A Gingr alternative with the desk calendar and floor care in one price
Match the desk calendar Gingr is known for, then keep feed rounds, Play View, med sign-off and payroll in the same product, not as upsold modules.
14 days free. No card.
Gingr excels at front-desk booking, capacity and pet-parent messaging. DatCog is a Gingr alternative that keeps that desk depth and connects it to daily care: Feed Schedule, Play View and Staff Portal are core, with roster, payroll and client billing included at one price.
| Capability | DatCog | Gingr |
|---|---|---|
| Booking calendar and occupancy | Included | Strong |
| Owner self-booking | Request a stay, you approve. Instant confirm is on the roadmap | Full self-serve booking |
| Feed sheets and med sign-off | Included | Varies, often an add-on |
| Playgroups with separation rules | Play View included | Varies by setup |
| Price | One price, all features | Tiered, with extras |
| Sites | Single facility | Multi-location is a Gingr strength |
| Migration | Free guided migration on annual | Usually a paid project |
Daily care is the product, not an add-on
DatCog connects bookings to what happens after check-in-the feed pass, medication rounds and safe playgroups your team runs every shift.
- Feed Schedule with AM/PM tracking and kitchen print view
- Medication sign-off with staff initials and manager visibility
- Play View with drag-and-drop groups and separation rules
- Incident reporting and photo approval workflow
- Vaccination gating at check-in
Three portals, one live system
Managers run the dashboard. Staff use the mobile PWA for Feed, Play and Grooms. Pet owners request stays and view invoices through a portal branded with your kennel name.
- Manager dashboard with occupancy and today's actions
- Staff Portal PWA installable on phones
- Client portal with request-a-stay and branded invoices
- Resend email from your business name
- Booking confirmation and reminder emails included
Migrate without starting over
Annual plans include free guided migration from export files or spreadsheets. Start a 14-day free trial with no credit card. Pricing is NZ$90, A$82, £42 or US$54 per month under 100 spaces.
Frequently asked questions
Is DatCog a good Gingr alternative for daycare?
Yes. Play View is central to DatCog daycare workflows, with relationship tracking, separation rules and playgroup categories you configure for your yard.
Does DatCog work in the United States?
Yes. DatCog supports facilities worldwide with USD pricing. See our kennel software USA page for regional details.
Are feed sheets and roster included?
Yes. Feed Schedule, Play View, roster builder, timesheets, payroll and client portal are all included. No per-module fees.
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