PetDesk

petdesk.com
Healthcare IT
Weekend Project

Veterinary Software Built to Reclaim Time and Connect With Clients

How to Replace PetDesk

Overview

PetDesk is a comprehensive veterinary practice software that helps clinics streamline client communications, reduce no-shows, and automate administrative tasks. It integrates with existing practice management systems (PIMS) to enable online booking, automated reminders, two-way texting, and client loyalty programs. The platform serves over 12,000 veterinary practices by reducing phone calls, saving time through automation, and improving client retention.

Features

14 features across 11 categories

Automation(2)

Automatic Reminders

Automated reminder system to reduce no-shows and keep clients informed of appointments

Reminders & Texting

Automated appointment reminders and two-way texting with clients to reduce no-shows and improve communication

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Client Engagement(1)

Client Loyalty Programs

Tools to offer loyalty programs that drive client retention and repeat business

Client Self-Service(1)

Prescription Refill Requests

Allow pet parents to request prescription refills online through the app

Clinical Documentation(1)

AI-powered SOAP NotesAIPremium

Automated SOAP notes generation using artificial intelligence for clinical documentation

Communication(2)

Mass Messaging

Ability to send mass text messages to multiple clients for announcements and updates

Phones

Direct PIMS-integrated phone system to speed up calls and improve communication

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Forms(1)

Digital Forms

Online forms for clients to complete appointment intake and other documentation

Also in: Squarespace, monday.com, Notion

Integration(2)

Google Reserve Integration

Integration with Google Reserve with Google for seamless online booking discovery

PIMS Integration

Seamless integration with existing veterinary practice management systems for data synchronization

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Marketing(1)

Website & MarketingPremium

Done-for-you veterinary websites, social media marketing, SEO, graphic design, and Google ads

Also in: Squarespace, monday.com, WordPress.com

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Client-facing mobile application for self-service appointment scheduling, form completion, and team communication

Payments(1)

Payments & Deposits

Digital payment processing and upfront deposit collection to secure revenue

Scheduling(1)

Online Booking

Direct booking feature allowing clients to schedule appointments online or through the mobile app

Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for PetDesk. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a PetDesk alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 14 features.

Buy PetDesk

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying PetDesk saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 14 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

3 known integrations

Google ReservePIMS (Practice Management Systems)Pulse