via a social timeline is your absolute top priority
- You need detailed staff task management, time clocks, and facility operations tools (feeding, medication, elimination tracking)
- You want a native branded app in the App Store/Google Play ($99.99/mo extra)
- You need playgroup management with friend/foe dog tracking
- You're comfortable with US-based support and US timezone
- QuickBooks Online (US) is your accounting platform
- You need built-in email marketing campaign tools
Petboost?
- You're an Australian pet business wanting local support and same-timezone help
- Payment processing costs matter: save ~$4,000+/year with AU Stripe rates vs US international rates
- You're a multi-service operator (grooming + walking + daycare + training + boarding)
- You want to avoid paying USD subscription fees with FX conversion charges every month
- You need native Australian SMS (+61 numbers) that actually work, included in your plan
- You want accounting integration with Xero (via Stripe Bank Feeds)
- You prefer a modern PWA that works instantly from any device, no app download friction for pet parents
- You value the option to waive your monthly subscription through card payment volume
- You want granular Pro Automations (5+ settings per service, not all-or-nothing)
- You want intelligent reporting with 50+ InsightCards, forecasting, and geographic intelligence
- You need GPS check-in/checkout and photo location tracking for mobile services (Magic Map)
- You want rich Report Cards that pet owners view in their portal
- You need native course management for training programs
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.
Paw Partner vs Petboost FAQs
Common questions about switching and comparing these platforms.
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