Get Paid Automatically, Every Time
Auto-charge cards on file, SMS payment links, pre-authorisation protection, branded invoices, and Xero-ready accounting. No more chasing payments or manual reconciliation.
From Booking to Bank Account
The entire payment lifecycle happens automatically. You focus on pets, not paperwork.
Booking Made
Card on file captured
72h Before
Pre-auth validates card
Service Complete
Auto-charge initiated
Next Day
Funds in your account
Complete Payment Solution
Everything you need to get paid, and nothing you don't.
Auto-Charge After Service
Cards on file charged automatically after service completion. No chasing payments, no awkward conversations. Get paid every time.
Pre-Authorisation
Cards validated 72 hours before service. Catch declined cards before the appointment day. Dramatically reduce no-shows.
SMS Payment Links
Send payment requests via SMS for customers without card on file. One tap to pay with higher collection rates than email.
Branded Invoices
Professional invoices with your logo, colours, and ABN. PDF receipts delivered automatically. Look professional on every transaction.
In-Person Card Reader
In-person card terminal for walk-ins and counter payments. Card, tap, or Apple Pay. Syncs automatically with your bookings.
Xero Bank Feeds
Connect to Xero in 5 minutes. Every payment matches every booking automatically. Zero manual reconciliation.
Get Paid via Text Message
Send personalised, secure payment links directly to your customers' phones. Perfect for customers who prefer not to store their card on file, or when you want upfront payment before service.
One-Tap Payment
Customers tap the link and pay instantly with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card
Higher Collection Rates
SMS payment links have significantly higher open and completion rates than email
Branded & Secure
Your business name appears on the payment page powered Secure
SMS Payment Link Fees
Hound Health Bondi
Hi Frazer, Hound Health Bondi has sent you a secure payment link for Day Retreat Visit x1:
https://buy.stripe.com/9B64gz7hYf6S2Xm2k7fYY09
Amount: A$1.00
(no-reply)
Just now
Accept In-Person Payments
Perfect for walk-ins and counter payments. The WisePOS E terminal terminal syncs seamlessly with your Petboost bookings.
Save 20+ Hours Per Month on Payment Admin
Based on real usage data from pet businesses using Petboost.
Without Petboost
Manual process
- ✗Chase payments via text, email, calls (2+ hours/week)
- ✗Manual invoice creation in Word/Canva (3+ hours/week)
- ✗Spreadsheet reconciliation (10+ hours/month)
- ✗Chasing no-shows with declined cards (lost revenue)
With Petboost
Fully automatic
- ✓Auto-charge after service (zero chasing)
- ✓Branded invoices generated automatically
- ✓Xero-ready accounting (30 mins/month reconciliation)
- ✓Pre-auth catches declined cards 72h before
Stop Creating Unnecessary Invoices
A lot of businesses still do this out of habit, but under current ATO guidance it's genuinely more admin than necessary.
The Old Way
5 steps • 10+ min per sale
Create Invoice
Manually in Xero/MYOB
Wait for Payment
Days or weeks...
Receive Payment
Bank transfer or card
Match & Reconcile
Find invoice, match to bank feed
Generate Receipt
If customer needs it
Unnecessary duplication: You end up duplicating the same information across systems for no real compliance benefit under current ATO guidance.
The Petboost Way
2 steps • 0 min admin
Customer Pays
Card on file via Stripe
Done!
Clean data for your accountant
Tax invoice receipt?
Available on-demand from Customer Portal
That's ~$400/week at $50/hr
Official Sources
These guidelines apply to Australian businesses registered for GST. Always consult with your accountant for advice specific to your situation.
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
Group Courses
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
Real feedback from Australian pet business owners
“Best in market software for Pet Care industries. Support is amazing and the software is the best on market for pet industries. I've worked in software and marketing prior to owning my own pet care business, and could tell immediately that Petboost was something unique.”
Hollywoof Walks
Hollywoof Walks
“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
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Payment Questions
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