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Online booking

30 min

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Jessica books Max's groom online at 11pm. Here's what happens next, without you lifting a finger for admin.

Step 01

Client Books Online at 11pm

Your client picks a service, selects their pet, and pays a deposit. All from their phone. No phone tag. No missed calls mid-groom. You wake up to a full schedule.

Breed-smart duration auto-calculated

Multi-pet booking in one flow

Deposit collected at booking

Calendar invite sent automatically

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Online Booking

Confirm Your Appointment

🐕

Max · Golden Retriever

Full Groom + Nail Trim

Date & Time

Tue, Feb 24

10:00 AM · 2 hrs

Groomer

Sarah M.

⭐ 4.9 rating

Full Groom + Nail Trim$95

Deposit due now$25

✓ Confirm & Pay Deposit

Step 02

Smart Reminders Do the Chasing

Reminders go out on the days you choose, by text and email. Your client confirms with one tap. Anyone who has not confirmed gets a second nudge.

Two reminders, on the days you choose

Text + email

1-click confirm or reschedule

No per-message fees, ever

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Reminder Sequence

Max's appointment · Jessica

✓ Confirmed

1 day beforeSMS

Hi Jessica, reminder that Max has an appointment with Happy Tails Grooming on Tuesday, April 7 at 10:00 AM.

Morning ofEmail

Max's appointment is today. Everything you need to know.

Confirmation

Jessica confirmed from the email.

Step 03

Your Day, Color-Coded and Clear

Max shows up on your calendar alongside every other groom, color-coded by service, with breed info, notes, and status visible at a glance. Drag to move. Click to expand.

Color-coded by service type

Groomer capacity limits visible

Buffer time auto-added

Drag-and-drop rescheduling

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Tuesday, Feb 24

5 grooms85% capacity

Sarah M.

Mike T.

9:00

Bella

Shih Tzu

Bath & Brush

10:00

Max◀

Golden Retriever

Full Groom

11:00

12:00

1:00

Daisy

Yorkie

Full Groom

Luna

Dachshund

Nail Trim

2:00

Step 04

One-Tap Check-In With All the Notes

Jessica drops off Max. One tap and you see everything: last cut style, behavior notes ("anxious with dryers"), allergies, vaccination status. Your groomer never asks "what cut?"

Pet profile with full history

Style preferences front and center

Behavior flags visible immediately

Vaccination compliance auto-checked

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🐕

Max

Golden Retriever · 72 lbs

✓ Checked In

Style Preferences

#4 blade bodyFeather trim on legsRound feetLeave ears natural

⚠ Behavior Flags

Anxious with dryers. Use low setting

Sensitive around hips

✓ Rabies

Valid until Mar 2026

✓ Bordetella

Valid until Aug 2025

Owner Notes

Prefers lavender shampoo. Mom always asks for extra sanitary trim.

Step 05

Seamless Checkout, Even With Wet Hands

Groom's done. Tap to charge the card on file, deposit applied automatically. Tip prompt built in. Receipt sent. No fumbling with a card reader while holding a freshly groomed dog.

Card-on-file charges with one tap

Deposit auto-applied to total

Smart tip prompts at checkout

Digital receipt sent instantly

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Invoice

Max, Jessica Parker

Full Groom. Golden Retriever$85

Nail Trim$15

Blueberry Facial Add-on$12

Subtotal$112

Deposit applied-$25

Amount due$87

Add a tip for Sarah?

15%

20%

25%

Custom

Tip: $18 · Total: $105

Visa •••• 4242 (on file)

Charge $105

Step 06

Delight the Client. Get the Review.

Before/after photos, groomer notes, a health observation, and a rebook button, auto-sent when Jessica picks up Max. She shares on Instagram. Five-star review request follows 2 hours later.

Before/after photo comparison

Groomer notes + health flags

Shareable on social media

Review request at peak satisfaction

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Grooming Report Card

Max · Golden Retriever

🐕Before

✨🐕✨After

Groomer: Sarah M. · Service: Full Groom + Nail Trim + Blueberry Facial

Groomer Notes

Max was a little nervous during the dry but settled in great. Used #4 blade on body, feathered legs, rounded feet. He looks SO handsome!

Small dry patch on left ear, recommend monitoring.

📋 Rebook↗ Share

⭐ Review request auto-sends 2 hours after pickup

From booking to review request, zero admin work from you.

Online Booking

You cannot answer the phone with wet hands and a barking client. Let customers book 24/7.

24/7 Online Booking

Clients book while you are closed. Never miss one again.

Most Popular Feature

Smart Scheduling

Auto-calculates appointment duration based on breed, size, and service.

Multi-Pet Booking

Households with multiple pets book everyone in one flow.

New-Client Queue

Review and approve first-time requests before they hit your calendar.

Custom Intake Forms

Capture allergies, behavior notes, style preferences upfront.

Deposit Collection

Require deposits at booking to protect against no-shows.

Service Packages

Sell grooming bundles (e.g., Buy 10, get 1 free).

Breed Intelligence

Auto-suggest grooming times based on breed characteristics.

Smart Calendar

A calendar built for groomers, not adapted from generic scheduling software.

Color-Coded Views

Instantly see service types, groomers, and status at a glance.

Most Popular Feature

Variable Duration

Different times for bath vs full groom vs breed cut - automatic.

Buffer Time Management

Auto-add cleanup, drying, and temperament buffers.

Groomer Capacity Limits

Set daily limits per groomer to prevent burnout.

Recurring Appointments

Set 4/5/6 week recurring schedules with one click.

Waitlist Management

Automatic notifications when slots open up.

Drag-and-Drop

Move appointments with a simple drag.

Day/Week/Month Views

See your schedule however you need it.

No-Show Protection

Reduce cancellations with smart reminders and deposit protection.

Reminders On Your Schedule

A first reminder with one-tap confirm and a second nudge for anyone unconfirmed, on the days you choose. Included in flat pricing.

Most Popular Feature

Email Confirmations

Automatic booking confirmations with calendar invites.

1-Click Reschedule

Customers can reschedule themselves instead of ghosting.

Card-on-File Requirement

Require payment method before booking is confirmed.

Deposit Enforcement

Non-refundable deposits that apply to service.

Cancellation Policies

Display your policies clearly at booking.

3-Strike Tracking

Flag repeat offenders automatically.

No-Show Fees

Charge stored cards for no-shows automatically.

Client & Pet Database

Grooming is a relationship business. Remember everything.

Complete Pet Profiles

Breed, weight, temperament, photos - all in one place.

Most Popular Feature

Grooming History

See every past groom with photos and notes.

Style Preferences

Teddy bear cut, leave ears long, short on belly.

Health Notes

Track allergies, skin conditions, sensitive areas.

Behavioral Flags

"Nervous about dryers" or "Will bite during nail trim."

Vaccination Tracking

Expiration alerts so you are always compliant.

Owner Preferences

Communication style, payment method, special instructions.

Family Linking

Connect multiple pets to one household.

Report Cards

The perfect moment to delight customers and get reviews.

Before/After Photos

Show the transformation with side-by-side shots.

Most Popular Feature

Service Details

List exactly what you did and products used.

Behavior Notes

"Max was a little nervous but warmed up quickly."

Health Observations

Note skin issues, ear conditions, dental concerns.

Care Tips

Personalized advice for home maintenance.

Shareable Links

Pet parents share on social media - free marketing!

Review Request

Built-in prompt at peak satisfaction.

Rebook Button

One-click rebooking right from the report card.

Payments

Your hands are wet. Your phone is buried. Payment should be seamless.

Tap-to-Pay

Contactless payments for wet hands.

Most Popular Feature

Card-on-File

Charge returning customers with one tap.

Mobile Wallets

Apple Pay, Google Pay, all the ways people pay.

Smart Tip Prompts

Suggested tip amounts at checkout.

Deposit Handling

Apply deposits to final bills automatically.

Packages & Memberships

Sell and track grooming bundles.

Automatic Invoicing

Send invoices for daycare or recurring services.

Payment Reports

See daily, weekly, monthly revenue at a glance.

Marketing & Automations

Automations that work after you go to bed. Set it once, let it run.

Review Booster

Automatically request reviews at peak satisfaction, grow your social presence.

Most Popular Feature

Rebooking Campaigns

Auto-reach out when it is time for the next groom.

Miss You Messages

Win back lapsed clients automatically.

Email Campaigns

Newsletters and promotions with drafts and scheduling.

Birthday & Holiday Promos

Seasonal campaigns scheduled in advance.

Loyalty Program

Points earned and redeemed right at checkout.

Coupon Codes & Referrals

Reward the customers who send their friends.

SMS & Email Options

Reach customers however they prefer.

Team Management

Shifts, hours, pay, performance. The back office for your crew, minus the spreadsheets.

Staff Scheduling

Build shifts and bookable hours per groomer, publish in one click.

Most Popular Feature

Time Clock & Kiosk

Punch in/out on the front-desk kiosk; edit punches and track overtime.

User Accounts & Roles

Every groomer, bather, and receptionist gets their own login with the right permissions.

Commission Tracking

Per-service commission rates calculated automatically.

Payroll-Ready Hours

Clean timesheets and totals, ready for payday.

Groomer Productivity

Grooms, revenue, and rebook rates per groomer.

Tip Management

Smart tip prompts at checkout, tracked per groomer.

Days Off & Coverage

Time-off requests without double-booking the calendar.

Insights & Reporting

Know your numbers without living in exports.

Business Analytics

Revenue, bookings, and client trends over time.

Most Popular Feature

No-Show & Cancellation Tracking

See exactly what empty tables are costing you.

Bookkeeping Exports

Clean summaries your accountant will actually thank you for.

Retail & Inventory

Product sales, stock levels, and low-stock alerts.

Review & Reputation

Watch your ratings climb as review requests go out.

Vaccine & Doc Compliance

One report of every pet due or overdue for records.

Daily Close

Reconcile cards and cash in minutes at end of day.

Tax Summaries

Collected tax by period, ready for filing.

Client Portal

Your customers get a professional experience. You get fewer calls.

Self-Service Booking

Customers book without calling you.

Most Popular Feature

Branded Experience

Your logo and colors on every page.

Grooming History

Pet parents see past grooms and photos.

Vaccination Uploads

Customers upload records themselves.

Payment Management

Update cards, view invoices, buy packages.

Online Store

Sell retail products through your portal for extra revenue.

Mobile Optimized

Perfect on any phone or tablet.

See It In Action

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Woof Assistant · Beta

Ask, Instead of Searching

A helper built into Woof for you and your team. Ask how to set something up, in plain English, and it takes you there.

For you and your team

Answers "how do I set up online booking?" and every other setup question

Checks what is already done in your account and what is still waiting

Takes you straight to the right page instead of describing where it is

Sends a support request to a person, with a screenshot, when it cannot help

Built for How You Work

Whether you are solo, running a multi-groomer salon, or curating a boutique - we have got you covered.

Solo Groomers

$49/mo

You are building from scratch. You need affordable, simple, powerful.

The Pain

Answering phones mid-groom, chasing no-shows, wearing all the hats.

The Solution

Online booking handles calls. Reminders prevent no-shows. You focus on grooming.

Key Features

24/7 online bookingReminders includedSimple client databaseEasy paymentsPhoto report cards

Groomer blow-drying a small dog wrapped in a towel

Perfect for Solo Groomers

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How We Compare

Their "cheap" plan gets expensive fast once you add reminders, staff, and setup fees.

	Woof	Other Grooming Software
Reminders	Included	Per-text fees (5–15¢)
Setup Time	30 minutes	2–4 weeks
Staff Accounts	Unlimited · Free	$15–25/user/mo

Based on typical pricing from popular grooming software platforms. Actual pricing may vary.

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Grooming SoftwareBuilt By Groomers

See How Every GroomRuns Itself

Client Books Online at 11pm

Smart Reminders Do the Chasing

Your Day, Color-Coded and Clear

One-Tap Check-In With All the Notes

Seamless Checkout, Even With Wet Hands

Delight the Client. Get the Review.

Online Booking

24/7 Online Booking

Smart Scheduling

Multi-Pet Booking

New-Client Queue

Custom Intake Forms

Deposit Collection

Service Packages

Breed Intelligence

Smart Calendar

Color-Coded Views

Variable Duration

Buffer Time Management

Groomer Capacity Limits

Recurring Appointments

Waitlist Management

Drag-and-Drop

Day/Week/Month Views

No-Show Protection

Reminders On Your Schedule

Email Confirmations

1-Click Reschedule

Card-on-File Requirement

Deposit Enforcement

Cancellation Policies

3-Strike Tracking

No-Show Fees

Client & Pet Database

Complete Pet Profiles

Grooming History

Style Preferences

Health Notes

Behavioral Flags

Vaccination Tracking

Owner Preferences

Family Linking

Report Cards

Before/After Photos

Service Details

Behavior Notes

Health Observations

Care Tips

Shareable Links

Review Request

Rebook Button

Payments

Tap-to-Pay

Card-on-File

Mobile Wallets

Smart Tip Prompts

Deposit Handling

Packages & Memberships

Automatic Invoicing

Payment Reports

Marketing & Automations

Review Booster

Rebooking Campaigns

Miss You Messages

Email Campaigns

Birthday & Holiday Promos

Loyalty Program

Coupon Codes & Referrals

SMS & Email Options

Team Management

Staff Scheduling

Time Clock & Kiosk

User Accounts & Roles

Commission Tracking

Payroll-Ready Hours

Groomer Productivity

Tip Management

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