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GoHighLevel for Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters: Book Clients, Manage Visits and Keep Pet Parents in the Loop

GoHighLevel helps dog walkers and pet sitters book appointments, track services, collect payments, and send pet updates with ease, all from one dashboard.

TL;DR

  • Offer online booking for walks, check-ins, or overnight stays
  • Automate confirmations, reminders, and care instructions
  • Track client and pet info in one profile
  • Send visit updates, photos, and collect reviews

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Why GoHighLevel Works for Pet Care Professionals

Pet parents want reliable communication and consistent service. Dog walkers and sitters want a simple way to manage bookings and updates without juggling apps or paper logs. GoHighLevel solves both:

  • Let clients book directly from your site or link in bio
  • Collect pet care instructions in advance
  • Send real-time updates after visits
  • Trigger reminders, invoices, and review requests

No missed walks, forgotten keys, or unpaid jobs.


Best GoHighLevel Features for Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters

1. Easy Online Booking

  • Create a service calendar with time blocks and visit types
  • Let clients choose dog walk, drop-in, or overnight
  • Add form fields for pet names, leash location, feeding instructions

2. Automated Confirmations and Reminders

  • Send SMS/email confirmations after booking
  • Reminder 24h and 1h before each service
  • Confirm appointment or allow client to reschedule

3. Client & Pet Profiles

  • Store pet names, medical notes, visit preferences, and vet info
  • Tag clients as "Repeat Customer," "Aggressive Dog," or "Multi-Pet Home"
  • Use custom fields to track house entry codes, emergency contacts

4. Visit Reports & Communication

  • Trigger follow-up texts or emails after each visit
  • Include checkbox summary (walked, fed, played), optional photo upload
  • Automate review requests to build your reputation

5. Payment & Rebooking

  • Send invoices automatically after each service
  • Trigger reminders for weekly/monthly rebooking
  • Track paid/unpaid status in your dashboard

Real-World Use Case: Busy Dog Walking Duo

Before GoHighLevel:

  • Managed bookings over text and DMs
  • Lost track of who paid
  • No system for client notes or reviews

After GoHighLevel:

  • Bookings flow through an online form synced to calendar
  • Each pet has a profile with walk details and preferences
  • Auto-reminders, review requests, and invoices run on autopilot

Workflow Examples

  • New booking > Confirmation SMS + intake form sent
  • 1 hour before visit > Reminder to client
  • Visit complete > Photo + summary sent > Trigger invoice
  • 3 days later > Review request sent
  • 30 days later > Rebooking offer sent

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FAQs

Can I create different booking options for walks, drop-ins, and overnight stays?
Yes. Use the calendar and form builder to customize options and time slots.

Can I store multiple pets under one client?
Yes. Use custom fields or tags for each pet under one profile.

Can I send visit updates with photos?
Yes. Automate a follow-up with a custom message and file upload option.

Can I track payments and send invoices?
Yes. Use the payments tab to send and manage invoices with reminders.

Is this good for teams?
Yes. Assign jobs to team members, send them SMS with visit info, and manage their availability.


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