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Head-to-head · Kennel Software

DatCog vs Pawfinity

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score DatCog #4 in Kennel Software 8.6/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 5 of 6 features Visit DatCog
Pawfinity #8 in Kennel Software 7.2/10 7-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 6 features Visit Pawfinity

DatCog leads on 0 checks, Pawfinity on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDatCog · 8.6/10
  • Free trialboth
  • Most featuresDatCog · 5 of 6

DatCog scores higher on our rubric for kennel software: 8.6 against 7.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.

DatCog is the better fit for small to mid-size kennels needing staff and care tools. Pawfinity is the better fit for pet-service businesses mixing boarding with grooming.

  • DatCog fits best

    Small to mid-size kennels needing staff and care tools

  • Pawfinity fits best

    Pet-service businesses mixing boarding with grooming

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Side by side

Feature DatCog 8.6/10 Visit ↗ Pawfinity 7.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 7.2
Ranking #4 in Kennel Software #8 in Kennel Software
Best for Small to mid-size kennels needing staff and care tools Pet-service businesses mixing boarding with grooming
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $583/yr $55/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial 14 days 7 days
Free trial length 14 days · no card needed 7 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email Phone, Tickets, Docs
Integrations 3 integrations 1 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features DatCog 5/6 · Pawfinity 3/6
Online booking ✓ ✓
Vaccination records ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Automated reminders ✓ ✓
Staff scheduling ✓ ✓
Client portal ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Multi-location support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Feed and medication schedules include staff sign-offs and care details.
  • Playgroup relationship rules and separation warnings support safer group care.
  • Client portal, payroll exports, invoices and waitlists cover daily operations.
  • Online booking, pet records, reminders and recurring appointments
  • Payments, stored cards, POS, inventory, payroll and time clock
  • Runs across web, desktop and mobile with QuickBooks synchronization
Cons
  • Runs only in a web browser, with no listed desktop or mobile apps.
  • Integrations are limited to Stripe, Xero bank-transfer matching and MYOB export.
  • There is no free plan; access starts at $54 per month after the trial.
  • General pet-service workflows rather than kennel occupancy controls
  • Only QuickBooks is listed as an integration
  • Paid plans bill annually; SMS and document tools cost extra
Our verdict

DatCog is cloud-based kennel and cattery management software for boarding, daycare and grooming facilities. It suits small to mid-size operations that need one system for reservations, occupancy, animal care, staffing and client…

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Pawfinity is cloud-based business management software for pet groomers, mobile groomers, kennels, daycares, trainers and other pet-service businesses. It brings online booking, appointment requests, client and pet profiles, grooming…

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  1. DatCogKennel Software 8.614-day trial
  2. PawfinityKennel Software 7.27-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • DatCog — where it wins

    • Feed and medication schedules include staff sign-offs and care details.
    • Playgroup relationship rules and separation warnings support safer group care.
    • Client portal, payroll exports, invoices and waitlists cover daily operations.

    Where it doesn't

    • Runs only in a web browser, with no listed desktop or mobile apps.
    • Integrations are limited to Stripe, Xero bank-transfer matching and MYOB export.
    • There is no free plan; access starts at $54 per month after the trial.

  • Pawfinity — where it wins

    • Online booking, pet records, reminders and recurring appointments
    • Payments, stored cards, POS, inventory, payroll and time clock
    • Runs across web, desktop and mobile with QuickBooks synchronization

    Where it doesn't

    • General pet-service workflows rather than kennel occupancy controls
    • Only QuickBooks is listed as an integration
    • Paid plans bill annually; SMS and document tools cost extra

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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