Kennel software compared: bookings and welfare, not one or the other.
Leaving another kennel system or a spreadsheet? DatCog is full kennel booking software with floor care included. No module upsells.
| Capability | DatCog | Gingr | Pet Manager | PetExec | Kennel Booker | Spreadsheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booking calendar & occupancy | Strong | Strong | Strong | Strong | Strong | Manual |
| Check-in / check-out flow | Included | Strong | Strong | Strong | Strong | Manual |
| Recurring bookings & waitlists | Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Hard |
| Daily feed sheets + med sign-off | Included | Varies / add-on | Rounds tools | Scorecards | Logs | Manual |
| Playgroups with separation rules | Play View included | Varies | Limited | Play areas | Limited | Whiteboard |
| Report cards (photos, friends, PDF) | Included | Varies | Varies | eScorecards | Photo updates | No |
| Stripe / deposits | Included | Often extra | Stripe/Tyro | Yes | Stripe option | No |
| Xero bank sync (NZ) | Available | Rare | Xero sync | No | Xero option | Manual |
| Staff app on the floor | Included PWA | Varies | Mobile | Mobile | Business app | No |
| Roster + payroll export | Included | Often extra | Staff tools | Schedules | Time & attendance | Separate HR |
| Client portal + branded invoices | Included | Yes | Yes | Owner portal | Portal + app | Email only |
| All features one price | Yes | Tiered / extras | Modules/addons | Quote-based | Capacity tiers | - |
| Free guided migration (annual) | Yes | Paid | Support-led | Self-serve | Free move | - |
Desk calendar and floor care on one screen
Occupancy and Play View share the same pet record. Start a 14-day trial or book a demo.
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