Zero Manual Reminder Texts
Appointment reminders, booking confirmations, and payment receipts are all sent automatically. SMS and email notifications at configurable intervals. One-way notifications that keep customers informed.
Every Message, Automatic
From booking to payment, every touchpoint is handled without manual intervention.
Booking Confirmations
Instant confirmation sent when appointments are made. SMS or email with date, time, location, and preparation instructions.
Appointment Reminders
Configurable reminder intervals: 2 hours, 24 hours, 3 days, and 1 week before. Reduce no-shows with timely notifications.
Payment Receipts
Branded PDF receipts delivered automatically after payment. Professional appearance with your logo, ABN, and itemisation.
Pre-Auth Notifications
Alert customers when payment is pre-authorised 72 hours before service. Transparency builds trust.
Vaccination Reminders
Automatic reminders when pet vaccinations are expiring. Keep customers compliant without manual tracking.
Package Balance Updates
Notify customers when package credits are used or running low. Encourage repurchase at the right moment.
SMS + Email: The Right Channel for Each Message
Configure channel preference by message type or let customers choose.
SMS
98% open rate
Best for time-sensitive messages that need immediate attention.
- Appointment reminders
- Same-day confirmations
- Payment links
- Urgent notifications
Rich formatting
Best for detailed information and documents.
- Booking confirmations
- PDF invoices & receipts
- Package purchase confirmations
- Vaccination documentation
Reduce No-Shows with Smart Reminders
Multiple reminder intervals catch customers before they forget.
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
95% of bookings use Magic Schedule for instant availability. 5% use Quick Force when you need to break the rules.
- Automatic availability finding
- Manual override for emergencies
- Walk-in accommodation
- Special arrangements
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
Don't just take our word for it
“I am very excited and glad I went with them, the pricing structure makes sense and they are working very hard to make this the number one pet booking system in Australia. The customer service is out of this world, they focus on what animal businesses actually need and listen to their clients.”
Sacha
My Dogs Daycare, QLD
“Petboost has truly been a saving grace! As a platform that's actually all-in-one, it has streamlined so much, saving me time and reducing costs. One of the biggest time-savers has been the automated invoicing feature. I no longer have to chase clients for late payments or spend hours preparing invoices manually.”
Camille Hartnett
Trail Sniffers, NSW
“Just try it – you won't look back. The moment I turned Petboost on for my business, I never looked back. I haven't had a single missed payment or no-show. I no longer have to manually reconcile payments either. Now I can finally get time to do other things in my business instead of sitting in front of a screen for 'admin days'.”
Annika Le Rade
Hound Health Bondi, NSW
Communication Questions
Everything you need to know about Petboost automated communications.
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Booking confirmations, appointment reminders, and payment receipts. All sent automatically.
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