Most boarding facilities undercharge by 20-30%. Here's how to set prices that reflect your quality, cover your costs, and position your facility as the premium choice.
Food, bedding, utilities, labor per run, plus overhead allocation. Most operators skip this step and price too low.
Small (under 25 lbs), medium (26-60), large (61-90), extra large (90+). Each tier should have meaningful price separation.
A "luxury suite" or "VIP kennel" with a couch and more space can command 40-60% more per night.
Exit bath, extra walks, bedtime treat, daily photo update — each one adds $10-25/day and owners willingly pay.
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and summer weekends justify 15-25% premium rates. Demand supports it.
Second dog at 10-20% off keeps the family together — and fills your runs without adding overhead.
Offer 5% off for pre-payment at drop-off. Eliminates checkout friction and locks in the revenue.
Know which run configurations make the most per night. Use the data to decide facility investments.
US averages range $55-85/night for standard kennel boarding. Premium and boutique facilities in urban markets charge $85-140+. Price to your market and quality level.
Yes. Large dogs eat more, take more space, require more labor per bathroom break, and stress other dogs more. The premium is justified and expected by clients.
Announce 30-45 days ahead, be transparent about costs rising, and frame it as matching the quality you've built. Clients who leave over 10-15% were never your most loyal anyway.
Yes — it's standard practice. Most clients expect it. Announce the holiday rate schedule at the start of each year so there are no surprises.
You can configure per-size rates, add-on pricing, holiday surcharges, and multi-dog discounts directly in the system. Pricing calculates automatically at checkout.
Three plans: Starter $69, Professional $109, and Premium $169 a month, plus a one-time $49 activation fee. No per-pet fees, no add-on modules for core features, no surprises.
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