Switch to Animal Friends OS

Easy migration. Zero downtime. Save $1,848–$2,160+ per year.

Thinking about switching pet software? We get it — switching feels risky. Will clients notice? Will data get lost? Is it worth the hassle? We built this guide to answer every question. The short version: your clients won't notice, your data migrates with you, and you'll save thousands per year.

Every switching fear — addressed

“Will my clients notice?”

No. Your booking widget and client portal are fully white-labeled with your business name, logo, and brand colors. Clients book from your website, see your brand, and never know what software runs behind it. The transition is invisible to them.

“Will I lose my data?”

No. We provide guided data migration. Export your clients, pets, vaccinations, and history from your current software (CSV or API), and we help you import everything. Client profiles, pet records, appointment history — it all comes over intact.

“Is it hard to learn?”

No. Animal Friends OS was built by a pet business owner who runs grooming, boarding, daycare, and training. The interface mirrors how your business actually works. Most staff are comfortable within 1–2 days, not weeks.

“What if it doesn't work out?”

Run both systems in parallel during your 14-day free trial. Import your data, test every workflow, and only cancel your old software when you are 100% confident. No contracts, cancel anytime.

“Is $45/mo too good to be true?”

No tiers. No add-ons. No per-user fees. No payment processing markups. $45/month is the real price for everything. We make money on subscriptions, not by nickel-and-diming you on transactions and add-ons.

“Do I have to sign a contract?”

No. Month-to-month. Cancel anytime from your dashboard. No cancellation fees, no early termination penalties, no phone call required. If you ever want to leave, you export your data and go.

The savings math — real numbers

CostGingrMoeGoDaySmartAnimal Friends OS
Monthly subscription$225+/mo$199+/mo$150–$250/mo$45/mo
Payment processing fee2.9% + $0.302.9% + $0.30Varies$0 (use your own)
SMS/text feesPer-messagePer-messagePer-messageBring your own provider
Per-user/staff feesYesYes (higher tiers)Yes$0 — unlimited staff
Training moduleNot availableNot availableNot availableIncluded
Website builderNoNoNoIncluded
App builderNoNoNoIncluded
Camera integrationNoNoNoiDogCam included
Annual subscription cost$2,700+$2,388+$1,800–$3,000$540
Annual savings by switching$1,260–$2,460+

What you keep vs what you gain

What You Keep

  • ✓ All client contact information
  • ✓ All pet profiles & records
  • ✓ Appointment history
  • ✓ Vaccination records
  • ✓ Your booking workflow
  • ✓ Your payment processor
  • ✓ Your phone number
  • ✓ Your website

What You Gain

  • ✓ Built-in website builder
  • ✓ Mobile app builder
  • ✓ iDogCam camera integration
  • ✓ Training module
  • ✓ Flat $45/mo pricing
  • ✓ No per-user fees
  • ✓ Bring your own SMS provider
  • ✓ REST API access

How to switch — step by step

Step 1: Start your free trial

Sign up at animalfriendsos.app. No credit card required. You get 14 days to explore everything.

Step 2: Export your data

Export clients, pets, and history from your current software. Most platforms offer CSV export. We provide import templates that match.

Step 3: Import into Animal Friends OS

Upload your CSV files. Our import wizard maps your fields automatically. Client profiles, pet records, vaccination dates — everything transfers.

Step 4: Set up your workflow

Configure services, pricing, staff schedules, and your booking widget. Embed the widget on your website with one line of code.

Step 5: Run in parallel

Keep your old software running for a week while you verify everything works in Animal Friends OS. Book new appointments in OS, honor existing ones in the old system.

Step 6: Cancel the old software

Once you are confident, cancel your old subscription. Start saving $150–$200+ every single month.

$45/mo
Everything included. No tiers. No add-ons.
14-day free trial. No credit card. Cancel anytime.
  • Full everything module
  • Grooming + Boarding + Daycare + Training
  • Client & Pet CRM with vaccination tracking
  • Automated SMS reminders (included)
  • Staff scheduling & timeclock
  • Online booking page
  • Use YOUR payment processor
  • Business reports & analytics
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Frequently Asked Questions

Will my clients notice if I switch pet software?

No. Your clients interact with your booking widget and client portal — both are fully branded with your business name, logo, and colors. When you switch to Animal Friends OS, their booking experience stays seamless. They see your brand, not ours. The URL stays on your website, the portal looks the same or better, and they keep booking the same way.

Will I lose my client data if I switch?

No. We provide a guided data migration process. Export your clients, pets, and appointment history from your current software (most competitors offer CSV or API exports), and we help you import everything into Animal Friends OS. Client contact info, pet profiles, vaccination records, appointment history — it all comes over.

Is Animal Friends OS hard to learn?

No. It was built by a pet business owner who runs a real grooming, boarding, daycare, and training facility. The interface is designed around how pet businesses actually work — not how software engineers think they work. Most staff are comfortable within 1–2 days.

How much will I save by switching from Gingr?

Gingr charges $225+/month for their full suite plus payment processing fees on every transaction. Animal Friends OS is $45/month flat with no payment processing fees. That is $180/month in subscription savings alone — $2,160 per year. Add in the payment processing savings (you keep your own processor) and the total savings can exceed $5,000/year.

How much will I save by switching from MoeGo?

MoeGo charges $199+/month for their premium plan plus per-SMS fees and payment processing markups. Animal Friends OS is $45/month with SMS included and no payment processing fees. That is $154/month in subscription savings — $1,848 per year before SMS and processing savings.

How much will I save by switching from DaySmart?

DaySmart Pet charges $150–$250+/month depending on tier plus SMS surcharges. Animal Friends OS is $45/month flat with everything included. That saves you $105–$205/month — $1,260–$2,460 per year.

Can I try Animal Friends OS before canceling my current software?

Absolutely. Start a free 14-day trial, import your data, and run both systems in parallel. Once you are confident everything works, cancel your old software. No pressure, no commitment.

What do I keep vs what do I gain by switching?

You keep everything important: your client data, pet profiles, appointment history, and staff accounts. You gain a built-in website builder, mobile app builder, iDogCam camera integration, training module, flat $45/month pricing with no per-user fees, and the ability to use your own payment processor and SMS provider.

Ready to switch? Start your free trial today.

14-day free trial. No credit card required. Set up in under an hour.